News Archive January 2020
Time to Talk on 6th February
We are looking forward to this year’s #TimeToTalk Day on 6th February, when we will again be in a few different community and workplace settings. We included some information about Time To Talk in our recent Ambassadors and supporters eNewsletter, which you can sign up for here by selecting the Newsletter icon on the top […]
Author: Graham
Posted on: 20th January 2020
Boxing at the Pyramids
On Saturday 25th January 2020 two friends who have/are affected by mental health illnesses will be stepping through the ropes of a boxing ring to raise funds and awareness for HEH Mind. Barry, the organiser of Saturday 25th match up, said “What I’m trying to make people aware of is, it’s ok to talk or […]
Author: Graham
Posted on: 20th January 2020
Blue Monday
Today is ‘Blue Monday’. But what is it, and is it even real? ‘Blue Monday’ can contribute and feed into the damaging misconceptions about depression and at times even trivialise an illness that can be life threatening. 1 in 4 people experience a mental health struggle at any one time, and being more specific 1 […]
Author: Graham
Posted on: 20th January 2020
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Who is excited for The Salomon Serpent Trail returning in 2021?
Consider looking at this and other 2021 events to support your motivation for activity through the Winter.
Thank you to The Salomon Serpent Trail for supporting us in 2021.The date is set!
Next years Salomon Serpent Trail Races will be on Saturday 3rd July 2021!
Salomon Running | Havant and East Hants Mind | South Downs National Park
If you feel worried about COVID19 following this weeks briefing, remember our friends at National Mind have reliable mental health information and tips to help you cope during this time. bit.ly/33SjnSy
You can also find out about local services/ support by visiting our website.
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When you’re living with a mental health problem, or supporting someone who is, access to the right information is vital.This week, on Thursday 10th September, it is World Suicide Prevention Day.
Annually suicide is among the leading causes of death globally for people of all ages and is responsible for over 800,000 deaths, which equates to one suicide every 40 seconds. Every life lost is a partner, child, parent, friend or colleague.
Additionally, for each suicide there are people who suffer intense grief or are otherwise affected by the loss of someone to suicide.
You can make a difference, you can raise awareness, educate yourself and others about the causes of suicide and warning signs for suicide, show compassion and care for those who are in distress in your community, question the stigma associated with suicide, suicidal behaviour and mental health problems and share your own experiences.
If you would like to find out more we deliver training courses on conversation starting, mental health first aid and more. Or if you would like to access support for yourself or find out more for a friend/ family member/ colleague, please visit www.easthantsmind.org
What to do if you are having suicidal thoughts
Help and support is available, you do not have to suffer alone. Talk to someone you trust. This could be a family member or your friends. You can talk to your GP or phone a helpline.
If you are worried about someone else, try to talk to them, just listening to what someone has to say can be helpful.
Creating a safety plan is also something you can do if you or someone you are supporting has suicidal thoughts.
Our resources and links can help generate awareness, break the silence and educate. We have bought together resources to help make sense of the support available and support you in taking action to prevent suicide and improve the mental health of your friends, family, yourself.
List of resources available via our website (www.easthantsmind.org) and Facebook page.
Signposting to resources and support
Hampshire young peoples' crisis line - freephone 0300 303 1590 (Mondays to Thursdays, 3:00pm- 8:30pm)
Samaritans - freephone 116 123
Childline - freephone 0800 1111
Our adults safe haven - www.easthantsmind.org/adults-safe-haven/
Our young people's safe haven - www.easthantsmind.org/children-and-young-people-safe-haven/
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Connect 5 Conversation Starting Training - www.easthantsmind.org/training/connect-5/
Zero Suicide Alliance free training - www.zerosuicidealliance.com/
Stop Suicide Campaign and pledge - www.stopsuicidepledge.org/
Find out more about the statistics around suicide by visiting Samaritans - www.samaritans.org/about-samaritans/research-policy/suicide-facts-and-figures/
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Thank you to Jacqui #asdacommunitychampion and Asda Waterloovile for donating to our Families Team.
The polo tops donated add to our resources available to support local families who maybe struggling with a range of issues related to and/ or affecting their mental health and wellbeing.
Find out more about our Families Team - www.easthantsmind.org/wellbeing-services/support-for-families/
As schools and colleges return, young people might be feeling lots of mixed emotions about going back or starting their education.
Find information on how to cope and adjust - buff.ly/37YvmzA
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Children and Young People’s Wellbeing – Havant & East Hants Mind
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This service can be funded by local primary, secondary schools or colleges, and offers children and young people opportunities to:
If you feel worried about COVID19 following this weeks briefing, remember our friends at National Mind have reliable information and tips to help you cope during this time. https://bit.ly/33SjnSy
You can also find out about local services/ support by visiting our website.
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