Blogs
It’s the small things that count
Our Housing Worker, Isabella, kicked off ‘Raise the Disco’s’ residency at The Canteen with the ‘Raise the Disco: Idle Hands takeover’.
Read MoreLeaving Bristol’s streets behind
Second Step is absolutely delighted to be involved in the ‘Leaving Bristol’s streets behind’ art exhibition at 11 Christmas Steps.
Read MoreIt’s vital to remember mental health when we talk about housing
When there’s a housing crisis any help at all is welcome. That’s why we’re pleased at Second Step that the Government has pledged more money to help reduce rough sleeping
Read MoreHow do we use power correctly?
Second Step discuss power dynamics and how it can pose an issue when dealing with vulnerable individuals.
Read MoreCome on into your mind, the water is fine
Carlos, Communications Volunteer with Second Step blogs about his mental health journey.
Read MoreStress and Bipolar
This Mental Health Awareness Week is all about stress… as a person who lives with bipolar, managing stress is something I have had to learn.
Read More#HomeEqualsHope – Without a home, I had no future
Paul lost his home and all his belongings while he was treated in a psychiatric unit under a section. Paul said: “It was horrific to lose everything”.
Read MoreA warm and safe Christmas at last
Karen describes the last two years of homelessness as a living hell, so it is uplifting to picture her in the sanctuary of her own home this Christmas as a result of Second Step’s help.
Read MoreAcceptance is the answer according to the Queen of Bad Choices
For Mental Health Awareness Week this year Second Step Communications Volunteer Claire has used the theme of surviving or thriving to look back at her long history of mental illness and reflect on when she’s been surviving and when she’s been thriving.
Read MoreLife changing one to one support
Growing up in the inner city in a single parent family could be tough. Seb wouldn’t change his past as it has made him the person he is today. He loves his community and hopes his volunteering will help him to improve the lives of the people around him.
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