Blogs
Somerset unites for suicide prevention
Jo blogs about her experience at Taunton’s Walk for Life raising awareness of suicide.
Read MoreSomething inside so strong
To mark World Mental Health Day, we’re delighted to host a guest blog from our Peer Support Officer Kate Thomas. Kate’s courage is self-evident and the hope she gives to so many from sharing her experiences so candidly is clear to see.
Read MoreCreating hope through action – World Suicide Prevention Day 2022
TW: this article talks about suicide. If you’re thinking about suicide or are struggling to cope, please call the Samaritans…
Read MoreKatie’s journey
Katie tells her story of volunteering at a local radio station.
Read MoreCombatting loneliness – step by step
Bristol Wellbeing College learner, Chrissy, has shared her own insights into how finding the awe in the outdoors can help us cope with loneliness:
Read MoreWho knew the Green was so important to me?
Whether you love gardening and getting your hands in the dirt, or just enjoy a spot of sunbathing, having even the smallest green space can do so much for our mental wellbeing. For Growing for Wellbeing Week 2022, our Communications Manager, Jane, shares how her beloved local Green came under threat, and how her community rallied to save it.
Read MoreMy Second Step Journey
For Volunteers’ Week 2022, Support Worker Charlie shares his Second Step journey and how his volunteering experience helped him achieve his goal of working in mental health support.
Read MoreMental health volunteering at the Crisis Safe Spaces in Somerset
interested in supporting people who are in mental health crisis? Lydia shares what it’s like to volunteer with us.
Read MorePancakes
For Eating Disorders Awareness Week one of our volunteers, Georgie, tells us about her love for pancakes.
Read MoreIt’s ok to turn off the news
Today our Digital Comms Officer, Alice, writes about her anxieties about the Russia/Ukraine situation. Alice says “when I’m anxious I write to put those worries into words. I’m sure I’m not the only person who feels this way, so decided to share my thoughts with others”
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