Posts Tagged ‘Mental Health’
In defence of goth, punk, metal and misunderstood music
Does our taste in music really say anything about our mental health? Our Second Step colleague and Equalities Champion, Terry,…
Read MoreCrisis Safe Space in the news
The Crisis Safe Space team in Bridgwater got some great press coverage over Christmas – a time when its services were…
Read MoreCrisis Safe Space expects to save lives this Christmas in Somerset
This Christmas people’s mental health and wellbeing are the priority for health leaders in Somerset. Crisis Safe Space – part…
Read MoreNot feeling the Christmas spirit? You’re not alone
Why Christmas puts so much pressure on our mental health, and tips for reducing stress during the Christmas season. We’re…
Read MoreLaunching Stories of Change: our impact report
Today we launch our 2022 Impact Report which gives a flavour of our work over the last 12 months. Called…
Read MoreCultivating hope: Looking after mental health in the cost-of-living crisis
The Hope Project takes a unique approach to mental health support. As well as providing emotional support, we help men manage the practical issues behind their mental health issues, such as debt and unemployment.
Read MoreWhy it’s so important to talk about men’s mental health
It’s the start of November and we need to remember the reason behind ‘Movember’ and the importance of starting and continuing conversations around men’s mental health.
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 MoreMental Health Bill plans to reform mental health care
The government aims to ‘modernise’ mental health care by introducing a new Mental Health Bill. Here’s a summary of the main changes that could be introduced in the next few years.
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 More