Posts Tagged ‘Recovery’
Building independence and growing expertise: How mental health volunteering benefits everyone involved
When Phil met Anthony through our volunteering mentor scheme, Get Connected, they discovered a shared love of bikes and developed…
Read MoreSign up now: Free new course for carers in North Somerset starting 6 June
North Somerset Wellbeing is introducing a free, six-week course for carers (18 years and over) who provide support to adults…
Read MoreFinding healing and purpose: A journey of willow weaving
Read more about Warren’s inspiring story and discover how finding a hobby like willow weaving has transformed his life.
Read MoreSeeing the world through new eyes in recovery – Vic’s story
Vic shares his mental health recovery journey: how he overcame alcohol addiction after 26 years, how he took control of…
Read MoreThe role of humour in mental health recovery
Today, senior operations manager Sophie Dumayne gives her thoughts on the importance of humour and honesty when coping with mental…
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 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 MoreKatie’s journey
Katie tells her story of volunteering at a local radio station.
Read MoreYou didn’t try and fix me
River felt ready to tell his story after a difficult couple of years working out his identity and dealing with multiple mental health crises. To mark Pride month, we share River’s story and his insights into why Second Step’s support means so much to him.
Read MoreLessons from the Festival of Learning – what’s it like being a learner?
As part of the Festival of Learning, Bristol Wellbeing College shares stories from learners about their experiences.
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