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Somerset and Wessex Eating Disorders Association (SWEDA)
We’re a registered charity based in Street, Somerset and offer help and support (via a range of services) to those affected by eating disorders in Somerset and the surrounding counties.
South Somerset District Council
For local information relating to living and working in South Somerset.
South Somerset Voluntary & Community Action (SSVCA)
Exists to provide services, support and advice to the voluntary sector and to people who are in need within South Somerset and the surrounding area.
Advocacy in Somerset
Support for young people receiving support for mental health or drug and alcohol problems.
National signpost information
Age UK
Is the UK’s largest charity working with and for older people.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
The Citizens Advice service
Helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers.
Mind
Is the leading mental health organisation in England and Wales, providing a unique range of services through its local associations, to enable people with experience of mental distress to have a better quality of life.
Rethink
Is the leading national mental health membership charity, works to help everyone affected by severe mental illness recover a better quality of life.
Samaritans
Provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide.
YoungMinds
Is the UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people and empowering their parents and carers.
Counselling Directory
www.counselling-directory.org.uk
Improving health, work and well-being
www.dwp.gov.uk/health-work-and-well-being
“Taking care of Business” (employers guide to mentally healthy workplaces)
General information in mental health
www.bbc.co.uk/health/emotional_health/mental_health/index.shtml
Corporate Training
Mind in Somerset has a large corporate and community training resource. Our experienced trainers can tailor teaching to your needs and the needs of your staff. Find out more
All our services are free!
Mind in Somerset couldn’t exist without your support – whether that’s through a donation, leaving a gift in your Will, or organising a fundraising event – you can help us be there for more people. Find out more
Volunteering
If you have some free time, whether it’s 2 hours per week or 20 hours per week, we would love to hear from you. We are currently looking to recruit volunteers to support us. Find out more
Calendar of Services
Our employers' event has just a few places remaining! To find out what we can do to prevent mental illness in your workplace register your place now. There is just one day left to get your tickets!
Mind in Somerset’s Campaign to Tackle Mental Health Crisis in the Workplace
eventbrite.co.uk
Mind in Somerset invites employers to the launch of their mental health in the workplace campaign.
God you need to get the NHS in on this …. they run their staff into the ground! No care in the caring profession!
Anthony is very kindly holding a Charity Football Match on Sunday 6th October to raise funds for us. Thank you for your support Anthony and all the hard work you have put into this event! ☺️
Can’t believe I have not been invited to be part of mind fc 🙄🤭
Mind in Somerset are asking for support from the Hinkley Point C Mitigation Fund to increase mental health and well being support for the communities surrounding HPC.
If you work at HPC or within the supply chain, or live in a community affected by the HPC development, please consider helping by taking our short survey:
www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/H7HFJ5Q
Thank you to the many service users, volunteers and members of the public who came to Bridgwater Town Hall yesterday to help us shape our new strategy and hold our AGM. All thoughts on the direction of the charity are welcomed. Please DM us if you have a perspective to share.
Our fantastic fundraisers at AWASA take on their 3 Peaks Challenge this weekend from 6th-8th September. Find out more about the challenge and the team members below and to sponsor them go to gofundme.com/f/awasa-3-peaks-challenge 💙
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