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UKHO Charity Bike Ride
We are very excited and grateful that the UK Hydrographic Office has selected us as their Charity of the Year and that they have organised on our behalf an epic bike ride event on Monday 8 July across Somerset. Three routes have been planned which you can see by clicking on these links and cheer them on their way!
· 118miles – Tour of Somerset (Full) – 20 riders
· 56miles – Tour of Somerset (Half) – 20 riders
· 13miles – Bridgwater (MIND office) to Taunton – 6 riders – starts at the MIND offices in Bridgwater
The total raised so far stands at an amazing £3,000 – to offer your support through sponsorship please visit the MIND in Somerset page at https://wonderful.org/charity/mindinsomerset. All the money donated helps to fund our services for those experiencing mental health issues in Somerset.
Author: Marc Lewis
Posted on: 2nd July 2019
SKYDIVE With Us!
Have you ever thought about doing a skydive? You can now jump for free with us! We skydive twice a year.
Jumping for Mind in Somerset will mean you are helping to make sure no one in Somerset faces a mental health problem alone. Every penny you raise gets spent in Somerset to support people experiencing poor mental health!
By signing up to skydive you’re helping us champion a greater understanding of mental health issues in the community.
Your fundraising directly helps us fund training and services for the whole of Somerset.
To organise your jump click here.
Author: Marc Lewis
Posted on: 20th May 2019
SSBSS Surgeries Coming Soon
What is a Surgery?
Service provision for Somerset Suicide Bereavement Support Service (SSBSS) is expanding and we will soon be branching out into the local community to be holding what we call, ‘surgeries’.
Our SSBSS Surgeries will be a place for you to drop in and find out what practical and emotional support is available for those bereaved by suicide for you and you community.
There will be a dedicated space for people to join in a peer group setting, as well as a safe space for 1:1 support. There will also be the opportunity to learn about other areas which could help you for example, other charities and alternate places for support should this be what you need.
We are committing to make these spaces non – judgmental, open and passionately aimed toward supporting all those bereaved by suicide, including professionals also seeking guidance.
To discover more about how SSBSS can support you visit our dedicated webpage here.
You can also contact our Suicide Bereavement helpline 24 hours a day on:
0300 330 5463
Author: Marc Lewis
Posted on: 20th April 2019
Stress & Anxiety Management Workshops
This free workshop aims to develop knowledge and understanding around the topics of stress, anxiety, mental health and general wellbeing. Practical tools and helpful coping strategies are explored within the workshop that can be applied and used in your everyday life.
Author: Ayesha Kirton
Posted on: 16th April 2019
Time To Change Champion Induction Sessions in Wells & Taunton
Could you be a Time to Change Champion?
Would you like to help change how people think and act about mental health in your community?
Time to Change Somerset is a part of a growing social movement that is changing how we all think and act about mental health. Even today, far too many people are made to feel ashamed or isolated because they have a mental health problem. Time To Change Somerset aims to change that and to end mental health discrimination.
The training is available in both Taunton & Wells to enable people to become Champions for the Somerset Time to Change hub, which is a network of local organisations and individuals committed to ending negative attitudes and behaviours towards people experiencing mental health problems.
With the right support we believe that people can recover from a mental health issues and experience equality of opportunity in all areas of life. Encouraging people to open up to mental health – to talk and to listen – is the first step.
Time to Change Champions are people with lived experience of mental health problems and are vital campaigners for the movement as they have links to communities, come from a diverse range of backgrounds with various levels of previous experiences and skills.
If you are interested in joining the social movement to change how we think and act about mental health Issues and becoming a Time to Change Champion, sign up for one of the training sessions in Somerset:
- 1 May 10:00am-12:00pm – Heads Up, Upper Breach Wells, BA5 3QG
Book on Eventbright at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/time-to-change-somerset-champion-induction-session-tickets-60140433656
- 1 May 2:00pm- 4:00pm – Albemarle Centre, Albemarle Road, Taunton, TA1 1BA
Book on Eventbright at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/time-to-change-somerset-champion-induction-session-tickets-60139733562
For more information, speak to Marc on:
(01823) 334 906
Author: Marc Lewis
Posted on: 9th April 2019
Mind in Somerset on BBC Radio Somerset
Mind in Somerset made a return to the airwaves this week when C.O.O Andy and Community Fundraising Manager David spoke about the work we do to support good mental health across the county and beyond and how you can help support us.
Listen again by watching our YouTube video below.
Author: Marc Lewis
Posted on: 17th March 2019
Entry for our Driving Challenge is now open!
Sign up and join us for the Driving Challenge and Family Fun Day at Henstridge Airfield on 6 July 2019 to raise money for Mind in Somerset.
Author: Ayesha Kirton
Posted on: 1st March 2019
Dragon Boat Race May 19
The Spring May Bank holiday in 2018 saw the return of South Somerset Mind to the Dragon Boat Race at Sherborne Castle Country Fair! An almighty team of staff and volunteers kindly agreed to row for us in aid of raising funds for the charity.
In May 2019 we have entered again – if you are interested in joining the team to paddle for Mind in Somerset then please do contact us. Please also sponsor us.
Author: Alexander Priest
Posted on: 11th October 2018
Partnership with English Football League
We are very excited that National Mind and the EFL have announced a 2 year partnership to promote and raise awareness of mental health. At Mind in Somerset, we are working closely with our own local football heroes, Yeovil Town Football Club and also Exeter City AFC , to raise awareness locally through a variety of fundraising activities.
Author: Alexander Priest
Posted on: 11th October 2018
Recruiting for Vanessa Gardening Project
South Somerset Mind are looking for a self-employed supporter for the Vanessa gardening Project for 2.5 hours per week @ £13 per hour with travel costs at .45p a mile. This is a lone working role which will be required to deliver gardening based sessions to individuals with mild to moderate mental health difficulties at our allotment of an evening or weekend, the day is negotiable.
Author: Admin
Posted on: 22nd August 2018
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
We are hugely thankful to AWASA (AgustaWestland Apprentice and Student Association) who are putting a team of colleagues from Leonardo Helicopters Yeovil forward to attempt the Three Peaks Challenge. These are Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis. This is over 23 miles of hiking with an ascent of almost 3,500 metres all within 24 hours. We would be hugely grateful for any donations made to the team supporting them on their way, www.gofundme.com/f/awasa-3-peaks-challenge.
We'd like to say a big thank you Kira for being brave enough to do a skydive and raising an incredible £606 for us!
Thank you guys! It was a pleasure raising money for such an amazing charity☺️
Well done, so brave !
Well done, Kira ! Great effort !
Congratulations
Well done Kira. Fantastic achievement for such a great cause 👏☺️🥰
Well done Kira, such a great amount of cash for an awesome cause and what a fun way to raise it too.😎
We are delighted to be supported by Day Lewis Pharmacy in Wiveliscombe who have been busy fundraising for us.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the UK Hydrographic Office Ride Somerset event yesterday. So far the team have raised £6,500! More details can be found at wonderful.org/fundraiser/daveandandycyclesomersetwiththeukhydrographicofficer-b2cf2f14.
So happy to be at #MINDfest run by the amazing young people of Holyrood Academy in Chard today. Part of our Whole School Approach. Great food. Great weather. Great vibe.
We are grateful for support from:
