News Archive October 2020

Mindline is an out of hours helpline in Somerset that is a confidential listening service providing a safe place to talk if you, or someone you know, is in distress. We can also give basic information about mental health and local services.

Mindline Somerset can be reached on 01823 276 892.

Our listeners treat all callers, regardless of background, in a non-judgmental way with dignity and respect. When our lines are busy, or closed, our switchboard can connect you to our sister service, the Samaritans.

As well as listening to your issues we can also give information about;

• local services
• how to get help
• basic information on mental health issues.

Minehead Wellbeing Friends group focuses on tackling loneliness, improving life skills and promoting coping strategies. This service is for adults who feel isolated or are struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. 

For more information on joining this group please call the Yeovil office on 01935 474875

Alternatively, you can fill out our self referral form click here.

To view alternate locations, please visit our Wellbeing Friends page 

The Bridgwater Hearing Voices Support Groups is a space for people that hear voices or see visions that other people don’t experience to come together to explore these circumstances, and be around other people who have similar experiences. In this group we provide a supportive, confidential and non-clinical space which will always be attended by experienced active listeners representing Mind.

We require all those wishing to join the group to either be refered or self referred. You can do this by contacting Marc either via email [email protected] or phone 01823 334906. If we do not feel that the group is the right space for you at the time, we will help and support you find more relevant support. This is both for the wellbeing of the individual and the group as a whole.

For other locations, please visit our Hearing Voices page for more.

Please get in touch with one of our supportive team before attending a group. For more information call us on 0300 330 5463 or visit our page. Alternatively, you can email [email protected]

The group suitable for people bereaved by suicide. Parents, siblings, relatives, friends and others emotionally involved in a suicide are also welcome to attend.

Our group involves exploring emotions linked to being bereaved by suicide, in a relaxed and confidential environment. We aim to create a safe space where peers can share their experiences with one another without fear or judgement, alongside an experienced facilitator. The group is part of the Somerset Suicide Bereavement Support Service, which is available to anyone in Somerset.