The awareness of mental health and mental wellbeing has increased significantly in recent years, and people are now more aware of their own mental wellbeing as well as the wellbeing of those around them. However, many people are still uncomfortable talking about suicide or suicidal thoughts or feelings. If someone tells us they’re feeling suicidal, […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 20th April 2021

Kensington & Chelsea Mind are working with Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC) to deliver a free mental health training course to people living or working in North Kensington as part of KCSC’s ongoing self-care programme. The half-day course will be offered online between now and March 2022 and is an accredited training developed by […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 9th April 2021

As lockdown restrictions begin to ease, you may be feeling anxious or worried about the return to the world outside. Mind has published some tips on how to manage your feelings of unease during this transition. Take time to readjust There is no ‘normal’ response to changes to lockdown. Your feelings may be affected by […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 7th April 2021

Now that the Government has announced its plans for us to gradually ease lockdown restrictions, you might like to start thinking about your post pandemic recovery plan. As the easing of restrictions is happening in stages, it should allow you to adjust little by little. By making some plans now, it will give you something […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 11th March 2021

Finding this year difficult? We’re here for you. Reach out for free talking therapy in North West London The Talking Therapies services across North West London Health and Care Partnership are launching a campaign to remind local residents that mental health services are open and here for them during the pandemic and beyond. Talking Therapies […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 8th March 2021

‘Take notice’ is one step of the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ programme, which is designed to help improve your mental and physical health. One way of taking notice is to practice mindfulness. What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is a technique that teaches you to take notice of the present moment, and to be aware of what’s […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 18th February 2021

‘The 5 Ways to Wellbeing’ can help you to look after your mental wellbeing and boost your resilience, which can improve your ability to cope with life’s challenges, your self-confidence and performance. Scientific studies have shown that if you follow these five simple steps, your emotional wellbeing can improve. > Connect > Be active > […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 2nd February 2021

Without doubt, 2020 has been an extremely challenging year for us all, requiring much of everyone, as we have to adapt our personal and working lives to keep ourselves and others safe during this pandemic. As we moved to Level 4 Alert, many people will now not be able to be with people they had […]

Author: Mary Fotheringham
Posted on: 21st December 2020

Christmas can be a wonderful time of year; it gives us a chance to meet up with friends and family, indulge in festive treats and give gifts. However, it’s not always like that for everyone, and the restrictions placed upon us due to the pandemic mean that some may not be able to enjoy Christmas […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 21st December 2020

We set up our ‘Supporting Minds’ programme in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 lockdown. We had to suspend our face-to-face support and brought our services together as one team, whilst also changing to new ways of working to provide remote mental health support for people during this challenging time. Positive Impact The response […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 10th December 2020