Mind started its lived experience newsletter in May 2021 to connect with former Time to Change Champions who had campaigned against stigma and prejudice around mental health problems. They continue to highlight independent lived experience voices campaigning on mental health issues and publicise opportunities where people with lived experience can shape Mind’s and other external […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 23rd June 2022

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower disaster. Our thoughts are with the individuals and communities affected by this tragedy. Today, tomorrow and for the coming years, we are here to listen, we are here to help. If you need support during this time, the Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service is running online […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 14th June 2022

Signs you may be experiencing trauma The following information may be triggering if you have experienced trauma. If you need to reach out, there are people you can talk to. Visit: mind.org.uk/trauma Going through very stressful, frightening, or distressing events is sometimes called trauma. Everyone has a different reaction to trauma, so you might notice […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 8th June 2022

June is Pride Month, which celebrates LGBTQ+ communities all around the world. Pride is celebrated in the month of June as the Stonewall riots took place in June of 1969. The Stonewall riots were important protests that took place in New York that changed gay rights for a lot of people in America and around […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 1st June 2022

1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem each year. But many of us don’t know where to reach out for support. Or how to share what we’re going through.  We all experience and talk about mental health differently. But we aren’t always listened to. And we aren’t always represented.   We’re determined […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 12th May 2022

Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 Mental Health Awareness Week – Monday 9 – Sunday 15 May 2022 Mental Health Awareness Week gives us the chance to create even more awareness of mental health, to talk openly about mental health issues to help break down the stigma, and to promote services and resources that are there […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 5th May 2022

On Monday 28 March, local choirs Kensington Singers and Barcarolle Choir, held a special concert of uplifting choral music in aid of Kensington and Chelsea Mind.  The ‘Music for the Soul’ concert was held at St Cuthbert’s Church in Earl’s Court, and raised a total of £449 for the charity.  From everyone at Kensington and […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 27th April 2022

There’s no doubt that the news about what is happening in Ukraine is upsetting and causing us to worry. For those of us who struggle with anxiety, it can make us feel even more stressed and worried. Of course it is important to keep informed about what is going on around the world, but it’s […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 10th March 2022

On Thursday 24th February 2022, the UK Government ended all domestic restrictions relating to Covid-19. This means that there are no longer any legal requirements around social distancing, mask wearing and self-isolation. Keeping you safe We have been working on a phased return to full face-to-face service opening since July 2021. As we prepare to […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 3rd March 2022

Prioritising your mental health doesn’t have to be complicated. There are lots of simple changes you can make to your routine that can have a positive affect on your wellbeing. Mind has provided ideas and tips on how you can start with one thing… Relax and reduce stress Do something that helps you relax, like […]

Author: Stewart Gillespie
Posted on: 21st February 2022