Free mental health support sessions for Scarborough and Whitby
People in Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale are being invited to attend a six week programme of supportive workshops to help them improve their mental health and wellbeing.
People in Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale are being invited to attend a six week programme of supportive workshops to help them improve their mental health and wellbeing.
The ‘Like Minds’ sessions are funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and being run by mental health charity Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Mind.
It is for anyone who would like help and support with improving their wellbeing, learn more about ways to manage anxiety, build confidence and develop healthy habits that improve mental health.
The workshops are also an opportunity to provide peer support and share ideas with other people on how to look after ourselves in challenging times. All sessions will be run by two mental health support workers and participants will receive a wellbeing package at the end of the programme with a selection of goodies to promote mental wellbeing.
The six week programme starts tomorrow (Wednesday 7th April) from 1-3pm and continues every Wednesday for the following five weeks, covering topics including anxiety, food and mood and managing stress.
The sessions will be in-person at their venue based in Scarborough town centre which is Covid-19 secure. To reserve your place, call on 01723 339838 or email info@swrmind.org.uk
They will also be running their mental health advice sessions on Monday 12th April and Monday 10th May from 1pm to 3pm at Mecca Bingo on Albermarle Crescent. This is an opportunity to chat with a support worker in a secure environment to find out about the services that may benefit you or to find out general information and advice about mental wellbeing.