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2 weeks ago

Mind Policy and campaigns – Zoom meeting with Justin Tomlinson (the Minister for Disabled People)

“Ahead of the anticipated Government Green Paper & National Strategy for Disabled People we had the opportunity to meet virtually in an event hosted by National Mind with the Minister for Disabled People Justin Tomlinson.

We outlined the challenges that Mind in Croydon’s clients experience with the benefits system and how Covid-19 has made navigating the system even harder for many people with mental health issues. People with lived experience of mental health also took part and gave real life examples of how the benefits system creates sometimes insurmountable barriers for them.

Our work is influencing the development of what we hope will be a better benefits system that works for and with people experiencing mental ill health.”

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3 weeks ago

World Mental Health Day – Mental Health For All

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10 October every year. This year’s theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is ‘mental health for all’.

One of our carers sent in a poem which we would like to share with you.

The poem can be read on our news page at www.mindincroydon.org.uk/news/ ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Creating conversations in Croydon – The untold stories of loss

Mind in Croydon are pleased to be taking part in ‘Creating conversations in Croydon – The untold stories of loss’ event on World Mental Health Day 10.10.20 @ 2pm. Emma Turner, our Head of Service Delivery will be contributing to these important discussions.

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1 month ago

This year Advocacy Awareness Week takes place on 26th – 30th October.

Mind in Croydon’s advocacy service supported over 100 people from May to September this year in ensuring that their rights were met and their voices heard.

This shows how important advocacy remains during a time when many vulnerable people are subject to detention under the Mental Health Act and whilst there remains the risk of Covid-19 people who have a statutory right to access independent mental health advocacy are able to continue to do so.

#AAW20 #HearMyVoice #PowerofPartnership

www.ndti.org.uk/advocacy-awareness-week/aaw19/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Suicide Prevention - South West London Health and Care Partnership

2 months ago

Light a Candle for World Suicide Prevention Day 2020

Join us on Thursday 10th Sep, World Suicide Prevention Day, and light a candle near a window at 8pm to show your support for suicide prevention, to remember a lost loved one and for the survivors of suicide.
If you want to find out more about our Suicide Prevention project, and how you can help those in need, check out our website: swlondon.nhs.uk/ourwork/suicide-prevention/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Suicide is preventable. We can all do something to help a person that is feeling suicidal, whether it be a family member, friend, or stranger. Simply just starting a conversation with someone could save a life. The 10th September marks World Suicide Prevention Day and we want to encourage you ... Re...

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30 Oct

Mind in Croydon needs your help. If you’re looking for something to do whilst you’re isolating at these difficult times, perhaps you might want to organise a fundraising event for Mind in Croydon. Visit http://cutt.ly/gtmKwt9 for more info #Croydon

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30 Oct

During the current restrictions you might find you need a little more support. We have put together a page on our website which points you to many helpful apps and websites to support your wellbeing during this time. This page can be found at: http://mindincroydon.org.uk/useful-links/ #Croydon

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29 Oct

Mind in Croydon’s Welfare Benefits Service are still here to support you and continue to deliver a telephone and email advice service 5 days a week while following government guidance around social distancing. Visit http://ow.ly/gEsa30qMxzS for more information #Croydon

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28 Oct

Mind in Croydon’s Employment Support Service remains open to new referrals and we continue to provide support during the COVID-19 social distancing restrictions. Visit http://ow.ly/eyAV30qMxAgfor more information #Croydon