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Mental health awareness in the construction industry
Mind BLMK’s Market Development Manager, Jeanette Skipsey recently met with site manager, Philip Gormley, and his team from McAleer & Rushe at their Milton Keynes site. Jeanette delivered a talk about mental health and the challenges faced within the construction industry, and explained how to reach out to others who may need support with their […]
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Author: Julie Stock
Posted on: 17th July 2019
Mental Health Awareness Week 2019
During Mental Health Awareness Week, Mind BLMK’s Training team delivered 13 courses across Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes to non-mental health workers in the subjects of Mental Health First Aid Lite (MHFA half day) and See the Signs (suicide awareness).
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Author: Julie Stock
Posted on: 22nd May 2019
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After the success of our Veganuary Cook-along, Hertfordshire Mind Network, Mind BLMK, and Mind in Mid Herts are joining forces again to bring you another fundraising culinary evening from the comfort of your own home! ![]()
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If you enjoy cooking and are a fan of the BBC 1 show MasterChef then we suggest keeping an eye on our social media pages next week for some VERY exciting news!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀![]()
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We all suffer from varying degrees of stress but when we feel overwhelmed it can be difficult to concentrate and focus on the task at hand.![]()
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Next weeks up and coming wellbeing webinars, lead by experts from the three leading Talking Therapy teams from Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) across Bedfordshire, Luton, and Milton Keynes will focus on the following topics -![]()
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01 Mar - Stress management![]()
02 Mar - Managing worries![]()
03 Mar - Improving sleep![]()
04 Mar - Fatherhood and low mood![]()
04 Mar - Wellbeing whilst working![]()
05 Mar - Coronavirus - Coping with anxiety and worry![]()
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Each webinar is free to access, you are anonymous on the call and no camera is required. ![]()
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Some personal details are required in order to take part in the event. This is to ensure that each health service performs correctly and in line with national health regulations. ![]()
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For more information and to register today for each event, please visit - mktalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/blmk-events ![]()
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#BLMK #wellbeing #mentalhealth #SUPPORT #MindBLMK #iapt #Webinars
Mind BLMK's Operations Manager, Richard, talked to BBC Look East last week to discuss the effects that the current situation has had, and will still have on our mental health as we move forward. ![]()
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Richard, said the following statement -![]()
"That's going to be incredibly important as we go forward, to make sure that people feel comfortable to come forward to get support but of course that will take time."![]()
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Our dedicated team of counsellors, mentors and support workers are on hand to help you get the support that you deserve, in a safe and comfortable way.![]()
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If you would like to find out more about our services and would like to access our support today, please complete our online self-referral form here - www.mind-blmk.org.uk/how-we-can-help![]()
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Alternatively, if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis and needs immediate support, we also have our Crisis Café service. This is a free service and is available 365 days of the year, between 5pm – 11pm and can be contacted during these times via telephone on 01525 722 225. ![]()
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We asked the lovely Mel what 3 things are important to help support her mental health and wellbeing, she kindly shared the following with us:![]()
- Remain Active - walk/run, fresh air is key! ![]()
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- Find a positive each day (even if I have to look a little harder!) ![]()
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Mel has recently setup her own YouTube channel, to share her life experiences and story, in the hope to help others.![]()
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In a recent interview with Bedfordshire Live, Mel said the following - "I want to share my story just in the hope of helping anyone out there who may have experienced just one of the things I have gone through,".![]()
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If you feel you need additional support or want to learn more about our services, please visit our website - www.mind-blmk.org.uk ![]()
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#HereForYou #Support #MentalHealth #Community #Bedfordshire #Luton #MiltonKeynes #CentralBedfordshire
We are pleased to announce that we have a new vacancy available for a Floating Support Worker to join our growing team at Mind BLMK. ![]()
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The successful candidate will be required to use their own experience to help support our service users on their recovery journey. This will involve facilitating support groups and making welfare calls to help ensure individuals gain and maintain their positive mental wellbeing. The successful candidate will provide flexible support to all Mind BLMK services across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.![]()
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If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, take a look at our website for more information and to apply today - www.mind-blmk.org.uk/get-involved/vacancies/ or email: [email protected]⠀![]()
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