Category: Self-Care
Update: Self-Care service
KCSC have now received confirmation that funding for the Community Living Well Self-Care programme will not be continuing beyond the end of the current grant agreement. Unfortunately, KCSC need to close the Self-Care programme as a result. This only applies to the Self-Care programme managed by KCSC. All Self-Care services overseen by KCSC will end […]
Supporting someone with a mental health problem
Supporting someone we love who is experiencing a mental health problem can be distressing and upsetting. Despite your good intentions and desires to help, you may feel powerless and ill-equipped to provide mental health support. Remember that for this person, even having someone check in on them may make a vast difference. It will help […]
Pilot Mental Health Programme for Young People
Community Living Well Pilot Mental Health programme for young people aged 19-24 with mental health needs The Community Living Well Self-Care service is trialling a new programme for young people aged 19-24 with mental health needs (in Primary Care), and who are registered with a GP in Kensington & Chelsea, Paddington or Queen’s Park. The […]
Self-Care: The ClementJames Centre
Having started life over 40 years ago as a humble homework club, The ClementJames Centre now offers employment support, adult learning, children and young people’s education and wellbeing support for members of the local community, and beyond. Through a range of 1-to-1 sessions, group activities and classes, ClementJames offers wrap-around support for the adults, young […]
Emotional support in your language
Self-Care is an approach to health and wellbeing which helps you to keep yourself well. The Community Living Well self-care programme helps people to take more control of their mental health and physical wellbeing, and to build social contact access to community, leisure, education, arts and volunteering opportunities. There is a range of different Self-Care […]
Resilience During Uncertain Times
The challenges we’ve faced this year have been extremely tough. The coronavirus pandemic was completely unexpected, and we’ve all had to adapt to a new way of living, whilst trying to remain strong, determined and patient. If you are struggling with your mental health, this uncertainty can bring even more stress and fear. Our Community […]
Keeping your mind and body fit
We often think of mental and physical health as two separate things, but the truth is, they are very closely linked. When we feel good physically, we tend to feel more positive and better about life – it is important to keep your mind and body fit. Things that can be good for our physical […]
Find out more about… Well Read Play Reading
Play reading is a great opportunity to escape, get creative, explore characters and meet new people. Paul O’Mahony from The Playground Theatre explains how Well Read Play Reading works and shares feedback from attendees of the online sessions. The Playground Theatre runs the Well Read programme. The premise is simple – we meet together to […]
The Rise of Self-Help Platforms
Technology is changing the way we live. From online courses and habit trackers to sleep advice and breathing exercises, there’s never been a better way to explore and embrace how tech can help our mental health. In 2019, the App Store editors have named self-help the breakout trend of the year. The ever-growing list of […]
Prevent burnout by pressing pause
Everyone should be able to access and enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. When a healthy work to life balance is achieved, work can foster a range of health and wellbeing benefits. These can include personal enrichment, mental stimulation and a sense of purpose. However, when this balance is compromised, it can lead to stress. While stress can increase motivation and productivity, […]
