Tag: Connect
Alone in a Digital World
We are living in a fast-paced digital world, where almost everything is now online, including banking, shopping and advice. For many, this is a good thing, as it means faster access to services and instant responses to some requests. But what if you cannot get online? We’ve taken a look at some of the reasons […]
New online workshops for COVID-19 support
We are offering free one-hour online workshops addressing a range of concerns during COVID-19. These workshops are based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), an evidence based therapy used widely in the NHS, and there will be discussions on how to face difficulties with lockdown in a practical way. It’s an opportunity for you to meet others […]
The Winter 2020 Magazine is now available!
A very warm welcome to the Winter 2020 edition of the Community Living Well magazine (and excitingly the first one of the year and decade). As we navigate our way through the shorter, colder winter days, you may feel a dip in your mood. It’s normal for us to feel down in winter. But if […]
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 […]
Support during the holidays
Christmas can be an exciting time of the year for many, but it can also be a challenging time, especially for those living with a mental health problem. For those of you who might be struggling, or who are supporting someone who is struggling, we’ve put together a document with useful contacts over the holiday […]
November Peer Support Calendar
Welcome to the November Peer Support Calendar We have a wide range of activities and groups on offer this month for our members. Highlights include a trip to Winter Wonderland and a weekend visit to Kensington Palace. All our groups are underpinned by the Five Ways to Wellbeing: Active, Connect, Give, Learn and Notice. New […]
New Self-Care Services
We are delighted to announce the launch of 6 new self-care services. The services aim to provide a wide range of support to cater to your varying interests and hobbies. What is Self-Care? Self-care involves the actions that you take for yourself, on behalf of and with others in order to develop, maintain and improve […]
What is Peer Support?
Peer support is when people use their own experiences to help each other. It can support you if you want to: feel less isolated increase your confidence get or give support and talk to others who understand your mental health problems through a shared experience be more knowledgeable about your mental health Peer Support […]
(CANCELLED) Peer Support Informal Meet Up
We’ve temporarily cancelled our face-to-face Peer Support groups and activities due to Covid-19. We will be offering virtual groups and webinars and will update our website with more information as it becomes available. Connect with others over a weekly coffee, tea or refreshment break. We encourage a warm and welcoming environment. Meet others, who share […]
Bushy Park Walk
Join us on this walk from Hampton Wick to Hampton Court Palace, through the beautiful Bushy Park, where we may have the chance to see a deer or two. Please contact Stuart if you would like to join this walk and for further details. Contact Stuart on 07495 579 252 or [email protected] This group is […]
