SAMH

We're looking for a few friendly faces to volunteer in North Lanarkshire 🙌 Our Well-Informed team raises awareness around mental health problems through pop-up stalls and workshops in the community 🧡 We offer full training for the role and we’re looking for around 12 hours a month of your time. However, we're happy to chat first to see what suits you best! ✉️To apply, get in touch with Brian.Reid@samh.org.uk

Our Drag & Dine Lunch event is almost sold out!✨ We are down to the last few remaining tickets so grab them before they are gone! Join us for an afternoon of jaw dropping entertainment, amazing prizes, shop ‘til you drop, goody bags and more! Tickets include: 🥤 A welcome drink 🍜 Street food buffet 🍬 Access to our Pick ‘n’ Mix Goody Bag station When it comes to charity events, we don't just raise funds—we raise the roof! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eiWxf8Pj

A panic attack is an exaggeration of your body’s normal response to fear or stress. Here are a few tips to help others during a panic attack, including: 😮💨 Breathing slowly 🔇 Finding somewhere quiet 🧡 Letting you know you're there for them 💬 Chatting about light topics https://lnkd.in/eQBY5p6D

“When I reached the Psychiatric Ward, just the name made me feel like I was abnormal and unfit to be a mother.” Becky, our media volunteer, reflects on the challenges of motherhood and mental health after experiencing postnatal anxiety and depression. “I’m proud to say that I have transformed my postnatal anxieties into something tangible and positive. "I want to demonstrate that everyone has a chance to reclaim themselves after a trauma." 💙 https://ow.ly/fX2Y50TQTo9

Everyone needs a Will! Here are a few reasons why: 🧡 Providing for your loved ones 📝 Reducing stress, cost, delays and paperwork ✉️ Avoiding nasty surprises like unexpected legal claims ✅ Supporting your children The Lindsays team share how you can balance supporting a charity in your Will while taking care of your family too. Book an online appointment with Lindsays to make a Will - they won't charge if you make a donation to SAMH! https://lnkd.in/eXYUHChA #SAMHMakeAWill #MentalHealthMatters

SAMH signs as Rangers Charity Foundation's Partner ✍️ We'll be hosting events encouraging people to speak out and reach out, if they struggle with their mental health. "Mental health affects everyone, and it is crucial that we all look after our mental wellbeing" - Cyriel Dessers 💬 We were delighted to be joined by Colin Jackson CBE and Rangers striker Jane Ross to launch this partnership. "I know what it means to be in a difficult place, and the importance of speaking out and reaching out for help" - Colin Jackson 🧡 Full story ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gAhPAheu

“It feels like it's in our DNA to be mildly disruptive” 🚀 Kickstarted by a pioneer, SAMH's high trust rating reflects their commitment to stand by their mission and their brand. Tune in as we speak to Billy Watson, Chief Executive of SAMH, who reflects on their recent rebranding and shares how the charity plans to take their mission further, evolving to deliver for more people than ever: https://lnkd.in/eqBQSVa7 #BigPictureBanking #InTheFrame #Brand Nazreen Visram (She/Her) | Katie Steel | Andrea Delay

Our Chief Executive, Billy Watson, has responded to Sir Chris Hoy's Times interview: "As one of Scotland's greatest ever athletes and our Ambassador of fifteen years, Sir Chris is one of the most remarkable and inspiring people that I have the pleasure to know. But it is his simple decency, his love for his family, and his desire to create positive change for others that makes him who he is. "Everyone at SAMH sends our love to Chris, Sarra, Callum and Chloe. His commitment to improving Scotland's mental health remains as strong as ever and we will stand with him and his family every step of the way."

Our Chief Executive, Billy Watson, has responded to Sir Chris Hoy's Times interview: "As one of Scotland's greatest ever athletes and our Ambassador of fifteen years, Sir Chris is one of the most remarkable and inspiring people that I have the pleasure to know. But it is his simple decency, his love for his family, and his desire to create positive change for others that makes him who he is. "Everyone at SAMH sends our love to Chris, Sarra, Callum and Chloe. His commitment to improving Scotland's mental health remains as strong as ever and we will stand with him and his family every step of the way."

Today is #WorldMenopauseDay! Linda and Elaine, from our Workplace & Corporate Engagement Team, share the impact that menopause can have in the workplace. Including: 👥 Almost half of menopausal women reported feeling depressed 📈 37% reported experiencing anxiety We've also shared how organisations can support women through menopause, ensuring they retain their experience and talent in the long-term.