West Kent Mind

💙 We're thrilled to announce that our Chat Room: Moving Forward group, based in Tunbridge Wells, now has spaces available. And we'd love to see you there. 🥰 The Moving Forward: Chat Room is a support group designed for individuals who've got experience of using mental health services and feel ready to take the next step in their recovery journey. Whether you're looking to explore new opportunities, build confidence, or find meaning in life, this group provides a supportive environment to help you move forward. Together, we'll explore your experiences, skills, and interests, and discuss how to apply them in new and fulfilling ways. We'll focus on transferring your knowledge, building your self-esteem, and exploring opportunities for volunteering, further training, or even potential career paths. Our aim is to support and guide you as you harness your experiences and channel them into positive, future-focused actions. This course will help you to move on and make future plans for your journey to recovery. ☕ Wednesdays, 10.30am - 12.00pm - Brains Matter, 3 Culverden Park, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9QT Please head to the link below for more information and to register: 🔷 https://lnkd.in/ekvtUtVW #ChatRoom #ComeAndChat #MovingForward #LetsTalk #ItsGoodToTalk #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalWellbeing #SupportGroups #MentalHealthSupportGroups #LocalSupportGroups #MentalHealthProgrammes #LocalMentalHealthProgrammes #MentalHealthServices #LocalMentalHealthServices #MentalHealthCharity #LocalCharity #SmallCharity #LocalMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #MentalHealth #MentalHealthRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #WestKentMind #WestKent #TunbridgeWells

We often talk or think about ourselves in a way we'd never talk or think about anyone else. With harshness and cruelty, we fail to be kind to ourselves. Positive affirmations can be a simple way to shift our mindset towards one of kindness, positivity, and empowerment. Choose one of the positive affirmations below and repeat it at least 10 times each morning this week, or when you're feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed. 💙 I forgive myself for the mistakes I make, and I refuse to hold them against myself. 💙 I deserve to be loved and to love others. 💙 Growth is sometimes bumpy and isn't always linear, but I will stay the course. 💙 I AM healing. 💙 I grow and improve every day. 💙 I have experienced challenges in the past, and I'm more resilient and stronger because of this. You're amazing. You always have been. And you deserve to know and believe that. 😍 #SelfLoveMatters #SelfLove #SelfKindness #SelfCare #SelfCareMatters #PositiveAffirmations #MindfulMonday #Mindfulness #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #SmallCharity #LocalCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #LocalMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #WestKentMind #WestKent #Tonbridge #TunbridgeWells #Sevenoaks #Malling

⭐The Big Give Christmas Challenge is back! ⭐ Once again, we're taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge. From 12pm on 3 December until 12pm on 10 December, every penny you give through the Big Give website will be doubled. This means one donation will make twice the impact. This year, we'll be fundraising for our Early Intervention Service for Young People aged 11-18. This free service provides tailored support for those that need it most. The number of children and young people who are waiting for mental health support in West Kent is over double any other area in Kent and Medway. It's statistics like this that highlight the importance of programmes like our Early Intervention Service. That's why we're asking you to donate to our Big Give Christmas Challenge. It's only through your support that we're able to provide this service. And children and young people with mental health problems need our help now more than ever. The Big Give Christmas Challenge goes live on Tuesday, 3 December, so remember to save the date! Please keep an eye on our social media channels and website for more information about how you can get involved. 🗓️ Tuesday, 3 December - Tuesday, 10 December #BigGiveChristmasChallenge #SaveTheDate #TeamWestKentMind #WestKentMind #TeamWKM #ChildrenAndYoungPeople #ChildrenAndYoungPeopleServices #ChildrenAndYoungPeopleProgramme #ChildrenAndYoungPeopleMentalHealthServices #ChildrenAndYoungPeopleMentalHealthSupport #MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthProgramme #MentalHealthServices #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #SupportLocal #LocalSupport #MentalHealthCharity #SmallCharity #LocalCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity

A huge thank you to The Henry Smith Charity! We're delighted to announce that West Kent Mind has been awarded a generous grant over the next three years from The Henry Smith Charity. This incredible funding will help us continue our vital work, supporting individuals across West Kent who are experiencing mental health problems. We couldn’t be more grateful for this grant, which will make a real difference in the lives of so many in our community. Thank you to The Henry Smith Charity for believing in our mission and helping us continue to support people to get well, stay well and thrive. Together, we're making mental health care accessible to those who need it most! The Henry Smith Charity #TheHenrySmithCharity #ThankYou #Fundraising #TrustsAndFoundationFundraising #GrantsAwarded #CharityGrants #SmallCharity #LocalCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #LocalMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #WestKent #WestKentMind #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthProgrammes #MentalHealthServices #Tonbridge #Malling #Sevenoaks #TunbridgeWells

October is Black History Month. It's a time to celebrate Black culture. It's also a time to celebrate the huge contribution Black people have played in every sphere of life. But in the mental health space, it's impossible to ignore these hard-hitting statistics. We need to recognise that those from racialised communities are still not receiving the mental health support that they need and deserve. As a result, Black History Month may evoke complex emotions and it's important to acknowledge these feelings. To sit with them and to honour them. You may find that means you need extra support. If this is the case, then please head to the webpage below. This will take you to the Mind website. 💙https://lnkd.in/emXZxuh5 #BlackHistoryMonth #WestKentMind #WestKent #Sevenoaks #Tonbridge #Malling #TunbridgeWells

We’re proud to announce that West Kent Mind’s Fast Track Domestic Abuse Programme has won a Kent Mental Wellbeing Award! ⭐ This recognition highlights the incredible work the programme does to support those impacted by domestic abuse, providing essential mental health care and helping individuals rebuild their lives. We're incredibly honoured to receive this award and grateful to everyone who supports and contributes to this life-changing programme. A huge thank you to the Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards for this recognition! Together, we continue to ensure anyone impacted by domestic abuse in West Kent can get well, stay well and thrive. 💙 #KentMentalWellbeingAwards #WestKentMind #TeamWKM #FastTrackDomesticAbuseProgramme #DomesticAbuse #Counselling #WestKent #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #Tonbridge #Malling #Sevenoaks #TunbridgeWells #SmallCharity #LocalCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SupportLocal #LocalSupport #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #LocalMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity

✨ Today, we wanted to say a huge 'thank you' to The National Lottery Community Fund who have recently given us a grant of £20,000 through their National Lottery Awards for All fund. These funds will go towards our Children and Young People Early Intervention Scheme, with a particular focus on children and young people who are affected by domestic abuse. It's only with the support of organisations like The National Lottery Community Fund that we're able to continue to carry out our crucial work in our local community. Work that enables people not just to get well and stay well, but also to thrive with positive mental health. So we're hugely grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund and to all players of The National Lottery. It's also thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund that we're able to continue to run our Creative Minds programmes; programmes that aim to support and inspire by taking service users on new creative journeys and helping them to nurture their mental health and wellbeing. Thank you once again. You're amazing! 💙 #NationalLottery #TheNationalLotteryCommunityFund #TheNationalLotteryAwardsForAll #ChildrenAndYoungPeople #ChildrenAndYoungPeopleEarlyInterventionScheme #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthRecovery #SmallMentalHealthLocalCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #LocalMentalHealthCharity #SmallCharity #LocalCharity #MentalHealthCharity #WestKentMind #WestKent #Tonbridge #Malling #TunbridgeWells #Sevenoaks

This World Mental Health Day, we're sharing Paul's inspiring story. Paul is currently a client at our Creative Cooking group, which is part of our Creative Minds programme. 🍳 Creative Minds, is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, and aims to spark your imagination, set you on new creative journeys and support you to nurture good mental health and wellbeing. Head to the webpage below to watch the full video of Paul's story. And to learn how Creative Cooking has positively impacted Paul's life and why he believes that the work of West Kent Mind is vital for our local community. 💙https://lnkd.in/eWjSqX_B #WMHD #WMHD2024 #WMHD24 #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #WorldMentalHealthDay24 #WestKentMind #WestKent #Tonbridge #Malling #TunbridgeWells #Sevenoaks #SupportLocal #LocalSupport #LocalCharity #SmallCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #NoMindLeftBehind

✨World Mental Health Day is a powerful reminder of the importance of feeling secure and supported, especially in the workplace. For Lucy, this journey has been about finding a space where she feels heard, respected, and safe to bring her full self to work. Her story reflects this years theme of prioritising mental health in the workplace—a place where safety isn't just about physical health, but emotional and mental security too. Creating environments that prioritise mental health not only helps individuals like Lucy thrive, but strengthens the workforce as a whole. 🌱 Let’s stand together today and everyday to prioritise mental health in the workplace and make them a safe space for all. 💙 Head to the link below to read Lucy's full story. https://lnkd.in/ejxUU9FF #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorkplaceWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #WMHD #WMHD2024 #WMHD24 #WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #WorldMentalHealthDay24 #WestKentMind #WestKent #Tonbridge #Malling #Sevenoaks #TunbridgeWells #SupportLocal #TeamWKM #LocalSupport #LocalCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #SmallCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #NoMindLeftBehind

Today is World Mental Health Day! 💙 Mental health problems don't fit neatly into a 24-hour window. And neither does the work we do! Too many of us are still not getting the support we need and deserve. Too many of us are still facing stigma and discrimination. But we're here to make sure that no mind is left behind. We want you to know that you're not alone. If you're feeling overwhelmed or struggling, then we're here for you. We're here to listen, to help and to make sure that everyone in our local community is getting the mental health support that's right for them. Together, we can continue to raise awareness and demand the change that's so desperately needed. Head to our home page below, to find out how we can support you. westkentmind.org.uk #WMHD #WMHD2024 #WMHD24 #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #WorldMentalHealthDay24 #WestKentMind #WestKent #Tonbridge #Malling #TunbridgeWells #Sevenoaks #SupportLocal #LocalSupport #LocalCharity #SmallCharity #MentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalCharity #SmallMentalHealthCharity #SmallLocalMentalHealthCharity #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #NoMindLeftBehind