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Jessica McLish’s January Fitness Challenge
Kicking off the new year with purpose, Jessica McLish took on our January Fitness Challenge, using the power of exercise to raise awareness and funds for mental health. Her dedication and commitment saw her raise £60, proving that even small efforts can make a big...
Parent Mental Health Day: screen-safe parenting
In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere — from smartphones and tablets to TVs and gaming consoles. While technology has its benefits, we need to understand how screen time can impact children’s mental health. Striking the right balance can help ensure kids...
Every day is Time to Talk Day with us
Thursday 6 February is Time to Talk Day, a reminder of how powerful a simple conversation about mental health can be. But let’s not stop here. Talking about how we feel shouldn’t be limited to one day on the calendar. We’re here to talk, connect and support you, not...
Blue Monday is made up, but mental health isn’t
Every January, we hear the media talk about Blue Monday, allegedly the 'most depressing day of the year'. Falling on the third Monday of January, this day is said to be when the combination of cold weather, post-Christmas blues, low motivation and increased debt...
Harry Salt House fundraiser
Harry Salt House are thrilled to launch a fundraising initiative for a Therapeutic Lodge Project—a vital effort aimed at supporting individuals recovering from mental health crises and navigating acute challenges. The project has sparked incredible energy among staff...
Mental health on the menu at McDonald’s Canley
Last week, we were delighted to reconnect with the wonderful team at McDonald’s Canley, where we were met with the usual warm and friendly welcome. The session proved to be a fantastic opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with both customers and staff....
Coventry and Warwickshire Mind at the ICB Prevention Summit
On December 5th, Coventry and Warwickshire Mind CEO Steven Hill, along with Rachel, Beth and Dee, attended the Prevention Summit organized by the Integrated Care Board (ICB). The event marked an important step in shaping the draft Prevention Framework for the...
Mollie’s Magic Christmas Wonderland
A huge thank you to Mollie Smyth, who organised a Christmas Wonderland Cake Sale on 12 December (Christmas Jumper Day) at one of our services. There were delicious cakes for sale, a raffle, a tombola, and Christmas charms to buy on this magical day. Santa and his...
Mental Elf 2024 an elf-tacular success raising £7829 for local mental health services
A huge thank you to everyone who made our recent Mental Elf 5K Fun Run at the War Memorial park in Coventry such an unforgettable day! With over 200 runners taking part, this festive 5k truly brought the community together to support mental health. The energy and...
Celebrating inclusivity and wellbeing at Coventry’s LGBTQ+ fayre
On 30 November, Coventry and Warwickshire Mind participated in Unity in Cov's health and wellbeing fayre, held at The Yard in Coventry. The event brought together over 14 organisations and businesses dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community, offering a valuable...
Church’s harvest appeal raises £1,364
Coventry and Warwickshire Mind would like to say a huge thank you for the incredible generosity of St Paul's Church in Stockingford and its congregation, who raised an impressive £1,364 as part of their annual harvest charity initiative. Mental health is an issue that...
Mindful in nature: celebrating wellbeing and the outdoors through poetry
Spending time in nature has proven benefits for mental health, offering a space to unwind, reflect, and find relief from daily stresses. Amidst the greenery of our allotment, one service user found inspiration to write a poem about how our ecotherapy service has...