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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...
Coventry Hearsall Golf Club driving funds for Coventry and Warwickshire Mind
A huge thank you to Coventry Hearsall Golf Club which has raised an incredible £14,115 for Coventry and Warwickshire Mind during their partnership in 2023/24. Coventry Hearsall Golf Club fundraised throughout the year by hosting a Charity Day, had a stall at The...
Seasonal self-care: mental health tips for autumn and winter
As we move through autumn towards winter and the nights get darker, colder and longer, more of us can struggle with our mental health. We asked Paol, one of our mental health trainers, to share his top tips for staying well during the coming months.Like many people in...
Christmas Appeal 2024
As Christmas approaches, we’re reminded of the joy and warmth this season brings. But for many in our community, especially those facing mental health challenges, it can be a difficult time. At Coventry and Warwickshire Mind, we are committed to ensuring no one has to...
Simply Gym’s 36-Hour Fitness Challenge
On 21 October at 6:00 AM, Simply Gym Earl Place hosted a gruelling 36-hour workout challenge, pushing participants to their limits in the name of fitness and fundraising. Among the determined challengers was Emma Millard our very own Fundraiser, who took on this...
FarGo Village’s Big Birthday Weekender raises an incredible £1,389 for Coventry and Warwickshire Mind.
A huge thank you to FarGo Village for hosting their Big Birthday Weekender in aid of Coventry and Warwickshire Mind. Coventry’s vibrant Creative Quarter recorded its highest-ever footfall for a single day during its tenth birthday celebrations and raised a significant...
Suicide prevention workshops extended to Coventry and Warwickshire
Following our recent merger, we are delighted to announce that South Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind's School Early Suicide Prevention workshops have now been extended into Coventry and the whole of Warwickshire. There are still limited spaces available for our...
On the road to better mental health
To mark World Mental Health Day, our Wellbeing Vehicle rolled into the Rugby Wellbeing Hub, bringing mental health support and resources straight to the community. The day was all about raising awareness, sharing helpful advice, and creating a space where people could...
From gym to joy: How St Clair Gardens fundraised for gym equipment
Background St Clair Gardens is a 24-hour recovery unit that provides a safe, nurturing environment for adults with mental health needs. Our focus is on empowering residents to develop essential life skills and emotional resilience, preparing them for a transition into...