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Scarborough Charity Offers Free Mental Health Support Sessions

Friday, 26 March 2021 08:10

By Matthew Pells

People are being invited to attend a six week programme of supportive workshops to help them improve their mental health and well-being.

The ‘Like Minds’ sessions are being run by mental health charity Scarborough Whitby and Ryedale Mind for anyone who would like help and support with improving their well-being, learn more about ways to manage anxiety, build confidence and develop healthy habits that support mental health.

Organisers say the workshops are also

"a great opportunity to provide peer support and share ideas with other people on how to look after ourselves in challenging times."

"All sessions will be run by two of our mental health support workers and participants will receive a wellbeing package at the end of the programme with a selection of goodies to promote mental wellbeing."

The six week programme starts on Wednesday 7th April from 1-3pm and continues every Wednesday for the following five weeks, covering topics including anxiety, food and mood and managing stress.

The sessions will take place at a venue in Scarborough town centre which is Covid-19 secure. T

SWR Mind say that anyone wanting toe reserve a place should call them on 01723 339838 or email info@swrmind.org.uk

The sessions are being funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Scarborough Whitby and Ryedale Mind will also be running Mental Health Advice sessions on Monday 12th April and Monday 10th May from 1pm to 3pm at Mecca Bingo on Albermarle Crescent. They say this is an opportunity to chat with a support worker in a secure environment to find out about their services that may benefit you or to find out general information and advice about mental wellbeing.

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