#YourLocalMind This week please support our independent mental health charity. Help us do more! Text ‘MM2024DONATE’ to 70085 to donate £3 or get in touch to fundraise @manchestermind

"I started to care about me again, I felt more valued & began building confidence, felt connected to people..." This #LocalMindWeek read Aaron's brave & moving story about how his life has dramatically transformed since he started volunteering>> buff.ly/3yr4l9Q

“Becoming a volunteer became my anchor... it wasn’t just about filling the gap in my life, it was about discovering a new purpose" We have many wonderful stories to share this #LocalMindWeek inc. Zoe's & her deeper connection to herself & community>> buff.ly/4fyqRy2

Throughout this weekfor #LocalMindWeek we're sharing wonderful stories from our staff & volunteers & we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers & now have these opportunities available - Young People's Peer Support - Allotment - Support sessions >> buff.ly/4dbS8oA

"... what’s really magic is the connections they will make with other Mums. Knowing you are not alone during such a transformative time... is so important” Charli shares her story this #LocalMindWeek as Mums Matter Coordinator & seeing the impact it has> buff.ly/4frcYSi

"It is really important for him to understand that anger is a normal, healthy emotion & we talk about that" Did you know we have mental health practitioners who support young people in school? This #LocalMindWeek read about a day in the life of Nicola>> buff.ly/4ci0Y2T

This #LocalMindWeek we are shining a spotlight on our staff & volunteers Elsie is our Peer Support Development Worker for young people... if you aren't sure what that means you can read all about Elsie's role as she shares a day in her life>> buff.ly/4caLVrL

We're #YourLocalMind and each year we raise our own funds to support people in the community. Help us do more! Please text "MMDONATE2024" to 70085 to donate £3 in aid of @manchestermind <3

"As I reflect on my journey with Manchester Mind, I am filled with hope, resilience & a deep appreciation for the organisation & its mission" This #LocalMindWeek Ann Marie opens up about her mental health & how asking for help has transformed her life>> buff.ly/4fxvZme

As #LocalMindWeek draws to a close we want to thank all our followers. Please do RT our posts to help raise awareness If you have missed any stories you can read them online & don't forget if you are struggling with your mental health we are here for you> buff.ly/4dwcGIe

Help us do more! This week please support #YourLocalMind by making a donation in aid of mental health services @manchestermind or why not fundraise for us?

"You definitely won't feel alone anymore" We are pleased to launch an online Mums Matter peer support group every Mon 1pm Open to all Manchester mums with a child under 2. We will look at wellbeing tools & there will also be space for conversation buff.ly/3SEeAhW

Our next online Building a Healthy Future course for long-term physical health conditions starts on 4 Nov at 12.30pm This FREE course includes different stress and mood management skills, ways to better handle fears and worries & relaxation techniques>> buff.ly/3Ae6178

We’re proud to be joining Noah Kahan in Manchester on his UK tour! Look out for us at Co-op Live on 13 August from 6.30pm. Come and have a chat or feel free to pick up some #mentalhealth and wellbeing information for yourself or a loved one 🐝