Healthy Minds Torbay

14/12/2025

We would like to wish everyone the best day it can possibly be.
Dont forget to take a little time out for self care in whatever way that is.
We understand that this can be a stressful time (not how it should be really). This time can highlight financial problems, relationship difficulties, grief loss and loneliness.
On the plus side! It can bring people together, joy and inderstanding. We can all play a part simply by being kind (lets remember working in retail & hospitality can be exhausting at this time as well as other services.
If you havent heard from someone in a while or someone has gone a little quiet, dont be afraid to get in touch with a simple "how are you doing?" It might be that those words make a huge difference.

13/12/2025

Our last Games Club of 2025 happened on Saturday morning.
We would like to thank:
Jay our coordinator volunteer
Sally
Adrian
Pip
For continued support.
Brixham Laboratory
For support and making it possible to run.

It was lovely to welcome new people today, and our thanks to everyone who has joined us this year.
We hope to be able to continue to provide Games Club next year and welcome new members.

Wishing you all a great Christmas and New Year! 🎄🎅🤶

13/12/2025

As another week ends we wish everyone the best weekend it can possibly be for you.
We would like to thank
Brixham Laboratory
The Bay Coffee Company
Paignton Library
Helen Ambler, Community Builder for Brixham
Flour Flower
Middle Street Walkers
For working with us this week, and making it easier to do the things we do.

We will have volunteers available next week if you feel in need of a cuppa and a chat one to one.
Wednesday 17th will be our last session of 2025 at Bay Coffee.

Please do take time to self care in whatever way that is this weekend.

The Healthy Minds Torbay Team.

12/12/2025

11/12/2025

We have a couple of activities coming up, perfect if you would like to get out of the house and link up with like minded people.
Join Middle Street Walkers on Friday 12th Dec meet at Flour Flower at 2pm. The forecast is looking ok so far, so grab your coat & shoes and join in for fresh air exercise and good company. Not a big ramble a short mindful walk ...great opportunuity to take in all the lights around the harbour. Afterwards why not stay for a hot drink and a chat? No need to book, just join in.

Gamers club is happenning on Sat Dec 13th at Brixham Laboratory meet at reception 10.30am or message us if you are arriving later, so we can pop down and let you in.
Talk about all things gaming or films & books - retro games up to date games we have a few to play or watch, or bring your favourites.
Over 18 only. We run up to 12.30.

Both Middle Street Walkers and Gamers club run once a month.

09/12/2025

08/12/2025

Just like that its Monday again!
Our weeks line up looks a bit like this:

Chat & support in collaboration with Middle Street Walkers you can contact either of us to arrange to chat with one of our volunteers. All volunteers are happy to listen to you without judgement in person.
They are there if you would like to talk about anxiety, loss of a loved one, feeling alone or overwhelmed by life right now.

Mindfulness Monday if you are feeling stressed or anxious come along and find a calm space with Jenny-Lou at Brixham Labs.
Meeting at labs reception 11.50am (check for availability) and again at 1.50 pm.

Middle Street Walkers meet on Friday 12th 2pm at Flour Flower join a short walk and have a cuppa and a chat.

Gamers Group meet on Sat 13th December at 10.30am at Brixham Laboratory join in the gaming chat or take part in games - or observe. This is for over 18's. The space we use is secure and quiet, unless we are laughing!

We wish you the best week possible!

07/12/2025

Gamers Club!
Our last gamers club will be held on Saturday 13th Dec between 10.30am & 12.30.

Location Brixham Laboratory

Come along and chat with others who share an interest in games in a relaxed atmosphere. No pressure to take part in playing games, the choice is yours. You do need to be over 18 and you are welcome to bring a friend for support if you wish.
No obligation to stay for a whole two hours, though door opens at 10.30am.

We do provide games or you may bring one to show if you wish.

Message us for more info or come along on the day, we meet at labs reception at 10.30am prompt.

06/12/2025

Thank you to all the book clubbers who came along to Paignton Library on Friday. For those who missed it, or those of you who would like to join in starting January - The Book chosen is The Women by Kristin Hannah.
The date for January Book Club is Friday 9th at 1.30pm to ensure everyones availability.
After which it will return to the first Friday in the month again in February.

Get your glasses on, feet up for a bit of Christmas reading!

05/12/2025

We would like to wish everyone the best weekend its possible to have.
Our volunteers are working in the community again next week, and alongside Middle Street Walkers they are there to share a cuppa and provide a listening ear if you need that. We know that many of you struggle at this time of year, and there is support and someone to talk to. Simply contact us or Middle Steet Walkers, or find our table at The Bay Coffee Company on a Wednesday morning. There are also other days & venues available.

Our thanks as always to The Bay Coffee Company
The Larder Speciality Coffee Paignton Library and Brixham Laboratory.

05/12/2025

Sometimes all the extra pressure at this time of year makes things feel even heavier, especially if you’re already having a tough time. We’re here if you need us. 116 123 📱

04/12/2025

Friday 5th December 1.30pm
Paignton Library
Join our book clubbers for the last meeting of 2025.
Book club meets the first Friday of each month and new members are welcome.