We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK

17/12/2025

A big thank you to Sally for leading such a great wreath making session to bring together our volunteers and celebrate another busy and successful year at We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK
We're passionate about the support we provide our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community, and our work depends on the support of all our volunteers.
Thank you all!
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16/12/2025

It's the most wonderful time of the year... according to the song.
For many it is stressful, pressured, isolating, socially difficult and for some it can be a triggering and traumatic time. It can be a time that starkly reminds us of those we've lost. It can be a time when the pressure to ensure everyone else is having their best Christmas that we push ourselves to breaking point.
Give yourself time and space whenever you can, as well as safe and supportive connections away from the expectations of the tinsel and the turkey.
Enjoy the smaller moments shake off the seasonal stress.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with their mental health at this time of please reach out for support.
Support numbers available:
https://www.weareaware.info/support-information
If you or anyone you know would benefit from being part of our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community, please contact us through our website (www.weareaware.info ) or email admin@weareaware.info

15/12/2025

A big thank you to all that made our We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK peer community Christmas Social possible- a light-hearted afternoon for those we support to come together in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental space and enjoy some games, food, and a sing-song.
Thanks to:
Scotty for the buffet
Kenn Village Hall for the venue
Paul, Garry and Berny for the musical entertainment
Kerrie for the endless teas coffees and backroom tidying
Thanks to all the volunteers, and kind donations that made it all possible.
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14/12/2025

A massive thank you to all at Rydal Day Nursery for kindly raising money for We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK at their Christmas Party. Looks like you all had an amazing time!
A safe and relaxing Christmas to you all
And thanks again!
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10/12/2025

05/12/2025

More clearing of the Garden Space Project in Nailsea.
Shaping up to be a great space. Thanks to all that have been involved so far in the clearing, weeding planting and great conversations.
A brilliant space for grounding, refocusing and reconnecting with nature.
A great project for the We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK community to be involved with
Thanks again to the Kenn Lunch Break, Scotch Horn Leisure Centre and North Somerset Council for making it possible.
If you or anyone you know could benefit from joining our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community please get in touch through our website (www.weareaware.info) or drop us an email at admin@weareaware.info

01/12/2025

Did you know...
We Are Aware run a variety of groups and activities to provide therapeutic support and social connection in a safe supportive environment for anyone struggling with their mental health.
Groups include:
Thinking Out Loud Discussion Groups
Journalling+
Games Afternoons
Art&Craft
Book Group
Peer/Self Advocacy
Yoga
Somatic Movement
A Garden Space Project
Walk&Talks
and more!
If you or anyone you know would benefit from joining our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community please contact us through our website (www.weareaware.info) or email admin@weareaware.info

29/11/2025

So true...

28/11/2025

Its been a busy last 15th months in the TalkingPoint story- seeing the 4th, 5th and 6th semicolon bences being installed at Portishead, Bristol and Wrexham respectively.
These are benches not just to be a place to chat and reflect, but also to be a visual prompt and reminder to:
> reach out for support
> check-in on loved ones
> be aware of those around us and say hi to passers by
> generally stay connected

We'll never know which are the conversations that help someone make it through today into tomorrow.
At this time of year in particular many struggle. The expectations to be having a great Christmas and the pressures of social media can be overwhelming.
Let's all do what we can to make this a great Christmas for everyone.
STAY CONNECTED

If you or anyone you know could benefit from joining our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community, we have a variety of groups and activitites. Email us at admin@weareaware.info

26/11/2025

This time of year in particular can be a tough time for so many for so many different reasons. If you or someone you know may struggle at this time of year- reach out for support
You don't need to struggle alone
List of support numbers at www.weareaware.info/support-information
If you or anyone you know could benefit from joining our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community please email admin@weareaware.info or contact us through our website www.weareaware.info

22/11/2025

A huge thank you to Kenn Lunch Break's kind donations and Scotch Horn Leisure Centre and North Somerset Council for giving the We are Aware - Local : North Somerset, UK community an amazing garden space project.
It's the perfect time to start with the clearing, and weeding whilst appreciating the autumn colours and nature. Still plenty Still plenty of clearing to do, but making progress!
If you or anyone you know is experiencing low mood; anxiety; struggling with their mental health and could benefit from joining an ever-growing mental health lived experience peer support community we have a variety of groups and activities across Clevedon, Nailsea, Backwell and Portishead. Drop us an email at admin@weareaware.info or contact us through our website for more information

12/11/2025

A huge thank you to all the Co-op members for supporting us as a local cause- particularly across the last year.
All our funding, donations and support help us provide more groups and activities for our ever-growing mental health lived experience peer community