Change Mental Health

18/08/2025

🏃‍♀️ Are you looking for a running challenge in 2026?

Or did you just finish the Scottish Half Marathon yesterday and wonder what's next?!

next May at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival! It could be a 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon or team relay, and you'll be raising vital funds to keep mental health support available at the heart of communities.

📅 23rd & 24th May 2026
📍 Edinburgh

Sign up and run for us 👇
https://buff.ly/EWMyMtG

17/08/2025

‘Action needed now to avert health and social care crisis in Scotland’, sector leaders urge First Minister in an open letter published in today's Herald on Sunday.

More than 200 third sector health and social care organisations and leaders, including ourselves at Change Mental Health, have signed an open letter to the First Minister calling for immediate steps to address the current crisis threatening the sector.

The letter makes clear that without action now, the consequences of the crisis will be felt across society, from deepening inequalities to even greater pressure on the NHS and public services – with Scotland’s most vulnerable individuals and families paying the price.

We stand alongside Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland and CCPS to work with the Scottish Government in achieving the key asks outlined in the letter.

Read the letter and calls in full 👇
https://www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/?post_type=news&p=43066

16/08/2025

We are shocked and gutted to hear about the news of Gary Little's passing.

One of the mighty stalwarts of the Scottish comedy scene, Gary was also an ambassador for our charity when we were previously named Support in Mind Scotland.

Whether it was raising awareness during World Mental Health Day, taking about his experiences of mental illness or arranging a series of comedy gigs to raise vital funds for our charity, Gary was selfless. He gave so much of his time to ensure funds raised would help to support more people in communities across Scotland.

Rest in peace, Gary 💙💚

15/08/2025

We often talk about budgeting and saving as if it’s just about numbers. But when life feels heavy, even opening a bill can send one spiralling.

The smallest tasks become overwhelming. Spending turns into coping. Financial decisions stop feeling rational.

If this feels familiar, or you know someone who’s there now, it’s worth a read or reaching out for advice 👇

Many people don't open up about their money worries, which can create shame, loneliness and an impact on mental health. Learn more about getting support.

14/08/2025

💭 “Am I disabled enough?” That’s the question too many people ask when applying for Adult Disability Payment (ADP) in Scotland.

Living with mental illness can affect daily life, but when your condition is not visible, it’s easy to doubt whether you deserve support.

Here’s what’s often misunderstood about ADP:
👉 You don’t need a diagnosis
👉 You don’t have to be out of work
👉 And you don’t need to call yourself 'disabled'

Read to find out how mental health impacts the ADP process and how the right support can make a real difference 👇

Adult Disability Payment (ADP) helps many, but for people with mental illness the process can be challenging. This piece shares insight and needed changes.

13/08/2025

🎉 Our first 8-week block of Resilience workshops in Tayside is nearly complete!

Positive feedback from participants explored self-awareness and motivation to community connection and purpose.

Each session combined activities, reflection and local community engagement, helping people build confidence and strengthen their self-awareness.

💬 “It’s good to talk and be listened to.”
💬 “I liked the discussions about what mattered to us and our own purposes.”

📣 Good news: one more block will run later this year! If you live in or near Perth and would like to join, self-referrals are now open.

📩 Get in touch to find out more 👇
https://changemh.org/resilience/

12/08/2025

Across the world, young people are creating safe spaces for one another, using technology not just to scroll but to support and reshaping how we understand mental health.

They deserve to be seen as partners, creators and leaders. They're not passengers, they're in the driving seat. It's important to recognise co-production is vital in shaping what *they* want to learn and how we can provide it.

If you work with young people, care for one or want to better understand their world, this is a good place to start 👇
https://changemh.org/young-people/

11/08/2025

“There is such a stigma around voices and psychosis that many people are sometimes scared to admit they have them. It doesn’t help when people who hear voices are often portrayed as crazy or dangerous."

Our Hearing Voices Outreach Worker in Fife, Lee, spoke to The Courier UK following the 30th anniversary of the service about her own voices and how she uses lived experience to support people with their voices, schizophrenia, psychosis and bipolar.

From first hearing voices to hospital admissions to helping others, Lee says: "Just talking to others who will listen and know what they are going through makes a big difference."

We are very lucky to have Lee supporting people in the Fife community when they need it most, with care and compassion 💙

Read the story 👇

Lee Hutton is now an outreach worker for the Hearing Voices service in Fife where she supports people with mental health conditions like psychosis, bipolar and schizophrenia.

11/08/2025

🌟 GLOW Edinburgh returns this October!

Last year, nearly 100 of you showed up. This year, we want to go bigger! Join us for this hugely atmospheric 20km night walk 🚶‍♀️

Light up the city for mental health and help us keep community mental health services thriving.

Sign up today 👇
https://buff.ly/dffBIE5

08/08/2025

"Mental health awareness and support has never been more in need. Change Mental Health has truly made a difference in our area."

Melissa, and her friend Dony, have organised a full day of fun and laughter in Alness, taking place this Sunday in Alness in memory of her two brothers while raising funds for Change Mental Health.

The day will include a family fun day from 12-5pm, with a fun run, tug-of-war, face painters, mascots, stalls and live music. A comedy evening will take place from 7-9pm.

💙 If you're around this weekend and local, pop by and show your support. A huge, heartfelt thank you to all involved for arranging this spectacular day.

📆 RSVP and find out more 👇
https://buff.ly/m48w4h3

07/08/2025

🎈 We're delighted to have been awarded Awards for All funding by The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland for our Hearing Voices service in Perth & Kinross!

An award of £20,000 means we can continue to support more people who hear voices and experience sensory disturbance, while enabling communities to thrive.

Read more about the service 👇
https://buff.ly/idOXWlS

06/08/2025

Midweek runs. Unforgiving weather. The days that test your resolve.

Running for a cause, for something bigger than yourself and your personal best, gives every step a reason.

If you’re already out there putting in the effort, let it count for something that changes lives.

💛 Sign up for the Edinburgh Men’s 10K and run for Change Mental Health 👇
https://www.mens10k.com/charity/change-mental-health/