Mind in West Essex

10/09/2025

We provide a free Peer Support service for adults who are experiencing mental health challenges. They work with dedicated peer support workers, who have lived experience of something similar, to help each other.

If you're interested in joining the service, or would like to volunteer as a peer support worker, you can find out more here: https://www.mindinwestessex.org.uk/services/community-services/peer-support-services/

09/09/2025

Thanks again to the legends at Hammond and Smith who laced up the football boots for mental health last week. Their Hammond vs Smith charity football game and family fun day raised an incredible £1,109 for us!

We dropped by to see the team (and admire Jonjo's trophy) this afternoon. A heartfelt thank you from us to everyone who supported the day in any way.

And our congratulations to Team Hammond on claiming the bragging rights on the day. Better luck next year, Team Smith! 💙🤝

08/09/2025

Some of our staff met at our new Harlow home, Mind Sanctuary, today to see the progress of works and start planning for moving in!

The site – the former Osler House GP surgery in Potter Street – has been extensively renovated and work will be finished soon.

The renovation has ranged from replacing the roof and windows to electrical and plumbing work, with carpeting among the next steps.

Almost 18 months after getting the keys to the building, we can't wait to start getting settled in soon - watch this space for more updates!

03/09/2025

Want to understand mental health better? We're here for you. Learn how to manage your mental health, and gain skills and knowledge to support others, with our range of training.

Our upcoming workshops include:

Complex Mental Health and Personality Disorders
📆3 October, 12.30pm-3.30pm
📍Uttlesford Community Hub, Dunmow
✅ Understand complex mental health conditions and self-harm, explore stigma and learn how you can support recovery.

Equity and Inclusion
📆14 October, 10am-1pm
📍Uttlesford Community Hub, Dunmow
✅ Build an understanding of the importance of fairness and inclusivity in the workplace and wider society.

Qualified MHFAider® (4-day course, half-day sessions)
📆 20, 22, 27 and 29 October, 9am-1pm, 9am-1pm
📍 Uttlesford Community Hub, Dunmow
✅ Train as a Mental Health First Aider, certified for 3 years with access to ongoing benefits like resources, learning and 24/7 support.

Trauma & Recovery Awareness
📆 21 October, 9.30am-12.30pm
📍Uttlesford Community Hub, Dunmow
✅ Learn about brain development and how this impacts behaviour and life chances. This session is ideal for people who work in helping professions.

The Mental Health Toolkit: The Essentials
📆 11 November, 9.30am-1pm
📍 Wellbeing Hub, Bush Fair, Harlow
✅ The foundation for workplace wellbeing, introducing you to the Mental Health Continuum and the Emotional Needs & Resources approach.

Su***de First Aid Lite
📆26 November, 9.30am-1pm
📍Uttlesford Community Hub, Dunmow
✅ Gain skills to have a conversation with someone who may be thinking about su***de and signpost them to appropriate help using a first-aid approach.

🔗👉 Find out more and book your place here: MentalHealthTraining.org.uk/events/

02/09/2025

📣 Calling local businesses! Want to show your support for mental health in your community?

🏅 We're looking for corporate sponsors for Mental Elf 2025! Event, route, goodie bag and medal sponsor packages are available.

❄If you'd like to partner with us for this day of festive family fun for a great cause, get in touch today! Find out more here: MindInWestEssex.org.uk/shop/mental-elf-fun-run-2025/

01/09/2025

Our West Essex Children and Young People Mental Health Support Team have been working with pupils over summer to help them get the best start in secondary school.

They held a new 2-day workshop called Think & Thrive at Passmores Academy, Burnt Mill Academy and Sir Frederick Gibberd College for joining Year 7 pupils.

The team shared coping strategies and how to problem solve, helping pupils to understand our thought patterns and think about things that are (and aren’t) in our control.

We’re hoping to bring the workshop to more schools across West Essex in the future!

30/08/2025

Tomorrow! ⚽️💙 Join us for a family fun day with Hammond and Smith in support of mental health.

Exhibition match, bouncy castle, face painting, raffle, food, bar and more - all while raising funds for your local Mind. Don't miss it!

Family fun day tomorrow
Sunday 31 August
2-6pm
@ Fyfield Sports Academy

⚽️ Hammond v. Smith 11-a-side match at 3pm
🍔 food by Katsu Queen
🍻 Sports bar
🍦 ice creams by Andy Whippy
🏰 bouncy castle and penalty shoot out
🧚 The Fairytale Face Painter painter from 3.30pm

All money raised to go to the amazing charity that is Mind in West Essex

We hope to see you there 🙌🥳

26/08/2025

We have positions available to join our Sanctuary Team. We are looking for 2 Coordinators and 1 person to join as a Support Worker.

Please head over to our website for a full job descriptions/ benefits of working with us and an application form.

https://www.mindinwestessex.org.uk/vacancies/

Good Luck 🤞

25/08/2025

Mental Elf is coming to town! Tickets are now on sale - get yours today for an Eager Elf discount (limited time only)

Join us for a day of family fun at our festive fun run for mental health! It's going to be a cracker of a day:

❄ Walk, jog or run the 5km course
❄ Children's activities
❄ Costume and fundraising prizes
❄ Raffles
❄ Mental Elf medal for taking part...and more!

Tickets: MindInWestEssex.org.uk/shop/mental-elf-fun-run-2025/
(Don't forget your festive fancy dress!)

19/08/2025

Last chance - applications close tomorrow!
👉 MindInWestEssex.org.uk/vacancies

Last chance - apply by Wednesday (20th August)!

Looking for a rewarding new role?

Mind in West Essex is looking for a friendly, reliable individual to work as part of a small team to support wellbeing and community activities for service personnel and their families.

As our Armed Forces Families Support Worker, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for military families at the Carver Barracks.

Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/dtjm7ME