MAK Community Care Ltd

05/08/2025

🎨 CALLING ALL CREATIVES! 🧠💧

We’re launching a T-Shirt Design Competition inspired by our much-loved phrase “Dips Not Distance” — and we want YOUR designs! 🌊

Whether you’re a sketchbook scribbler, digital artist, or creative dreamer, this is your chance to help us celebrate connection, inclusion, and the joy of dipping. 💙

👕 How to Enter: 👚

Design something inspired by “Dips Not Distance”
Send it to hello@mentalhealthswims.co.uk
Include your name + (optional) explanation
🗓️ Deadline: 31st August 2025
📍 Open to UK residents (under-18s need parental permission)
🎁 Prizes:
🏆 Your design turned into merch by a pro designer
👕 A tee with your art
📢 Social shout-out
💖 Warm fuzzy feelings

Let your creativity flow and be part of something meaningful. We can’t wait to see what you come up with! 🌊💫

Read more… mentalhealthswims.co.uk/dips-not-distance-t-shirt-competition-2025

30/07/2025

At MAK Community Care Ltd, we believe that friendship is at the heart of wellbeing. This International Day of Friendship, we're celebrating the connections that bring comfort, joy, and belonging to the people we support.

Friendship helps build trust, reduce isolation, and create inclusive communities where everyone feels valued. Whether it's a friendly chat over tea, a shared activity, or a simple gesture of kindness, every connection matters.

Here’s how we’ll be marking the day:

🤝 Encouraging new friendships across our homes

🎉 Hosting group activities to bring people together

📞 Reaching out to loved ones near and far

💬 Sharing messages of kindness and support

🌸 Check out the flowers that have been planted by a group of friends to celebrate the day together!

Let’s use this day to appreciate the friendships that brighten our lives and make space for new connections to grow.

27/07/2025

🌿 Understanding Empathy in Mental Health Care 🌿
At MAK Community Care Ltd, we believe that empathy is more than just a feeling—it's a powerful tool that shapes the way we support those in our care.
Empathy means truly listening, genuinely understanding, and compassionately responding to the emotional experiences of others. In mental health, this can be the difference between someone feeling isolated and someone feeling seen, heard, and valued.
💬 Whether it's a quiet moment of reassurance, a shared laugh, or simply being present without judgment—empathy builds trust, fosters healing, and reminds our clients that they are not alone.
To all our dedicated team members: thank you for leading with heart. Your empathy is the foundation of the safe, supportive spaces we create every day. 💙

27/07/2025

Our mental health services remain open to anyone who needs us during industrial action. If you need support or advice, please contact NHS 111 option 2. https://www.lpft.nhs.uk/contact-us/need-help-now

Should you have any other health concerns you should visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111, and in emergencies, please call 999.

26/07/2025

Free Cardiac Screenings for 14 – 35 year-olds
Wednesday 27th & Thursday 28th August
Bishop Grosseteste University

In memory of Mike Harper 1997-2024

We’re proud to share that Bishop Grosseteste University has provided space on campus for 2 days of free cardiac screenings. The family of Mike have asked us to share this with all of our students and our local community.

Mike’s parents Roy & Tracy Harper want anyone aged 14-35 to have the opportunity of free cardiac screening, in partnership with Cardiac Risk in the Young - CRY.

Please see attached further details on how to reserve your place.

The parent perspective is that ‘if Mike had been screened, he would probably have been with us today. We don't want anyone else to lose anybody in this cruel and shocking way. Increased awareness and screening can only help.’

For more information about Mike - proud Lincolnian, Imps Fan, footballer and runner, here's a link to his memorial page https://bit.ly/3TY1pc0

Book your place: https://bit.ly/4m6letu

25/07/2025

🧠💙 National Schizophrenia Awareness Day | July 25th 💙🧠
Today, we stand in solidarity with the millions of people affected by schizophrenia. This complex mental health condition is often misunderstood, yet it affects 1 in 100 people worldwide.

At MAK Community Care we believe in breaking the stigma, fostering understanding, and supporting those living with schizophrenia and their families. 💬✨
🔹 Schizophrenia is not a split personality. 🔹 With the right support, people with schizophrenia can lead fulfilling lives.

Let’s use today to educate, empathise, and advocate. Together, we can create a world where mental health is treated with the same compassion and urgency as physical health.

💬 “Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery.” – J.K. Rowling

23/07/2025

Putting Self-Care at the Heart of Everyday Life 🌿

At MAK Community Care Ltd, we believe self-care is more than a buzzword – it’s a vital part of building healthier, more resilient lives.

Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as:
✨ Taking a few minutes to check in with yourself
🥗 Choosing nourishing food
🧠 Talking openly about mental health
🚶‍♀️ Getting some fresh air and movement
🩺 Learning how to manage your health at home

Across our services, we encourage the people we support to build small, meaningful self-care habits into their daily routines – because little steps can lead to big changes.

Self-care is about empowerment. It’s about recognising your needs, making informed choices, and taking action to protect your physical and emotional wellbeing.

Whether it’s helping someone build confidence, manage stress, or take more control of their care, we’re here to support every step of the way.

🧡 MAK Community Care – Supporting people, empowering lives.

18/07/2025

Big welcome to our 7 new support team members – Otto, Comfort, Eyo, Ekene, Abiola, Daniel and Tracy! 👏🏻

This photo was taken during their induction. They’ve just completed Mental Health Awareness training and also had a really powerful visit from one of the people we support, who shared their story with the group.

You’ll also spot Bruna and Emily in the photo from ASC Training who’ve been leading the induction.

The team are now in their second week and will soon be out and about supporting on their own – we can’t wait to see the difference they’ll make.

Welcome to MAK Community Care Ltd – we’re so glad to have you on board! 🌟

13/07/2025

🔥 Hot Weather! Stay Cool & Safe 🔥

As the temperatures soar, let’s all take extra care of ourselves and one another. Here are some simple ways to beat the heat:

💧 Stay Hydrated – Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
🌳 Find Shade – Stay out of direct sunlight whenever possible.
👕 Dress Smart – Wear loose, light-coloured clothing to keep cool.
💞 Check In – Keep an eye out for each other

At MAK Community Care, we’re here to support you. Let’s stay safe, stay cool, and look out for one another. ❤️

12/07/2025

Did you know you can nominate your Favourite staff for wards?

08/07/2025

Very interesting read x

https://www.theminiadhdcoach.com/living-with-adhd/adhd-and-grief?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLZqqJjbGNrAtmqlmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeH50Eh5-xmVbDlmoCGLa9pl43XsojWg7lLCH-escxQ2Zjm2bkbT03ZNcNkRg_aem_ZzO_vjkEMiaXCCSiQW3vog

Navigating grief with ADHD? This article will help you realize unique challenges and tackle misconceptions - like what's 'wrong' in grieving - to guide your healing.

06/07/2025

If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call 111 and select the mental health option.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/