Homeless Alliance Response Team - HART

20/05/2023

Good morning everyone, it's Saturday, the sun is shining and it's World Bee Day today!

Did you know?

The vast majority of pollinator species are wild, including more than 20,000 species of bees.

Pollinators contribute to 35 percent of the world’s total crop production, pollinating 87 of 115 leading food crops worldwide.

Close to 75 percent of the world’s crops producing fruits and seeds for human use depend, at least in part, on pollinators.

In many areas, bees, pollinators and many other insects are declining in abundance and diversity.

Our food security, nutrition and the health of our environment depend on bees and pollinators.

Everyone can make a difference to support, restore and enhance the role of bees and pollinators.

So next time you pick up that newspaper, please think twice!

06/05/2023

Congratulations to King Charles III and Queen Camilla

05/05/2023

Best wishes to King Charles III and the Queen Consort

01/05/2023

30/04/2023

Happy Bank Holiday everybody, we hope you are all having some
quality time - despite the great British weather!

Well can you believe that it's Day 30 and the final day of our support for Stress Awareness Month and what a month it has been.

If you've found it useful and would like to look back at the points we've been making then here's the link: https://www.stress.org.uk/.../April-30-Day-Challenge...

Lastly but by no means least here are today's tips, thank you:

Physical - Your body is the only one that you’ll get, treat it better and it will reward you. Feed, water and let it out once in a while – change things up to keep it guessing!

Mental – Complete our Individual Stress Test to see if your score has improved over the past 30 days!

Emotional – Take a moment to check in and look inwards. How are you feeling now your 30-day challenge is complete? What are you looking forward to from the next 30 days?

Remember to be kind to yourself and others: you’re only here to do the very best you can… that’s it!

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

29/04/2023

Day 29 is here and it's the penultimate day of our support for Stress Awareness Month, as always we hope these help:

Physical – Why not try and learn a new breathing technique to help you slow down and unwind?

Mental – Meditate: there are many different types, try a few out and at least one will work for you. No-one can tell you if you’re doing it right, you can be guided but you’ll figure it out yourself – the way you do it is the right way!

Emotional – If you’re in a position to do so, pick your favourite charity and make a donation. No matter how small, every contribution has the ability to make a big difference!

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

28/04/2023

And so here we are; it’s Friyay, it’s Bank Holiday weekend and it’s day 28 of our support for Stress Awareness Month. We hope you have found it at the very least interesting and if you have found it useful then that has to be a good thing doesn’t it and if you’d like to send us your feedback that would be great!

Physical – Have you ever thought about buying a plant for your room? Adding a bit of green is good for our health and brightens up our space!

Mental – Is there a hobby or activity that you’ve always wanted to try? Why not find out more and sign yourself up to some sessions!

Emotional – Thank a friend or someone close to you for the benefits that they bring into your life.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

27/04/2023

Only a few more days to go and it’s Day 27 of our Stress Awareness Month. It’s important to remember that stress can manifest itself in many ways but you are not alone, we are always here to talk and there are also a lot of other organisations out there too:

Physical – Make a note of the support resources available to you:

• CALM Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (daily, 5pm to midnight) Website: www.thecalmzone.net
• Mental Health Foundation Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
• Mind Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm) Website: www.mind.org.uk
• PAPYRUS Phone: HOPElineUK 0800 068 4141 (9am to midnight, every day of the year) Website: www.papyrus-uk.org
• Rethink Mental Illness Phone: 0300 5000 927 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm) Website: www.rethink.org
• Samaritans Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline) Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
• SANE Textcare: comfort and care via text message, sent when the person needs it most: www.sane.org.uk/textcare Peer support forum: www.sane.org.uk/supportforum Website: www.sane.org.uk/support
• YoungMinds Phone: Parents' helpline 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm) Website: www.youngminds.org.uk

Mental – Smiling can alter our brain chemistry and make us feel happier. It is also infectious so smile at someone you pass and kickstart a chain reaction!

Emotional – Pet a dog! Giving attention to our furry friends’ releases Oxytocin, the love hormone.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

26/04/2023

Only a few more days to go and we are at Day 26 of our support for Stress Awareness Month:

Physical – Why not trade that sugary snack for a piece of fruit and help towards your 5 a day!

Mental – Ikigai is a Japanese word for the thing that is your reason for being and the thing that gets up in the morning. Have you found your Ikigai? Take this free survey to find out! Visit https://ikigaisurvey.questionpro.com/

Emotional – Take the time to think about the mental state of those around you and identify who may be struggling. Does anyone come to mind and if so, what can you do to help?

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

25/04/2023

Day 25 of our support for Stress Awareness Month is here and as always we hope you find it interesting reading:

Physical – You’re never too old to get creative! Try a creative activity today, whether it’s writing, crafting, baking, cooking or photography – the worlds your oyster!

Mental – Create a jar for your happy memories and add them as you go along. At the end of the year, you can open the jar and remind yourself of all the wonderful things that happened and what you achieved.

Emotional – If you’re in a position to do so, donate some supplies to your local food bank. Unsure of what to give? Most food banks have a website with details on their stock levels and the items they need most. It’s always useful to check beforehand to ensure that your donation makes the most impact.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

24/04/2023

It’s the final week of our support for Stress Awareness Month and we hope you’ve found these tips useful – here’s Day 24’s:

Physical – Clean and organise your workspace / room for the busy week ahead. A useful tip is to start with what you see around you and gradually increase your circle of influence.

Mental – Why not stimulate a different part of your brain and try learning a new language? There are plenty of fantastic language apps including Duolingo, MemRise, Babbel, Hello Talk… iPuedes hacerlo!

Emotional – Send a motivational text to someone that you know is struggling.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

23/04/2023

How did that happen? Sunday already?!

If you've had one of those weekends that seems to have all been a bit of a blur maybe it's time to pause for thought. Day 23 of our Support for Stress Awareness Month and here's some tips for you:

Physical - Green therapy: if you have a garden, go outside – if not, use your exercise time wisely and plan a route where you can get a nature fix – green is good!

Mental – Perform a random act of kindness for someone around you. You’ll be surprised about how much a little act can impact upon someone’s day.

Emotional – Take some time to reflect on the past week and the one ahead. What were the positives? What challenged you? What did you overcome? What do you hope to achieve in the upcoming
week?

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

22/04/2023

Stuck for something to do this Saturday? Take a look at Day 22 of our support for Stress Awareness Month, this could keep you busy:

Physical – In need of a relaxing activity to wind down ready for the weekend? Try the stress.org colouring book, created by the amazingly talented Sam Antolik. Available athttps://www.stress.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Stress-Relief-AdultColouring-Book-©-Sam-Antolik-2020.-All-rights-reserved.pdf

Mental – Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while. A call or text can make someone’s day!

Emotional – Think of 3 things good things which have happened to you over the week.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

21/04/2023

Friday is here and that makes it Day 21 of our support for Stress Awareness Month. Unfortunately some of you may not have that ‘Friday Feeling’ and if that’s the case then we hope today’s tips will help:

Physical – Here are some of the best stress-busting activities:
• Practicing mindfulness
• Being outside in nature
• Getting a good nights sleep
• Staying well hydrated
• Making time for fun and laughter
• Aerobic exercise
• Unplugging from digital devices Pick one for your mid-week activity!

Mental – Take yourself on a 10-minute holiday to de-stress. The power of the brain is amazing, and this nifty little trick is perfect for helping you to relax. Listen to Neil and explore this activity at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hNcWDMtY_Y

Emotional – Find a quiet spot and write a letter to your future self.

Thank you and we hope you all have a lovely weekend.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

20/04/2023

Good morning everyone, here we are at Day 20 of our support for Stress Awareness Month and maybe it’s time for a detox?

Physical – Try the stress.org digital detox tally to work out the impact that technology has on your life. If the number of ‘YES’ responses outweighs the ‘NO’s, it’s worth reflecting on your score and identifying any elements that can be changed. Digital-Detox-©-International-Wellbeing-Insights-2020.pdf (stress.org.uk)

Mental – Try a simple grounding exercise to get your Thursday off to a good start. Can you name:
- 5 things you can see
- 4 things you can hear
- 3 things you can touch
- 2 things you can smell
- 1 thing you can taste

Emotional – If you’re feeling a little blue, remember that you are the sky and your emotions are the weather. You can acknowledge and accept them, without making them part of who you are. For example, instead of saying “I’m Sad”, learn to say “I feel sad”.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/

19/04/2023

Good morning everyone, halfway through the week or halfway to the weekend, whichever way you look at it we hope your week is above all going in the right direction.

It’s also Day 19 of our support for Stress Awareness Month and on the off chance you’ve hit the odd bump, we hope these tips will help you:

Physical – Get up and do some quick short bursts of activity to get the blood pumping. Why not try: - 30 star jumps - 1 minute of high knees - 15 burpees - 30 seconds of skipping

Mental – The Stress Management Society’s Founder and Chief De-Stressing Officer, Neil Shah, has written a stress[1]busting book.
The steps of his 10-Step Stress Solution include:
- Prioritize your health
- Get a good night’s sleep
- Don’t be a slave to technology
- Learn to say ‘no’
- Get moving to combat stress
- Adopt a positive mindset
- Master your time
- Practice deep breathing
- Stay hydrated
- Eat for wellbeing and NOT for stress
You can find out more about this on their website at www.stress.org.uk.

Emotional – Are you holding any grudges? Is there anything in life that you regret or would change if you had the chance? Take a moment to think about this and then let go of anything that is weighing you down. Life is a journey and we’re only moving forwards.

Source: https://www.stress.org.uk/national-stress-awareness-month/