Worthing Rethink Mental Health

21/08/2025

We currently have 203 followers. Each and everyone of you are welcome to attend any of our meetings. We host three meetings were venting is encouraged and we understand why you need the release. We understand because we are all mental health carers and we just get it.

*Evening Meetings at Meadowfield Hospital*
On the FOURTH Monday of the month (unless there is a bank holiday involved) from 7pm to 9pm. We try to have guest speakers from the mental health service or associated charities.

*Drop-In Meetings at The Happy Teapot (opposite Worthing Library)*
On the FIRST Wednesday of the month, from 10:30am to 1pm. You can drop-in for as little as 5 minutes for the whole duration and any point in between. The choice is yours. The food and tea is great too.

*Online Meetings*
Held on the second Monday of the month from 7pm to no later than 9pm. The duration of this meeting is flexible and is dependant on how many attend and the issues that they bring with them.

All our meetings are conducted with respect to everyone, no matter their background.

If you want to know more, contact me (Mark) on 07763 082094 or send an email to WorthingCarersGroup@Rethink.org

16/08/2025

Just a reminder that our Evening Meeting at Meadowfield Hospital (normally on the fourth Monday of the month) will be on THIS Monday due to the Bank Holiday.

We have Mark Ramage, Clinical Psychiatrist, as our guest speaker talking about the new Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams.

For more information call me, Mark, on 07763 082094.

24/07/2025

For anyone going to the Worthing Lions Summer Festival this weekend do stop at our stall on the seafront and say "hello". It would really mean a lot to us if you did, lifting our spirits as few stop as we aren't selling anything and we talk about mental health (which I think scares people).

23/07/2025

It is with much sadness that I was informed of the death of Val Bolt, who was one of our first carers back 10 years ago when we first started.

Val was always passionate about holding organisations to account. When they said that they would do something by a date, she would call them on that date to ask them why it hadn't been done.

Thank you for your support, Val. Rest in peace.

Dedicated to the memory of Valerie Bolt

14/07/2025

Just a quick reminder that our online meeting is tonight at 7pm. If you want to join do contact me by email (WorthingCarersGroup@Rethink.org) or by phone (07763 082094).

We are a mental health carers group, run by mental health carers. So, if that is you do get in contact.

03/07/2025

Here is a chance to help with mental health research for carers. Do engage with them if you can. 😃

23/06/2025

☀️ Heatwaves can be difficult for those of us living with mental illness.

🌡️ They can affect our energy, mood and make it harder for us to sleep.

Share this post so that people can get tips on how to manage as the weather heats up 👉 https://bit.ly/3HJdsqt

23/06/2025

Just a reminder that tonight (Monday 23rd June) we are holding our Evening Meeting at Meadowfield. No guest speaker tonight, however, it means it will be all support. Do come along for a friendly chat about mental health without judgment. Just understanding and acceptance.

Meadowfield Hospital at 7pm. Ask for Mark in the Fern Suite (inside reception and hard left).

09/06/2025

If you or your loved ones receive PIP you should watch this short video.

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05/06/2025

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03/06/2025

Tomorrow (Wednesday 4th June) we will be hosting our drop-in meeting at The Happy Teapot Café (opposite Worthing Library). We will be there from 10:30am to 1pm.

This is intended as an easy way to learn more about Worthing Rethink. This means you can arrive at any time between those times and stay for as long as you like.

When you arrive you can ask for Mark. We will be towards the back of the café.

30/04/2025

Really good guest speakers on last Monday evening. Two speakers from West Sussex NHS Talking Therapies. Some advice on how carers can look after themselves. Their handouts will be available on this Friday's newsletter, so if you would like to receive these do DM us and we can add your email address to the distribution list. You can then cancel anytime either by DM, email or phone. No questions asked (apart from who you are and what your email is).

NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies helps adults suffering with mild to moderate anxiety and depression, providing a range of talking therapies and other treatments.