The NEST

22/09/2025

I will be at The Hub At Westhoughton tomorrow, 10:00am - 11:00am
☕️ Come and have a brew with me ☕️

16/09/2025

Good Morning Everyone.

What is with this weather? Grey skies and rain doesn't really bring joy but as I was driving over to Westhoughton from Bolton, I saw the most beautiful rainbows.

Sometimes its looking through the glum and seeing the joy...

I will be at The Hub At Westhoughton 10:00-11:00 today.

You can reply to this post, drop me a dm or email me on rebecca.campbell@mhist.co.uk to get in touch.

09/09/2025

If you are interested in being involved in The NEST, contact me on Rebecca.campbell@mhist.co.uk or call the office on 01204 527200
*Booking Is Essential*

02/09/2025

The new Bolton Family Hubs guide is available!

Here’s the site details: www.boltonstartwell.org.uk

Unfortunately we have been advertised as running on a Monday. Just to confirm to all this group is ran on a TUESDAY.

If you wish to book on please email me Rebecca.Campbell@mhist.co.uk

Booking is essential!!

02/09/2025

The school holidays are over.

For some its a welcoming time after a busy and chaotic half term.
For others it could be a daunting and scary season.

Are you exhausted, feeling anxious, feeling over stimulated, just need to have a chat in a safe space?

Drop me an email at rebecca.campbell@mhist.co.uk and get you booked into The NEST (booking is essential)

Lets talk it through......

The Hub At Westhoughton
MhIST Mental Health Independent Support Team

29/08/2025

🧘‍♀️ Take a moment for yourself… 🌿

Join Susan Wood as she shares simple relaxation techniques to help manage stress and bring more peace into your daily life. 💙

📅 Tuesday 2nd September 2025
🕑 2.30pm – 3.30pm
📍 The Well, Trafford Street, Farnworth, BL4 7PQ

✨ This is a FREE event for anyone aged 18+ – all are welcome!

Come along, unwind, and learn ways to support a more peaceful, balanced lifestyle. 🌸

26/08/2025

MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Subject: Emergency Alert System Testing 7th September 2025

The UK Government's Emergency Alert System will be tested on Sunday, 7th September 2025 at 3:00 PM BST. We are aware of concerns about its potential impact on domestic abuse victims, particularly those with concealed phones. Please see below the key risks for domestic abuse victims, and information on opting out.

Key Risks for Domestic Abuse Victims
• Loud alerts: The test will trigger a siren-like sound and vibration on mobile phones for about 10 seconds, even if the device is on silent
• Hidden devices: For survivors who keep a concealed phone for safety or emergency contact, this alert could expose the device’s presence to an abuser
• Technology-facilitated abuse: There are concerns that alerts could be misused by abusers to detect hidden phones, adding to the growing issue of technology-facilitated abuse

Further details and instructions on how to opt out can be found via the following links:

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/emergency-alert-test-frequently-asked-questions

https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

25/08/2025

25/08/2025

Join a free Solihull Group 'Understanding Your Child' course 👇

✔ Gain a deeper understanding of child development: play, communication, emotions and parenting styles.
✔ 10 week course - 2 hours each week (same day, time, and venue each week).
✔ All families with children under the age of 3 years welcome.
✔ All welcome - whether your are navigating new experiences or simply curious to learn new skills.
✔ Free to attend.

Course begin again in September and October 2026 - as shown below.

To find out more or book, email: familiestogether445@gmail.com or call 07514 484157

Bright Meadows Family Hub
Greenroyd Ave, BL2 5DD
Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Starts: 16th September

Harvey Family Hub
Shaw Street, BL3 6HU
Wednesdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Starts: 17th September

Farnworth Family Hub
King Street, BL4 7AP
Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Starts: 2nd October

Oxford Grove Family Hub
Shepherd Cross Street, BL1 3BH
Fridays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Starts: 10th October

12/08/2025

🌸 Some of our groups are taking a short break – here’s when they’ll be back! 🌸

📅 Keeping Grounded – Back Thursday 28th August
📅 Sounds Good Workshops – Back Friday 29th August
📅 Mindfulness – Back Monday 1st September
📅 Choir – Back Monday 15th September

We look forward to seeing you when sessions return! 💛

12/08/2025

Safer Sleep For Babies is coming up TOMORROW.....
Preparing To Breastfeed is coming up on THURSDAY....

09/08/2025

Unsure how to use your Universal Credit Journal?
Come along…..

📣 New or Unsure of how to use your Universal Credit Journal?
Join us for a FREE session designed to help you feel more confident using your Universal Credit Journal.

🗓 Date: 11th August 2025
🕑 Time: 2:00PM – 3:00PM
📍 Location: 1st Floor, Moorland House, 116 Bark Street, Bolton, BL1 2AX

💻 Whether you're just starting out or need a refresher, this session offers hands-on support including:
✔️ Creating & accessing your account
✔️ Navigating the interface
✔️ Adding & updating entries
✔️ Checking payments

📞 For more info: 01204 527200
📧 christine.makinson@mhist.co.uk