Elmsbrook Wellbeing Page

01/07/2022

15/06/2022

For most people the answer would be never.

Try to see in yourself what others see in you.

02/01/2022

We get so good at hiding how we are feeling that it almost becomes 2nd nature.

It's time to stop hiding, it's OK to not be OK, you just need to say that you are not OK. Help and support is all around you, just reach out and tell someone how you really feel.

03/11/2021

This course explores the challenges of working from home and solutions with a particular focus on the importance of managing our wellbeing.

03/11/2021

https://www.actionforhappiness.org/november

New ways November from Action for Happiness

10/10/2021

It's World Mental Health Day.

Just like physical health, metal wellbeing spans a variety issues, each needing very different levels of care.

For younger people suffering with poor mental health, Bicester has a wonderful service called Nais House.

Based in Garth Park they offer 1-2-1 support for youngsters to regularly to talk through their emotional and mental health needs.

They also give help to families and friends, helping them to understand more about the challenges the person they love are facing.

If you, or someone you care about, is struggling with their mental health, get in touch with Nais House on 07437 497697.

For more information, go to www.naishouse.org.uk/

01/10/2021

Sorry we've been a bit quiet recently - life has been getting in the way! See this months Action for Happiness calendar, as shared by Bicester Green!

It's Optimistic October - we love this!

Just about to have a tea break and our volunteers are going to write down three things they can look forward to this month.

Our three are:
The Women's Tour Grand Depart on Monday 4th October.

Meeting even more of the wonderful Bicester Community

Refurbishing more laptops and devices for the Getting Oxfordshire Online project and getting them to those most in need.

09/09/2021

Friday 10th September marks World Su***de Prevention day. A difficult topic but one which we all need to be more open and honest about. There are many resources available, with links listed below. If you would like more information or support, please contact one of the Mental Health First Aiders.

If anyone hasn't heard of Matt Haig, he's a brilliant author and is very open about his own experiences of mental health and su***de
http://www.matthaig.com/reasons-to-stay-alive/

https://uksobs.org/
https://www.samaritans.org/
https://www.iasp.info/wspd2021/

How you can take part On September 10th, join with us and many others across the world who are playing their part in the prevention of su***de.

17/05/2021

Bereavement is a such a difficult process to go through and talk about. The links below may provide some insight into bereavement, helping not only those experiencing loss, but also helping those trying to support others.

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https://www.dyingmatters.org/page/dying-matters-podcast-seasons-2-and-3

Gary Andrews, whose wife died suddenly from sepsis last year, shares his life through his drawings.