We want parents/carers to help shape our mental health strategy. We have launched a consultation to ensure residents’ lived experience and valuable insights are considered. The first phase is a short survey that will take just five minutes. You can…
Join this 3.5 hour online SPEAK training, which provides in-depth knowledge around suicide prevention and how to have a conversation with someone considering suicide with the aim of keeping them safe for now. Date: Thurs 20 March 9.30am – 1pm This…
Self-Care Week an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self-care across communities, families and generations. This year’s theme set by the Self Care Forum charity is ‘Mind & Body’. The theme supports our Well Newham values,…
The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH) recently delivered a lesson aimed at tackling myths and misconceptions around autism. These are just as relevant for adults as they are for children and young people. Some of us may…
Come along to our 16 Days of Action events! Newham is proud to support the global 16 Days of Activism movement focused on raising awareness of violence against women and girls. Our local priority is to challenge domestic abuse experienced…
B. organises coffee mornings to empower women and improve their mental health. Her support group fosters a sense of community, providing a safe space for women from diverse backgrounds to connect, find strength, and encourage personal growth. By collaborating with…
June has lived in Newham for 77 years, and has always been involved in working and volunteering in the borough: n the past, she has also worked at the council and at a sexual health clinic. She now spends her…
Kathy has lived and worked in Newham for over 43 years – primarily in early years education and later in mental health support. After retiring, she began suffering from anxiety and depression; seeking a way to help herself and others,…
Men’s Mental Health: A Silent StruggleWe all know someone who is struggling with their mental health. In Newham, where mental health issues have been on the rise, statistics reveal that nearly one in four people experience mental health struggles. Yet,…
