Keep up to date with all things Solent Mind with announcements, articles, blogs and community events.
To mark Time to Talk Day on Thursday 5 February, Solent Mind is highlighting the importance of talking and connecting with others to support positive wellbeing.
Read moreFrom 1 February 2026 Solent Mind’s Portsmouth Peer Support Service, currently run from the Wellbeing Centre in Arundel Street, is changing.
Read moreAs we head into a new year, we want to ensure we can continue to be there for people in Hampshire who need our help, and we cannot do that without the incredible support of our many fundraisers.
Read moreStudioTwenty3 brought together more than 80 members, friends and coaches to collectively lift over 1 million kilograms in weight, raising more than £2,500 for Solent Mind.
Read moreMore than £10,000 was raised in support of mental health at Solent Mind’s ‘Mental Elf’ fun run.
Read moreHere are the opening times for all our mental health and wellbeing services for Christmas 2025.
Read moreEarlier this month, Solent Mind’s supporters and stakeholders joined us for our Annual Celebration Event.
Read moreOur annual quiz night fundraiser was a ‘spook-tacular’ success. Many of our supporters came along to enjoy a Halloween-themed evening of entertainment and collectively raised more than £5,000 for Solent Mind.
Read moreAn incredible group of fundraisers took on the Great South Run in aid of Solent Mind, collectively raising a fantastic £16,000 for our charity.
Read moreTo mark World Mental Health Day on Friday 10 October, Solent Mind will be at Westquay in Southampton to raise awareness of mental health in the local community as part of our ‘Beyond the label’ campaign.
Read moreBraving early autumn winds and rain, a group of 19 fearless fundraisers abseiled down Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower last weekend, raising an incredible £10,000 for Solent Mind.
Read moreWe’re excited to announce the launch of a unique and meaningful opportunity at Solent Mind: we’re recruiting our first Ambassador.
Read moreDuring Local Mind Week (4 - 10 August), we’re taking the opportunity to showcase how our services are supporting people’s mental health and wellbeing in the local area.
Read moreA National Lottery grant of £20,000 has ensured a Solent Mind Men’s Group can continue providing mental health support for men in the community.
Read moreThe team of volunteers giving up their time for Solent Mind’s Remind dementia service, has been shortlisted for a Portsmouth Inspiring Volunteer Award.
Read moreGina Lloyd-Newell, from Totton, took on the ABP Southampton 10k in April 2025 to raise money for Solent Mind, and has now signed up to the half marathon course at this year’s event.
Read moreFeeling stressed, low, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Yet for many men, opening up about mental health can feel difficult. Cultural expectations and stigma often tell men to “tough it out,” but silence can make problems worse.
Read moreJimmy is preparing to take on the Great South Run in aid of Solent Mind for the third year in a row.
Read moreThe latest episode of the Solent Mind podcast explores the theme of communities and how we at Solent Mind are delivering inclusive, accessible mental health support in our services across Hampshire.
Read moreMandy Harding, Head of Commissioned Grants, Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) explains how our Anchoring Minds service offers tailored support to military personnel and their families.
Read moreSally Arscott, CEO of Solent Mind, Mandy Harding, Head of Commissioned Grants at Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity, and Dr Whitney Curry, B2 Head of Royal Navy Health and Wellbeing, discuss how Solent Mind, the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity are working together to support military personnel and their families, and why it’s important.
Read moreThere's no right or wrong way to feel about deployment but it does bring a range of emotions and challenges. Our Anchoring Minds military families service has put together some top tips to help you manage you and your family's wellbeing during this time.
Read moreTodd Wyeth, from Southampton, went the extra mile for mental health when he took on this year’s London Marathon in support of Solent Mind.
Read moreCause for Conversation is a new mental health podcast from Solent Mind. In our latest episode, Rebecca Wright, Team Lead at Solent Recovery College, shares her story and her personal experiences with bipolar disorder.
Read moreKathryn Morley, Peer Support Worker, Southampton, shares her story of living with Bipolar Affective Disorder
Read moreMike Blundell took on the 2024 ABP Southampton Marathon to challenge himself and raise awareness for mental health. Running in support of Solent Mind, he shares his journey, the impact of running on his wellbeing, and his top tips for marathon success.
Read moreCause for Conversation is a new mental health podcast from Solent Mind. In our first episode, we talk to Becky Hawke and Dr Katt Petersen about how peer support is helping people feel validated and supported, giving them tools and resilience through sharing lived experiences.
Read moreLiving with depression for the past two years and using our services throughout his mental health journey, Sam Clissold is raising money for Solent Mind's local mental health services, running the ABP Southampton Marathon for us for his second year.
Read moreMoney worries can take a serious toll on our mental health, especially when finances are tight. Whether you're dealing with debt or just feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone and help is available.
Read moreChris Pitt is the Managing Director for marketing agency Vertical Leap. We caught up with him ahead of the 2024 Great South Run to find out more about his mental health journey and why he chose to run for Solent Mind.
Read moreJoin Team Solent Mind on 18 October 2026 for this fast and flat 10-mile course through the historic streets and stunning seafront of Portsmouth. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, this race promises a memorable and exhilarating experience.
Read moreEnter Solent Mind's raffle today, and you could win a 4‑night penthouse stay with a sea view in Marbella, Spain, with travel for four people. Your ticket helps provide life-changing mental health and wellbeing support for people in Hampshire.
Read moreJoin us for a taster session, learn tips and techniques to look after yours and others’ wellbeing in the workplace, and find out more about how we can support your team.
Read moreRun with purpose and contribute to a healthier, more compassionate community.
Read moreDo you consider yourself a daredevil? Raise money for an amazing cause with a sponsored Skydive for Solent Mind
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