Keep up to date with all things Solent Mind with announcements, articles, blogs and community events.
In Mental Health Awareness Week (12-18 May), we are launching a new ‘Thrive 25’ campaign, which aims to showcase how people in the region can maintain good mental health, recognise if it’s declining, and know where to go to access support if needed.
Read moreSolent Mind has recently received an incredible donation of £10,000 from the Know Thyself Charitable Trust.
Read moreAn inspiring group of runners took part in Southampton’s marathon this weekend and collectively raised more than £4,000 for Solent Mind.
Read moreIn celebration of International Women’s Day (8 March), we are shining a spotlight on some of the incredible women within our organisation who are making a profound impact on mental health in Hampshire.
Read moreThe Solent Recovery College in Portsmouth, currently provided by Solent Mind in partnership with the NHS, will become part of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (HIOWH) from 1 April 2025.
Read moreThe Southampton-based dance theatre company, ZoieLogic Dance Theatre, is strengthening its mission to support men’s mental health by taking part in specialist training from Solent Mind.
Read moreSolent Mind’s Mayfield Garden Centre has officially reopened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, after a major revamp.
Read moreFrom cycling and running challenges, to hosting music events and taking part in Movember, there are many ways people have shown their support for Solent Mind this year, and our heartfelt thanks go to each and every one of our wonderful fundraisers.
Read moreHere are the opening times for all our mental health and wellbeing services for Christmas 2024.
Read moreIn the run up to the festive season, many of us are looking forward to joy and celebration, but for some, Christmas can bring challenges, such as stress, loneliness, or anxiety.
Read moreSolent Mind’s Digital Skills Team has recently reached an incredible milestone and has celebrated the support it has provided to 500 service users in our local communities.
Read moreSolent Mind’s supporters and stakeholders joined us for our annual celebration event earlier this month, which also saw John Wilderspin hand over to the charity's new Chair of Trustees, Claire Lowe.
Read moreRepresentatives from a selection of Hampshire businesses gathered for a Solent Mind breakfast event this week, to discuss the pressing issue of mental health in the workplace.
Read moreOn International Men’s Day (Tuesday, 19 November), Jan Godden is bringing attention to the critical issue of men’s mental health while honouring her late son, Joe.
Read moreDespite the race being cancelled due to poor weather conditions, some of our runners took it upon themselves to still run 10 miles on behalf of Solent Mind.
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 moreGina Lloyd, from Totton, is preparing to take on the ABP Southampton 10k this April to raise money for Solent Mind.
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 moreThis spooky season we wanted to share some fantastic fundraising ideas with you to help you organise and get involved in various fun activities with friends, colleagues, or neighbours whilst raising money for Solent Mind!
Read moreJessie Cullen, Peer Support Specialist, NHS Talking Therapies, shares her mental health journey and talks about how yoga has helped calm her mind.
Read moreLucy Dyer, Lead Bid Writer, shares her experience of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and how she rediscovered her creative side.
Read moreSimon talks about how being involved with our lived experience participation project helped rebuild his confidence and shares his messages of hope for World Suicide Prevention Day 2024.
Read moreSouthampton Service Manager, Emma Frewin, talks about the success of our peer-support approach and how her staff teams are helping people across the region to build skills, resilience and confidence for the future of their mental health.
Read moreLooking for a challenge to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge® is for you! And you don’t need to be a budding elite athlete – they’re for everyone, take it on at your pace.
Read moreWe are looking for 25 adventurous fundraisers to join us in September 2025, to take part in an epic abseil down the iconic Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth.
Read moreJoin Team Solent Mind on 19 October 2025 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 moreDo you consider yourself a daredevil? Raise money for an amazing cause with a sponsored Skydive for Solent Mind
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