1. New dedicated mental health services for new expectant and bereaved mums

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    Thousands of new, expectant or bereaved mothers will receive help and support for mental health problems through dozens of new dedicated hubs which are being set up across the country.

  2. The Greater Manchester Wellbeing Toolkit

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    The Greater Manchester Wellbeing Toolkit for the health and care workforce is an interactive online toolkit to help support you to be your best.

  3. Public Health England launches new Psychological First Aid training

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    The online training, developed by PHE, is now available for those supporting children and young people affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).

  4. Healthwatch Bury is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week

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    This year the theme is Nature and how connecting with the natural world can support good mental health.

  5. CQC demands improvements at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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    Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust must improve quality of care

  6. It's OK not to be OK

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    The Bury Coping & Thriving Group has developed 2 useful resources for mental wellbeing, one for adults and one for children & young people.

  7. Supporting emotional health among people living with long term conditions

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    People who live with long-term physical conditions are twice as likely to have poor mental health as those who do not.

  8. Barnado's - The BeU Project

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    Trauma informed supported accommodation for young people who are homeless/at risk of homelessness/at risk in their accommodation, and who identify as LGBTQIA+

  9. Talking Bubble: Dialogue Society Befriending Campaign to End Loneliness

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    Dialogue Society in partnership with the Time to Help UK is launching a new project called "Talking Bubble" to bring together dialogue volunteers with individuals who need befriending support.

  10. The Prince’s Trust – Courses starting in July

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    The Prince’s Trust are currently offering a range of online and in-person courses to help young people build confidence, develop new skills and gain valuable work experience.

  11. Rochdale & District Mind – Listening Lounge Service

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    Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

  12. The Prince’s Trust – latest courses in Greater Manchester

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    The Prince's Trust are currently offering a range of online and in-person courses to help young people build confidence, develop new skills and gain valuable work experience.

  13. YoungMinds – Supporting your child with anger

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    If you need support to respond to your child’s anger or aggression, here’s YoungMinds advice on what you can do and where you can find help.

  14. Beacon Service Calendar of Events and Activities

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    The Beacon Service at Bury VCFA provide a social prescribing service offering a totally person centred approach to anyone aged over 18 and registered with a Bury GP.

  15. 'Park bench' surgeries launched by Healthwatch Bury - as featured in the Bury Times

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    A SERIES of 'bench surgeries' have been undertaken so a health watchdog can gauge public reaction to health and social care services.

  16. The Prince's Trust - Courses starting in August & September in Greater Manchester

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    The Prince's Trust are currently offering a range of online and in-person courses to help young people build confidence, develop new skills and gain valuable work experience.

  17. Pandemic Impact Report from Mind

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    Mind have published a report which summarises the ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic on people with mental health problems across England and Wales.

  18. Managing your mental health as lockdown eases

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    The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing.

  19. Rochdale and District Mind Courses & Support Groups

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    Find out what courses are running at Rochdale and District Mind

  20. Help is at hand - Hub Of Hope

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    If you are struggling with your mental health and don’t know where to go, you are not alone.

  21. Bury Veterans Hub-Cafe

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    On Wednesday 1st September Bury Veterans Hub CIC will be bringing a breakfast club to Radcliffe.

  22. Princes Trust Level Up Course

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    The Princes Trust have a great opportunity starting 13th September for 16 – 25 year olds covering the many different industries that make up the Media, IT and Digital sectors

  23. Borough to shine a light on suicide and support Greater Manchester’s Month of Hope

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    World Suicide Prevention Day 2021 is on Friday (10 Sep), launching a Month of Hope which will run until World Mental Health Day on 10 October.

  24. What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?

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    Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.

  25. Healthy Young Minds has changed its name to Pennine Care CAMHS

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    Healthy Young Minds has changed its name to Pennine Care CAMHS (child and adolescent mental health services).

  26. Is your drinking putting your health and relationships at risk?

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    Research consistently shows that the coronavirus pandemic has created conditions for more people to drink more heavily and more often than usual.

  27. Self Care Week Reminds us to Practise Self Care for Life

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    Self Care Week is the annual national event that raises awareness of what we can all do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing. This year, the theme is Practise Self Care for Life.

  28. Free online Mindfulness Course

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    This very relaxing online course will develop your understanding of how to use Mindfulness as a tool to support your wellbeing.

  29. CQC publishes report on acute wards for adults of working age, and psychiatric intensive care units at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an unannounced focused inspection of acute wards for adults and psychiatric intensive care units (PICU) at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in September.

  30. The latest edition of the Beacon Box

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    A monthly activity pack for you to enjoy in your own homes

  31. Rochdale & District Mind Wellbeing Timetable

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    Timetable of regular groups and courses that are available to support mental health and emotional wellbeing

  32. Mental Health at Christmas: Some Tips for Coping

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    In this post, Rehab 4 Addiction share their latest infographic looking at mental health at Christmas. The infographic offers up a number of tips to help those who are suffering from ill-mental health issues during this time of year.

  33. Mental Wellbeing Support for Young People over the Festive Season

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    Mental wellbeing helpline information and online support over the festive season.

  34. Young People's Involvement opportunity

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    Are you aged 16-25 years old and have you used psychological services in the NHS? Or, are you a young carer of a brother or sister who has used psychological services for young people?

  35. Healthwatch Bury weekly virtual drop in sessions

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    Healthwatch Bury wants to give people an opportunity to have their say about health and social care services while they stay safe.

  36. Warm Spaces Bury

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    Your guide to warm community spaces in and around the Bury borough.

  37. Clearer Patient Communication survey

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    Want your NHS appointment letters to be easy to understand?

  38. Prescriptions survey

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    Your experiences of getting prescription medication.

  39. A FREE 8 week programme for children aged 11 to 16

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    Animal and nature assisted wellbeing programme for at risk children aged 11 to 16.

  40. Free online mental health support

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    SilverCloud offers online programmes for adults (aged 16 years+) to help ease your levels of stress, sleep better or to build resilience.

  41. Courses from the Princes Trust

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    Courses starting with the Princes Trust in January and February.

  42. Healthwatch In Greater Manchester CAMHS Survey

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    Patient watchdog launch research project to understand the experiences of accessing child and adolescent mental health services across Greater Manchester.

  43. What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for me?

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    The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

  44. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England

  45. Courses with Bury Adult Learning Service

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    Courses from Bury Adult Learning Service taking place before the Easter break.

  46. Upcoming Healthwatch Bury group and drop-in sessions

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    Join us at a group or event in February and March.

  47. Domestic Abuse Services – Bury

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    SafeNet Bury supports people who have experienced domestic abuse to find the right level of support they need to move towards a happier, healthier, and more secure future.

  48. Thriving in Bury- Emotional and Mental Wellbeing Support

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    Bury Youth Cabinet have produced a short video telling people about their work to develop the Thriving in Bury digital app and mental health campaign for local children and young people.

  49. How to get help over the Easter Bank Holiday

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    NHS Greater Manchester is reminding people to be prepared for the Easter Bank Holiday and to order prescriptions at least two weeks in advance to avoid any complications or delays.