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Positive local stories, useful developments and people making a difference in mental health.
What Teesside's parks, beaches and river might be doing for our heads
A walk through Albert Park, along Redcar seafront or beside the Tees can feel restorative. Research into green and blue spaces suggests there may be something real behind that feeling.
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There is more good happening on Teesside than you think. And noticing it matters.
Bad news is very good at getting our attention. But research suggests the stories and information we repeatedly consume can affect how we feel, and Teesside has far more good happening than the headlines sometimes suggest.
Middlesbrough veteran rebuilds working life with NHS employment support
Middlesbrough veteran Mark Hughes has returned to work after tailored employment support helped him rebuild confidence following years of poor mental health and repeated job rejection.
Joe and Carol turn recovery from psychosis into hope for others
Two Redcar and Cleveland volunteers are using their own experiences of psychosis to lead a weekly peer-support group where connection, understanding and ordinary moments matter.
New research aims to strengthen self-esteem and mental health support for teenagers
One of the strengths of the project is its focus on prevention as much as treatment. A new piece of research led by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is shining a light on a subject many young people quietly struggle with: self-esteem. The project focuses on teenagers who are experiencing low…
A Tuesday Tradition: How Billingham Community Choir Brings People Together
On a Tuesday evening in Billingham, something quietly lovely happens. As the day loosens its grip and coats are hung by the door, voices begin to gather. Not perfect voices. Real ones. Curious ones. The kind that carry the day with them and then gently set it down. This is Billingham Community Choir, and it […]
We Do: How Dan and Charlie Turned Lived Experience into a Community of Hope
We Do was founded by Dan and Charlie with a simple aim: to help people when life becomes challenging. At its core, the We Do project is built on a belief that feels both simple and quietly powerful: when life becomes overwhelming, support should be human, accessible, and free from judgement. Recovery, in this…
BusinessBoost Your Business: The Essential Role of Workplace Wellbeing
Businesses small and large all over Teesside are getting in touch with Teesside Mind’s workplace wellbeing team to get support for their employees! In today’s fast-paced work environment, prioritising mental health isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Teesside Mind offers tailored services to help businesses foster a healthier, more productive workforce. Businesses small and large all […]
Innovative Mental Health Initiatives: Enhancing Wellbeing in Tees Valley
Innovative mental health initiatives are making significant strides in supporting community wellbeing across our region. These programmes focus on early intervention, community engagement, and comprehensive support systems to address mental health challenges effectively. Tees Valley Community Mental Health…
Mental HealthWorld Suicide Prevention Day: Key Support Services and Mental Health Resources in Tees Valley
World Suicide Prevention Day, held on 10th September each year, is a vital opportunity to highlight the issue of suicide and its devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities across the globe. In Tees Valley, where many face challenges linked to mental health, economic hardship, and social isolation, suicide prevention is a pressing concern that […]
CharityJoin Teesside Mind’s Big Pub Quiz: A Fun Way to Support Mental Health
Pubs across Teesside are invited to take part in a fantastic opportunity to support mental health in their community by hosting Teesside Mind’s Big Pub Quiz. This event is not only a great way to bring people together for a night of fun and trivia, but it also plays a vital role in raising awareness […]
Embracing Conversations on Mental Health for Time to Talk Day 2024
Time to Talk Day, celebrated on 1 February 2024, brought together individuals from all walks of life, united by a common purpose: to break the silence around mental health. This year, Mind Teesside’s own Claire and Hannah made a significant impact, engaging with customers and visitors, demonstrating the power of…
Harmony in Norton: Celebrating the Spirit of Giving at Mind Charity Shop
In the heart of Norton the Mind Charity Shop is a beacon of happiness and community. Behind its doors lies not just a trove of preloved and new items, but a haven of compassion and community spirit fostered by a remarkable group of volunteers and the fabulous duo steering the ship, Chris and Mandy. Celebrating […]