Eight Bells for Mental Health

Offering friendship, support & a listening ear. Supporting individuals & reducing loneliness & isolation. Improving physical & mental health & wellbeing.

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Huge thanks to @WestBerksFoodB for spreading festive cheer with advent calendars for our members 🎄
So much joy and smiles all round! We’re also very grateful for your year-round support, from coffee and sugar to many other thoughtful gifts. It truly makes a difference 💚

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Benefact Group is giving £120k via #MovementforGood. 120 charities will get £1k. Please nominate us—your vote matters ✨👉🗳️ Share to spread the word 🔁 Nominations close 15 Dec 2025 💚 https://t.co/bfvIz1dWbb
#mentalhealthawareness

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💙 It’s #MHFAiderDay! We’re proud @EightBells to be part of a national movement transforming how we talk about and support mental health 💚Together, we’re making support more visible, valued & accessible
#MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthFirstAid #eightbellsformentalhealthnewbury

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🎭 Huge thanks @WatermillTh for donating Charley’s Aunt tickets through Theatre for All! 💚
Our members, who wouldn’t usually get the chance, had a wonderful evening and loved the play:
“It really lifted my mood and made me so happy.” #TheatreForAll

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🎄 The festive season can be tough on mental health.
Stress, money worries, social pressure, or loneliness can make it all feel overwhelming.
If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. 💚
Eight Bells for Mental Health is here to listen and support you.
#MentalHealthSupport

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🎉 It’s #TrusteesWeek! 🎉
We’re celebrating our amazing Eight Bells Trustees who give their time and expertise to support mental health in West Berkshire. Our Chair says: “Being a trustee has helped me grow, gain perspective, and make a real difference.”
#MentalHealthSupport

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Baubles & Bubbles – Last Few Spaces!
Get festive, get creative & support a great cause!
Join our Bauble Decorating Workshop at The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham
📅 Thurs 13 Nov | ⏰ 7–9pm | 💷 £45
Includes 3 baubles + prosecco/mocktail 🥂
🎟️ Grab your spot 👉 https://t.co/pDkswaQPNq

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🎄 Send a Card, Share a Smile, Support a Cause 💚
Mike, a member of Eight Bells, turned his love of painting into our Christmas card! 🖌️✨
Each card supports people facing mental health challenges in West Berkshire.
💌 £1 each | 5 for £3.50
👉 https://t.co/6AU4pLUr4V

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💚 World Mental Health Day – 10 Oct 💚

At Eight Bells, we believe good mental health is a right for everyone, not just today, but every day.

Let’s keep talking, checking in, and showing that mental health matters 💬💚

#WorldMentalHealthDay2025 #MentalHealthMatters

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🎉 Win up to £25k! Buy your £1 West Berkshire Lottery ticket (50p to us) & enter Oct 25 Superdraw to win an iPhone 17 Pro! https://t.co/qQyPoLyYpi
#SupportLocal #Newbury

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🆘 We need your help 🙏 Tombola prizes wanted for our Coffee Morning 🎉 St Nics Church Hall, Thurs 9 Oct. Ideas: sweets, chocolates, bottles, toiletries, toys, gift cards, + more. 💚 Contact [email protected] | 0300 102 4504 | DM us!

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🎄 Baubles & Bubbles – A festive fundraiser for Eight Bells
🎨 Decorate 3 ceramic baubles
🍾 Enjoy prosecco & good company
📍 The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham
🗓️ Thurs 13 Nov, 7–9pm
🎟️ £45 �� all materials included
🔗 https://t.co/pDkswaQPNq
#supportmentalhealth #newburycharity

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🎄Craft, Create & Celebrate!
Join our festive bauble decorating workshop at The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham – Sat 8 Nov, 1:30–3:30pm.
Decorate 3 ceramic baubles
Hot drinks + mince pie
Fun with friends & family
£40 – proceeds to Eight Bells for Mental Health
https://t.co/a48eT27tzl

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@NewburyTC

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Delighted to receive two awards this weekend! 🌟
🌱 Silver Certificate from Newbury in Bloom for our Lock Island raised bed.
🤝 Grant support from Hungerford Town Council.
Big thanks to all who make this possible 💚

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Suicide affects 700,000+ lives yearly — together, we can change the story.

5 Key Messages:
Reach Out
Words Matter
Stay Safe Online
Talk About Suicide
Know Where to Get Help

Share resources. Start the conversation.
@samaritans 116123
NHS Mental Health Crisis Team: 0800 129 9999

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🚨 Emergency Alert Test – 7 Sept @ 3PM
📱 UK Gov will send a test alert to all phones.
💡 Let people know — especially elderly, anxious, or sensory-sensitive individuals who may find it distressing.

#EmergencyAlert #UKAlertTest #BePrepared

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☔ Football parents — we’ve got you covered!
Grab one of our large umbrellas for a minimum £3 donation, perfect for the sidelines!
Your donation will be matched by @thegoodexchange , doubling the impact.
DM, call or email
0300 102 4504
[email protected]

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🎉 Our members love bingo – especially with prizes!
We're seeking small prize donations:
🧴 Toiletries | 🍫 Snacks | 🖊️ Stationery | 🎨 Colouring bits
Every little helps 💚
📞 0300 102 4504
📧 [email protected]
📩 DM us!
#CommunitySupport

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Make a difference locally!
Join us as a volunteer to support mental health sessions, fundraising, or gardening. No experience needed, just your time and kindness.
Email: [email protected]
#Volunteering #MentalHealthSupport #Newbury #Thatcham #Hungerford