Independent Futures

Using 'Lived Experience' to help shape a better future for Bristol support services. Growing together.

[Golden Key @GoldKeyBristol]

Last call for sign up for our next webinar - focused on increasing diversity on boards #webinar #fulfillinglives #diversity #DiversityAndInclusion

[Second Step @wearesecondstep]

📢 We have an exciting vacancy for a PT Communications Officer to join our team based in Bristol. If you are passionate about mental health and homeless services and have experience with internal comms we would love to hear from you.

https://t.co/Q6WbJbJULH

#jobs #jobsbristol

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

⚠️Today several areas in England move into higher tiers.

Check what tier your area is now in: https://t.co/Av6QGpRMoL

With the spread of the new strain of #COVID19 increasing, it is vital you follow the rules in your tier.

Tap to expand for more information ⬇️

[Bristol Food Network @Bristolfoodnet]

“Love your food. Respect your food. Enjoy your food.” Great words from Tara Miran of St. Paul's Community Garden in this #BiteBackBetter film. Bristol Bites Back Better empowers Bristolians to create a food system to nourish our city far into the future https://t.co/Wo94RfMhyg

[Avon and Somerset Police @ASPolice]

A message from our 101 and 999 call handling team.

"We know Christmas can be a difficult time for many reasons and home isn’t a safe place for everyone right now.

If you are living with abuse, please know #YouAreNotAlone.

We're here for you, whenever you need us , 24/7.”

[Mental Health Mates Bristol @MatesHealth]

Christmas can be hard for & this year has given us all extra challenges

If you think someone is struggling reach out to them, a little consideration & love can make a huge difference

If you are struggling, please remember you are not alone. These useful numbers may help,

[Independent Futures @IFGroupBristol]

So true.

[louis appleby @ProfLAppleby]

Messaging matters to our mental health, important the #christmasiscancelled frenzy is replaced by:
•we’ll support each other through this
•we’re doing it to protect our families
•it won’t last, next year we’ll meet, recover, live again.

[Peter Dobson @yorkie_dobbo]

“I challenge you to identify when unconscious bias seeps into your day. Take note, so you can challenge it tomorrow.” Great blog from Jason of the @IFGroupBristol and @GoldKeyBristol - thought provoking stuff to kick off your morning #seethefullpicture about #UnconsciousBias 👇

[Aileen Edwards @aileenedwards11]

Thank you, Jason, for as always talking from the heart. Great read about unconscious bias from @IFGroupBristol Lived experience

[IMHN @BristolIMHN]

Jason, a member of @IFGroupBristol and also BIMHN, has had a blog published to @GoldKeyBristol's website. In the article, he shares his perspective and experience of unconscious bias.

Click below to read it.

https://t.co/jud8VQeSL5

[Second Step @wearesecondstep]

We're excited about this! Chief Exec Aileen said "This #HousingFirst partnership demonstrates how together we can enable change. Really vulnerable rough sleepers now have stable housing - for some the first time for decades." Fingers crossed 🤞 @GoldKeyBristol @BristolCouncil

[Second Step @wearesecondstep]

The funding for Hope is due to end in March - we really hope to secure new funding in good time to provide a continuous service to all the men that need us. A @BristolUni report says our service is life-changing & a key mental health provision in our region. #MentalHealthFirst

[IMHN @BristolIMHN]

Help shape the delivery of the Community Mental Health Framework in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Join our December focus groups looking at a different part of the Framework.

Vouchers will be offered to participants.

https://t.co/ZuVvcWrXeG

[Second Step @wearesecondstep]

We were on Facebook Live last week with @BristolLive where learner Sharon said our wellbeing college had "been a life saver in lockdown." The mental health wellbeing courses & workshops gave her the tools & techniques to change her life. Find out more: https://t.co/spGmUkdmwn

[Centre for Mental Health @CentreforMH]

"The Government’s 2020 Spending Review is a missed opportunity to start rebuilding the nation’s mental health after the trauma of the global pandemic."

Read our response to the Government's #SpendingReview announcement: https://t.co/ozkphNSzOT

[Bristol24/7 @bristol247]

Marvin Rees says that more national support is needed to help people keep a roof over their head
https://t.co/b5ZC32H5qX

[The Bristol Cable @TheBristolCable]

Four of the biggest care providers in the country have adult residential homes in Bristol. We take a look at which tax havens they're linked to and how much their directors get paid. https://t.co/0Q025XOQTj

[Bristol City Council @BristolCouncil]

Save lives with every donation you make at Bristol Donor Centre, located at Southmead Hospital. Booking an appointment is quick and easy, just call 0300 123 2323, download the NHSGiveBlood app or join us at https://t.co/szZSqUuaoe

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

💚Sign up to this exciting conference - 'Prevention in mental health: from theory to practice.'

In partnership with @TheKingsFund we will bring together experts from all parts of the health and care sector.

👉View the programme here: https://t.co/j2znl1oanY