Signpost North East & North Cumbria

Signpost NENC is a community hub of mental health and wellbeing services and resources, across the North East and North Cumbria.

[Rethink Mental Illness @Rethink_]

💬 For those of us living with mental illness, #stress can exacerbate the symptoms of our condition.

Without proper management, it can be a really difficult thing to deal with.

For #StressAwarenessMonth, take a look at these 5️⃣ tips on how to cope 👇 (1/6)

[Sunderland Mind @SunderlandMind]

There are lots of different ways we can experience stress. Any of these sound familiar? What is making you stressed at the moment? Let us know! #StressAwarenessMonth #ActNow

[Samaritans @samaritans]

We know the rising cost of living is making things extra hard for lots of people at the moment. Sometimes it can be easier to talk to someone completely impartial to your situation. We’re here 24/7 if you need us.

[Respect @RespectUK]

Does your behaviour hurt the ones you love? Are they frightened of you?

The Respect Phoneline is here to support anyone who is concerned about their behaviour. Take the first step towards change and talk to one of our non-judgemental advisers now.

https://t.co/4wnmdh6Lj6

[Cruse Bereavement Support @CruseSupport]

Leave a 💜 if you resonate with this quote by Leo Christopher in the comment section below 👇

[Signpost North East & North Cumbria @SignpostNENC]

Looking for mental health support in the North East or North Cumbria?
#mentalhealth #wellbeing
https://t.co/IZwhDyUMfs

[Samaritans @samaritans]

Sometimes talking with someone neutral can help you feel a little lighter. We're here all week if you need us 💚

[Age UK North Tyneside @ageuknt]

Lots of laughs at our weekly Dementia Connections Cuppa Club ☕️

We enjoyed some tabletop games and had plenty of scones, tea cakes and toast 😋

#Dementia #NorthTyneside @NTCouncilTeam

[Sunderland People First @SunPeopleFirst]

Self-advocates shared their recent experiences of heath & social care services with Wendy & Anna from @HWSunderland today 🙌 We have such a good relationship with our local #Healthwatch team 🤗 We know that these conversations lead to #Actions #SupportingOurCommunity

[Stamp It Out In County Durham @_StampOutStigma]

Join Mind Out - a group facilitated by #LGBTQ+ 🏳️‍🌈 workers to support you with your mental health at work.

The group offers a space to talk about your experiences and share with others.

For more information, visit https://t.co/yJ81WbGR3f

[Signpost North East & North Cumbria @SignpostNENC]

@SunPeopleFirst @STSFTrust @ChangingPlaceUK @HWSunderland @sunderlandcarer @Brad_Mencap @MikeLeSurf @LearningDisEng @InclusionNorth @necldnetwork @SunderlandPCF Amazing work!👏

[Better Health County Durham @BHAWADurham]

This week is #GriefAwarnessWeek - here's some tips on how you can support someone impacted by grief.

✅ Check in on your neighbours.
🚫 Stop for a chat.
☕ Put the kettle on
🚶 Go out for a walk and talk

https://t.co/T0W2UPPl4m

[HW Sunderland @HWSunderland]

People with cancer, their families and caregivers can now learn about how to deal with cancer with @macmillancancer new range of easy-to-understand videos on their YouTube channel.

The videos are available in different languages and with BSL signing

https://t.co/0nniC4dO89

[South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust @STSFTrust]

Today is World Aids Day ❤️ Over 105,000 people live with HIV in the UK. Sexual Health Services have organised local monuments to be lit up red in support.

For more info on local HIV testing services:
https://t.co/SlpRLb0prJ
https://t.co/zqZQ066AdX
#ROCKTHERIBBON

[MHFA England® @MHFAEngland]

As part of our approach to employee health and wellbeing, the MHFA England office and phone lines will be closed from 4pm on Wed 21 December until 9am on Tues 3 January 2023.

We are not a mental health support service. If you need support please contact Samaritans on 116 123.

[Change Grow Live @changegrowlive]

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, please know you are not alone. During England matches in the #FIFAWorldCup, reports of domestic violence increase by 28%.

There is help available. We have a list of helplines on our website offering support:

https://t.co/jPZ9OssuLr

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

A staggering 75% of children and young people who experience mental health problems aren’t getting the help they need. Read more about it: https://t.co/sI9QnEPEtA #ChildrensMentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport

[Newcastle Carers @NCLCarers]

Join our monthly #Dementia Information & Advice Group for information & discussion about what support is available, looking after yourself & dealing with difficult days.

The group next meets:
📆Tues 8 Nov
🕒10.30am-12noon
📍Newcastle Carers Centre
🌐https://t.co/t3nNR7oEzo

[Sunderland Mind @SunderlandMind]

Our Warm Space is now available weekdays thanks to funding from @SunderlandUK Pop in for a cuppa, chat and keep warm in our cosy space. We have plenty to read and free Wi-Fi too! 💙 #warmspaces #sunderland #community #wellbeing #together