Ask for Jake

In the wake of Jake McPhail's suicide in Braunton, Ask for Jake was created to train people in mental health support and awareness.

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Soon to be announced 👀

Ask for Jake’s event of the year is being planned as we speak and we can’t wait to share more information with you soon!

Who’s excited? 😆💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

A huge thank you to Bideford Tarka Rotary Club for supporting us by donating a huge £750 each year, for the next 3 years.

It was a great evening for some of the committee to spend time with President Anna Lacey, and to share the ways in which we will use their generous donation.

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Wondering what to do with the kids this half term? Come and join us at the AFJ Hub this Tuesday for a free ‘Lego stay & play’ morning, where we will be selling Braunton Fireworks tickets too 😆

All ages welcome, but must be supervised at all times. We hope to see you there!

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

AFJ Hub is now on Apple Maps!

As it is tucked away behind Dancing Feet Academy Of Dance, we hope that this will now make it easier for you to find us. The Talk Shop is open tomorrow morning, from 10 to 11am, and we would love to see you 💜

[Harmless @HarmlessUK]

Mental health is a basic human right for all people – including the right to be protected from mental health risks, the right to available, accessible, acceptable and good quality care, and the right to liberty, independence and inclusion in the community.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

[Dr Alys Cole-King @AlysColeKing]

NEW advice on supporting young people after a distressing event.
Please read and share our evidence-informed ‘quick read’ guide. Thanks @Walrathis @drdomthompson @MikeArmiger for expertise.
We sincerely hope this will help support #NottinghamTogether

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍

Sometimes it's easier to say we're fine than tell the truth. Take that first step to getting help. Or share this post and help us reach someone who really needs to see it.

Thanks to @katies.self.care.diaries for the great illustration 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Gong Bath Meditation with Karen Vogelin 🧘‍♀️

8pm on Weds 18th October at AFJ Hub • £10pp to be paid in cash on arrival 🦋🤍

Reserve your spot on EventBrite here: https://t.co/gZHM9sMIH2

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Today is #WorldSmileDay 😊

Our friendly volunteers will be at the Talk Shop tonight at the AFJ Hub (behind Dancing Feet Academy, South Street, Braunton), from 6:30 to 7:30pm. Whether you need someone to talk to, listen, or just a cuppa - come along & we would love to see you 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

October Talk Shop dates 💬

Talk Shop is Ask for Jake's weekly drop-in peer to peer support with our trained volunteers, located at the AFJ Hub (behind Dancing Feet Academy on South Street, Braunton). A safe space to come along for a cuppa, talk and listen.

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Men’s Hub is on tonight, from 6:30 to 7:30, at the AFJ Hub - located behind Dancing Feet Academy on South Street, Braunton.

A safe place to come have a brew, talk, listen and meet new people. For men of all ages and backgrounds. We are here for you 🤝

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Let’s do all we can today to make sure that anyone feeling suicidal knows that they aren’t alone, and that things can get better.

Share posts and advice. Check in on loved ones. Send someone a message to know you are there 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Good luck to everyone who is receiving their exam results today, but a reminder that you tried your best - and that’s all that matters.

If you need someone to talk to, Ask for Jake are only a message away. Remember to look after yourself, no matter the grades that you get 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Four years of missing you Jake, but a lifetime to continue your legacy.

Four years ago today we lost a brilliant young man, who meant so much to so many. Rest in peace Jake, forever 18 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Thank you to Osca and Julie for coming to the Talk Shop this morning, and everyone else who came to say hello and find out more about the amazing work that therapy dogs do 🐾

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Come along to our Talk Shop this Saturday, between 10 & 11 at the AFJ Hub, where we will have the lovely Osca joining us 🐾

Osca is a therapy dog and his owner Julie will be talking all about him and how therapy dogs provide comfort to those struggling with their mental health.

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

June Talk Shop dates 💬

Talk Shop is Ask for Jake's weekly drop-in peer to peer support with our trained volunteers, located at the AFJ Hub (behind Dancing Feet Academy on South Street, Braunton). A safe space to come along for a cuppa, talk and listen 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

A HUGE congratulations to the Summit to Share lads who completed the mammoth 100 miles Two Moors Way challenge last week 🚶👏

This was all in memory of their dear friend Max and we are so honoured that you chose to raise money for us 💜

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Just a reminder that our next Men’s Hub is this evening, from 6:30 to 7:30pm, at the AFJ Hub - located behind Dancing Feet Academy on South Street, Braunton.

For men of all ages and backgrounds. A safe space to have a brew, to talk or just to listen and meet new people 🤝

[Ask for Jake @_askforjake]

Tickets are now available for the Ask for Jake Black Tie Evening on the 10th June at The Barnstaple Hotel!

You can get yours through EventBrite here: https://t.co/05nVN6ZXVH

Once you have placed your order, we will be in touch to confirm your menu choices 🖤💜