NewstrAid

NewstrAid provides financial, emotional & practical support to people who work or have worked in the sale & distribution of newspapers & magazines in the UK.

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It's National Volunteers Week!

Discover how you can support NewstrAid as an Area Committee member or Welfare Volunteer.
Your time makes a real difference.

Find out more: https://t.co/tJ4UVbgPgO or [email protected]

#Volunteer #GiveBack

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After being pushed and verbally abused by a shoplifter, Amrita began having panic attacks at work.

NewstrAid connected her with our free wellbeing helpline and online support.

Read more stories of support: https://t.co/fiZHO7SGdq

#HelpingHand

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We’re thrilled to welcome @RetailSpark as a new Silver Sponsor of NewstrAid 🎉

Their donation will help us continue supporting people across the newspaper & magazine industry with financial, emotional & practical help when they need it most.

#NewstrAid #RetailSpark

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It’s National Volunteers Week!

A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers—your time and dedication make everything we do possible.

We couldn’t do it without you!

#ThankYou

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As we come to the end of Mindful May we would like to remind everyone about the hundreds of resources, podcasts, videos and audio guides available through our Wellbeing Website.

Log on today to take advantage of everything on offer! https://t.co/Mp0ABdUZJ5

#MindfulMay

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If you currently work in the newspaper or magazine industry and are going through a difficult time, NewstrAid’s In-Work Support Scheme could help.

Contact us for free on 0800 917 8616 or download the leaflet: https://t.co/3Zo770SLJH

#HelpingHand

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Frankie, our Acting Welfare Manager, recommends "One by One" by Freida MacFadden for #MindfulMay.

Discover more: https://t.co/c6NKe9ltoE

When do you read most?

#NationalYearOfReading #MentalHealth

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Feeling stressed at work?

Try and take a break and if possible, go on a short walk to clear your mind.

For more #MindfulMay tips, visit https://t.co/Mp0ABdUZJ5

#MindfulMay

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Our Admin Assistant Jo, a former librarian, recommends Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None.

Discover why: https://t.co/c6NKe9ltoE

#MindfulMay #NationalYearOfReading #MentalHealth

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Planning to make some memories during the summer holidays? Generate free donations for us when you book tickets to popular events, book shows and more!

💸 It's free
📱 There's a handy app
🛍️ There are over 6,000 stores!

https://t.co/yprLzh8mWD

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We hope you all enjoy the last Bank Holiday of May.

The office is closed today but we are back open tomorrow.

#BankHoliday #MindfulMay

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Books don't have to be fictional to help us switch off.

Operations Manager Paul picked: The Second World War by Antony Beevor. It was a tough read at times, interesting but thought provoking.

More: https://t.co/c6NKe9ltoE

#MindfulMay #NationalYearOfReading #MentalHealth

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📚 Mindful May is celebrating reading's power to boost wellbeing 💙 Relax, reset, and enjoy the National Year of Reading!

Why not share your recommendations and favorites—drop yours below 👇

#MindfulMay #Wellbeing #Reading #NationalYearOfReading #GoAllIn

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Did you know?...As well as providing financial and emotional support to hundreds of people every year, our Welfare Team have a wealth of knowledge and can refer you to other organisations if the issues you are facing require additional help.

#HelpingHand

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Our Engagement & Comms Manager Lindsay recommends The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie Godfrey for #MindfulMay.

More info: https://t.co/c6NKe9ltoE

#NationalYearOfReading #MentalHealth

Do you have a favourite book?

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As part of Mindful May, we've given book tokens to to our regular beneficiaries to encourage them to discover reading's mindful benefits.

#MindfulMay #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #Reading #NationalYearOfReading

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Getting outdoors isn't just extreme sports and rock climbing; a simple neighborhood stroll counts.

Discover more #MindfulMay tips at our wellbeing site https://t.co/Mp0ABdUZJ5

#MindfulMay

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When days feel heavy, laughter really can be the best medicine. Play, connect, and find moments of lightness—it can bring hope and happiness.

More mental health support: https://t.co/Mp0ABdUZJ5

#MindfulMay #MHAW2026

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Our Finance Director, Laura's Mindful May book recommendation is for a book that her son has recently enjoyed; The Skeleton Puzzle by Lisa Thompson. https://t.co/c6NKe9ltoE
Do you have a favourite book from your childhood?
#MindfulMay #NationalYearOfReading #MentalHealth

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There are lots of ways you can support our work, from volunteering and fundraising to simply attending our events.

Watch our short film to find out more. https://t.co/69bDMqQcdL

#GetInvolved