Starting next week on Tuesday, 14th January, sUStain will be facilitating a new series of monthly climate cafés at the Sainsbury Centre. Each climate café will begin with a special viewing of an artwork, including an introduction from one of the Sainsbury Centre team.

Save the date📆  February 6, 2025, is #TimeToTalk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation.  Keep an eye on our socials this month to see how you can get involved.

We understand that the colder and darker months can be challenging, so we want to share some tips that can help you to cope if you are struggling with SAD. For more tips and information on SAD, visit mind.org.uk/sad

Start this new year with a splash! 🌊 Take part in our new sea dip fundraising challenge at Gorleston Beach and help to support our local mental health services across Norfolk and Waveney! 🗓️ 2nd February 2025 📍 Gorleston Beach norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/sea-splash

Stay up to date with the latest Norfolk and Waveney Mind news this new year by signing up for our e-newsletter. 💌 To receive our latest events, announcements, opportunities, and vacancies direct to your inbox, sign up today!  To sign up, visit bit.ly/NWM-newsletter

Friendly running and walking groups for people of all abilities in Sheringham and Lowestoft 👟 For more information, please email [email protected]

February 6 is #TimeToTalk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. We will be partnering with Castle Quarter and GoEastAnglia/Konectbus in Central Norwich, and in King’s Lynn our REST hub will become a Chatty Zone for the day. Visit norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/time-to-talk

At our REST hub, our staff will work with you to help find the most suitable support for your needs. All of our hubs provide walk-in support with no appointment needed. Visit norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/REST for more information.

Here’s your reminder that #BlueMonday isn’t real. However, poor mental health is.  Whether it’s you needing support, someone in your family, a friend, or a work colleague, we are here for you, regardless of the date.

🌻 Get your hands dirty and join us at Burges Road Community Garden! 🌱  📅 Wednesdays, 12-2 PM  Come help with planting, building, clearing, and more—no experience needed!  Tools are provided; just bring your enthusiasm, suitable clothing, and some water. 💚

Do you want to learn new skills, meet new people, and gain confidence whilst making a difference in your local community? Why not become a Norfolk and Waveney Mind volunteer? There are probably more ways of getting involved than you might think! Visit norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/volunteering

What a great evening planned - thank you so much for your support!

Join sUStain for their latest Climate Café at REST Norwich next week. 📅Last Friday of every month 🕡18:30-19:30 📍Churchman House, 71 Bethel Street, Norwich, NR2 1NR For more information, email [email protected]

Just one week to go until Norfolk and Waveney Mind's first ever Sea Splash! Will you join us at Gorleston beach and make a splash for mental health?🌊 Ready to dive in? Find out more and sign up via norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/sea-splash

Spaces filling up 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 quickly for our darts night. Should be a fun night… get involved 🎯 Raising money for Norfolk and Waveney Mind 💰 #Steamers 🚂

Norfolk and Waveney Mind are thrilled to launch our pioneering new coastal wellbeing project to support communities that are facing significant risk of coastal erosion. For more information, contact our sUStain Coastal team at [email protected]

Have you been bereaved by suicide? Our Suicide Bereavement Cafes offer a place to talk with others who will understand, whilst providing you with a safe, non-judgemental space to talk about your grief. For more information, please visit norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/suicide-bereav…

Are you looking for ways to help support the health and wellbeing of your staff? You may be eligible for a place on one of our training courses (funded by Norfolk County Council). To register your interest, visit forms.office.com/e/h6xWU4Ubrz

Our Walkies for Wellbeing fundraising challenge is returning for 2025! We are asking local dogs and their owners to cover a set distance during the month of March; this could be: 50km, 75km, or 100km!🐶 Don’t PAWS for thought! Sign up today: norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk/walkies

Happy Friday! As we head into the weekend it can feel like there is a lot of pressure to stay busy and say yes to lots of plans. Remember, it’s ok to take a step back and spend time focusing on yourself and your wellbeing if you’re feeling drained. Self-care isn’t selfish 💙