Home » Stories Smiling through the rain Written by Nick Rowe It’s lashing down, the wind is howling, and the forecast is horrendous – the perfect day for Dorset Mind’s Big Walk, just 26 miles from Sandbanks to Mudeford Quay and back – makes complete sense.    I must admit when I left home in the dark, I was questioning my own sanity – surely it was more a day for holing up by the fire and watching movies.   Smiling through the rain Written by Nick Rowe It’s lashing down, the wind is howling, and the forecast is horrendous – the perfect day for Dorset Mind’s Big W ..read more

Home World Menopause Day Dorset Mind launch NEW Pathway 18th October marks World Menopause Day – a chance to bring awareness to this milestone time of life that every woman, and people experiencing menopause face. To bring awareness of their new support delivered widely across Dorset, local mental health charity Dorset Mind have announced their Menopause Pathway that people can access in 28 Doctor surgeries, and The Lantern Trust in Weymouth.  World Menopause Day Dorset Mind launch NEW Pathway 18th October marks World Menopause Day – a chance to bring awareness to this milestone tim ..read more

Home World Mental Health Day It’s time to act… It’s World Mental Health Day on 10th October every year. We usually emphasise the power of talking – as our vision is to create a community where living with and talking about Mental Health becomes acceptable for everyone… But this year is different. We’re asking people to take ownership of their wellbeing and make an effort to take action. Whether it’s reaching out to someone for a help, finding out what support is available locally, fundraising or volunteering for us – or even leaving a gift in your will; these positive actions can truly ..read more

Home Suicide Prevention needs to be done every day. Understanding more about suicide could be vital in preventing it… The topic of suicide is a critically sensitive issue that must be taken seriously, and together, as a society, we can help to prevent it. Each year, valuable lives are lost to suicide resulting in loved ones and communities being struck with devastating grief. But if we can understand the importance of mental health and strive to be a more empathetic society, we can save lives and reduce the stigma around these issues.  Suicide Prevention needs to be done every day. U ..read more

Home It’s World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September Learn how to have a potentially life-saving conversation… It’s not always obvious if someone is having suicidal thoughts – and it’s not easy to know what to say to support someone who’s struggling. But we can all learn simple but vital skills to talk to someone if we’re worried they’re thinking about suicide. It’s World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September Learn how to have a potentially life-saving conversation It’s not always obvious if someone is having suicidal thoughts – and it’s not easy to know what to say to support some ..read more

Home It’s World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September Learn how to have a potentially life-saving conversation… It’s not always obvious if someone is having suicidal thoughts – and it’s not easy to know what to say to support someone who’s struggling. But we can all learn simple but vital skills to talk to someone if we’re worried they’re thinking about suicide. It’s World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September Learn how to have a potentially life-saving conversation It’s not always obvious if someone is having suicidal thoughts – and it’s not easy to know what to say to support some ..read more

Home Talking saved my life It’s World Suicide Prevention Day 10th Sept. We strongly believe we can take action by getting Dorset talking about mental health to start conversations that could save lives. This blog features sensitive details that you might find upsetting. Please take care after reading – there is signposting to support should you need it at the bottom of the blog.   Thank you to Charlotte Jones for reaching out to us and sharing her incredible and valuable story. Talking saved my life It’s World Suicide Prevention Day 10th September. We strongly believe we can tak ..read more

Home National Grief Awareness Day falls on 30th November each year. It’s a day designed to raise awareness about the grieving process and time it takes. This year, we’re emphasising that grief is unique to each person. Here’s a special blog, describing grief felt by someone experiencing it for the first time. You’ll find signposting at the bottom of this article. I used to call my grandad “granan” when I was little as I couldn’t quite say grandad. He was a London black cab driver and whilst he was in training, he would talk me through his routes. There is a photo of me and him with the map of ..read more

Home Going back to school, work or uni? Here’s how to re–adjust for autumn…   It’s nearly September, which means the return of early starts,chilly mornings and darker evenings. A tough farewell to warm grass, beautiful long sunsets and beach days. When we had them! Summer is almost over for another year, and back-to-school season is looming fast.   With grateful thanks to our blogger and volunteer, Annabel Goddard, for sharing her thoughts and experience. Going back to school, work or uni? Here’s how to re–adjust for autumn…   It’s nearly September, which means th ..read more

Home Applications are OPEN! Just announced: Our NEW partnership for the Bournemouth Bay Run 2024! Building upon the success of this year, we’re delighted to announce that we’ve been chosen for the second year running as Bournemouth Bay Run’s charity partner. We’ll support #TeamDorsetMind entrants as they run along Bournemouth’s famous seven-mile stretch of golden sands. Join us and run for Dorset’s mental health! Enter now and benefit from the Early Bird Discounts– available until 25th September! Applications are OPEN! Just announced: Our NEW partnership for the Bournemouth Bay Run 2024 ..read more