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My Volunteering Story – Izzy
How long have you been volunteering for Mind in Mid Herts? How did you hear about them? I have been volunteering since January 2021 and I honestly haven’t looked back since. I have always been aware of Mind in Mid Herts and the great work that they do. One of my friends was a previous […]
Author: Maja
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My Volunteering Story – Eve
How long have you been volunteering for Mind in Mid Herts? How did you hear about them? I got back into contact with Mind in Mid Herts at the start of lockdown and have been volunteering for around 9 months now. I’d of course heard about the charity ‘Mind’ before from many places but while […]
Author: Adele
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Eco-Anxiety
It’s no secret that we’re in a climate crisis. We are reminded of it everywhere we go– on the News, the radio, social media, posters, adverts, in wall art in cities throughout the world… Even as I write this a radio advert has mentioned it. Now more than ever, it’s really important that we come […]
Author: Maja
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Mental Health Survey- Have your say!
Mind in Mid Herts and Hertfordshire Mind Network are carrying out a survey to understand more about how Covid19 and the past 12 months has impacted on people living in Hertfordshire, to help inform the ongoing development of support. This survey will cover social support enabling people to come together with their peers to enjoy […]
Author: Adele
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Being Transgender
For our final LGBT History Month blog piece, one of our service users shared with us her journey as a Transgender woman. She also reminds us that is it never too late to be true to yourself! I identify as a mature – in my 67th year, Trans-gender female. There are not many of […]
Author: Maja
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Being Bi
Growing up in Manchester with a large and active gay community, I very much embraced that side of myself and was made to feel very comfortable. I was Chair of the Equal Opportunities Committee at work and was openly gay. Things got difficult however when I realised that I was still attracted to men […]
Author: Maja
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The Power of Small
Time to Talk day will be a little different to how we celebrated previous years, this year our Access and Engagement Manager, Adele talks about what the power of small means to her in our latest blog. The power of small. When I was in school, like many I wanted to be an adult, […]
Author: Adele
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The Census is Coming
Households across England and Wales will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021. What is the census? The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. It’s been carried out every decade since 1801, with the exception of […]
Author: Maja
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A Coronavirus Christmas
The number one thing I am asked at the moment is “how are people going to take care of their mental health THIS Christmas?” The truth is that festive celebrations may look a little different this year, and it is understandable that this may leave many of us feeling disappointed, sad or worried. We have […]
Author: Adele
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Interfaith Week – a personal look into Christianity
For our final interview we spoke to a woman who has practised Christianity since childhood, about her faith and it’s impact on her mental health. What is your religious/spiritual background and how long have you been practising it? I was brought up and christened a Roman Catholic in a UK refugee camp by my […]
Author: Maja
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Mindline Trans+ National Helpline
MindLine Trans+ is a confidential, emotional, mental health support helpline and signposting service for people who identify as Trans, A Gender, Gender Fluid, or non-binary. Find out more
Side by Side Online Chat
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To all the dads, father figures and pet dads, we wish you a very happy Father's Day today! We understand that today can be difficult for some, find support by reaching out to Samaritans on 116 123.
As a small charity, Mind in Mid Herts is hugely appreciative of the contribution of all our volunteers. Izzy, tells us a bit about why she chose to volunteer with us and what kind of things she does. Read her story on our blog: www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/blog/![]()
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Here are just a few of the resources available for the LGBTIQ+ community if you need support or information. ![]()
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National Mind also has a page of tips and useful contacts: www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/lgbtiqplus-mental-health/about-lgbti...![]()
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We are here for you. #Pride
We've put together a few of our top tips to help deal with loneliness for #LonelinessAwarenessWeek. Its been a tough year with a lot of people feeling disconnected and alone but its important to remember that there is support available for you. Share these tips to help others that might be struggling too. ![]()
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Visit our website to see more about the services we offer: www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/support-for-you/
Registration is now OPEN! Support Mind in Mid Herts, on Saturday 3rd July, walking your own 10km to fly the flag for better mental health and help make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone.![]()
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The Mind Walk is not a physical fitness challenge, it is about supporting the local community and taking the fight for mental health out in the open by raising awareness and funds so we can keep fighting so that everyone can get the support and respect they deserve.![]()
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Sign up for the Mind Walk and ask your friends and family to join us, too, or show their support by donating.![]()
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So join the cause on July 3rd; anytime, anywhere! Walk on your own or with family, take in the sunrise or sunset, join the fight for better mental health.![]()
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