by changesbristol | Mar 8, 2024 | Articles & testimonials, Mental Health Awareness
The way in which the media represents people’s experiences of mental illness has been criticised as inaccurate and harmful. People with mental health conditions are often portrayed in horror, police procedurals, and thrillers as dangerous- the perpetrators of violent...
by changesbristol | Mar 8, 2024 | Articles & testimonials, Support Groups, Volunteering
At Changes Bristol, we run weekly peer support groups designed to help offer encouragement, support and guidance to anyone in the community who is facing mental distress, or simply wants to share what is on their mind. Our peer support groups are completely free, and...
by changesbristol | Jan 5, 2024 | Articles & testimonials, Mental Health Awareness, Support Groups
The following article was kindly submitted by Hayley Broughton-McKinna who is the Training Director at PMAC, who specialises in designing and delivering bespoke workplace training to organisations across the UK. Benefits of Support Groups for Mental Health Emotional...
by changesbristol | May 26, 2023 | Articles & testimonials, Mental Health Awareness
The following article was kindly submitted by Hannah Walters. Hannah is a freelance writer. She took the leap after many years as a content writer for a digital marketing agency. Having struggled with her mental health on a personal level, it’s become one of her...
by changesbristol | Oct 13, 2022 | Articles & testimonials, Mental Health Awareness, Uncategorized
This article has been submitted by one of our supporters, Millie Fuller – who is a self-described Creative Copywriter & Coffee Lover! She has very kindly written an article for us about the importance of self-care. Being a carer and caring for yourself can...
by changesbristol | Sep 20, 2022 | Articles & testimonials, Uncategorized
Meet Ria – she has been volunteering as a peer support facilitator with us for over a year. She is a huge asset to the charity and we really appreciate all her hard work! “I have loved volunteering with Changes – I find great comfort and reward in the vast...