Posts in "Mental Health"

2020 update – this page was created in 2017, but we have noticed lots of recent traffic to here. The Sanctuary is no longer operating, but the new Open Door service (via Making Space, Stockport CCG and Mental Health Matters)… Read more

Earlier this year, we wrote a blog post to announce that we are Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd’s charity of the year. We would like to say a huge thank you to the staff who have been fundraising for us! We… Read more

National Mind have released a new campaign called Life Support. The campaign is all about the support people with mental health problems need in their homes and communities to stay well and live a full life. ‘Life support’ services are essential… Read more

Following last week’s EU referendum and the big political changes that have been happening since, it can feel like an uncertain time for many of us – regardless of how you voted. We wanted to let you know that whatever… Read more

Last night, we had the pleasure of attending a fundraiser in aid of Stockport Mind which was organised by the lovely Linda held at her restaurant, Rainbow 88. Linda is very active in fundraising and has raised over £180,000 for a… Read more

We are very pleased to announce that we are jointly hosting a conference in September 2016 – Time to join forces: An interdisciplinary approach to fighting mental health stigma. About the conference The University of Manchester, Stockport and District Mind… Read more

It’s carers awareness week 2016! We thought that we would let you all know about a weekly drop in that we are hosting for carers at Stepping Hill Hospital. Do you care for an adult with a mental health condition? We… Read more

To start off carers week 2016, we will be holding a stand at the carers information day today, 12noon – 4:00pm at Stockport Town Hall. Carers can gather information about a range of services in Stockport. If you’re at Stockport Town… Read more

Equality and diversity is an issue that needs addressing in Stockport. Stockport and District Mind joined Nexus as we believe that there is a need for equality and diversity in Stockport. To fulfill this need, we would like to encourage… Read more

Do you care for a partner, relative or friend who is experiencing emotional distress or has a mental health condition? Our Carers Service run a Carers drop-in twice a month, allowing mental health carers to meet eachother and chat over refreshments.… Read more