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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm

New Horizons Mental Health

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New Horizons is a self referral service user led Mental Health charity

Mission Statement
New Horizons projects the positive image of people suffering mental health problems through challenging discrimination by means of education, outreach work, information and support services. Non-profit organisation

Registered Charity Number: 1153115

Support through Amazon Smile at https://smile.amazon.co.uk/ch/1153115-0

29/10/2026

Join our Befriending Group — a friendly space to connect, chat, and feel supported.

Our relaxed and welcoming Zoom meet-up takes place every Tuesday at 10:00am. Whether you feel like talking, listening, or simply being around kind and understanding people, there’s always a place for you here.

Befriending groups can help you:
Feel less isolated and more connected
Build new friendships in a safe and supportive space
Boost confidence and wellbeing
Share experiences with people who understand

There’s no pressure and no judgment — just genuine conversation, encouragement, and community.

It’s easy to join!
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: 01685 881113
🌐 Visit: newhorizons-mentalhealth.org.uk
Or simply scan the QR code on our poster to get involved.

28/10/2026

Sometimes, all it takes is a conversation to make a difference.

Our Men's Group is a friendly, welcoming space for men aged 18+ to connect, share, and support one another. Whether you'd like to talk about what's on your mind, chat about everyday life, or simply listen, you're always welcome.

📅 Every Thursday
🕕 6:00 PM on Zoom

There's no pressure to speak and no expectations to meet—just a relaxed space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and connect with others who understand.

Come along whenever the time feels right. We'd love to welcome you.

28/10/2026

Free Anger Management Course – Merthyr Tydfil

Looking for ways to better understand and manage anger? Our free Anger Management course is part of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Recovery College Autumn 2026 timetable.

📅 Starts Wednesday 18 November 2026, running for 3 weeks
🕧 12:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Stephens & George Charitable Trust, Dowlais Community Centre - run by The Stephens & George Charitable Trust, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3LW

The course offers an opportunity to explore anger and develop strategies to help manage it in a supportive environment.

📩 To find out more or sign up, email [email protected] or call 01685 881113.

You can also scan the QR code on the poster to register.

27/10/2026

🎉 **WIN AN iPHONE 18 PRO MAX AND SUPPORT NEW HORIZONS!** 🎉

Fancy winning a brand-new iPhone 18 Pro Max 512GB? Or perhaps you’d prefer the £1,000 cash alternative?

Enter the **Lotto Merthyr Tydfil Autumn Super Draw** for your chance to win! For just £1 a week, you can enjoy the chance to win prizes while supporting local good causes, including New Horizons Mental Health.

💜 **Why take part?** At least 60p from every £1 ticket goes towards supporting good causes in the Merthyr Tydfil community.

📅 The Super Draw takes place on Saturday 31st October 2026, so don't miss out!

🎟️ Find out more and get your tickets here: https://www.lottomerthyrtydfil.co.uk/

Every ticket helps support good causes and makes a difference in our local community.

27/10/2026

Discover a New Way to Support Your Wellbeing with Free Virtual Reality Mindfulness

Looking for a new way to support your mental wellbeing? We'd love to invite you to take part in our free Virtual Reality Mindfulness Study, recently featured on BBC Morning Live and ITV Wales News.

You can take part from home, visit us at the New Horizons Centre on a Monday, or at Dowlais Community Centre - run by The Stephens & George Charitable Trust on Wednesday, whichever suits you best.

Over 8 weekly sessions, you'll use a VR headset to experience Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Intervention (MBI), helping you to:

✨ Learn practical mindfulness skills
✨ Manage stress and difficult thoughts
✨ Support your overall wellbeing in an engaging, immersive way

No experience is needed, all equipment is provided, and taking part is completely free.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you.

📋 Sign up: https://form.jotform.com/251594113118351

📧 [email protected]

📞 01685 881113

21/10/2026

💚 SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH VR! 🥽

Take some time for yourself and explore how Virtual Reality (VR) can support relaxation, wellbeing and positive mental health. 🌿✨

📍 Where: Dowlais Community Centre
📅 When: Today

📞 Booking is essential! Call 01685 377688 to book your session.

Your mental health matters. 💚 Take a moment for your wellbeing and discover something new!

20/10/2026

Get Online Week – Because Being Online Matters

Being online isn’t just about browsing the internet. It can help us stay connected with friends and family, access essential services, find support, and discover new opportunities.

But for many people, getting online isn’t always easy. Digital skills, access to devices and confidence can all be barriers.

This Get Online Week, we’re raising awareness of the importance of digital inclusion and the difference being online can make to everyday life.

Watch the video to find out more, and visit Good Things Foundation to learn about Get Online Week and how we can help more people get connected.

🌐 www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/get-online-week

Address

16 Dean Street
Aberdare
CF447BN

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441685881113

Website

https://newhorizons-mentalhealth.org.uk/

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