Focus Surrey & NE Hants

02/11/2026

We're looking forward to attending Woking's Voluntary Sector Fair - Working Together for Woking, on Thursday 12th November! Come along and chat with Wendy to find out more about FoCUS.

Two weeks to go until Woking’s Voluntary Sector Fair 📣

Working Together for Woking, the borough's largest showcase of voluntary and community support, is just around the corner!

The event brings together organisations, volunteers and residents to connect and collaborate but also welcomes local residents to come and learn what local support and volunteering opportunies are available.

Taking place at Woking Leisure Centre on Thursday 12 November, pop along between 10.30am and 1pm to meet up to 100 local charities.

Read more about the event 👉🏼 https://ow.ly/Rck051021n4

27/10/2026

Join our joint Coffee Morning at The Lighthouse Woking with IMHN and Action for Carers Surrey. More information below ⬇️

Coffee Morning ☕

Come and join IMHN, Focus Surrey & NE Hants and Action for Carers Surrey for a cuppa and a chat!

📍Location: The Lighthouse Woking, GU21 6BG in the Cosy Coffee House. Address: Unit 4, Church Path, Woking, Surrey GU21 6EL (There are a few steps at the venue)
🕙Date: Friday 6th November 10:00am - 12:00pm

FREE refreshments! Located close to Woking Train Station. Parking is available in nearby town centre shopping car parks.

To join please contact Guy Hill if you are an IMHN or FoCUS Member: [email protected] or SMS/txt 07305009869
For Action for Carers please contact: 0303 040 1234 or email: [email protected]

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26/10/2026

Join us for an online drop-in session on Tuesday 27 October at 2:00pm with Carrie from Ringrose Law and a colleague who specialises in the laws surrounding the Mental Health Act. Read more below ⬇️

Ringrose Law drop-in session

Join us for an online drop-in session on Tuesday 27 October at 2:00pm with Carrie from Ringrose Law and a colleague who specialises in the laws surrounding the Mental Health Act.

This informal session provides an opportunity to ask questions, gain insight into mental health legislation, and learn more about the rights, protections, and support available to individuals affected by mental health issues.

Whether you have a specific query or would simply like to increase your understanding of the legal framework, this is a valuable chance to speak directly with experienced legal professionals in a welcoming environment.

To join please email Kirsty at [email protected] or call/text 07871319439

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09/06/2026

Just a quick reminder of todays FoCUS Talk and Learn in Guildford and on Zoom at 12.30-2.30PM today (Tuesday)

FoCUS Talk & Learn Session – Culture of Care

At this session, we’ll hear directly from Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust about Culture of Care — what it is, how it’s used, and an update on the project the Trust has been running including their Carers cafes

It is aimed at service users and carers who want to:

Learn more about the Culture of Care with speakers from The Meadows Epsom and Juniper Ward and their Carers cafes

Hear directly from the Trust about current work and developments

Ask questions in an open and supportive setting

Share your experiences of using mental health services in Surrey and North East Hampshire

Your voice matters. This is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and help shape conversations about mental health services in our area.

Location: Guildford Baptist Church
Date: 9th June
Time: 12:30 – 2:30pm (arrival 12.15pm)

Can't make it in person, you can also join on Zoom – use link in comments

We’d love to see you there!

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11/05/2026

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Week | 11–17 May 2026 🌿

Your voice matters. Your experience matters. 💚

FoCUS and IMHN warmly invite service users & carers in Surrey and Northeast Hampshire to join us and share your experiences of mental health services.

We will be holding the following events this week, join us if you can.

📅 Tuesday 12 May | 9:30am–1:00pm
☕ FoCUS / IMHN Coffee Morning
📍 The Boathouse Café, Guildford
Come along for coffee, conversation & connection. All welcome.

📅 Tuesday 12 May | 5:30pm–6:30pm
💻 FoCUS Zoom Drop-In
Speak to the FoCUS support team from the comfort of your home.
Join at anytime in the hour window. You can share a recent experience, ask for signposting, update your details on our database or if you’re new you can find out more about FoCUS. All welcome. Link in comments.

📅 Wednesday 13 May | 10:00am–2:00pm
🤝 Guildford Hive Community Event
A community gathering to connect with local organisations. Come and meet Guy, learn about the work FoCUS, IMHN and Surrey Coalition of Disabled People are doing.

Your story matters. Together we can improve mental health services for everyone.