Mid and North East Essex Mind

02/06/2026

Every workplace is different, but every team deserves to feel supported.

Our Wellbeing Support Service helps businesses and organisations take practical steps to support staff mental health and wellbeing.

We offer training and support including Mental Health Toolkit sessions, resilience training, su***de awareness training, employee counselling, wellbeing talks and practical guidance to help teams feel more informed, confident and supported at work.

Whether you’re just starting the conversation around workplace wellbeing, or looking to build on what you already have in place, we can work with you to create support that feels right for your organisation.

Find out more:
mnessexmind.org/wellbeingsupport

Or email [email protected]

01/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers. 💙

Across Mid and North East Essex Mind, our volunteers give their time, kindness and energy to support our work and help make a difference in our local communities.

Whether you volunteer regularly, support us at events, share your skills, or help behind the scenes - we are so grateful for everything you do.

Thank you for being part of Mid and North East Essex Mind.

If you’d like to find out more about volunteering with us, we’d love to have a chat. Email [email protected] or visit:
mnessexmind.org/get-involved/volunteer

30/05/2026

Talking to someone can be an important first step.

Our BACP accredited Private Counselling service offers a confidential space to talk things through, with appointments available at times that can work around you.

We offer weekday sessions, Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings and online options, giving you more choice in how and when you access support.

Find out more at mnessexmind.org/private-counselling or call 01206 764 600 💙

We’re here when you’re ready.

28/05/2026

Service Spotlight: Bereaved by Su***de Support

Bereavement by su***de can feel overwhelming, and it can be difficult to know where to turn.

Our Bereaved by Su***de Support Service offers one-to-one, non-judgemental and confidential support for adults and young people who have been bereaved by su***de.

We can support you to:

• Talk openly with someone about your loss
• Find ways to look after your wellbeing
• Navigate practical processes, including the coroner’s process and funeral planning
• Understand changes to your own personal circumstances

This service is delivered in partnership by Mid and North East Essex Mind and Suffolk Mind.

If you, or someone you know, has been bereaved by su***de, support is available.

Find out more: mnessexmind.org/bereavedbysu***de

26/05/2026

Have you ever tried VR for your mental wellbeing?

TEND VR is a mindfulness-based virtual reality programme designed to support people experiencing low mood, anxiety or negative thinking patterns.

Using a VR headset in a calm, supported setting, you can learn practical techniques to help manage your thoughts, reduce stress and build confidence at your own pace.

We’re offering a free introductory session, so you can try VR, ask questions and see whether TEND feels right for you before committing to the full programme.

Find out more or book your free intro session:
https://mnessexmind.org/tend-vr/

25/05/2026

☀️ A gentle reminder during the warmer weather.

Some mental health medication, including some antidepressants and antipsychotics, can make it harder for your body to regulate temperature in the heat.

This does not mean you should stop taking your medication. Please don’t stop or change your dose without speaking to your GP, pharmacist or mental health team.

Try to drink plenty of water, stay cool, avoid direct sun where you can, and check in on anyone who may be more vulnerable during hot weather.

If you feel dizzy, confused, sick, very tired or unwell in the heat, move somewhere cooler, drink water and seek advice if needed.

Please share so others can stay safe 💙

23/05/2026

This Bank Holiday weekend, the North East Essex Sanctuary is here for you, with hubs in Colchester and Clacton.

If you’re finding things difficult, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing a mental health crisis, you don’t have to face it alone.

We offer a safe, compassionate space and a listening ear.

📞 0300 330 9492
🌐 neesanctuary.co.uk
🕙 10am – 11pm | 7 days a week | 365 days a year

You’re not alone. Support is here whenever you need it. 💙

22/05/2026

We’re taking a short break this bank holiday weekend 🌼

Our office will be closed from 5pm today and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 26 May.

Our Sanctuary services in Colchester, Tendring, and Mid Essex will remain open, offering support 365 days a year 💙

If you need urgent mental health support over the long weekend, help is still available:

📞 North East Essex Sanctuary: 0300 330 9492
📞 Mid Essex Sanctuary: call NHS 111 and select option 2

📞 Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)
💬 Shout: text 85258 (24/7)

Please share so more people know where to find support.

22/05/2026

Lovely to see the Colchester Stampede featured in the Colchester Gazette🦒💙

We were so proud to be Charity Partner of such a brilliant day, with runners taking on the challenge in support of local mental health.

A huge thank you again to everyone who ran, donated, cheered, volunteered or helped make the day happen. Your support means so much to us and helps us continue to be there for people across Mid and North East Essex.

Read the coverage here 👇

Thousands of runners took part in the Colchester Zoo Stampede 10k and Half Marathon, raising more than £17,000 for Mid and North East Essex Mind.

20/05/2026

Journaling can be a useful way to notice what we’re feeling, make sense of our thoughts, and take a bit of time for ourselves.

This summer, our community partner Tiptoe Training is launching free monthly journaling groups in Clacton-on-Sea.

The groups offer a supportive space to try journaling and creative writing, meet others, and explore wellbeing in a gentle, practical way.

Please note, these groups are not hosted or facilitated by Mid and North East Essex Mind. We’re sharing this to help people find out about local wellbeing support.

Read more on our blog: mnessexmind.org/journalling