SWAN Women’s Centre Sefton

12/10/2026

📢 New Group Announcement 📢

Thrive Together – A New Wellbeing Group for Young Women

We’re excited to introduce Thrive Together, a new 12-week wellbeing group at SWAN Women’s Centre for young women aged 18–30.

The group will provide a safe and supportive environment where young women can build confidence, develop positive coping strategies, share and connect with others, and learn new skills to support their long-term wellbeing.

The group sessions will cover topics such as:
Managing anxiety and stress
Building confidence and self-esteem
Healthy relationships
Self-care
Developing positive coping strategies
Building connections with others

The programme will be shaped around the needs of the women taking part, creating a space where participants feel listened to, supported and able to progress at their own pace.

We’re also delighted to welcome Claire and Janice to the SWAN team, who will be delivering Thrive Together and supporting women throughout the programme.

If you are aged 18–30 and would like to join the Thrive Together group, you can self-refer through our website at: https://www.swanwomenscentre.org/ or contact the centre directly for more information.

Alternatively, you can email Janice or Claire for more information:

[email protected] or [email protected]

12/10/2026

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day 2026: You're Not Alone

Every year, World Mental Health Day encourages us to pause and reflect on the importance of looking after our mental wellbeing. This year's theme reminds us that mental health isn't something we either have or don't have, it's something that can change throughout our lives.

Life can be challenging. Many of us experience times when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, isolated or uncertain. These feelings can be triggered by a range of experiences, including trauma, financial pressures, caring responsibilities, relationship difficulties or significant life changes. Whatever the cause, it's important to remember that struggling with your mental health is not a sign of weakness, and you don't have to face it alone.

At SWAN Women's Centre, we see every day the difference that kindness, understanding and the right support can make. Whether someone is taking their first step towards asking for help, waiting for support, or simply looking for a safe space to talk, we are here to listen without judgement.

Looking after your mental wellbeing doesn't always require big changes. Small actions can have a positive impact, such as:

Talking to someone you trust.
Taking time to rest and recharge.
Getting outside for some fresh air.
Staying connected with family, friends or your local community.
Seeking support when you need it.

There is no 'right' way to experience mental health, and everyone's journey is different. What matters is knowing that support is available and that no one should feel they have to cope on their own.

This World Mental Health Day, let's continue to encourage open conversations, look out for one another and remember that even small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact on someone's wellbeing. Together, we can help create a more supportive and understanding community.

09/10/2026

Help us name our new young people's groups!

We are excited to announce the launch of two new young people's groups, funded by BBC Children in Need, and we need your help to give them a name! We are looking for creative and inspiring name suggestions for two groups for ages 13-16 & ages 16-18.

The groups will be led by two qualified, trauma-informed counsellors, who have extensive experience supporting neurodivergent young people, as well as those experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges. Over a twelve week programme, sessions will take place every Tuesday from 4.30pm, lasting between 1.5 and 2 hours.

These groups are designed to help young people build confidence and self-esteem, and establish meaningful connections and a sense of belonging, as well as an understanding of themselves and others.

We would love to hear suggestions from everyone, especially young people who would like to help shape the identity of these groups. You can submit your ideas by e-mailing Jen Williams our Young Person’s Counsellor: [email protected]

Alternatively, you can submit your suggestions by using the suggestion box located in our reception area at the centre. We will collect suggestions over the coming weeks and then select our favourite name.

The winning name will be announced in our next newsletter. If you'd like to be credited for your suggestion, let us know when you submit it and we will be happy to include your name in the announcement. We can't wait to see your ideas and work together to create names that reflect the confidence, creativity, connection and empowerment at the heart of these new groups!

05/10/2026

Thrive Together – A New Wellbeing Group for Young Women (Aged 18 - 30)

We’re excited to introduce Thrive Together, a new 12-week wellbeing group at SWAN Women’s Centre for young women aged 18–30.

The group will provide a safe and supportive environment where young women can build confidence, develop positive coping strategies, share and connect with others, and learn new skills to support their long-term wellbeing.

The group sessions will cover topics such as:

• Managing anxiety and stress
• Building confidence and self-esteem
• Healthy relationships
• Self-care
• Developing positive coping strategies
• Building connections with others

The programme will be shaped around the needs of the women taking part, creating a space where participants feel listened to, supported and able to progress at their own pace.

We’re also delighted to welcome Claire and Janice to the SWAN team, who will be delivering Thrive Together and supporting women throughout the programme.

If you are aged 18–30 and would like to join the Thrive Together group, you can self-refer through our website or contact the centre directly for more information.

Alternatively, you can email Claire or Janice for more information: [email protected] or [email protected]

03/10/2026

Our October Newsletter is now live, and we’re excited to share this with you!

It’s filled with updates on our services, along with details of upcoming events and activities happening in our community.

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02/10/2026

In case you missed Lataetia and Laura's live BBC Radio Merseyside interview yesterday, you can listen on catch-up at:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0031q7t

Listen in at 32 minutes and 50 seconds into the show to hear about how SWAN Women's Centre supports local teenage girls and women across Sefton, and the importance of building a greater understanding of mental health.

01/10/2026

As we prepare to mark World Mental Health Day, we have received an invitation from BBC Radio Merseyside to take part in a live radio interview at their city centre radio station.

Our colleagues, Laura and Lataetia will be LIVE on BBC Radio Merseyside today from 2.30pm.

You can listen live to the radio interview at 95.8 FM.

31/08/2026

Our September Newsletter is now live, and we’re excited to share this with you!

It’s filled with updates on our services, along with details of upcoming events and activities happening in our community.

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