Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind

22/10/2026

When you need to call 999 and can't talk - the Silent Solution can help.

When you need to call 999 but can't talk - the Silent Solution can help.

How does it work? 💡

If you need urgent police help but cannot speak, you should👇
1. Dial 999
2. Listen to the questions from the operator
3. Respond by coughing or tapping your device, if you can
4. If prompted, press 55 to let the operator know it's a genuine emergency and you'll be put through to police.

Using this method helps police to filter out accidental and hoax calls, ensuring that those in danger are able to alert the police and get help.

For information on domestic abuse support in Rhondda Cynon Taf, please visit: https://orlo.uk/IDo9H

20/10/2026

We remember ❤️

Their Majesties The King and Queen, and His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, to visit Aberfan in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the tragic disaster.

The King, Queen and Prince of Wales will visit Aberfan, Merthyr Tydfil, on Wednesday 21 October, marking 60 years since the Aberfan disaster to pay tribute to the lives lost that day.

On 21 October 1966, 144 people – including 116 children – tragically lost their lives when a spoil tip slid down a mountain, engulfing Pantglas School and some of the surrounding houses.
At the Aberfan Memorial Garden, which stands on the site of Pantglas School, where 109 children and 5 teachers died, Members of the Royal Family will pay their respects in memory of those tragically taken away.

Their Majesties and His Royal Highness will also attend Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre, spending time with survivors, bereaved parents, former pupils, and siblings of those who died, coming together and remembering all who were lost.

The Prince of Wales will then visit Ynysowen Community Primary School to meet with students and teachers involved in projects to mark the anniversary and unveil The Aberfan Memorial Tree.

Councillor Brent Carter, Leader of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, said:
“On the 21st October 1966 the village of Aberfan suffered unimaginable loss. We know this anniversary will be specifically poignant and people will come from far and wide to pay their respects and to reflect the lives lost that tragic day.

“It is an honour and privilege to welcome Their Majesties and His Royal Highness to Merthyr Tydfil on this significant anniversary.”

20/10/2026

We’re calling on the Welsh government to fully roll out same-day open access mental health support across Wales in a way that works for everyone. Join us and sign the handraiser: https://campaigns.mind.org.uk/page/200282/petition/1?ea.tracking.id=WMHDWeb

💬 Do you live in , or and need someone to talk to? No pressure, no judgement - we’re here to offer a safe space to be heard and supported with your mental health and wellbeing, practical advice and solution-focused conversations. ✨ You can drop in to see us, or get in touch to book a session in person, over the phone, or online.

Check the timetable of availability for in person support in the link below 👇
https://ctmmind.org.uk/open-access-mental-health
or reach out to self refer to your local Mental Health & Wellbeing Adviser:

📍Bridgend contact:
Sophie: 07985 201545 & [email protected]

📍Merthyr Tydfil contact:
Stacey: 07766 411235 & [email protected]

📍Rhondda Cynon Taf contact:
Amy: 07399 347737 & [email protected]

For urgent or out of hours 24/7 mental health support, please call 111 option 2.

Visit out website for further support contacts: https://ctmmind.org.uk/mental-health-crisis-contacts
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It's not long enough.

We can’t simply explain our thoughts, feelings, emotions, needs, relationships and everything that's going on for us in 10 minutes.

And we can't expect GPs to fully understand our mental health in a 10 minute appointment either.

It’s time for a different solution.

A solution that gives you access to a meaningful conversation on the day you reach out for support, where you feel heard, understood and validated.

That conversation should set you down the path to the support you need. We call it same-day open access.

And you should have access to it.

If you agree, add your name to our ‘See Me Now’ campaign.

You can find the link in the comments.

Support today saves lives tomorrow.

09/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, join our campaign to transform the future of mental health support, based on ‘same-day open access’. Head to mind.org.uk/wmhd to find out more.

💙 Well done to our wonderful counsellor Laurie for providing such exceptional, life changing support and receiving this feedback 💙

💬 Need someone to talk to? No pressure, no judgement - we’re here to offer a safe space to be heard and supported with your mental health and wellbeing, practical advice and solution-focused conversations. ✨ We offer open access mental health support for anyone aged 11 and above across , and . You can drop in to see us, or get in touch to book a session in person, over the phone, or online.

Check the timetable of availability in the link below 👇
https://ctmmind.org.uk/open-access-mental-health
or reach out to self refer to your local Mental Health & Wellbeing Adviser:

📍Bridgend contact:
Sophie: 07985 201545 & [email protected]

📍Merthyr Tydfil contact:
Stacey: 07766 411235 & [email protected]

📍Rhondda Cynon Taf contact:
Amy : 07399 347737 & [email protected]

For urgent or out of hours 24/7 mental health support, please call 111 option 2.

Visit out website for further support contacts: https://ctmmind.org.uk/mental-health-crisis-contacts

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W: www.ctmmind.org.uk

Mind Cymru Mind

29/09/2026

Exciting news! Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind are now part of Lotto Merthyr Tydfil, an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in Merthyr Tydfil. Play the lottery, support Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind - it’s that simple! Tickets for the lottery cost just £1 per week, with a top prize of £25,000.

Please consider supporting Your Local Mind while giving yourself a chance to win some money or prizes 💙

https://www.lottomerthyrtydfil.co.uk/support/mind-cwm-taf-morgannwg?utm_campaign=marketing-hub-super-draw-panel&utm_source=manual&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=Hyperlink

Mind Cwm Taf Morgannwg is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.

18/08/2026

Open Access Mental Health & Wellbeing support in person for at Town Centre Hub Merthyr Tydfil on Thursday💙

Contact our mental health and wellbeing adviser in your area to discuss support and self-refer to this service:

📍Merthyr Tydfil contact: Stacey: 07766 411235; [email protected]

📍Rhondda Cynon Taf contact: Amy: 07399 347737; [email protected]

📍Bridgend contact: Sophie: 07985 201545; [email protected]

Visit our website for more information, and drop in locations across Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf & Bridgend, Monday to Friday.

ℹ️ https://ctmmind.org.uk/open-access-mental-health

12/08/2026

🚨 NEW WORKSHOP LAUNCH! 🚨
Understanding Neurodiversity: The Teenage Years

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new workshop from Behaviour Support Hub for parents and carers across Wales.

The teenage years can bring huge changes.
Growing independence.
Changing friendships.
Increased expectations at school.
Big emotions.
New pressures and social expectations.

For neurodivergent teenagers, these changes can sometimes feel overwhelming — and for parents and carers, understanding what is happening and knowing how best to help can be challenging too.

Our new Understanding Neurodiversity: The Teenage Years workshop has been created to help you make sense of some of these changes and explore practical ways to support your teenager.

During this 2.5-hour online workshop, we'll explore:

🔹 Emotional regulation, anxiety and mental wellbeing
🔹 Executive functioning and growing independence
🔹 Friendships, relationships and social expectations
🔹 Masking, identity and self-esteem
🔹 School challenges, attendance and transitions
🔹 Communication, wellbeing and practical support strategies

We'll look at the teenage years from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective, recognising that every young person is different.

📅 Wednesday 28th October 2026
🕙 10:00am – 12:30pm
💻 Online
🎟️ FREE
👥 For parents and carers in Wales

Whether your teenager has a diagnosis, is waiting for assessment or you're beginning to explore whether they may be neurodivergent, you're welcome to join us.

This is the first time we're running this workshop, and we'd love you to be part of the launch.

👉 Find out more and book your place:
https://behavioursupporthub.org.uk/programme/understanding-neurodiversity-teenage-years/?target=parents

📢 Please share this post with a parent or carer who may find it helpful.

12/08/2026

07/08/2026

We are Your Local Mind 💙

Visit our website for information on our mental health & wellbeing support services, to contact us or to donate: www.ctmmind.org.uk

✉️[email protected]



Mind Cymru

21/07/2026

💙

Local Veterans' Hubs and Support Groups Across CTM

If you're a veteran, reservist, or member of the Armed Forces community, there are a number of welcoming support groups across Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend where you can connect with others, access support and share experiences.

Whether you're looking for advice, friendship, wellbeing support, or simply a chat over a cup of tea, help is available in your local community.

📍 Bridgend
Bridgend Veterans Breakfast Club
The Haywain, Coychurch Road, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2AP
📅 Second Saturday of every month
📞 01656 530228

📍 Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Valley Veterans
Merthyr Tydfil Labour Club, 1 Court Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8DU
📅 Tuesday | 10:00am – 12:00pm
📞 07903 417048

📍 Cynon Valley
Cynon Valley Veterans
Darran Las Community Centre, Mountain Ash, CF45 3RJ
📅 Monday | 10:00am – 12:00pm
📞 07960 411039

📍 Pontypridd & Taff Ely
Taff Ely Veterans
Library Court, Poplar Road, Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd, CF37 5LX
📅 Wednesday | 9:30am – 11:30am
📞 07913 355911

Pontypridd Hub for Veterans
Calon Taf, Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd, CF37 4PF
📅 Friday | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
📞 07429 447172

📍 Rhondda

Valley Veterans
Ton & Gelli Community Centre, Dinam Park, Ton Pentre, CF41 7DX
📅 Thursday | 10:00am – 12:00pm
📞 07733 896128
🌐 www.valleyveterans.org

Rhondda Fach Veterans
Maerdy Surgery, Maerdy, Ferndale, CF43 4DD
📅 Friday (fortnightly) | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
📞 07752 208932

Free Armed Forces Monthly Lunch
The Lighthouse Project, Prichard Street, Tonyrefail, CF39 8PA
📅 3rd Thursday of every month | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📞 07503 189746

For more information on local support groups and services for veterans, reservists and members of the Armed Forces community, visit:

🔗 https://ctmuhb.nhs.wales/about-us/ctm2030-community-hub/ctm2030-community-leaders-network/

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with anyone who may benefit. 💙🎖️

Canolfannau a Grwpiau Cymorth Cyn-filwyr Lleol Ar Draws CTM

Os ydych chi'n gyn-filwr, yn filwr wrth gefn, neu'n aelod o gymuned y Lluoedd Arfog, mae nifer o grwpiau cymorth croesawgar ar draws Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tudful a Phen-y-bont ar Ogwr lle gallwch gysylltu ag eraill, cael mynediad at gymorth a rhannu profiadau.

P'un a ydych chi'n chwilio am gyngor, cyfeillgarwch, cymorth lles, neu sgwrs dros baned, mae cymorth ar gael yn eich cymuned leol.

📍 Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr
Clwb Brecwast Cyn-filwyr Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr
Lleoliad: The Haywain, Heol Coety, Bracla, Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr, CF31 2AP
Pryd: Ail ddydd Sadwrn pob mis, 9:15am
Ffôn: 01656 530228

📍 Merthyr Tudful
Grŵp Cyn-filwyr Dyffryn Merthyr
Lleoliad: Clwb Llafur Merthyr Tudful, 1 Stryd y Llys, Merthyr Tudful, CF47 8DU
Pryd: Dydd Mawrth, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Ffôn: 07903 417048



📍 Cwm Cynon
Grŵp Cyn-filwyr Cwm Cynon
Lleoliad: Canolfan Gymunedol y Darran Las, Aberpennar, CF45 3RJ
Pryd: Dydd Llun, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Ffôn: 07960 411039



📍 Pontypridd a Thaf Elái
Canolfan i Gyn-filwyr Pontypridd
Lleoliad: Calon Taf, Parc Coffa Ynysangharad, Pontypridd, CF37 4PF
Pryd: Dydd Gwener, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ffôn: 07429 447172

Grŵp Cyn-filwyr Taf Elái
Lleoliad: Llys y Llyfrgell, Heol y Poplys, Rhydfelen, Pontypridd, CF37 5LX
Pryd: Dydd Mercher, 9:30am – 11:30am
Ffôn: 07913 355911



📍 Rhondda
Valley Veterans
Lleoliad: Canolfan Gymuned Ton a Gelli, Parc Dinam, Ton Pentre, CF41 7DX
Pryd: Dydd Iau, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Ffôn: 07733 896128
Gwefan: www.valleyveterans.org

Grŵp Cyn-filwyr Rhondda Fach

Lleoliad: Meddygfa'r Maerdy, Maerdy, Glynrhedynog, CF43 4DD
Pryd: Bob yn ail ddydd Gwener, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Ffôn: 07752 208932

📍 Tonyrefail
Cinio Misol am ddim i Gymuned y Lluoedd Arfog
Lleoliad: The Lighthouse Project, Stryd Prichard, Tonyrefail, CF39 8PA
Pryd: Trydydd dydd Iau pob mis, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Ffôn: 07503 189746

Am ragor o wybodaeth am grwpiau cymorth lleol a gwasanaethau ar gyfer cyn-filwyr, milwyr wrth gefn ac aelodau o gymuned y Lluoedd Arfog, ewch i:

🔗 https://bipctm.gig.cymru/amdanom-ni/hafan-gymunedol-ctm2030/rhwydwaith-arweinwyr-cymunedol-ctm2030/

Helpwch ni i ledaenu'r gair trwy rannu'r post hwn gydag unrhyw un a allai elwa. 💙🎖️