West Sussex Mind

01/11/2026

To anyone struggling this weekend, please remember you are not alone.⁠
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Help is available 24/7 to anyone in need 💜⁠
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31/10/2026

We're reaching out to see whether any talented crafters in our community would be willing to donate high-quality handmade items that we could sell as Christmas gifts at our upcoming fundraising events!

Perhaps you know someone who enjoys knitting scarves, creating stunning ceramics, making jewellery, or producing other handcrafted gifts. If so, we'd be incredibly grateful if you could ask whether they would consider donating some of their creations to support West Sussex Mind.

Every item sold will help us raise vital funds to support local people experiencing mental health challenges this winter.

If this sounds like the job for you, please either email [email protected] or send us a DM!

30/10/2026

The most helpful learning can come from someone who understands the reality of what you are going through.

Our Experts by Experience series brings parents and carers together with guest speakers who combine lived experience with professional knowledge. Each session offers reliable information, practical insights and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar experiences.

Following a recent event, one participant told us:

‘Best course I've been on in a long time. The presenter was so knowledgeable and relatable. You really can't beat lived experience with learning.’

With West Sussex Mind’s Parenting Service, you can:
• gain practical ideas to support family life
• learn from speakers with lived and professional experience
• connect with parents and carers who understand
• feel better informed and less alone in the challenges you face

If you are a parent or carer looking for information, insight or connection, explore our forthcoming Experts by Experience events:

Parental Self-Care and Avoiding Burn Out
Wednesday 25 November, Online
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003505970290?aff=oddtdtcreator

Supporting Children and Young People with Anxiety
Wednesday 16 December, Online
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003814859185?aff=oddtdtcreator

You can also follow West Sussex Mind on Eventbrite to hear about new events as soon as they are announced.

30/10/2026

Looking for a feel-good way to get into the festive spirit while doing something amazing for your community? Our Mental Elf Festive Fun Run is back on 29 November – a super-fun 5km or 2km challenge suitable for all abilities 🧝🏻

Get your elf ears on and run or walk along Worthing seafront to raise money for West Sussex Mind. Choose 5km or 2km distances (ticket options available with and without a fundraising target) - with discounts for families and under-16s.

Includes live choir and Samba band, refreshments and children's activities for a morning of Christmas cheer. Bring the whole family!

🏃🏾‍♀️Registration from 9am at Beach House Grounds outside Splashpoint, free warm-up at 10.15am and first wave of runners starts at 10.30am.

Sign up now!

Mental Elf Festive Fun Run is open to all — people of all ages and abilities, such as runners, walkers, families (buggies), teams, wheelchair users and…

29/10/2026

Are you an experienced team leader who is passionate about supporting people who feel that their mental health has reached a breaking point? We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and resilient Deputy Service Manager to help us run our out of hours crisis drop-in. Interested? For more information: https://www.westsussexmind.org/jobs/deputy-service-manager-crisis-cafe

28/10/2026

Bring the festive magic and help raise funds for your local mental health charity! 🎄

We're looking for volunteer Father Christmases to join our event at Goddenwick Farm, Haywards Heath for a few hours one weekend from end of November to mid-December.🤩🎅🏼

Could that be you? Outfits provided and a team of Elves to join you!

For more info and to apply - https://www.westsussexmind.org/volunteer-roles/father-christmas-elves-wanted or follow the Volunteer With Us link in bio

Thanks to all the Elves who have joined up so far - it's been great to have so much support!

28/10/2026

Everyone needs help sometimes 💜

Reaching out can feel daunting, but you don't have to take the next step on your own.

Whatever you're going through, you deserve support.

There are people who can help you, whether that's friends, family or professional support services.

27/10/2026

Don't miss out on the festive fun! ⁠Book your place in the Mental Elf Festive Fun Run today!⁠
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Every step helps us support mental health and wellbeing across West Sussex, helping ensure no one has to face a mental health problem alone 🩵⁠
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🎟️ Sign up below: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/MentalElfFestiveFunRun2026 ⁠
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Thank you to DHM Stallard and Aspire Residential for your continued sponsorship!

26/10/2026

We’re in the customer vote for a Tesco Fruit & Veg grants. It’s a scheme which gives community projects like us grants of up to £1,500.

It is a great opportunity to raise funds for Families in Mind, a project that supports the mental health and wellbeing of parents with young children.

Vote for us until the end of November at:

💙 Tesco Extra, Holmbush Centre, BN43 6TD
💙 Tesco Express, Upper Shoreham Rd, BN43 6BE

So next time you're shopping, help support local mental health with your blue token!

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25/10/2026

No one should have to face a mental health problem alone.

Crisis Support is available at Staying Well Worthing 💚

Methold House, North Street, Worthing BN11 1DU

Weekdays - 5pm to 10.30pm
Weekends - 3pm to 10.30pm