Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards 2026: Celebrating the people making a difference to mental health The inspiring individuals, organisations and community projects making a positive difference to mental health and wellbeing across the region have been celebrated at the 2026 Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards. A total of 45 winners from across Bexley, Bromley, Kent
Dr David Palmer elected Chair of Mind in London We are delighted to share that Dr David Palmer, our CEO, has been elected Chair of Mind in London, the partnership of local Minds working together to make sure every Londoner experiencing mental health problems gets the support and respect they deserve. David has
New Singing for Wellbeing choir for people affected by cancer Mind in Bexley is launching a new Singing for Wellbeing choir, bringing people together to enjoy music, build confidence and experience the wellbeing benefits of singing as part of a group. If cancer has touched your life, whether you are
Dave’s experience with the Suicide Bereavement Service: “You are not the only person carrying this pain” People who lose a loved one to suicide can face an increased risk of suicide themselves, but support such as that provided by the South East London Suicide Bereavement Service helps people navigate their grief and reduce
Singing for Wellbeing session brings Bexley mums together Fifteen local mums enjoyed an uplifting afternoon of music, conversation and connection at a Singing for Wellbeing workshop organised by Mindful Mums Bexley. The session took place at Danson Children’s Centre in Bexleyheath on Monday 6 July and was hosted by Aimee Gardner from MotherEase.
Reflecting on Refugee Week through poetry, compassion and community At Mind in Bexley and East Kent, we believe in the power of community, kindness and understanding. Refugee Week took place between 15–21 June and provided an important opportunity to reflect on the experiences of people who have been forced to leave their homes,
New July to September Recovery College Prospectus Now Available Mind in Bexley has published the latest edition of our Recovery College Prospectus, featuring a wide range of free courses, groups and workshops taking place from July to September 2026. With summer months ahead, the new programme includes opportunities to get outdoors, connect with
Care Is Something You Carry – Carers Week 2026 Written by Dr David Palmer As Carers Week highlights the contribution of millions of unpaid carers across the UK, I reflect on eight years of oral history interviews that revealed the hidden realities of mental health caring and inspired a public exhibition and
Trusted Spaces: Where People Start to Talk An exhibition exploring conversations, connection, and care in everyday places - supporting mental wellbeing and early suicide prevention Bexley Civic Offices 2 Watling Street, DA6 7AT From 11th May
New research about our Bexley Crisis Cafe has been published We’re proud to share our newly published study in the journal Advances in Mental Health, based on the Bexley Crisis Cafe — a community-led, out-of-hours mental health service rethinking how crisis care is delivered. Drawing on the experiences of 81 residents, the research shows
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