Nick and Sally - Hitchin Town Square

Nick and Sally pose during a break between visits to our stall from other local charities and community groups and members of the public. Very busy and tiring but so rewarding for all.

Now we really feel part of the local community. Everyone making us feel very welcome and eager to hear about our plans to support local people.

Lou and Sally - at The Safe Haven tent

Lou and Sally - in front of our mental health focused stall in Hitchin town square. The sun came out and so did the good people of Hitchin. A busy morning was had by all : )

Safe Haven Cafe goes live in Hitchin

Sally, Nick and Lou on their first Safe Haven Cafe stall in Hitchin town square. We were invited to be part of the Health and Wellbeing event organised by Tilehouse Rotary Club in Hitchin.

what you don't know about depression

Response to our post

Andrew, Kate and Harry on Mental Health

Our response to the royals belated recognition of the importance of mental health as a major public health issue. They want more talk but we've had enough talk - however well meaning. More money to resource and staff mental health services across the country. An end to the MH lottery - where some get rapid support & help and some don't. And a range of support options including mindfulness, and peer support to enable sustained & supported recovery.

#WhatYouDontSee

#WhatYouDontSee is the Lies your brain keeps feeding you.

Lies you're too ill or tired to question

Posted by us as part of the Blurt Foundation Depression Awareness Week. 

Top 5 Regrets of the Dying

As heard by a hospice worker. It's a bracing list - and a useful one for anyone recovering from a major mental ill health crisis.

What People Think Being Highly Sensitive Means

Great graphic comparing what sensitive means to some e.g. overly emotional etc with what it actually means

Our launch day at The Groundworks cafe, Hitchin

Looking relaxed (sort of) during our launch event on Monday 18th at The Groundworks in Hitchin. The start of our grand new venture!

Depression Awareness Week

Blurt Foundation have launched their #whatyoudontsee campaign. Depression can hit anyone, at any time, regardless of age, gender, and personal circumstance. It’s an invisible illness: you can’t tell from the outside who is suffering. For more on their campaign visit here