Mental Health Awareness Week is hosted every May by the Mental Health Foundation. Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 will take place from the 15th-21st of May, this year focusing on the theme of Anxiety.
Anxiety is a normal emotion in us all, but sometimes it can get out of control and become a mental health problem.
Lots of things can lead to feelings of anxiety, including exam pressures, relationships, starting a new job (or losing one) or other big life events.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems we can face. In a recent mental health survey carried out around stress, anxiety and hopelessness over personal finances, a quarter of adults said they felt so anxious that it stopped them from doing the things they want to do some or all of the time.
On a positive note, anxiety can be made easier to manage.
Focusing on anxiety for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week will increase people’s awareness and understanding of anxiety by providing information on the things that can help prevent it from becoming a problem.
As well as the national events, Derbyshire County Council have been working with local partners in Chesterfield to support Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 and incorporate the theme of Anxiety.
This includes free virtual and face to face sessions and activities throughout Mental Health Awareness week, please see the timetable below.
13th May
Compassionate Voices CIC – This is ME:
10.30am- 1.30pm at the Hub, Low Pavements, Chesterfield, S40 1PB
This is ME (This is how it should be) is a FREE 2 session workshop for girls 11-16 years. This is ME Workshop & journal helps girls discuss body image, anxiety, depression, panic attacks and the after effects from the COVID pandemic much more easily.
The journal’s 16 sections will take attendees on a step by step journey, asking easy questions to enable discussion about emotions and fears. The workshop/journal also focuses on positivity and discusses future hopes and aspirations.
Refreshments included.
Follow the link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/this-is-me-this-is-how-it-should-be-tickets-606473637977
This is ME workshop information
15th May
Derbyshire Recovery & Peer Support Service – Natter Café:
(1pm-2.30pm) The Hub, Low Pavements, Chesterfield, S40 1PB
This is a weekly Natter Café particularly suitable for older people needing support with their mental health. The group is for those who are in need of a little extra support or want to feel less isolated and make new friends. The group is a relaxed drop in style with free refreshments, no need to book.
For more information, please email DerbyshireRecoveryPeerSupportService@rethink.org
Compassionate Voices CIC – ‘Funny & Fantastique’:
1.30pm-2.30pm Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road, S40 4QU
Join Sharon Bull from Compassionate Voices CIC during Mental Health Awareness Week for her ‘Funny & Fantastique’ talks at various venues across Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire.
Please follow the link to book your FREE place. These talks are open to everyone and are not just inclusive to women.
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/funny-fantastique-1968649
-Sharon Bull Funny and fantastique talks
16th May
Derbyshire Recovery & Peer Support Service – Wellbeing Hub:
(10.30am-12.30pm) Chesterfield Library
This is a wellbeing hub that happens every Tuesday at Chesterfield Library. If you are unsure of where to turn, or what support service you need or who to talk to, go in and see them. One of their workers will listen to you, and you can talk through your options together. No referral needed just pop in and say hello.
For more information advice or support please call 01773 734989
Wellbeing Hub Chesterfield Library
Mindscapes:
10am to 1pm at The Hub, Low Pavements, Chesterfield, S40 1PB
This is photography using a mindfulness approach, delivered in a peer support environment. Any phone or camera welcome and no experience needed. Tuesday 16th May. The group gets together every Tuesday morning.
Compassionate Voices CIC – ‘Funny & Fantastique’:
1.00pm-2.00pm Clay Cross Hub at Gladstone Tea rooms, S45 9JN
Sharon Bulls Funny and Fantastique Talk.
Open to all.
Follow link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/funny-fantastique-1968649
Derbyshire Adult Community Education Session – Natural remedies to calm a nervy mind:
6.00pm-7.00pm-(Online)
Essential oils have many therapeutic uses, and this session will look at key oils and remedies that are particularly useful in relieving stress and anxiety.
To reserve a place please use this link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/natural-remedies-to-calm-a-stressed-mind-tickets-622572269417
or to ask any further questions about the session please contact
Lisa Cooper via email lisa.cooper@daces.derbyshire.gov.uk who will be leading this session
17th May
Derbyshire Adult Community Education Session – Pilates and Meditation for a calmer outlook:
9.30am-10.30am at The Hunloke Centre, Church Street South, Chesterfield, S40 2TF
A session that looks at calming anxiety now and longer term
To reserve a place please use this link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pilates-and-meditation-for-a-calmer-outlook-tickets-622564024757
or to ask any further questions about the session please contact
Suzanne Lister by email suzanne.lister@daces.derbyshire.gov.uk who will be leading this session
Hobby talk:
Chesterfield Football Club, 7pm-9pm
Hobby-Talk is a hobby group run by men, for men, who feel isolated or who have mental illnesses.
On Wednesday 17th May they will be hosting a mental health and wellness evening just for men at Chesterfield Football Club, 7pm-9pm. They will be promoting relaxation techniques, calmness, inner healing and self-forgiveness. They will be having two special guests, one doing a guided meditation and the other doing Reiki on anybody who wishes to try this for free.
If you are interested in finding out more about Hobby Talk please contact Wayne Pearson at hthobbytalk@gmail.com
Arts and Minds:
The Hub, Low Pavements, Chesterfield, S40 1PB
Join in with all sorts of easy arty activities, hosted by Ian every Wednesday at The Hub, Low Pavements, Chesterfield, S40 1PB. No appointment needed, drop-in anytime. Free!
Renew Cross Street Café:
(10.00am-2pm) In the church hall at Chesterfield Baptist Church Cross Street, Chesterfield S40 4ST
A quiet shared space where its okay to not be okay. Open every Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm for chat, shared hobbies and company, or just sit quietly with a cuppa. Pop in for a few minutes or stay for the morning. All welcome. For more information check out RenewCrossStreet on Facebook, email RenewCrossStreet@gmail.com or leave a voicemail on our church phone: 01246 221105
Compassionate Voices CIC – ‘Funny & Fantastique’:
1.30pm-2.30pm Grassmoor Community Centre, S42 5EE
Sharon Bulls Funny and Fantastique Talk.
Open to all.
Follow link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/funny-fantastique-1968649
18th May
Compassionate Voices CIC – ‘Funny & Fantastique’:
12.30pm-2.30pm at Killamarsh Active, Stanley Street, S21 1EL
Sharon Bulls Funny and Fantastique Talk.
Open to all.
Follow link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/funny-fantastique-1968649
19th May
Derbyshire Adult Community Education Session – Relax your back, relax your mind:
10.00am-11.00am Online Session
45min+ on back-care and how stretching and gaining confidence in moving reduces anxiety.
To reserve a place please use this link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/relax-your-back-relax-your-mind-tickets-622509702277
or to ask any further questions about the session please email
Nick.hodgson@derbyshire.gov.uk who will be leading this session
Compassionate Voices CIC – ‘Funny & Fantastique’:
10.30am-12.30pm The Hub, Low Pavements, S40 1PB
Sharon Bulls Funny and Fantastique Talk.
Open to all.
Follow link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/funny-fantastique-1968649
20th May
ThinkFest!
(10am-3pm) Vicar Lane, Chesterfield Town Centre
Thinkfest! is back and is looking to be bigger and better than ever!
ThinkFest! 2023 is an opportunity to show the public the services available to them, accompanied by a line-up of amazing performers, live music, workshops and panels.
ThinkFest! is for anyone of any age.
The event is free of charge, so come down and enjoy a day dedicated to showing that Derbyshire cares about Mental Health. No need to book, just turn up on the day. For more information, please contact georgiabirdfoundation@gmail.com
Compassionate Voices CIC – This is ME:
10.30am-1.30pm at The Hub, Low Pavements, S40 1PB
Part 2 of This is ME workshop for 11-16 year old girls.
Refreshments included.
Follow the link to book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/this-is-me-this-is-how-it-should-be-tickets-606473637977