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Hello all and welcome to the June GSPP newsletter - I hope this finds you well.
This is another bumper issue, and I hope some of what's included is helpful. If you have anything you'd like to share in a future newsletter, or if you want to be added to be added to the distribution list (please do share this with anyone who might find it of use) get in touch.
Take care, Nicky
More training courses* coming soon!
I wanted to forewarn you about some more mental health, suicide prevention, and other related training courses* we'll be organising in the near future. Hopefully you're aware that our Healthy Lifestyles Service coordinates our core training offer* of regular ASIST and MHFA (adult 2-day and Awareness half-day) courses. In addition to these courses, the public mental health team are organising the next round of free* courses, some of which will be additional dates of the courses listed above, and some are different courses. Find out more...
* Please note that eligibility criteria applies to all the above training: you must be working or volunteering for public or VCS sector organisations/community groups and come across members of the public. Get in touch for more information.
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Mental Wellbeing Helpline for Adults Survey - we need your views!
Over the last 2+ years, the Public Mental Health Team at Gloucestershire County Council have been working closely with partners, stakeholders and communities to understand the impact on mental wellbeing following the changes and challenges all of us have experienced.
It has been clear that many people have struggled with their mental wellbeing and that more people are seeking support for this. In order to help meet this need, additional funding has been allocated to enable us to commission early intervention support for mental wellbeing. We are now seeking views from the public about our proposals, as we want to ensure that our future plans meet the needs of our residents. Please do share this survey with anyone who might find it of interest/want to share their views (young people and adults). The survey closes on 20th July.
The survey is available in a multitude of languages (click on the arrow on the top-right of the online survey and select the required language). Paper copies are also available via email publichealth@gloucestershire.gov.uk or telephone 01452 583 795 or 01452 426 212.
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Young Minds news
The May newsletter includes new tips and resources for those who work in youth clubs, coach or help with extra curricular activates, supporting young people; help with exam stress; guide to self-care and more.
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Suicide Bereavement UK news
Suicide Bereavement (SB) UK and Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust are collaborating for the 11th year running to host a hybrid (face to face and live-stream) annual international suicide bereavement conference in Manchester. More information and how to register.
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Supporting Ukraine
Locally:
Gloucestershire County Council is working with the six district councils and GARAS (Gloucestershire Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers) to support Ukrainian nationals fleeing the war who have been offered a place to stay in the county. The council has pulled together information and resources which might be of help.
Elsewhere:
The IASC has produced a range of resources to help with the mental health and psychosocial support as part of the humanitarian response in Ukraine and neighbouring countries. The resources are accessible in a range of languages including English, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian, Russian,
Slovakian, and Ukrainian.
Barnardo's provide a helpline supporting those who have been impacted by the war in Ukraine. This includes free counselling and practical support for families with a friendly advisor.
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New support for patients experiencing a mental health crisis
People who are attending the Emergency Departments (EDs) at Gloucester Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital as a result of a mental health crisis can pick up a card to pass to staff, avoiding the need to discuss this in a busy reception area. The simple cards are designed to prevent further stress to those experiencing a mental health crisis and enable them to feel that they have arrived in a safe space. Cards can be picked up in the reception areas at both the EDs. Find out more here...
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Support at the Cavern
Support at The Cavern provides face-to-face listening support, low level interventions such as board games and adult colouring, inclusive activities and offers a supportive environment. Find out more here...
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Proud to Learn training news
Find out the latest training available (update sent on 17th June). Courses available include Safeguarding Adults, Mental Health Crisis Care Awareness - For Unpaid Carers, and more. Sign up to receive these weekly updates.
Please note you do not have to be a Gloucestershire County Council employee to attend some of these courses.
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Suicide Crisis news
The latest news from Suicide Crisis which includes:
- All Party Parliamentary Group on Suicide and Self Harm Prevention
- “You have mental capacity” - raised with the Minister for Care and Mental Health
- How to create innovative and impactful suicide crisis services
- All Party Parliamentary Group on Complex Needs and Dual Diagnosis
- High numbers of parents of children under CAMHS contact us for advice and support
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Sunflowers Suicide Support news
Over the next few months, Sunflowers Suicide Support have a arranged a series of events. Find out more here...
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Healthy Workplaces news
In the June newsletter there are updates on Men's Health Week; an invitation to join the Gloucestershire Employer Forum; financial wellbeing for your employees and more.
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Healthwatch Gloucestershire news
The latest news includes their report on the health care experiences of the deaf and hearing impaired community; an update on their priorities for 2022 - 23; events, information and more.
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Samaritans news
In the latest news you can read updates on how they're celebrating and thanking their amazing volunteers, how you can boost your wellbeing with nature, information on how you can volunteer, and more.
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Centre for Mental Health news
The latest news includes updates on their project in which people shared first-hand accounts of the pandemic and its impact on their mental health (A Year in Our Lives), actions that government could take in the forthcoming white paper to tackle mental health disparities and more.
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HOPELINE UK De-brief service for those supporting the suicidal
A reminder that PAPYRUS offers a debriefing service for those (GPs, teachers, first responders, frontline workers, volunteers etc.) who are supporting others who have shared suicidal thoughts, intent, or has attempted suicide. This service enables you to talk through your own thoughts and feelings, maybe how you handled the incident, what you did well, or what you might need more support with. You can find out more in this video. To access this support, contact the HOPELINEUK service via telephone: 0800 068 4141, email: pat@papyrus-uk.org or text: 07860 039 967.
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Stop Loan Sharks news
The spring newsletter includes news and information on latest arrests, case studies and findings from the Centre for Social Justice report. It also features some amazing POCA projects that are making a positive difference in communities and protecting those most at risk. (Trigger warnings: include themes of violence, suicide and content that some may find upsetting).
Could YOU spot a loan shark? - As many as 1.08 million people in England could be in debt to an illegal money lender, commonly known as a loan shark – over 700,000 more than previous estimates – a leading think-tank has found as the cost of living crisis bites on family budgets. It is more important than ever that we get the message across that the Illegal Money Lending Team are here to help people who might find themselves in this situation. Find out more about the free online training sessions and book your place.
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Latest blog from The Churchill Fellowship
A whole school approach to emotional wellbeing - In the last few years, society has been through turbulent times, with the wellbeing of our school communities significantly affected. Yet the research tells us that we function better when we feel safe, nurtured and connected. In short, children learn, grow, and flourish in environments that support relationships.
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Alcohol Change UK news
The latest news includes information on their new e-learning course: how you can support colleagues who might be drinking at harmful levels; and more.
The first national Blue Light conference will take place online on 18 October 2022. The event will introduce their Blue Light Project: how it works, and how you can start implementing it in your local area. Speakers will be sharing expertise and experience about engaging with highly vulnerable, dependent drinkers, and supporting them to turn their lives around.
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GHLL PSHE Bulletin
The June PSHE Bulletin includes resources to help celebrate School Diversity Week; new wellbeing resources, resources to support young people through exam season, and more.
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Suicide Bereaved Community
The SBC summer get together involved a visit round Tewkesbury, and if you are an adult that has been affected by suicide and would like to connect with others who have also experienced this type of bereavement, get in touch with Trish or Debs for more information.
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The Wellbeing Line news
The latest news includes updates on Men's Health Week, Long Covid and more.
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Introducing the new podcast series: Reach In, Reach Out
The new podcast series from IASP aims to encourage understanding around the complexities of suicide, reduce the stigma surrounding the topic and spark meaningful conversations. Join Professor Rory O'Connor and guests Professor Jane Pirkis and Professor Michiko Ueda-Ballmer for the first episode as they discuss suicide prevention in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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In the news...
Black people more lonely than general population, says new study - data from the Mental Health Foundation suggests one in three black people have experienced feelings of loneliness, compared to one in four of the general population.
Report blasts "manipulative" video game loot boxes - gamers are being "manipulated" into spending large sums of money on these virtual boxes (the contents which are only revealed through either game play or by making a payment). Critics say these boxes are a form of gambling.
University students are far lonelier than other adults - almost one in four students are lonely most or all of the time (compared to one in 20 of the general population).
Stone balancing: Using a challenge against physics to defy depression - "It certainly helps me cope with depression, it can be very meditative... just to be able to free your mind, sit and focus..."
Tebay Services to create therapy garden to boost mental health - a therapeutic garden is to be created next to a service station on the M6 to help those with mental health problems.
Somerset health hubs for farmers launched - new hubs are tackling farmers' mental health issues, deemed as "one of the biggest threats to the industry".
Loneliness: Adopt a Grandparent scheme flies but NI charities warn of 'legacy' - a new scheme in Northern Ireland, which aims to set volunteers up as pen pals for elderly people, has proved so popular it received more than 1,000 applications in less than 24 hours.
Mental health: Genetics service to help patients and families - people with certain genetic alterations have a much greater risk of developing serious conditions such as schizophrenia, according to research. A new NHS Wales service, the first of its kind in the UK, offers patients and families access to counselling and, where appropriate, genetic testing. It is hoped this will lead to better care and treatments.
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