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We are an alliance of mental health organisations who have come together to provide 24/7 support to adults in Somerset.

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💛 Lived experience is at the heart of everything we do, helping ensure our services and communications are relevant, meaningful and supportive.

As a partnership of local organisations working alongside Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Somerset Integrated Care Board and Somerset Council, we're here to provide support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Take a few minutes to watch the video and find out more about the support available across Somerset.

#MentalHealthSupport #Somerset #MentalHealthMatters #ExpertsByExperience #Coproduction by @openmentalhlth

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2 days ago

Did you know it was World Mental Health Day on the 10th of October? This year, the World Health Organisation focused on people with lived experience of mental health conditions and called on organisations worldwide to use their knowledge and expertise to improve mental health services.

At Open Mental Health, we listen to and act on the voices of people with lived experience. Our Expert by Experience Leaders help to shape our services, policies, and decisions.

Their expertise comes from the lives they’ve lived and what they’ve been through. An "expert by training" gains knowledge by studying a subject, while our Expert by Experience Leaders gain knowledge through direct, personal experience of mental ill health.

One member of the team said, “An Expert by Experience Leader in Open Mental Health is someone who’s had their own struggle with mental illness and reached a point in their life where they’d like to use that experience to help other people and help the mental health system.”

In 2024-2025, nine Expert by Experience Leaders contributed 1,755 hours of their time across 19 workstreams.

As another Expert by Experience Leader said, “Being part of this transformation fills me with an immense sense of pride as we work together to break down barriers and build a system that truly serves those who need it most.”

If you are finding things difficult right now, remember support is available in Somerset. Read more about the services available from Open Mental Health in our latest article: https://bit.ly/WMHD-26 (link in bio)

#Somerset #LivedExperience #MentalHealth #CoProduction by @openmentalhlth

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4 days ago

It's easy to put our mental wellbeing at the bottom of the pile when we’re busy trying to keep up with everything in life. We might push worries aside just to get through the day and ignore any signs we’re struggling. It’s World Mental Health Day this weekend, and we’d like to encourage you to prioritise your mental health.

One important thing to keep in mind: you don’t have to sit with heavy feelings in silence. If you are experiencing mental health difficulties, we’re here to help. Mindline Somerset offers support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on 01823 276892 or freephone 0800 138 1692.

Click the link in our bio to read our latest article and learn more about the support options available to you.

https://bit.ly/WMHD-26 by @openmentalhlth

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6 days ago

Sometimes we might feel that our emotions are becoming a bit too much to handle, and that can make it hard to get through the day.

If you’re looking for a bit of extra help, this new 10-week Managing Emotions Course might be just what you need. It’s an online space where you can learn practical skills to help you feel more in control. Because it’s run like a class rather than a therapy group, it’s a very relaxed way to learn. The next course starts on 13th October.

The idea is for everyone to feel comfortable, so you can choose to keep your camera off and you don't have to speak if you don't want to.

The course is open to any adult living in Somerset. If you'd like to join or just want a bit more information, email: managingemotions@somersetFT.nhs.uk or check out https://bit.ly/managing-emotions-course

#communitymentalhealth #somerset #freecourse by @openmentalhlth

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12 days ago

If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties with their mental health, we are here to help. Open Mental Health offers support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that adults living in Somerset and struggling with poor mental health can access the right support at the right time.

If you need to speak to someone, please contact our team at Mindline Somerset locally on 01823 276892 or freephone 0800 138 1692.

Mindline Live Web Chat is available every day from 8 pm to 11 pm on our website: openmentalhealth.org.uk. Click on the link in our bio.

#somerset #mentalhealthsupport by @openmentalhlth

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14 days ago

TDAH! is the @balsalmcentre peer-support group for women with diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD.

It’s a safe, confidential space where women can get support and share their experiences with others. Those who attend say they appreciate the group’s openness, and that they find it helpful to share tips and strategies with each other.

They get together next on the 13th October and on the second Tuesday of every month

You can just turn up this evening, or get in touch with on 01963 31842 or info@balsamcentre.org.uk if you have any questions.

#wincanton #peersupport #adhd by @openmentalhlth

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17 days ago

If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties with their mental health, we are here to help. Open Mental Health offers support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that adults living in Somerset and struggling with poor mental health can access the right support at the right time.

If you need to speak to someone, please contact our team at Mindline Somerset locally on 01823 276892 or freephone 0800 138 1692.

Mindline South West Live Web Chat is available on our website 24/7.

#somerset #mentalhealthsupport by @openmentalhlth

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20 days ago

Crisis Safe Space offers a warm, calm, and supportive alternative to going to A&E during a mental health crisis. It’s straightforward and easy to arrange an appointment with a compassionate team member who will listen without judgment and work with you to find a way forward.

We have shared a video to explain exactly how it works and how we can support you.

Read more: https://bit.ly/sallys-css-story, link in bio.

#mentalhealthsupport #somerset #openmentalhealth by @openmentalhlth

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a month ago

💛 Sometimes we might feel that our emotions are becoming a bit too much to handle, and that can make it hard to get through the day.

If you’re looking for a bit of extra help, this new 10-week Managing Emotions Course might be just what you need. It’s an online space where you can learn practical skills to help you feel more in control. Because it’s run like a class rather than a therapy group, it’s a very relaxed way to learn.

The idea is for everyone to feel comfortable, so you can choose to keep your camera off and you don't have to speak if you don't want to.

The next 10 week course starts on 13th October.

Open to any adult living in Somerset. If you'd like to join or just want a bit more information, email: managingemotions@somersetFT.nhs.uk or check out https://bit.ly/managing-emotions-course

#communitymentalhealth #somerset #freecourse by @openmentalhlth

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💛 Lived experience is at the heart of everything we do, helping ensure our services and communications are relevant, meaningful and supportive.

As a partnership of local organisations working alongside Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Somerset Integrated Care Board and Somerset Council, we're here to provide support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Take a few minutes to watch the video and find out more about the support available across Somerset.

#MentalHealthSupport #Somerset #MentalHealthMatters #ExpertsByExperience #Coproduction by @openmentalhlth

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a month ago

Crisis Safe Space is an out-of-hours service for people really struggling with their mental health. Instead of going to A&E, you can arrange a one-to-one session with a team member who will listen and help. You can refer yourself or someone you’re concerned about. These safe spaces are supportive environments where people experiencing a mental health crisis can seek assistance in a calm, secure, and understanding atmosphere.

Access this service by visiting: https://bit.ly/crisis-safe-space-somerset or click the get urgent help link in our bio.

#somerset #mentalhealthcrisis #safespace by @openmentalhlth

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a month ago

Many of us look for gentle ways to improve our mental wellbeing, whether that is picking up a new skill or simply finding a space to meet new people. Our Open Mental Health partners run a variety of online groups and courses designed to offer that sense of community we sometimes miss when things are tough.

There is a lot to choose from, including workshops to help us manage our emotions, arts and crafts, and even games. We find that having these small, regular connections can make a big difference.

Check out the link in our bio or visit bit.ly/omh-groups

#vcse #somerset #mentalhealthrecovery by @openmentalhlth

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