IT’S Mental Health Awareness Week – and the theme this year is “community” and how it can provide a boost to mental health and wellbeing with a special film showcasing at Cineworld.
Being part of a community and having strong connections with other people can provide a sense of belonging, safety and support in hard times – and Warrington has plenty to offer.
There are groups or activities at the borough many community centres, activities like the Warrington Park Run and a number of welcoming and supportive mental health groups.
As part of the week, in collaboration with Warrington Voluntary Action, the borough council is hosting a “Digital Health Marketplace”’ this Thursday (May 15) at Cineworld Warrington.
The main focus of the marketplace is to show a special screening of the premiere film “Community in Mind”, which is a collaborative short film showcasing some of the amazing work that Warrington in Mind does across the town.
The film will include interviews from local people sharing their experiences of mental health challenges and the support they have accessed. The screening will take place from 10am until 11am.
Following the film, attendees can meet group leaders from some of the mental health support groups in Warrington to find out a bit more about the services and what support is available. There will also be representatives from gambling, drugs and alcohol treatment services, alongside lifestyles services and support and to access work the department of work and pensions at the marketplace.
This is a free event, but you need to book. More information about the digital health market place is available on Eventbrite.com
Cllr Maureen McLaughlin, cabinet member for health, wellbeing and social care said: “The upcoming film and marketplace is a unique opportunity to celebrate the amazing mental health support the voluntary and community sector groups and organisations provide across the borough, and I would recommend everyone to go along.
“Mental health week provides a good opportunity to think about our wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around us. If you know someone struggling with their mental health, I would urge you to visit our mental health website https://www.warrington.gov.uk/happy-ok-sad for advice and support”
