Mind in Bradford http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk User Led – User Friendly Sat, 11 May 2013 07:15:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 Trustees http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2013/04/23/trustees/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2013/04/23/trustees/#comments Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:36:42 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=683 One in four people will have a mental health problem.

Do you want to help us improve mental health services in Bradford?

Could you spare the time to be a trustee?

Mind in Bradford provides mental wellbeing services and a telephone helpline to those in mental distress in the district.

Last year we took 8,000 calls from people in distress needing support or information.

We are looking for new trustees for our Board who can think strategically & creatively and are willing to speak their mind and support our current trustees and senior management.

We are seeking people with strategic skills or Board-level decision making experience who can work as part of a team. Ideally trustees will have strengths in one or more of the following areas:

  •  Legal matters including employment law
  •   Strategic development and planning
  •   Building development  e.g. as an architect or surveyor
  •   Able to represent Bradford’s diverse population

Can you help us? If so come to our open information session at our building in Manningham on Saturday 11th May from 11 to 1 30 where you can meet service users, staff and current trustees and learn more about the role of being a trustee.

If you are interested in attending the event or would like an informal discussion about being a trustee please contact Pamela Coulson on 01274 745350 or 07531245600  or email pamela@mindinbradford.org.uk.

]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2013/04/23/trustees/feed/ 0 Improving Interpersonal Skills http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2013/01/09/improving-interpersonal-skills/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2013/01/09/improving-interpersonal-skills/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2013 05:52:03 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=681 This course is for men only

In this friendly, supportive group, topics will include:–

  • Techniques for effective communication, including assertiveness
  • Understanding and managing stress
  • Looking at ways to have a better life

Places are limited to 8 so booking is essential. For further details and to book a place, contact Janette on 07827848576.

on Mondays — 3–5pm
Mind in Bradford
Tradeforce Building, Cornwall
Place, Manningham, BD8 7JT

  • 7th Jan
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In Partnership With Bradford District Care Trust

A 12 week workshop designed to:

  • Help you stay as well as you can
  • Help you keep a track of triggers, events and early warning signs of being unwell
  • Help you develop a list of activities for everyday wellbeing
  • To develop a daily maintenance plan

Places are limited to 12 people so booking is essential. Please contact Janette for an informal chat on 07827848576.

For further details about the
WRAP, please see
www.mentalhealthrecovery.com

Mondays 12–3pm
From 7th January
Strong Close Nursery, Airedale
Road, Keighley BD21 4LW

Tuesdays 1–4pm
From 8th January
Equity Centre, 1 Longlands
Street, Bradford BD1 2TP

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You are very welcome to join these dynamic drama sessions that help us to see the oppressions we carry inside us and together we can explore 
ways to let them go.

It is great fun and uplifting and you will not be put on the spot or made to do anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.

You are welcome to join at any time.

on Thursdays — 2–4pm

Mind in Bradford
Tradeforce Building
Cornwall Place
BD8 7JT

  • 10th Jan
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Comfortable footwear and suitable clothing are recommended.

We usually meet at 11am.

You are welcome to join at any time.

on Thursdays

Please contact Dianne for exact times and meeting places on 07827848575

  • 10th Jan
  • 17th Jan
  • 24th Jan
  • 31st Jan
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We believe in shifting away from a total focus on illness towards creating and maintaining well–being.

Come along to explore:-

  • coping strategies
  • identifying your triggers
  • become aware of early warning signs
  • sharing experiences

A recovery approach provides everyone with an opportunity to take back control over their life.

You are welcome to join at any time.

Wednesdays — 1–3pm

The Employment Hub
Cellar Project, Farfield Road
Shipley
BD18 4QP

  • 9th Jan
  • 16th Jan
  • 23th Jan
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This friendly, supportive, safe, non–judgemental group will offer you a place to be:–

  • listened to
  • to share your emotional distress
  • feel less isolated
  • reduce stress and anxiety
  • explore less harmful coping strategies

You are welcome to join at any time.

on Wednesdays — 1–3pm
Keighley Healthy Living
13 Scott Street, Keighley
BD21 2JH

  • 9th Jan
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]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/09/03/new-meditiation-class/feed/ 0 Recovery Support Group http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/08/22/recovery-support-group-7/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/08/22/recovery-support-group-7/#comments Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:00:50 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=627 This is a friendly, informal group for anyone who would like to explore their recovery.

We believe in shifting away from a total focus on illness towards creating and maintaining well–being.

Come along to explore:-

  • coping strategies
  • identifying your triggers
  • become aware of early warning signs
  • sharing experiences

A recovery approach provides everyone with an opportunity to take back control over their life.

You are welcome to join at any time.

Wednesdays — 1–3pm

The Employment Hub
Cellar Project, Farfield Road
Shipley
BD18 4QP

19th Sept
26th Sept
3rd Oct
10th Oct
17th Oct
24th Oct
31st Oct
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