Meet our Trustee, Jaspreet
Hello, my name is Jaspreet and I’m proud to serve as a trustee on the Board of BDC Mind. I chose to volunteer with Mind because I’ve seen first-hand how vital community based mental health supporter is.
People’s stories
Hear from real people from across Bradford District and Craven share their journey with us after getting support when they needed it.
One in four people will experience a mental health issue this year. Sharing stories can help provide hope, challenge stigma and show us that it’s ok.
Abi’s story
“I was Abi for an hour a week as opposed to just being a mum.”
Supported by Community Companions.
Guide-Line caller
“You’re all amazing, what you do, you make a difference to people’s lives.”
Supported by Guide-Line.
Anna’s story
“Since getting support, I have been able to turn negative thoughts into positives.” Supported by Youth in Mind.
Tom’s Story
“I felt better after talking and learning about my mental health.”
Supported by Youth in Mind.
Aditi’s story, spoken by Ife
“We talk about my past and how to move on from it in a positive way.“
Supported by Youth in Mind.
Nadia’s story, spoken by Karis
“I feel more positive about my future and what’s possible.”
Supported by Youth in Mind.
Have a story you’d like to share?
To help challenge the stigma of mental health and raise awareness share your personal story. We are particularly interested to hear from people who have been supported by Bradford District and Craven Mind’s services.
To tell your story contact communications@mindinbradford.org.uk. Our friendly communications team will tell your story in a way that you are comfortable with.
Blog stories
- Isolation and befriending: Abi’s story
- Finding peace after my transition: Jessica-Rose’s story
- A place to turn to in crisis: Paul’s story
- Bisexuality and mental health: Patrick’s story
- Bipolar and routine: Cerys’ story
- Bullying, body image and getting better: Aditi’s story
- Eating disorders and getting help: Ian’s story
- OCD and befriending: Neil’s story
- Mental health and getting better: David’s story
- Self-harming to feeling positive about my future: Nadia’s story
Write Mind archive
Write Mind was our quarterly newsletter published with the support of our Service Members. The publication was a mixture of news about Bradford District and Craven Mind, articles on mental health, tips on wellbeing and creative writing pieces.
Your can access the Write Mind archive below for publications from May 2021 – May 2024.
