Mental Health
Access resources for mental wellbeing, including stress management, learning disabilities and autism. We cover a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, self-harm, and eating disorders, along with resources for dementia support.
Our aim is to foster a compassionate and inclusive community that helps individuals facing loneliness, isolation, and other mental health challenges. Whether you’re seeking tools for mental health recovery or ways to improve overall wellbeing, our resources are designed to support your unique journey towards mental wellness.
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PeerTalk Peer Support Groups
PeerTalk is a national registered charity and we offer support to people living with depression anxiety or related distress through our peer support groups. Run by trained volunteer facilitators, the strength of these groups is that the support offered comes from others who know the experience of mental / emotional distress and overwhelm. People … >
Peer Talk Support Group @Whitley Bay Big Local
Peer Support groups for people living with depression. Peertalk meets at the Whitley Bay Big Local Building at 158 Whitley Road (the old job centre) every Wednesday evening from 7pm til 8.30pm. Covid secure, socially distanced sessions. Find out more about their work on their website >
A Time 2 Talk - Counselling Service
A Time 2 Talk aims to provide a timely, valuable counselling service to people when it is essential that they have someone to trust whilst they explore how they are feeling. Anyone receiving counselling will be treated without judgement in a safe environment. They will receive support from a qualified counsellor who will provide empathy and gen… >
Launchpad North Tyneside Service User Survivor Forum
The forum is a space for mental health service users and survivors to stay informed on what's going on locally, have their views and experiences heard, raise awareness of the issues affecting them, meet like minded people and contribute to improving support for people with mental health difficulties. Mental health workers are welcome to attend if … >
Free, life-saving therapy for suicidal men in the North East.
James' Place offers free, face-to-face therapy from trained, professional therapists at their centre in Newcastle. Men can self-refer or be referred by a professional including those working in health and community services, or by a friend or family member. Visit jamesplace.org.uk for more information. >
Salute Cafe
A local community cafe open to former military personnel, the community of Dudley and the general public. The cafe is open between Monday - Friday, 10AM-2PM, providing a range of hot and cold food, and refreshments. The cafe includes various support services such as: The 'Pay it Forward' scheme Cook2Give Luncheon Club Volunte… >
