Mental wellness support
The Integrated Neighbourhood Team of East Basildon PCN held an opportunistic health event to support mental wellbeing at The Place in Pitsea.
Several patients across the Primary Care Network were invited to attend the event to learn more about diabetes. The event was a success.
A slideshow presentation was delivered where patients came to listen to educational information that may benefit their health and wellbeing.
Event speakers and contributors
There were 2 main speakers on the day sharing their knowledge of mental health
These 2 speakers included a member from Vita Minds and a member of The Craig Tyler Trust. There was also a member of the Mid and South Essex ICB who also attended the event and spoke in front of the audience. Even our PCN’s Social Prescriber shared her knowledge and advice.
Several stations were setup by 4 organisations along with the Integrated Neighbourhood Team of East Basildon PCN. They are mentioned in more detail further into this blog post.
Each station provided flyers with relevant information promoting services and support for everyone at the event, both physically and mentally.
Providing supportive services
Living with a mental health illness is not easy and can adversely affect a person’s physical and mental health and wellbeing.
It is very important for patients to know where they can find support services for any mental health problems they are facing.
Besides visiting your GP, you can find help through organisations and charities that are affiliated with the NHS through the Primary Care Network.
This is where our PCN steps in to make patients aware that they can find help and support through third party services.
The Mental Wellness Event provided patients with a way to physical signpost them to organisations that could offer such help and support.
Organisations supporting the Mental Wellness Event
Various health organisations attended the Mental Wellness Event for diabetes awareness to give their support and to promote their services to those affected by and living with diabetes.
The following organisations attended and supported the event:
Craig Tyler Trust
The Craig Tyler Trust spoke at the event. They are committed to serving individuals and their families who need help coping with mental ill health. Their drop in centre welcomes everyone who needs support no matter what the problem is, nothing is insignificant. They are that friendly face for people to chat to us without any judgement.
Visit the Craig Tyler Trust website by clicking on this link for more information.
Motivated Minds
Motivated Minds is a non-profit CIC Community Interest Company offering a range of services that meet the needs of those affected by mental health.
Below are pics of Motivated Minds displaying their support at the event.
Click on this link to learn more about Motivated Minds.
Vita Health Group
Vita Health Group work in partnership with the NHS to provide mental and physical health services.
Below are pics of Vita Health Group displaying their support at the event.
Click on this link to learn more about Vita Health Group.
Active Essex
Active Essex is a county wide initiative that helps you take those first steps to a more active lifestyle.
Below are pictures of their attendance at the event.
To learn more about Active Essex and the services they provide, visit this link to their website today.
Essex Wellbeing Service
EWS is here to help employers, families and communities to stay healthy, safe and well. They assist to:
- help to quit smoking
- social isolation support
- weight management
- help with day-to-day needs
Below is a picture of their attendance.
To learn more about Essex Wellbeing Service regarding mental health, visit this link to their website today.
Promoting third-party support services
The Integrated Neighbourhood Team of East Basildon PCN is grateful for the help and support of all the organisations who attended the Mental Wellness Event to make it a success.
Ultimately, we are looking forward to continuing to raise awareness about mental in our community. We endeavour to support all of our patients who need help.
Click here to learn more about various mental health conditions and services on our PCN website.
