New Essex Mental Health Urgent Care Units for 2026
Essex is set to open two new Mental Health Urgent Care Units in Harlow and Colchester by summer 2026, providing rapid, therapeutic support in crisis and easing pressure on A&E.
Essex is set to open two new Mental Health Urgent Care Units in Harlow and Colchester by summer 2026, providing rapid, therapeutic support in crisis and easing pressure on A&E.
Hoot Creative Arts, a Huddersfield charity, receives the Kirklees Volunteering Quality Award for its outstanding volunteer management. Discover how they support mental health through the arts.
Holocaust Centre North hosts a free evening of reflection on January 27, 2026, featuring survivor testimony and intergenerational conversations to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
Former Royal Marine Jack Nichol will tackle five Ironman triathlons in five consecutive days in 2026, raising funds for Veterans into Logistics. Follow his extreme endurance challenge.
Join a unique 5km walk in Chelmsford on Feb 5, blending street art with mental wellbeing. Support the Mayor's charity. Register now for this 'Time to Talk' event.
Richard 'Benny' Shaw from Huddersfield inspires action for Motor Neurone Disease. Join 2026 events like the Leeds Marathon to fund vital research and support families facing this devastating condition.
AutoBrew bar in Birmingham partners with Talk Club charity to host mental fitness nights for men, starting January 20. Events aim to combat high male suicide rates.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
A new Neko Health clinic offering 360-degree body scans is launching in Birmingham. Founded by Spotify's CEO, it screens for health risks instantly. Here's what you need to know.
The multi-billion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade reports strong 2025 progress, with key works at Huddersfield station and over 5,000 people now on the project. Discover how it will transform northern rail.
Anthony Trubridge, 28, from Maesteg, transformed his mental health through Ultra White Collar Boxing, raising funds for Movember. Read his inspiring journey from rock bottom to the ring.
Struggling with sleep? A therapist shares four practical, science-backed methods to improve sleep quality, enhance your circadian rhythm, and protect your physical and mental health. Start sleeping better tonight.
A Slough volunteer group, Living in Harmony, provides free holistic support for managing long-term conditions. Join their community sessions focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Call 07846312831 for details.
Disability charity Scope announces closure of 77 high street shops, putting 200 staff roles and 2,000 volunteers at risk. See the full list of affected stores.
Private health scans from Scan.com offer a proactive approach to wellness in 2026. With prices from £95, get fast results for injuries, screenings, or full-body MRI checks. Take control of your health now.
Staff and patients at Cygnet Maple House in East Bridgford present a cheque for £2,068.24 to baby loss charity 4Louis after a year of dedicated fundraising and volunteering.
Redrow Midlands donates £1,930 to Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind for a pizza oven, transforming an allotment into a sensory garden for community mental health support. Discover how this initiative fosters connection.
A Marie Curie charity shop in the West Midlands has been crowned the nation's best after a public vote. Discover what makes this community hub so special and where to find it.
A Marie Curie charity shop in Knowle, West Midlands, has been crowned the UK's favourite. The award, voted by the public, highlights its community spirit and dedicated volunteers.
David Hill, 57, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 17 years for the murder of pensioner Kurt Giwisser in Huddersfield. Read the full story of the violent attack and its tragic aftermath.
Lifting Children's Hopes (LCH Charity) has delivered over 2,400 festive gifts to disadvantaged children and teenagers across the East Midlands this Christmas, combating child poverty.
Hospitality tech firm Lolly launches a year-long partnership with Essex charity Kids Inspire, pledging funding, volunteering, and awareness-raising for children's mental health. Discover how you can support.
Tottenham Hotspur releases a powerful film with Samaritans to encourage fans to seek help. New research reveals 58% of those struggling are reluctant to ask for support.
Shrewsbury's arts charity The Hive launches The Hive100, a new monthly giving circle to fund creative wellbeing and mental health projects for local young people. Join the first 100 supporters.
An NHS-funded diabetes support scheme in West Birmingham is transforming lives, with over half of participants reducing blood sugar levels. Residents call for expansion.
Rhyl Rotary Club's festive Santa visit brings a surprise £500 donation to the local Samaritans branch, boosting their annual support to £2,500. Discover how community generosity aids vital mental health services.
Darlington Mind's festive fun run saw 300 participants raise over £5,000 for local mental health services. The event, sponsored by EE and Aldi, enjoyed sunshine and festive cheer.
Latest developments from Dudley Council include major housing approval, rent increases for tenants, and service challenges in children's care and mental health.
An NHS GP explains why sour sweets provide short-term anxiety relief through sensory distraction. Discover this technique and alternative grounding methods for panic attacks.
Discover how Nazila Husanovic-Gladwyn uses her lived experience to support families and improve mental health services at Essex NHS Trust. Learn about this vital role making a real difference.