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We're on a mission
to normalise and humanise mental health
With lived experience at our core, we aim to create a society where there is no stigma around mental health and people have clear pathways to support.
The difference we make
What we do
Chasing the Stigma is a national mental health charity on a mission to normalise and humanise conversations about mental health, while ensuring that everyone in the UK can access clear pathways to support, whenever and wherever they need it.
We want to create a society where there is no longer a stigma associated with mental health, where people are as comfortable talking about their mental health as their physical health, and where everyone is able to find appropriate support before they reach a point of crisis, leading to a significant long-term reduction in self-harm and suicide.
We aim to achieve this through:
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Our pioneering Ambassador of Hope mental health training services
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Awareness-raising campaigns and lobbying activities
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The provision of the UK’s largest and most comprehensive directory of community mental health services, the Hub of Hope.
20K+ Given mental health training
We delivered our Ambassador of Hope training to over 20,000 individuals across the UK alone, equipping them to with the tools and knowledge to effectively signpost those who need support and help anyone dealing with a mental health crisis
The Hub of Hope lists over 14,000 services that are regularly monitored following guidance from our quality assurance documents, making it the UK's biggest and most comprehensive mental health service finder
14K Services listed on the Hub of Hope
We help 300,000 users to find and access mental health support through the Hub of Hope every year, averaging more than 25,700 active users every month.
300K+ People suported every year
With over a million searches for help a year, we're giving more options of hope to people than ever before and ensuring the pathway to mental health support is clear
1M+ Searches for support
With lived experience
at our core
Chasing the Stigma was established by CEO and founder, Jake Mills, following his own battle with depression and suicide attempt in 2013.
During his recovery, Jake went public about his mental health issues, speaking out on social media and to regional and national media. As he did, he was flooded with messages from people who were also struggling and who - like himself - found nowhere to turn for help.
Discovering this lack of clear signposting to local and relevant support, and determined to ensure people could find the help they needed when they needed it, Jake began building a centralised database of mental health services. That database became the Hub of Hope, now the UK’s largest and most comprehensive directory of community mental health services, listing tens of thousands of services for the 300,000+ people who use it each year.
Jake continues to advocate for people with lived experience of mental health issues in the corridors of power, speaking to government, politicians and leaders in the statutory and voluntary sector to drive change in response to mental health. Through his leadership he also highlights the importance of acknowledging that we all have mental health, and empowers people to look after their own, and recognise and support it in others
We aim to humanise and normalise mental health, actively challenge the stigma associated with mental illness and remove the barriers that prevent people from seeking help.
Almost three quarters of those who die by suicide each year are not known to mental health services or have not been seen within a year previous to their death. Quite simply, people are dying without accessing the help or support they so desperately need, and we want to change this.
Our vision is to make help as easy as possible to find while creating true environments of understanding across the UK, revolutionising the UK’s approach to Mental Health.
If this resonates with you, contact us and let’s talk!
Pioneering mental health training
Our Ambassador of Hope training equips people with the skills to support others dealing with mental health crises.
UK's biggest mental health directory
The Hub of Hope connects you to support, whenever and wherever you need it.
Creating community spaces
Hope in the Community offers a space for activities and non-clinical support for people's mental wellbeing.
Club of Hope
By joining the Club of Hope, our new fundraising subscription, you’ll help us keep the Hub of Hope free, the UK’s most comprehensive directory of mental health support.
[WERE FINALISTS!
Were so proud to share that we have been named a finalist in the People, Place & Planet category at the Liverpool Innovation & Impact Awards @liverpoolawards !
Our work is all about creating change, making mental health support more accessible, helping people know where to turn, and supporting communities across the UK.
To see that work recognised in our home city is a pretty special feeling
A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support what we do. We couldnt do it without you.
Fingers crossed
#LiverpoolAwards #PeoplePlacePlanet #LiverpoolInnovation #ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthSupport #Liverpool] [WERE FINALISTS!
Were so proud to share that we have been named a finalist in the People, Place & Planet category at the Liverpool Innovation & Impact Awards @liverpoolawards !
Our work is all about creating change, making mental health support more accessible, helping people know where to turn, and supporting communities across the UK.
To see that work recognised in our home city is a pretty special feeling
A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support what we do. We couldnt do it without you.
Fingers crossed
#LiverpoolAwards #PeoplePlacePlanet #LiverpoolInnovation #ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthSupport #Liverpool]
[This is an opportunity for the government to not just redesign mental health services, but transform the way it thinks about mental health altogether, putting people and earliest possible prevention at its heart.
Today's government announcement marks a positive step towards improving access to mental health support, and we welcome the commitment to expanding services and helping more people get the support they need.
But if we want to prevent people reaching crisis point, we must invest in support long before that moment. Early intervention, community-based services and the voluntary sector all have a vital role to play in building a future where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
Mental health doesn't begin when someone walks through the doors of a hospital. It begins in our homes, our schools, our workplaces and our communities.
Our CEO, Jake Mills, has shared his response to today's announcement and why this is an opportunity to put prevention at the heart of how we think about mental health.
Read his full statement in the graphics above.
#MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #Community #Prevention #HubOfHope #ChasingTheStigma] [This is an opportunity for the government to not just redesign mental health services, but transform the way it thinks about mental health altogether, putting people and earliest possible prevention at its heart.
Today's government announcement marks a positive step towards improving access to mental health support, and we welcome the commitment to expanding services and helping more people get the support they need.
But if we want to prevent people reaching crisis point, we must invest in support long before that moment. Early intervention, community-based services and the voluntary sector all have a vital role to play in building a future where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
Mental health doesn't begin when someone walks through the doors of a hospital. It begins in our homes, our schools, our workplaces and our communities.
Our CEO, Jake Mills, has shared his response to today's announcement and why this is an opportunity to put prevention at the heart of how we think about mental health.
Read his full statement in the graphics above.
#MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #Community #Prevention #HubOfHope #ChasingTheStigma]
[ Time for a little summer reset...
Next week, our offices will be closed as the Chasing the Stigma team takes some well-earned time to pause, recharge and enjoy a slower pace.
Whether that's getting outside, spending time with people we love, or simply having a few days away from our screens, taking time to look after ourselves matters too.
We'll be closed from the 1st of August and back on the 10th August, ready to continue pushing and doing the work we care so much about.
In the meantime, Hub of Hope remains available whenever you need it, helping you explore mental health support across the UK, please check the opening hours of your chosen service.
Have a restful week, and we'll see you soon!
#TeamWellbeing #SummerReset #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope] [ Time for a little summer reset...
Next week, our offices will be closed as the Chasing the Stigma team takes some well-earned time to pause, recharge and enjoy a slower pace.
Whether that's getting outside, spending time with people we love, or simply having a few days away from our screens, taking time to look after ourselves matters too.
We'll be closed from the 1st of August and back on the 10th August, ready to continue pushing and doing the work we care so much about.
In the meantime, Hub of Hope remains available whenever you need it, helping you explore mental health support across the UK, please check the opening hours of your chosen service.
Have a restful week, and we'll see you soon!
#TeamWellbeing #SummerReset #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope]
[Strong support starts with strong support networks
Last week, our team attended the Premier League Life Skills Provider Meeting, connecting with partners from across the network to share ideas and continue strengthening the support available through clubs, families and communities.
Here's what our team had to say about the day:
"It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow providers and collaborate on shaping the upcoming season. The sessions were incredibly insightful, focusing on how we deepen parental involvement in academy education and enhance our environments to better support neurodivergence. As part of the Life Skills Curriculum, Chasing the Stigma delivers our Ambassador of Hope mental health awareness training directly to the vital support networks: parents, carers, host families, and club staff."
We're proud to be working alongside Premier League clubs to help build environments where conversations around mental health feel more confident and informed
#AmbassadorOfHope #MentalHealthAwareness #PremierLeague #LifeSkills #ChasingTheStigma] [Strong support starts with strong support networks
Last week, our team attended the Premier League Life Skills Provider Meeting, connecting with partners from across the network to share ideas and continue strengthening the support available through clubs, families and communities.
Here's what our team had to say about the day:
"It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow providers and collaborate on shaping the upcoming season. The sessions were incredibly insightful, focusing on how we deepen parental involvement in academy education and enhance our environments to better support neurodivergence. As part of the Life Skills Curriculum, Chasing the Stigma delivers our Ambassador of Hope mental health awareness training directly to the vital support networks: parents, carers, host families, and club staff."
We're proud to be working alongside Premier League clubs to help build environments where conversations around mental health feel more confident and informed
#AmbassadorOfHope #MentalHealthAwareness #PremierLeague #LifeSkills #ChasingTheStigma]
[ Secured your London Marathon place?
Why not run for something bigger than the finish line?
Join #TeamCTS and help us ensure more people can find mental health support when they need it.
Every mile you run and every donation you raise helps to ensure finding mental health support remains accessible through Hub of Hope.
Ready? Reach out today via fundraising@chasingthestigma.co.uk
#LondonMarathon #TeamCTS #Fundraising #HubOfHope #KnowWhereToTurn] [ Secured your London Marathon place?
Why not run for something bigger than the finish line?
Join #TeamCTS and help us ensure more people can find mental health support when they need it.
Every mile you run and every donation you raise helps to ensure finding mental health support remains accessible through Hub of Hope.
Ready? Reach out today via fundraising@chasingthestigma.co.uk
#LondonMarathon #TeamCTS #Fundraising #HubOfHope #KnowWhereToTurn]
[Meaningful conversations lead to meaningful change
Last week our CEO Jake attended the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for suicide and self-harm prevention. With the meeting focusing specifically on the upcoming mental health agenda, it has never been more important that we continue to hear the voices of those with lived experience and vital organisations who work tirelessly on this subject every day.
We're proud to be part of these conversations, working alongside others across the sector to champion accessible mental health support and ensure more people know where to turn when they need it.
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthStrategy #ChasingTheStigma] [Meaningful conversations lead to meaningful change
Last week our CEO Jake attended the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for suicide and self-harm prevention. With the meeting focusing specifically on the upcoming mental health agenda, it has never been more important that we continue to hear the voices of those with lived experience and vital organisations who work tirelessly on this subject every day.
We're proud to be part of these conversations, working alongside others across the sector to champion accessible mental health support and ensure more people know where to turn when they need it.
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthStrategy #ChasingTheStigma]
[We're out and about again!
Leone, our Training and Partnerships co-ordinator, was proud to attend the Wirral Change Open Day and Health Promotion & Screening Event last week.
Delivered in partnership with the Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance, the event was a fantastic initiative connecting local residents with vital NHS services, health professionals, and community support!
Thank you for having us, where should we go next? (Reach out if you'd love for us to come to an event)
#CommunitySupport #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #CommunityEvents] [We're out and about again!
Leone, our Training and Partnerships co-ordinator, was proud to attend the Wirral Change Open Day and Health Promotion & Screening Event last week.
Delivered in partnership with the Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance, the event was a fantastic initiative connecting local residents with vital NHS services, health professionals, and community support!
Thank you for having us, where should we go next? (Reach out if you'd love for us to come to an event)
#CommunitySupport #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #CommunityEvents]
[ Partner Alert!
Were proud to be partnering with @nationalhways to help boost mental health support on major roads and help people get support quickly and easily.
This partnership is an important step forward for National Highways as we continue our work to reduce and prevent harm across our network. We know mental health is complex and not something we can tackle on our own." - Nicola Tweedie, National Highways Suicide Prevention Lead
Together, we want everyone to know that support is available, and that nobody has to face their mental health challenges alone.
Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together
#HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #NationalHighways #ChasingTheStigma] [ Partner Alert!
Were proud to be partnering with @nationalhways to help boost mental health support on major roads and help people get support quickly and easily.
This partnership is an important step forward for National Highways as we continue our work to reduce and prevent harm across our network. We know mental health is complex and not something we can tackle on our own." - Nicola Tweedie, National Highways Suicide Prevention Lead
Together, we want everyone to know that support is available, and that nobody has to face their mental health challenges alone.
Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together
#HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #NationalHighways #ChasingTheStigma]
[ Calling all storytellers looking for something new...
We're growing our team and looking for a Marketing Manager to help tell our story, grow our reach and make an even bigger impact
At Chasing the Stigma, every campaign, post and piece of content helps more people discover where they can find mental health support.
You'll support with engaging marketing campaigns, produce high-quality written content across multiple channels, and help ensure our voice is consistent, impactful and rooted in lived experience. You'll also support a wide range of marketing activity, from events and initiatives to reports and campaigns that help drive our mission forward.
If you're passionate about creativity, love building brands with purpose and know your way around a great social campaign, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to help us make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate?
Apply via the link in our bio
#MarketingJobs #MarketingManager #CharityJobs #SocialImpact #MentalHealth #ChasingTheStigma] [ Calling all storytellers looking for something new...
We're growing our team and looking for a Marketing Manager to help tell our story, grow our reach and make an even bigger impact
At Chasing the Stigma, every campaign, post and piece of content helps more people discover where they can find mental health support.
You'll support with engaging marketing campaigns, produce high-quality written content across multiple channels, and help ensure our voice is consistent, impactful and rooted in lived experience. You'll also support a wide range of marketing activity, from events and initiatives to reports and campaigns that help drive our mission forward.
If you're passionate about creativity, love building brands with purpose and know your way around a great social campaign, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to help us make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate?
Apply via the link in our bio
#MarketingJobs #MarketingManager #CharityJobs #SocialImpact #MentalHealth #ChasingTheStigma]
[Lights, camera... action on highlighting support
We had a brilliant time at the @liverpoolfilmoffice Crew Catch Up!
Its was inspiring to see the industry come together, but just as important were the honest conversations about the challenges that come with the job.
Our training & partnerships coordinator Leone who attended stated, "I was proud to attend and share how the Hub of Hope can act as a vital lifeline, giving people a way to find support or signpost their colleagues to the right service."
(Also how good do those pastries look?)
Where shall we head to next? Get in touch!
#HubofHope #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthTraining #MentalHealthDirectory #MentalHealthInTheArts #LiverpoolFilmOffice] [Lights, camera... action on highlighting support
We had a brilliant time at the @liverpoolfilmoffice Crew Catch Up!
Its was inspiring to see the industry come together, but just as important were the honest conversations about the challenges that come with the job.
Our training & partnerships coordinator Leone who attended stated, "I was proud to attend and share how the Hub of Hope can act as a vital lifeline, giving people a way to find support or signpost their colleagues to the right service."
(Also how good do those pastries look?)
Where shall we head to next? Get in touch!
#HubofHope #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthTraining #MentalHealthDirectory #MentalHealthInTheArts #LiverpoolFilmOffice]
[Were growing our Ambassador of Hope trainer community
Our Associate Trainers help deliver values-led mental health awareness sessions that create safe spaces, challenge stigma and help people know where to find support.
This is a flexible, session-by-session opportunity delivered online and in person alongside your existing commitments.
If youd be proud to represent Chasing the Stigma and to help create environments where conversations around mental health are normalised, people are confident in their approach to the topic & to show people how to signpost those in need to support, get in touch!
Learn more
https://www.chasingthestigma.co.uk/post/could-you-be-an-ambassador-of-hope-trainer
#TrainerCallout #AmbassadorofHope #MentalHealthTraining #TrainersNeeded #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthDirectory] [Were growing our Ambassador of Hope trainer community
Our Associate Trainers help deliver values-led mental health awareness sessions that create safe spaces, challenge stigma and help people know where to find support.
This is a flexible, session-by-session opportunity delivered online and in person alongside your existing commitments.
If youd be proud to represent Chasing the Stigma and to help create environments where conversations around mental health are normalised, people are confident in their approach to the topic & to show people how to signpost those in need to support, get in touch!
Learn more
https://www.chasingthestigma.co.uk/post/could-you-be-an-ambassador-of-hope-trainer
#TrainerCallout #AmbassadorofHope #MentalHealthTraining #TrainersNeeded #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthDirectory]
[Pride is about community, visibility and being able to show up as yourself
But support matters too.
Whether you're looking for LGBTQ+ specific services, community groups or mental health support, Hub of Hope can help you explore what's available, whenever feels right for you.
Search for LGBTQ+ support via www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app!
#Pride #PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #ChasingTheStigma] [Pride is about community, visibility and being able to show up as yourself
But support matters too.
Whether you're looking for LGBTQ+ specific services, community groups or mental health support, Hub of Hope can help you explore what's available, whenever feels right for you.
Search for LGBTQ+ support via www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app!
#Pride #PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #ChasingTheStigma]
[ Partner Alert!
Were proud to be partnering with @wigancouncil to help make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate across the borough.
As the first local authority in the UK to formally adopt Hub of Hope, this partnership is a huge step towards making sure more people know where to turn when they need support
Together, well be helping connect communities with trusted local and national mental health services, while continuing to challenge stigma around mental health.
Because finding support shouldnt feel overwhelming!
Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together
#HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityPartnership #WiganCouncil #ChasingTheStigma] [ Partner Alert!
Were proud to be partnering with @wigancouncil to help make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate across the borough.
As the first local authority in the UK to formally adopt Hub of Hope, this partnership is a huge step towards making sure more people know where to turn when they need support
Together, well be helping connect communities with trusted local and national mental health services, while continuing to challenge stigma around mental health.
Because finding support shouldnt feel overwhelming!
Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together
#HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityPartnership #WiganCouncil #ChasingTheStigma]
[We got to spend the afternoon with @studentroostuk in sunny Liverpool for their mental health awareness week event!
Through the #BehindEveryDoor campaign we work together to signpost students to seek support on their own terms & timelines with the Hub of Hope!
We loved getting involved in the day, connecting with students, sharing about the Hub of Hope, taking part in the aromatherapy activities (and even a sound bath!)
Thanks for having us @@studentroostuk ] [We got to spend the afternoon with @studentroostuk in sunny Liverpool for their mental health awareness week event!
Through the #BehindEveryDoor campaign we work together to signpost students to seek support on their own terms & timelines with the Hub of Hope!
We loved getting involved in the day, connecting with students, sharing about the Hub of Hope, taking part in the aromatherapy activities (and even a sound bath!)
Thanks for having us @@studentroostuk ]
[Sometimes, finding the right words can feel impossible
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're reminding everyone that taking action can start with reaching out
If you're not sure where to turn, the Hub of Hope can help you find mental health support near you, just pop in your postcode, select the relevant filters and search your results!
Because even small actions can make a big difference.
Visit hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app today
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport] [Sometimes, finding the right words can feel impossible
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're reminding everyone that taking action can start with reaching out
If you're not sure where to turn, the Hub of Hope can help you find mental health support near you, just pop in your postcode, select the relevant filters and search your results!
Because even small actions can make a big difference.
Visit hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app today
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport]
[A bench can be more powerful than it looks
We're proud to be the official charity partner with HelloBench, connecting communities with conversation, connection and access to support.
The first HelloBench outside Berkshire has now launched in Cirencester, offering a simple place to pause, reflect, talk, or scan the QR code for instant access to Hub of Hope!
Because sometimes support starts with a conversation. And it often starts with knowing where to find help.
With more HelloBenches planned for communities across the UK, this is just the beginning
#HelloBench #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityConnection #ChasingTheStigma] [A bench can be more powerful than it looks
We're proud to be the official charity partner with HelloBench, connecting communities with conversation, connection and access to support.
The first HelloBench outside Berkshire has now launched in Cirencester, offering a simple place to pause, reflect, talk, or scan the QR code for instant access to Hub of Hope!
Because sometimes support starts with a conversation. And it often starts with knowing where to find help.
With more HelloBenches planned for communities across the UK, this is just the beginning
#HelloBench #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityConnection #ChasingTheStigma]
[Last week Chris, our Director of business and operational development, went down to London to take part in the Head On campaign launch where the aim is to push for a modern & fairer mental health system!
"Being in that room, you could feel how much appetite there is for change. MPs, charities, innovators and people with lived experience were all pointing to the same truth: that the system isn't fit for purpose, and we can do better!
What stayed with me most were the personal stories, the years people have waited for help, the difference the right support made, and the hope that comes from seeing practical solutions already emerging. It was a reminder that progress is possible when we listen, collaborate and act with urgency."
At Chasing the Stigma, were proud to stand alongside this powerful coalition. Through the Hub of Hope and our wider work, well keep championing evidence, lived experience and communityled solutions as we tackle the mental health crisis HEAD ON.
#HeadOnCampaign #UKMentalHealthSystem #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope] [Last week Chris, our Director of business and operational development, went down to London to take part in the Head On campaign launch where the aim is to push for a modern & fairer mental health system!
"Being in that room, you could feel how much appetite there is for change. MPs, charities, innovators and people with lived experience were all pointing to the same truth: that the system isn't fit for purpose, and we can do better!
What stayed with me most were the personal stories, the years people have waited for help, the difference the right support made, and the hope that comes from seeing practical solutions already emerging. It was a reminder that progress is possible when we listen, collaborate and act with urgency."
At Chasing the Stigma, were proud to stand alongside this powerful coalition. Through the Hub of Hope and our wider work, well keep championing evidence, lived experience and communityled solutions as we tackle the mental health crisis HEAD ON.
#HeadOnCampaign #UKMentalHealthSystem #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope]
[ Mental health cannot wait.
Delays in treatment are causing crises to escalate, families to struggle, and costs to rise. Entire lives are being put on hold or lost.
At Chasing the Stigma, we believe better mental health support is possible.
Thats why were proud to be part of the Head On campaign, alongside 20+ mental health charities, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
Thank you @shocka_artist, @poornabell, @iambenwest and @sonnygreenuk for standing with us and helping shine a light on the urgent need for change.
Mental health deserves the political focus it needs and the people who need support deserve better.
Together, we can inspire the UK Government to raise its ambitions for our mental health system.
A better system is possible. Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On.
Find out more at headoncampaign.org
#HeadOnCampaign] [ Mental health cannot wait.
Delays in treatment are causing crises to escalate, families to struggle, and costs to rise. Entire lives are being put on hold or lost.
At Chasing the Stigma, we believe better mental health support is possible.
Thats why were proud to be part of the Head On campaign, alongside 20+ mental health charities, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
Thank you @shocka_artist, @poornabell, @iambenwest and @sonnygreenuk for standing with us and helping shine a light on the urgent need for change.
Mental health deserves the political focus it needs and the people who need support deserve better.
Together, we can inspire the UK Government to raise its ambitions for our mental health system.
A better system is possible. Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On.
Find out more at headoncampaign.org
#HeadOnCampaign]
[We believe better mental health support is possible
Thats why weve joined 20+ charities to support the Head On campaign, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
At Chasing the Stigma, we see every day how important it is for people to know where to turn. Through Hub of Hope, were working to make mental health support easier to find, for anyone, anywhere
But real change requires more!
It starts by giving mental health the political focus it deserves, so that support is not only available, but accessible to everyone who needs it.
Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On!
Find out more at headoncampaign.org
#HeadOnCampaign #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory] [We believe better mental health support is possible
Thats why weve joined 20+ charities to support the Head On campaign, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time.
At Chasing the Stigma, we see every day how important it is for people to know where to turn. Through Hub of Hope, were working to make mental health support easier to find, for anyone, anywhere
But real change requires more!
It starts by giving mental health the political focus it deserves, so that support is not only available, but accessible to everyone who needs it.
Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On!
Find out more at headoncampaign.org
#HeadOnCampaign #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory]
[Shoutout time! We want to give a huge thank you to Sarah for taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon in support of Chasing the Stigma
Such an incredible achievement, and were so grateful to have had Sarah helping raise awareness and support for the Hub of Hope
Every fundraiser helps us continue to grow, making sure more people can find mental health support when they need it most.
Feeling inspired?
From runs to personal challenges, there are so many ways to get involved!
#londonlandmarkshalfmarathon #fundraise #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory] [Shoutout time! We want to give a huge thank you to Sarah for taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon in support of Chasing the Stigma
Such an incredible achievement, and were so grateful to have had Sarah helping raise awareness and support for the Hub of Hope
Every fundraiser helps us continue to grow, making sure more people can find mental health support when they need it most.
Feeling inspired?
From runs to personal challenges, there are so many ways to get involved!
#londonlandmarkshalfmarathon #fundraise #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory]
[Today our partnership team headed over to @fusionstudentsuk supporting a student wellbeing event!
As part of the #BehindEveryDoor initiative with, its so important that students know where to turn if they need support, especially when theyre living away from home or navigating something new.
Through Hub of Hope, students can quickly find mental health services wherever they are in the UK.
Thanks @fusionstudentsuk for having us!
#BetterTogether #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalWellbeing #StudentsMentalHealth] [Today our partnership team headed over to @fusionstudentsuk supporting a student wellbeing event!
As part of the #BehindEveryDoor initiative with, its so important that students know where to turn if they need support, especially when theyre living away from home or navigating something new.
Through Hub of Hope, students can quickly find mental health services wherever they are in the UK.
Thanks @fusionstudentsuk for having us!
#BetterTogether #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalWellbeing #StudentsMentalHealth]
[A long weekend can look different for everyone, whether thats busy, quiet, or somewhere in-between
If things feel a little off, taking time to check in with your mental health matters.
With Hub of Hope, you can find support near you, quickly and simply*
*Remember to check individual service opening hours over the bank holiday.
Visit www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app on your smart device, just pop your postcode in, select your filters and browse the results!
#MentalHealthSupport #HubOfHope #Easter #BankHoliday] [A long weekend can look different for everyone, whether thats busy, quiet, or somewhere in-between
If things feel a little off, taking time to check in with your mental health matters.
With Hub of Hope, you can find support near you, quickly and simply*
*Remember to check individual service opening hours over the bank holiday.
Visit www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app on your smart device, just pop your postcode in, select your filters and browse the results!
#MentalHealthSupport #HubOfHope #Easter #BankHoliday]
[As we approach the end of the financial year, many organisations are reflecting on impact and what more they can do for the communities they serve.
At Chasing the Stigma, were working to ensure that anyone, anywhere can find mental health support when they need it most through Hub of Hope
Every year, the platform supports over 1 million searches for help, often the first step towards vital support!
But keeping the Hub of Hope running, up-to-date and accessible across the UK takes ongoing support. Thats where your organisation can make a difference.
Whether its fundraising, donating, or partnering with us, you can help ensure support remains available to everyone who needs it.
Find out more via the link in our bio
And as you plan for year end, its worth noting that UK limited companies can usually deduct charitable donations from their profits before paying Corporation Tax, making it a meaningful and tax-efficient way to give back.
#MentalHealth #SocialImpact #CorporateGiving #HubOfHope] [As we approach the end of the financial year, many organisations are reflecting on impact and what more they can do for the communities they serve.
At Chasing the Stigma, were working to ensure that anyone, anywhere can find mental health support when they need it most through Hub of Hope
Every year, the platform supports over 1 million searches for help, often the first step towards vital support!
But keeping the Hub of Hope running, up-to-date and accessible across the UK takes ongoing support. Thats where your organisation can make a difference.
Whether its fundraising, donating, or partnering with us, you can help ensure support remains available to everyone who needs it.
Find out more via the link in our bio
And as you plan for year end, its worth noting that UK limited companies can usually deduct charitable donations from their profits before paying Corporation Tax, making it a meaningful and tax-efficient way to give back.
#MentalHealth #SocialImpact #CorporateGiving #HubOfHope]
[Thank you Andy!!
After 10 years of dedicated service, including the last five as Chair, Professor Andy Smith will be stepping down from his role as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Chasing the Stigma and chairing his last ever board meeting before passing on the baton.
Under his leadership, guidance, and belief in our mission, we have grown from a single idea into one of the UKs most important mental health resources.
Our CEO & Founder Jake Mills said, "His impact on the charity, our team, and the countless people we support every day cannot be overstated. On a personal level, I will always be grateful for the support Andy has shown me along the way, and while he will be sorely missed as Chair, I know his encouragement will remain with us as we continue to build on his legacy."
#ChasingtheStigma #BoardofTrustees #CharityBoard #HubofHope] [Thank you Andy!!
After 10 years of dedicated service, including the last five as Chair, Professor Andy Smith will be stepping down from his role as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Chasing the Stigma and chairing his last ever board meeting before passing on the baton.
Under his leadership, guidance, and belief in our mission, we have grown from a single idea into one of the UKs most important mental health resources.
Our CEO & Founder Jake Mills said, "His impact on the charity, our team, and the countless people we support every day cannot be overstated. On a personal level, I will always be grateful for the support Andy has shown me along the way, and while he will be sorely missed as Chair, I know his encouragement will remain with us as we continue to build on his legacy."
#ChasingtheStigma #BoardofTrustees #CharityBoard #HubofHope]
[Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously?
Yesterday we attended the APPG for Suicide and Self-harm Prevention, where we heard from Baroness Gillian Merron at the halfway point of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy.
Our CEO said "While it was useful to hear about some of the progress being made, it was also frustrating to hear the Minister speak about not being able to do this alone, when so many of the individuals and organisations across the country are, in reality, being left to do exactly that.
Our position has always been clear. We are here to work alongside government and partners across the sector to learn, develop, and shape the future of suicide and self-harm prevention in a way that is evidence-based and person-centred. But too often it feels as though we are being spoken to rather than listened to.
In the words of Matthew Smith from @ifucareshare , Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously? ] [Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously?
Yesterday we attended the APPG for Suicide and Self-harm Prevention, where we heard from Baroness Gillian Merron at the halfway point of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy.
Our CEO said "While it was useful to hear about some of the progress being made, it was also frustrating to hear the Minister speak about not being able to do this alone, when so many of the individuals and organisations across the country are, in reality, being left to do exactly that.
Our position has always been clear. We are here to work alongside government and partners across the sector to learn, develop, and shape the future of suicide and self-harm prevention in a way that is evidence-based and person-centred. But too often it feels as though we are being spoken to rather than listened to.
In the words of Matthew Smith from @ifucareshare , Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously? ]
[British weather, sea air and some serious arcade competition
This week we swapped our office desks for sea views and took a team wellbeing day to walk along the Wirral dock front to New Brighton, with pit stops for arcade games, lunch and plenty of laughs along the way.
(Some more competitive at air hockey than others)
Taking time to check in, reconnect and recharge as a team really matters to us. The work we do every day supports people through difficult moments so making space to look after ourselves (and each other) is just as important
Investing in wellbeing isnt time away from the mission, it strengthens it!
#TeamWellbeing #WorkplaceWellness #CharityLife #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #ChasingTheStigma] [British weather, sea air and some serious arcade competition
This week we swapped our office desks for sea views and took a team wellbeing day to walk along the Wirral dock front to New Brighton, with pit stops for arcade games, lunch and plenty of laughs along the way.
(Some more competitive at air hockey than others)
Taking time to check in, reconnect and recharge as a team really matters to us. The work we do every day supports people through difficult moments so making space to look after ourselves (and each other) is just as important
Investing in wellbeing isnt time away from the mission, it strengthens it!
#TeamWellbeing #WorkplaceWellness #CharityLife #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #ChasingTheStigma]
[Were so pleased to welcome Amy Yarker as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees
Amy shares our passion for breaking down stigma and putting people at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and reach more communities, having strong, compassionate leadership helping to guide our journey is more important than ever
This marks an exciting new chapter for us and were so glad to have Amy alongside us as we continue working to normalise and humanise conversations around mental health!
Read more via the link in our bio
#ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #CommunityImpact] [Were so pleased to welcome Amy Yarker as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees
Amy shares our passion for breaking down stigma and putting people at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and reach more communities, having strong, compassionate leadership helping to guide our journey is more important than ever
This marks an exciting new chapter for us and were so glad to have Amy alongside us as we continue working to normalise and humanise conversations around mental health!
Read more via the link in our bio
#ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #CommunityImpact]
[We are incredibly grateful to @liverpoolfilmoffice for the opportunity to speak at the Northern Film and TV Gala Dinner and share more about our work
Jake our CEO & founder stated: "The reaction in the room was a powerful reminder that people really do want to talk about mental health, and that these conversations don't always have to feel heavy. They can be open and shared with a smile, surrounded by friends and colleagues!"
@kerryspicerphotography
#NorthernTvandFilmGala #FilmandTVCharity #HubofHope #MentalHealth #ChasingtheStigma] [We are incredibly grateful to @liverpoolfilmoffice for the opportunity to speak at the Northern Film and TV Gala Dinner and share more about our work
Jake our CEO & founder stated: "The reaction in the room was a powerful reminder that people really do want to talk about mental health, and that these conversations don't always have to feel heavy. They can be open and shared with a smile, surrounded by friends and colleagues!"
@kerryspicerphotography
#NorthernTvandFilmGala #FilmandTVCharity #HubofHope #MentalHealth #ChasingtheStigma]
[Last week we were invited to @unitedutilities All Colleague Event!
Connecting with our communities and partners is what makes our work so meaningful. It was fantastic to spend time with the teams, hearing more about the work theyre doing across the North West and the positive impact!
Strong partnerships help us reach more people, in more places and together we can continue making a difference to how people find support for their mental health
We look forward to continuing our work with United Utilities!
#ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory #SupportFinder] [Last week we were invited to @unitedutilities All Colleague Event!
Connecting with our communities and partners is what makes our work so meaningful. It was fantastic to spend time with the teams, hearing more about the work theyre doing across the North West and the positive impact!
Strong partnerships help us reach more people, in more places and together we can continue making a difference to how people find support for their mental health
We look forward to continuing our work with United Utilities!
#ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory #SupportFinder]
[Your mental health isn't likely to take a break when you're on your commute into work, out with friends, doing the weekly shop or just continuing daily activities. Take this as your sign to look after your mental health
Consider the Hub of Hope as convenient to use as your takeaway food apps:
Pop in your postcode
Tick in the requirements
View the services available near you!
On your terms, your timeline, whenever & wherever.
Visit or download the Hub of Hope today to begin. Visit the link in our bio!
Provided by Chasing the Stigma
#MentalHealthSupport #HubofHope #ThisIsASign #ChasingtheStigma] [Your mental health isn't likely to take a break when you're on your commute into work, out with friends, doing the weekly shop or just continuing daily activities. Take this as your sign to look after your mental health
Consider the Hub of Hope as convenient to use as your takeaway food apps:
Pop in your postcode
Tick in the requirements
View the services available near you!
On your terms, your timeline, whenever & wherever.
Visit or download the Hub of Hope today to begin. Visit the link in our bio!
Provided by Chasing the Stigma
#MentalHealthSupport #HubofHope #ThisIsASign #ChasingtheStigma]Load more
Burlington House,
Crosby Road North,
Liverpool, L22 0PJ
Charity number: 1170757
We're on a mission to normalise and humanise mental health
Burlington House,
Crosby Road North,
Liverpool, L22 0PJ
Charity number: 1170757
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![[WERE FINALISTS! Were so proud to share that we have been named a finalist in the People, Place & Planet category at the Liverpool Innovation & Impact Awards @liverpoolawards ! Our work is all about creating change, making mental health support more accessible, helping people know where to turn, and supporting communities across the UK. To see that work recognised in our home city is a pretty special feeling A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support what we do. We couldnt do it without you. Fingers crossed #LiverpoolAwards #PeoplePlacePlanet #LiverpoolInnovation #ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthSupport #Liverpool]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/772481750_1687292730070618_7028245809777110305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=AqcsuBW3WfoQ7kNvwFdIGRz&_nc_oc=Adp6F3M-NNC255V_lkE5W7WdfL8Xz28pOlapc7WPPCEuyPAT6Qq-r7NR1kTVgrN4hbw&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIvNlzNkyxSq0VG1grx2oi9vddAKeT_zCIiLqluJho0Av_cDbR2f6VoD1Tjvb3mMNM4Ldab7hY6&oh=00_AQHa1TJVq2jQl0LpCyXOAWzFfbou-c9eRi4vBKfzH1fntg&oe=6A8B758B){kind=link}
![[This is an opportunity for the government to not just redesign mental health services, but transform the way it thinks about mental health altogether, putting people and earliest possible prevention at its heart. Today's government announcement marks a positive step towards improving access to mental health support, and we welcome the commitment to expanding services and helping more people get the support they need. But if we want to prevent people reaching crisis point, we must invest in support long before that moment. Early intervention, community-based services and the voluntary sector all have a vital role to play in building a future where everyone can access the right support, at the right time. Mental health doesn't begin when someone walks through the doors of a hospital. It begins in our homes, our schools, our workplaces and our communities. Our CEO, Jake Mills, has shared his response to today's announcement and why this is an opportunity to put prevention at the heart of how we think about mental health. Read his full statement in the graphics above. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #Community #Prevention #HubOfHope #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/764358556_1681043784028846_4582245302370184293_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=657R3IXKLcoQ7kNvwEmoUTd&_nc_oc=Ado6EjV8szivbalpvrDjo5v3zf_rk_7uHrm7C1M9Fn5dZ-GwhAstqYJlOfxYU8oBi1Q&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJg7ITSgzCOauW95XEfbTVQO-HQ4kHzRt9oAlXrmJNBI5RUqoqXFDkIx0xajlo7HczJYtFbYOJo&oh=00_AQHwpMSMYoCCy4_pnK_kJhckEPxgorEt3gceaal3A2GYfA&oe=6A8B9B5B){kind=link}
![[ Time for a little summer reset... Next week, our offices will be closed as the Chasing the Stigma team takes some well-earned time to pause, recharge and enjoy a slower pace. Whether that's getting outside, spending time with people we love, or simply having a few days away from our screens, taking time to look after ourselves matters too. We'll be closed from the 1st of August and back on the 10th August, ready to continue pushing and doing the work we care so much about. In the meantime, Hub of Hope remains available whenever you need it, helping you explore mental health support across the UK, please check the opening hours of your chosen service. Have a restful week, and we'll see you soon! #TeamWellbeing #SummerReset #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/758896561_1674330274700197_7674863573339651310_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=9kX1ssm9a70Q7kNvwG8HED8&_nc_oc=AdqsrmwthnTFI5y-OoFCAcOfoyKCofUogL5N7iZOS6_j7b66-zSVpJ0ndnT1-iAj3r0&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQI99KOdPTDZi1-p3VMpzjFgr-lGKZoIFYhGOx3hlFoinBC1KLzjK-NfBSr1aWbxKEESdPIIgqia&oh=00_AQFxJWFQoFxLzB_Nx7aev2z5dZ3oE7ZR1JVwdauJBBLn7g&oe=6A8B82F6){kind=link}
![[Strong support starts with strong support networks Last week, our team attended the Premier League Life Skills Provider Meeting, connecting with partners from across the network to share ideas and continue strengthening the support available through clubs, families and communities. Here's what our team had to say about the day: "It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow providers and collaborate on shaping the upcoming season. The sessions were incredibly insightful, focusing on how we deepen parental involvement in academy education and enhance our environments to better support neurodivergence. As part of the Life Skills Curriculum, Chasing the Stigma delivers our Ambassador of Hope mental health awareness training directly to the vital support networks: parents, carers, host families, and club staff." We're proud to be working alongside Premier League clubs to help build environments where conversations around mental health feel more confident and informed #AmbassadorOfHope #MentalHealthAwareness #PremierLeague #LifeSkills #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/753694895_1664674408999117_8282472837668267953_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=YgZIdNDsagsQ7kNvwFipbBP&_nc_oc=AdpCAujq_dxX_0vLdpuQteic-F54sEeJMmPi6d063bpU7MVNaiPHZgZCqRAkuzqk8kc&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIlkmzP0th0YbTzssFgrv9a2evAA-E84JkIo1HzoGGmkLbcjPwWkeOZIa-JRIBn8p1WmZqldEyX&oh=00_AQG8oN6J3TGEZMPBe3c36JlKUharf0d7lBcAEQXoSDJOGg&oe=6A8BAC33){kind=link}
![[ Secured your London Marathon place? Why not run for something bigger than the finish line? Join #TeamCTS and help us ensure more people can find mental health support when they need it. Every mile you run and every donation you raise helps to ensure finding mental health support remains accessible through Hub of Hope. Ready? Reach out today via fundraising@chasingthestigma.co.uk #LondonMarathon #TeamCTS #Fundraising #HubOfHope #KnowWhereToTurn]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/749096453_1659974072802484_4691590018929576755_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=UK74lB6YXVMQ7kNvwE5Rvze&_nc_oc=AdppxZxeKfd_vW37eEBXQvXppDi_1krzg1F8V_ztSrsvAFprUPZgwOtGazRWTR_rgN8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIeDEIDpcuaAfG7ndEzf0QefPodkc_iHNBlaMEo3LkLmL7k0mZVoiWNIk43VCr-_Ma4OnE4GEZz&oh=00_AQEs7kJv--1yUPRatY6AWQ_AlFDYuUTT3OTeaysm1QL1ag&oe=6A8B8B07){kind=link}
![[Meaningful conversations lead to meaningful change Last week our CEO Jake attended the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for suicide and self-harm prevention. With the meeting focusing specifically on the upcoming mental health agenda, it has never been more important that we continue to hear the voices of those with lived experience and vital organisations who work tirelessly on this subject every day. We're proud to be part of these conversations, working alongside others across the sector to champion accessible mental health support and ensure more people know where to turn when they need it. #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthStrategy #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/747154168_1657950003004891_7667153771831681911_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=xfRfaijOOVUQ7kNvwEuDw8K&_nc_oc=AdoNptSN3nvkW7BRX57wMIdmE01G6Jj-2b5DHLVsm7VY7TJgo0iun772586P9lCjxTE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJUqK7Gj-e3K6HFX9r6dSH2UOBZuF-fjHxWo4eMGx5dJRatfoXyiUqxJZah6cRJFg7mezIlqD_4&oh=00_AQGeSmFSKXjWUYGOmrNcloAwk0jRjiE1f5Ie6IaXevkW-A&oe=6A8B8125){kind=link}
![[We're out and about again! Leone, our Training and Partnerships co-ordinator, was proud to attend the Wirral Change Open Day and Health Promotion & Screening Event last week. Delivered in partnership with the Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance, the event was a fantastic initiative connecting local residents with vital NHS services, health professionals, and community support! Thank you for having us, where should we go next? (Reach out if you'd love for us to come to an event) #CommunitySupport #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #CommunityEvents]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/744860402_1655311473268744_4618479736948110696_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=OKqY67zGbPYQ7kNvwGK0YS1&_nc_oc=Adprn0qdbSg37JPF2VXOd7bS_ZB9mAkWbModt4hGAcZhGjNWmaFe9nMhkCSp3mQw33g&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQK8o31pfbYlJaY45EndzneHbEAfWv-B4WY4BxxSc8UcA3S1Xx04ftt9jxHGx_zlb4Ml22ojmcgj&oh=00_AQHvpndDSZEW8qT0F3ZdpzS-wDKWP2uvaBjZGFWtuc6ueg&oe=6A8B77AD){kind=link}
![[ Partner Alert! Were proud to be partnering with @nationalhways to help boost mental health support on major roads and help people get support quickly and easily. This partnership is an important step forward for National Highways as we continue our work to reduce and prevent harm across our network. We know mental health is complex and not something we can tackle on our own." - Nicola Tweedie, National Highways Suicide Prevention Lead Together, we want everyone to know that support is available, and that nobody has to face their mental health challenges alone. Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #NationalHighways #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/741777568_1654101900056368_2238685175608186290_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=l3rUp2tsCmUQ7kNvwE9jqdZ&_nc_oc=Adq6eXymdwzxWgwbHDEYOLwWL5Y4qqMopFOMs18Gtg95DkaMVTVsxVavAK_Pcv4tJOI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKgg8JV0gzM6c5TEkNtPm4q7GlMAl3R-kh0-h5MErPjJqKi91WWi1YNUc10zM48dWdz0FVRc62e&oh=00_AQHq7rUk1gWn8L0_b6lR4HmWxUZ5GeHx-w8k80zSm_QWVA&oe=6A8BA36D){kind=link}
![[ Calling all storytellers looking for something new... We're growing our team and looking for a Marketing Manager to help tell our story, grow our reach and make an even bigger impact At Chasing the Stigma, every campaign, post and piece of content helps more people discover where they can find mental health support. You'll support with engaging marketing campaigns, produce high-quality written content across multiple channels, and help ensure our voice is consistent, impactful and rooted in lived experience. You'll also support a wide range of marketing activity, from events and initiatives to reports and campaigns that help drive our mission forward. If you're passionate about creativity, love building brands with purpose and know your way around a great social campaign, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to help us make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate? Apply via the link in our bio #MarketingJobs #MarketingManager #CharityJobs #SocialImpact #MentalHealth #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/741777862_1653299953469896_3339505265982528296_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=toR4ZIYUku8Q7kNvwETF17K&_nc_oc=AdqUytB9oS7v8KxXSgVu5vEDF52uPLIXMX9b-fgCNtxaVPsfK6j1Wni2Zb5R_aK9nRg&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIzJMEzdbDB4adqbUE1Lthcb7iwmUStvfkilyJxDAiwpYueVuQsUKJiiI4T3InAX-GB6-iXKodM&oh=00_AQEzi4fGVfEaQnbq7WgoLwXW4nx2Sa9e63-uHyOxDEc67Q&oe=6A8B8B0F){kind=link}
![[Lights, camera... action on highlighting support We had a brilliant time at the @liverpoolfilmoffice Crew Catch Up! Its was inspiring to see the industry come together, but just as important were the honest conversations about the challenges that come with the job. Our training & partnerships coordinator Leone who attended stated, "I was proud to attend and share how the Hub of Hope can act as a vital lifeline, giving people a way to find support or signpost their colleagues to the right service." (Also how good do those pastries look?) Where shall we head to next? Get in touch! #HubofHope #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthTraining #MentalHealthDirectory #MentalHealthInTheArts #LiverpoolFilmOffice]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/718315455_1620318463434712_2492680180325237902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=RPhhIjUKmHEQ7kNvwGSIGpQ&_nc_oc=Adq5_trKh7cIo_vMTRtdjLHWlWdufKO8Z412Idli6IMzq_OgCSKr3SL-8o5rbuz5y8c&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKzKo6x8O2QCTZZgc-kzF_wsUYQoPnjBes5DzjLkR8Xz9DgH5Axmqjyb-3tHhiHe7TNXqc0xd1S&oh=00_AQFZIG2heht-gbhoNUjZW_EjOgRWHvL66cp6K5ZV6gd9sw&oe=6A8B7E1F){kind=link}
![[Were growing our Ambassador of Hope trainer community Our Associate Trainers help deliver values-led mental health awareness sessions that create safe spaces, challenge stigma and help people know where to find support. This is a flexible, session-by-session opportunity delivered online and in person alongside your existing commitments. If youd be proud to represent Chasing the Stigma and to help create environments where conversations around mental health are normalised, people are confident in their approach to the topic & to show people how to signpost those in need to support, get in touch! Learn more https://www.chasingthestigma.co.uk/post/could-you-be-an-ambassador-of-hope-trainer #TrainerCallout #AmbassadorofHope #MentalHealthTraining #TrainersNeeded #ChasingtheStigma #MentalHealthDirectory]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/715235691_18413336458183964_6652265003771286948_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=5nB36KXbeSQQ7kNvwHPvBsd&_nc_oc=AdrFueWcrc9hhvWfjRyyxxV_a7298TwxpFTAJMT1Atug43TtDXxsxM67uUihtQmvyDY&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJOxy-30Ko5yjzNIS_lJ3OUFr1yh2arK5XaEz8y7qqWlOD66et7355pvzoGcSl6aS8Yj0lqM85G&oh=00_AQG9N8haMdYr3oElSsPlPcIJxlTj9HzQ2Kb5BRFOXGsnuw&oe=6A8B99CF){kind=link}
![[Pride is about community, visibility and being able to show up as yourself But support matters too. Whether you're looking for LGBTQ+ specific services, community groups or mental health support, Hub of Hope can help you explore what's available, whenever feels right for you. Search for LGBTQ+ support via www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app! #Pride #PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/711619192_1616003160532909_4935446571305907486_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=I7G3fwKyynYQ7kNvwHi-kRw&_nc_oc=AdrH1MKy_hFFiVHls483aqbEJAeJTcWDmMys3M_Vq6U7EvlBmuWow-J5SCORViD7QTA&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKZDuWf4Q1ViQpJFGl6sCkO4jT0H763i0NkzYysFeBXMJ7XBJUP766um-t-cpqHX_pcdKDy5p1U&oh=00_AQGhR3xO3JmPx16Zo0QflECPziUKCMT7F4XtMZmNnug3hw&oe=6A8B8D41){kind=link}
![[ Partner Alert! Were proud to be partnering with @wigancouncil to help make mental health support more visible, accessible and easier to navigate across the borough. As the first local authority in the UK to formally adopt Hub of Hope, this partnership is a huge step towards making sure more people know where to turn when they need support Together, well be helping connect communities with trusted local and national mental health services, while continuing to challenge stigma around mental health. Because finding support shouldnt feel overwhelming! Heres to creating clearer pathways to hope, together #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityPartnership #WiganCouncil #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/702982552_1603441525122406_4273621845457310796_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=cAldFJltp5EQ7kNvwGJylx2&_nc_oc=AdrAUBCI9wEeu7ZzO23Lvx3s-cQ--SfsKHhtc6oJ6rhbJ9KJejSIDR8F6dAKyRJKpcE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIakxKiL-iYzLxjjaeAX5coExpZ7ge1ZPokW5Hb3uVEa-Ti2rLOHZlX798kK44S3lo16zBEyyVj&oh=00_AQHQ9VekJ2R7MHx1MAxHskHK3YiNtWXZx_JnIzuabqlbEw&oe=6A8B75C6){kind=link}
![[We got to spend the afternoon with @studentroostuk in sunny Liverpool for their mental health awareness week event! Through the #BehindEveryDoor campaign we work together to signpost students to seek support on their own terms & timelines with the Hub of Hope! We loved getting involved in the day, connecting with students, sharing about the Hub of Hope, taking part in the aromatherapy activities (and even a sound bath!) Thanks for having us @@studentroostuk ]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/697792910_1597455205721038_8486216918937450374_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=6XVR9cQWH-4Q7kNvwEaoj8L&_nc_oc=AdothWn4bwmmwGUFPIASrdNt4k04mghBpPvh0tMB_8kDPNUEWN0AERJYR1NeUxUyed0&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIxGpuqCGHQBTswZ3oqzqaf-idq8Yrwwmr7jVEx3St2MMBfy8eBSfv31RdF5U52auE8ovx-LLEy&oh=00_AQGhnigXWvFpXbVNcmakAugIcWc3qdFQX8XxV4LiFUm24w&oe=6A8B7DBD){kind=link}
![[Sometimes, finding the right words can feel impossible This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're reminding everyone that taking action can start with reaching out If you're not sure where to turn, the Hub of Hope can help you find mental health support near you, just pop in your postcode, select the relevant filters and search your results! Because even small actions can make a big difference. Visit hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app today #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/685102961_1585131623620063_4329825307198218102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=JEDcGzS8NooQ7kNvwGg1faM&_nc_oc=AdovgfXPP-lx2FN95gh_ip_ZJJjBDo8Pzj6mckDQ2Ivt_Oe5ohM0mvk9H4SlipRbLig&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQILwrCfSXZ-W28tAVnMFCVbhQ6Hq0VpH_LXqCOAg6BV2JebOKCTBRFLGdCswWfRGyLqv6-9lyUe&oh=00_AQErpI9A0mZ1wnJrwvhLNhNFpzRbgj1uc5_7nETyJt8tKg&oe=6A8B93E1){kind=link}
![[A bench can be more powerful than it looks We're proud to be the official charity partner with HelloBench, connecting communities with conversation, connection and access to support. The first HelloBench outside Berkshire has now launched in Cirencester, offering a simple place to pause, reflect, talk, or scan the QR code for instant access to Hub of Hope! Because sometimes support starts with a conversation. And it often starts with knowing where to find help. With more HelloBenches planned for communities across the UK, this is just the beginning #HelloBench #HubOfHope #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityConnection #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/686497204_1586188403514385_3455528897488318905_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=iZt4uLyqJ5cQ7kNvwGhV_o8&_nc_oc=Ado4aZO6ye1wz16Xg0YwCXhKF7SvjkBZ6WPfHf1bAXoqI6nTDNqSTHzIq5D-dzj-zfQ&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJCRT09WnAD7_XbyCMvp1N-YDFv2QKW05cOaV__60_3t2GU-XgM6wYdwewMPgCHgEZ2rk7Z__Hl&oh=00_AQE9Lk7DAGxhvtSYa1NKUj5HwUh4TgkXHPp1UqdV7HPkaA&oe=6A8BA265){kind=link}
![[Last week Chris, our Director of business and operational development, went down to London to take part in the Head On campaign launch where the aim is to push for a modern & fairer mental health system! "Being in that room, you could feel how much appetite there is for change. MPs, charities, innovators and people with lived experience were all pointing to the same truth: that the system isn't fit for purpose, and we can do better! What stayed with me most were the personal stories, the years people have waited for help, the difference the right support made, and the hope that comes from seeing practical solutions already emerging. It was a reminder that progress is possible when we listen, collaborate and act with urgency." At Chasing the Stigma, were proud to stand alongside this powerful coalition. Through the Hub of Hope and our wider work, well keep championing evidence, lived experience and communityled solutions as we tackle the mental health crisis HEAD ON. #HeadOnCampaign #UKMentalHealthSystem #ChasingTheStigma #HubOfHope]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/684932160_1585112730288619_8454453904885381019_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=Engile8nRRcQ7kNvwG2beNV&_nc_oc=Adq64grdQ0HPrFEqlpW5JIQKVr6TRrZg9aE3jKgQcGjIMY961AMm2n_OYgzqoLTg5OE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJ64k0u2ncJIwt9RvsYJx8BBTKqdJQonHMJAZxTKhkyWxH07PsAH8G-oIDIoPDn0czKIBRrSBSw&oh=00_AQEeBCKXJWYA7Z7jJKBADru-uhpmV7EN_X-jz-IO2X6HeQ&oe=6A8BA800){kind=link}
![[ Mental health cannot wait. Delays in treatment are causing crises to escalate, families to struggle, and costs to rise. Entire lives are being put on hold or lost. At Chasing the Stigma, we believe better mental health support is possible. Thats why were proud to be part of the Head On campaign, alongside 20+ mental health charities, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time. Thank you @shocka_artist, @poornabell, @iambenwest and @sonnygreenuk for standing with us and helping shine a light on the urgent need for change. Mental health deserves the political focus it needs and the people who need support deserve better. Together, we can inspire the UK Government to raise its ambitions for our mental health system. A better system is possible. Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On. Find out more at headoncampaign.org #HeadOnCampaign]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.82787-15/671824578_18407198680183964_1646047495370809581_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=MTs_51-mTKMQ7kNvwHD7gT5&_nc_oc=AdonyDAXIVIXJQNMBS6G3p96brtoG3XQf0KmL_WlWZ6KNDZJVwY9CzKuTYw3moMo8_Q&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKOGFkVQV7BrFGGGtMQ-9DQv70wj4wit6ofScKQor3BeocjYT5d3Kuw9dJuCzmaGrkw2Esh5w9I&oh=00_AQFUlg1jE93gtY36k8G-jbFPghkl-5rW937p3d62aJxW7w&oe=6A8B8F5F){kind=link}
![[We believe better mental health support is possible Thats why weve joined 20+ charities to support the Head On campaign, calling for a modern mental health system where everyone can access the right support, at the right time. At Chasing the Stigma, we see every day how important it is for people to know where to turn. Through Hub of Hope, were working to make mental health support easier to find, for anyone, anywhere But real change requires more! It starts by giving mental health the political focus it deserves, so that support is not only available, but accessible to everyone who needs it. Its time to tackle the mental health crisis Head On! Find out more at headoncampaign.org #HeadOnCampaign #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/677290553_1576351031164789_7962157219047550452_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=O7g0bqRPtmMQ7kNvwHDstpn&_nc_oc=Adqb7i_Zoy_xEC0s33WyGczUFivn-J-DrJwVyTXDYvxG5khfYPbD57WSV7FHQMGXgfM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJvS1g0epZ65byO4GHJwZEYUePJajpNDZfh7LB0mqao0il3dlhDEqaT0jOykGsqFgTdTv1OoiRF&oh=00_AQHxKqSk0GX--8PZsHnjnLbnLFicXzIhnCovK5crYy9mPg&oe=6A8B9251){kind=link}
![[Shoutout time! We want to give a huge thank you to Sarah for taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon in support of Chasing the Stigma Such an incredible achievement, and were so grateful to have had Sarah helping raise awareness and support for the Hub of Hope Every fundraiser helps us continue to grow, making sure more people can find mental health support when they need it most. Feeling inspired? From runs to personal challenges, there are so many ways to get involved! #londonlandmarkshalfmarathon #fundraise #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/673168509_1572777691522123_2079984410730111379_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=FoJ_4Xf3-6oQ7kNvwFQtUC1&_nc_oc=AdoTh-FSPsIee9kAUEQa5UiycTuymGUEbwVd5kQlXx_bSB-_xmSE4LorC2vk9W-Eh1Y&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJgM9LEnvmJ0S0n4xPRjVsuq4B_atQ3MscvsEqERvL6EhI0cBNJR40oJl-nT5SHm0DhD2INJOoh&oh=00_AQGAHASsEQn0DpPzy5poOo-ioAEueslIOSVyJvgbM9Alww&oe=6A8B9AD7){kind=link}
![[Today our partnership team headed over to @fusionstudentsuk supporting a student wellbeing event! As part of the #BehindEveryDoor initiative with, its so important that students know where to turn if they need support, especially when theyre living away from home or navigating something new. Through Hub of Hope, students can quickly find mental health services wherever they are in the UK. Thanks @fusionstudentsuk for having us! #BetterTogether #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalWellbeing #StudentsMentalHealth]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/669038253_1565278712272021_5536684318215800108_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=scgUHuC3kZoQ7kNvwGGXbOb&_nc_oc=AdrOsGi5XD1xwttkg4O38sTQoYw15_E53kRmhpMA7BcjDTyeAIrDncp37fKY4UrcOIQ&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQI5MPIlvBMDXRZnih00g5W_OKsrby5ldtl1V11IU65DszArT2vUU5RHndQZ3ajd43qwCPx6g5QO&oh=00_AQHijoxjmAyx5Dkn2wnV-y9x_fbUPp9-JxhQzMb6LfDBJg&oe=6A8B90D0){kind=link}
![[A long weekend can look different for everyone, whether thats busy, quiet, or somewhere in-between If things feel a little off, taking time to check in with your mental health matters. With Hub of Hope, you can find support near you, quickly and simply* *Remember to check individual service opening hours over the bank holiday. Visit www.hubofhope.co.uk or download the free app on your smart device, just pop your postcode in, select your filters and browse the results! #MentalHealthSupport #HubOfHope #Easter #BankHoliday]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/659973766_1559063676226858_1384580086942439877_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=eQoU03QH4LoQ7kNvwGfKiEA&_nc_oc=AdrPtxCagGpkvkOci73dlZ0ElvVejxvybAXulhWQPAB664laEyghl6RUsbpm4C8wSyQ&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKtzkj2UI2a6utxJTwlO4h0c99J_xsJsG-JkoiQwGt_paN80Iocbv4zmH5uATz-GzMEOEzd7u2Z&oh=00_AQGw03SIMVevmbvRkxZH18LEgLhl8tRBM6YXYi8ljLHvsw&oe=6A8B9DBF){kind=link}
![[As we approach the end of the financial year, many organisations are reflecting on impact and what more they can do for the communities they serve. At Chasing the Stigma, were working to ensure that anyone, anywhere can find mental health support when they need it most through Hub of Hope Every year, the platform supports over 1 million searches for help, often the first step towards vital support! But keeping the Hub of Hope running, up-to-date and accessible across the UK takes ongoing support. Thats where your organisation can make a difference. Whether its fundraising, donating, or partnering with us, you can help ensure support remains available to everyone who needs it. Find out more via the link in our bio And as you plan for year end, its worth noting that UK limited companies can usually deduct charitable donations from their profits before paying Corporation Tax, making it a meaningful and tax-efficient way to give back. #MentalHealth #SocialImpact #CorporateGiving #HubOfHope]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/656802450_1549661267167099_2660342542645437814_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=hvn4xKGD7kEQ7kNvwHWaGIJ&_nc_oc=Adq-uJhHXxc-i_fqzaKrB45SUAKCouEVL_MofbdOenjkjunGoaCg18PDgxgtaur91gI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJYVPVlt42GXmOyz6oVsP22seSIb8N4KlhFOZYSekZrdbRjqxF86rF2-CRRzURrEhnukjRm5OkQ&oh=00_AQGl8GF4stq7diLv6vJC1AAQADDaK78hR89ENoy4NJgejg&oe=6A8BA1D5){kind=link}
![[Thank you Andy!! After 10 years of dedicated service, including the last five as Chair, Professor Andy Smith will be stepping down from his role as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Chasing the Stigma and chairing his last ever board meeting before passing on the baton. Under his leadership, guidance, and belief in our mission, we have grown from a single idea into one of the UKs most important mental health resources. Our CEO & Founder Jake Mills said, "His impact on the charity, our team, and the countless people we support every day cannot be overstated. On a personal level, I will always be grateful for the support Andy has shown me along the way, and while he will be sorely missed as Chair, I know his encouragement will remain with us as we continue to build on his legacy." #ChasingtheStigma #BoardofTrustees #CharityBoard #HubofHope]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/655891033_1546740874125805_4666788915557989455_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=iQILVisZiAAQ7kNvwE1aDG9&_nc_oc=Adr5HS240uSoMADRVwVeybzhfme3HmnKjEZ1tW4iXFvEIkcTwd_q8R-rH1jU-ZMpyK8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIZpxzp6MWiE1SbB4-udBbA6YpaWOsE0KpKBHczKAkrcGCqvM5C9VwnF3VxY0WROe6SjzmH7PQc&oh=00_AQHrK72Cu4wJaePeTnn5SRDDqyAMlQOhJtGyvynCyn4qvg&oe=6A8B81C6){kind=link}
![[Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously? Yesterday we attended the APPG for Suicide and Self-harm Prevention, where we heard from Baroness Gillian Merron at the halfway point of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy. Our CEO said "While it was useful to hear about some of the progress being made, it was also frustrating to hear the Minister speak about not being able to do this alone, when so many of the individuals and organisations across the country are, in reality, being left to do exactly that. Our position has always been clear. We are here to work alongside government and partners across the sector to learn, develop, and shape the future of suicide and self-harm prevention in a way that is evidence-based and person-centred. But too often it feels as though we are being spoken to rather than listened to. In the words of Matthew Smith from @ifucareshare , Who needs to be the first to fall before we are taken seriously? ]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/649533278_1538399424959950_3887005664233050919_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=hCWcGAXeSxQQ7kNvwF4JQ29&_nc_oc=Adq1iwAZqXOq5a-NS66lUuT7vNbGf_FubAmnZmsXXPTzP8YvRPs1LifbqreKKgNJ_V0&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJJlrm32W9cv1tziX8tvkhhLSE4OgBjZXAvpfB-mr9IL5n-Lca5y5ZkokSW17NUy-ZAwyxQpmI8&oh=00_AQG0HQ5PMiS2tBufJzDyuTXh1O0gnDXZ6B7w7kTbrbIr_w&oe=6A8B91AA){kind=link}
![[British weather, sea air and some serious arcade competition This week we swapped our office desks for sea views and took a team wellbeing day to walk along the Wirral dock front to New Brighton, with pit stops for arcade games, lunch and plenty of laughs along the way. (Some more competitive at air hockey than others) Taking time to check in, reconnect and recharge as a team really matters to us. The work we do every day supports people through difficult moments so making space to look after ourselves (and each other) is just as important Investing in wellbeing isnt time away from the mission, it strengthens it! #TeamWellbeing #WorkplaceWellness #CharityLife #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #ChasingTheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/648125815_1532296062236953_8839563801642494209_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=3wY6jP_g0fMQ7kNvwED5G1-&_nc_oc=AdrJCBON6X63MGeIE1unsd2L26tgegnNa-5qpIPvaKW3QXNfgUtxztIC6-gPe3qziDI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJY5hkx5ZACTV7KBrp1b06KuOlnRDwyOVsqWM6Pm-9TNqyI9kXtK4d2ec0zlOsswS9jUW5DLEb5&oh=00_AQEYCa2Q3oGS9u9d_TMS_Otz2Ob_LStGMtFiJtimhRJafA&oe=6A8B8B8F){kind=link}
![[Were so pleased to welcome Amy Yarker as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees Amy shares our passion for breaking down stigma and putting people at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and reach more communities, having strong, compassionate leadership helping to guide our journey is more important than ever This marks an exciting new chapter for us and were so glad to have Amy alongside us as we continue working to normalise and humanise conversations around mental health! Read more via the link in our bio #ChasingTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #CommunityImpact]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/644312311_1527916719341554_4550522314543491295_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=X6T4s6WzUbAQ7kNvwEHcurb&_nc_oc=Ado8xrnfRH3wXHZ3Sel0WiB0KhKok2CWJevGeSV1hybEL8C8wJEJxxwJe50m3FVjggs&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQLl3xfyPSL7LyYt2LdbFtNx7gwkRrx9HDNP4CTaMA_2JJ7NfImS31nv6DZ2u6l0DVQzKh9dJ6B-&oh=00_AQFm7v3TbWWzM1aTYDX0lmsH6D3wYd7uO7tKCQdDY8F15w&oe=6A8B9116){kind=link}
![[We are incredibly grateful to @liverpoolfilmoffice for the opportunity to speak at the Northern Film and TV Gala Dinner and share more about our work Jake our CEO & founder stated: "The reaction in the room was a powerful reminder that people really do want to talk about mental health, and that these conversations don't always have to feel heavy. They can be open and shared with a smile, surrounded by friends and colleagues!" @kerryspicerphotography #NorthernTvandFilmGala #FilmandTVCharity #HubofHope #MentalHealth #ChasingtheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/642174586_1526003882866171_8007962228766552331_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=36eRZs4NT_0Q7kNvwEHz95p&_nc_oc=AdoxH5nm8JnWqcuywmx_etb-2GedAYi6Wbecbhw90TOdmXA8I3uDE0U_bb_182LDD_c&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQKWzhmCbltnxm3f2ydGecp_z25yvrSVoe6BwfUyCENLHB7l0SiQZ4fXrDUeHQDor_orB47gnspw&oh=00_AQEjK3ZfT-TEF8OiTEhxppUsXpjU-c9lowtbqLTzwgA89A&oe=6A8B7553){kind=link}
![[Last week we were invited to @unitedutilities All Colleague Event! Connecting with our communities and partners is what makes our work so meaningful. It was fantastic to spend time with the teams, hearing more about the work theyre doing across the North West and the positive impact! Strong partnerships help us reach more people, in more places and together we can continue making a difference to how people find support for their mental health We look forward to continuing our work with United Utilities! #ChasingtheStigma #HubofHope #MentalHealthDirectory #SupportFinder]](https://instagram.ftlv23-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/637360757_1520120986787794_809523020975142411_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=FvWfbeKp28MQ7kNvwGBc-Zm&_nc_oc=AdqOfAY8zd3ee4hCHxWPWar9r-_TTi95HVxJo0fqcKBuDxVnqvuH49DhCZL6qafjz4A&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.ftlv23-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIiBLDnILFyRwQadQrU_bnL8rhib2-iESKAnWmM9gOhHP15ntaiXc9n7biOmwQ5P_a-APBi2HKU&oh=00_AQEd--JtClVsxuXSOgYnZTHDldJ3ZSEzSufNmVYdTuHCaw&oe=6A8BA1EE){kind=link}
![[Your mental health isn't likely to take a break when you're on your commute into work, out with friends, doing the weekly shop or just continuing daily activities. Take this as your sign to look after your mental health Consider the Hub of Hope as convenient to use as your takeaway food apps: Pop in your postcode Tick in the requirements View the services available near you! On your terms, your timeline, whenever & wherever. Visit or download the Hub of Hope today to begin. Visit the link in our bio! Provided by Chasing the Stigma #MentalHealthSupport #HubofHope #ThisIsASign #ChasingtheStigma]](https://instagram.fsdv2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/637055627_1517255310407695_7956068085478746089_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=FCToHDfGFfYQ7kNvwF5kgP_&_nc_oc=AdpPhPCBk9UVjyhjZCAKmV21E7vnQT_atWGzzUqdBowcvavuY3dWrqbxnV_n3nb8gZw&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=instagram.fsdv2-1.fna&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=EsAZSzY5eg-h4TzZfKyqQQ&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQIKGFOnhBwYrYv8aXWiJ2D2TagkEyvebu7VH2LixIWYmKOGJKZFNGRFM8NtW75ckhpJglfHysFr&oh=00_AQE1wbZAZdKkJmJpAyrY4NaOz_eJXe-XgC4068zoRfwZdQ&oe=6A8B9883){kind=link}
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