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🌟 New Initiative Alert! 🌟 Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership is hoping to launch the installation of public benches across the region to promote mental wellbeing and encourage community connections. Here’s how these benches will make a difference and how you can get involved: 1. Take Some Breathing Space Benches These benches are more than just seating; they promote mental health awareness with a free helpline displayed on each one, offering support to those in need. 2. Benefits of Public Benches Public benches are essential for reducing social isolation, encouraging outdoor activities, and creating inclusive environments. They serve as vital meeting points for community members, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. 3. Sheltered Benches for All Seasons To ensure year-round usability, options are being explored to install sheltered benches, providing comfort and accessibility regardless of the weather. 4. Get Involved Argyll and Bute HSCP is forming a working group of individuals and organisations ready to take action. They are seeking financial contributions, improvement efforts, and community involvement. Your support can make a significant impact on the wellbeing of the community. Support this initiative and help make the community a better place for everyone. 💪 Learn more by emailing [email protected] #MentalWellbeing #CommunitySupport #TakeSomeBreathingSpace #ArgyllAndBute #SocialImpact

This Tuesday, let your actions speak louder than your doubts. A simple reminder from MSSN #community. Have a great day ahead! ⛅ ☕ ✨ #mssn #support #wellbeing #injuredworker #illness #mentalhealth #psychologicalhealth

R U OK Day - Checking In on Your Well-being! At The Joint Replacement Clinic, we care about more than just joints; we care about you. On this R U OK? Day, we're here to remind you of the importance of mental well-being and to check in with one another. Whether you're facing a challenge or just need someone to talk to, remember that it's okay to reach out. A simple "Are you OK?" can make a world of difference. Take a moment today to connect with friends, family, and colleagues. Together, we can support each other and build a stronger, more caring community. #RUOKDay #MentalHealthMatters #JointReplacementClinic #CommunityCare #SupportEachOther #ruok #ruokday2024 #mentalhealth #adelaide

EVERYDAY IS A GOOD DAY TO ASK “ARE YOU OK” | Today serves as a vital reminder to check in with those we care about, reinforcing that a simple question “R U OK?” can truly make a significant impact. To honour this, many of our sites have come together, fostering connection and spreading the R U OK? message. This initiative not only shows our commitment to each other’s wellbeing but also encourages a culture of support and openness. Remember, every day is an opportunity to reach out and ask, “R U OK?” Your concern could be a lifeline 💛 #RUOK #Mentalhealthmatters #Mentalhealth #Starttheconversation

🌟 R U OK? Day 🌟 Today, we take a moment to check in on each other. Remember, it’s okay to ask your friends, family, or colleagues, "Are you OK?" A simple conversation can make a big difference. Let’s support one another and create a caring community. 💚 💜 #RUOKDay #CheckIn #SupportEachOther #HRDeptAus #MentalHealth #RUOKDay2024

Today is R U OK? Day - a powerful reminder of the importance of checking in with people around you and starting conversations that could change a life. By taking the time for an R U OK? conversation and listening with an open mind, we can help those around us feel supported, connected and cared for, which can make a big difference in how they feel. Today and every day, we encourage you to pay attention to your loved ones, neighbours, and colleagues, and if you have a feeling that something isn’t right, act on it. Always remember, there is no shame in not being OK. To learn more about how you can support those in your community, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gXGSJVQW #RUOKDay #RUOK #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #DeviceTechnologies

Managing your mental health is super important. Having structure to a day can really allow someone to feel more focused in what they're doing and gives a great confidence of commitment. We are always on the look out for new volunteers at ellenor #volunteers #volunteerjobs #volunteeringmatters #volunteerspotlight  #ellenor #carer #hospicecare #hospice #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealth #worldmentalhealthday #worldmentalhealthday #selfcare

The Extent of Isolation Among Men Older men are particularly vulnerable to social isolation. According to a 2021 report by Age UK, 1.2 million older men in the UK are living in chronic loneliness, with men over the age of 50 more likely to experience it than women. Younger men also face isolation. A YouGov survey conducted for the Jo Cox Foundation in 2019 found that 18% of men aged 30-45 said they felt lonely, compared to 14% of women in the same age group. Men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues. The Mental Health Foundation found that men in the UK are less likely than women to admit to feeling lonely or isolated, partly due to societal pressures around masculinity. Suicide rates among men are alarmingly high. In 2020, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that three-quarters of suicides in the UK are men (around 4,900 deaths). Isolation is recognized as a significant risk factor for suicide. The pandemic exacerbated isolation, especially among men. Research by the Campaign to End Loneliness showed that during the pandemic, 33% of men reported feeling lonelier than usual, while one in four men had not had a meaningful conversation in the last week by mid-2020. A study by Movember in 2020 found that 51% of men said they rarely talk about their feelings. This reluctance contributes to isolation and exacerbates mental health challenges. Loneliness and isolation were linked to physical health issues, such as heart disease, stroke, and weakened immune systems. Men’s Sheds have grown significantly in the UK, helping to address isolation among older men by providing a space for social interaction, learning, and community involvement. According to UK Men’s Sheds Association, there are over 1000 Men's Sheds across the country, with more being established each year. https://lnkd.in/e6_wc9HE #mensmentalhealth #loneliness #isolation #Menshealthmatters

💛 So much can change in a year, a month, even a week. Life doesn’t stop – it happens every day. 🌻 That’s why we should ask, “R U OK? A small question can make a world of difference. 💬✨Your care could mean everything. #RUOK #EverydaySupport #MeaningfulConversations #SupportYourMates #BuildTrust #MentalHealthMatters #LifeUpsAndDowns #CommunityCare #OpenDialogue #SupportEachOther #Wellbeing #StayConnected #ConnectBusinessInsurance Jackson Wall | Paul Cohalan