by Zoe | Jul 31, 2024 | Newsletter
St Andrews Ward in Wells has relocated to Yeovil’s new mental health in-patient ward. Now known as Rowan Ward 2, it provides fifteen in-patient beds, supported by an experienced mental health team. It is located next to the existing Rowan Ward 1, which has been...
by Zoe | Jul 24, 2024 | Newsletter
On Thursday, 4th July, Open Mental Health (OMH) attended an open afternoon at Windsor Hill Wood (WHW). This serene, therapeutic refuge is a safe haven for people overcoming mental health issues, addiction, and other life challenges. Many of their guests suffer from...
by Zoe | Jul 22, 2024 | Newsletter
ARK at Egwood (www.arkategwood.com), one of two NHS-funded Armed Forces Hubs covering the Somerset area, had its official launch on the 13th of March. Working with its partner hub, Arc in Taunton, ARK supports the Armed Forces community, including serving personnel,...
by Zoe | Jun 4, 2024 | Newsletter
Volunteers’ Week ran from Monday, 3rd June, to Sunday, 9th June. Volunteering has so many benefits—it can help our mental health, boost our social circle, give us employment skills, and make the world a better, kinder place. At OMH we are endlessly grateful for...
by Zoe | Jun 4, 2024 | Newsletter
Helen Fielden has joined the OMH Lead Accountable Body as Senior Co-Production Manager, bringing extensive experience from her former roles to guide and collaborate with our team of Expert by Experience Leaders. Jumping straight into the fray, she went on Radio...
by Zoe | May 14, 2024 | Newsletter
The Watch project continues to successfully support its members on their chosen peer pathways. One participant, Richard, recently completed a pathway that highlights his love for the culinary world. Richard attended a patisserie-making and artisan breadmaking course...