On Friday 9th October, between 10am and 1pm, Sefton CVS’s World Mental Health Event will be celebrating the work of organisations that support good mental wellbeing in Sefton – with a special focus on men and mental wellbeing. Sefton residents and workers are being invited to come along to hear of the vital community work going on locally including the stories of those who have … Continue reading World Mental Health Day Event with Sefton In Mind

Mobile coronavirus testing units have been scheduled to be at locations across Sefton through September. If you have the COVID-19 symptoms of a high temperature, persistent cough or loss of taste or smell  – however mild – you should get a test. Tests at mobile centres are available for anyone but they need to have made an appointment first at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or by calling 119. Mobile Testing … Continue reading Local Mobile Testing Unit dates for September

Sefton Young Carers support young people who have a caring responsibility at home.  By connecting young carers to each other they soon realise that they are not alone and that there are people around them who can help.  One young carer aged 10 said: “I thought I was the only one?  I didn’t know other children went through the same things as me?” They currently … Continue reading If you are a young carer, are you okay?

The Friends of South Park are a community group dedicated to the improvement and ongoing wellbeing of South Park in Bootle, Merseyside. They are part of a growing network called Taking Root in Bootle which connects community growing, food and health projects across South Sefton. Every Friday they hold a community gardening session where they maintain the site together over a chat. Being outdoors really … Continue reading Are you okay with your environment?

Sean’s Place is a community interest company who provide a wide range of activities to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of men in Sefton. All sessions at Sean’s Place have been chosen due to their ability to improve confidence and self-esteem, whilst reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety. Some of their activities include: Sunday 6pm-8pm- Mental health and wellbeing workshops Monday 6pm-8pm- Fishing Group … Continue reading Are you okay with your mental health?