Monday 10th October is World Mental Health Day - a day to raise awareness of mental health issues worldwide and to mobilize efforts to support mental health.

Let’s take a look at some exciting events and programmes you can get involved in this week to show your support and look after your own mental health!

Stay tuned to our social media channels on Monday 10th as we’re sharing mental health tips and advice from our peer support group members on managing depression and anxiety.

What’s on this week?

5 Day mindfulness challenge

Mon 10th – Fri 15th Oct 

To mark World Mental Health Day 2022, AWARE Board Member Helen McDonnell of Indigo Life Coaching is offering online 'Introduction to Mindfulness' sessions which are open to everyone! 

The sessions are free with a suggested donation to AWARE to help support our work. You can make a donation via this page by clicking on the blue 'Donate' button.

The sessions will run over Zoom from Monday, 10 October to Friday, 15 October. The session will run each evening from 7-7.30 pm.

Register for a free Mindfulness session by clicking here.

 

Event - Let’s talk about addiction and mental health – An evening with AWARE, ARC Fitness & The Royal College of Psychiatrists

Monday 10th October at 7.00pm - 9.00pm

City Hotel, Derry/L'Derry

Register to attend by clicking here. 

Giant Steps for AWARE - Saturday 15th October

Join us to take GIANT STEPS for mental health services here in Northern Ireland!

This Coastal Half Marathon Walk will bring you along the waymarked paths of the spectacular Causeway Coastline from Carrick-a-rede to Portballintrae.

Be prepared for mind-blowing views of sea cliffs, white sand beaches, crashing waves beneath you, wildlife all around, and some north coast classics like The Giant's Causeway and Rathlin Island! Before celebrating your accomplishment, with a beer (or soft drink) and burger!

*All funds raised will go towards supporting local people affected by depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder*

Date: Saturday 15 October 2022 

Time: Full-day event - start time TBC upon registration

Registration Fee*:  £35 

*Your registration fee only covers the cost of the event and includes your t-shirt, finisher's medal, celebratory burger, beer/soft drink, and guidance from experienced mountain leaders. All additional fundraising will go to AWARE to support local people with mental illness. 

REGISTER HERE