Mental health support in Bradford District and Craven is powered by our community. Bradford District and Craven Mind is an independent local charity. That means we raise our own funds to deliver free mental health services where they are needed most. Every fundraiser, challenge and community event helps us be there for more people.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, take action for mental health by getting involved. Sign up for an event, organise your own fundraiser or find inspiration in our A to Z fundraising guide. Every big or small action counts.
Visit our website to see how you can support mental health in your community and help make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone š Together, we can take action.
For someone feeling overwhelmed, having regular calls, understanding support and encouragement to take positive steps can make all the difference. Services like Enhanced Access help people stay anchored and move forward at their own pace.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, ACTION means making sure support like this is available when people need it.
Take action by visiting our website to find out how you can support local mental health services, donate to help us reach more people, or access support for yourself or someone you care about.
If you need free, confidential emotional support, our GuideāLine service is available every day.
š No one should face a mental health problem alone.
Young people are telling us they do not feel supported enough when it comes to mental health at school. We need to listen.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, ACTION means hearing young peopleās experiences and responding with meaningful support. It means creating spaces where young people feel understood, believed and able to get help early.
Take action by visiting our website to learn how we support children and young people across Bradford District and Craven, how you can help strengthen these services, or where to find support now.
If a young person needs someone to talk to, our GuideāLine service offers free, confidential emotional support š Listening is action. Support is action. Change starts here!
Got 5 minutes? š
Thatās all it takes to share a message that could offer hope when someone feels overwhelmed.
As part of Safe Spacesā āA pocketful of hopeā campaign, weāre inviting you to write a short message of hope - something thatās helped you through a tough moment, or words you think someone else might need to hear.
Your message will be shared anonymously and become part of a growing chain of support across our community, featuring in an online gallery.
A few words from you could stay with someone when they need it most.
Add yours and find out more here š tinyurl.com/pocketfulofhope-campaign
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #Hope #Bradford
This is the time for action!
BDC Mind is here to support all our communities regardless of race or religion.
Hope and Light is a programme of culturally responsive mental health services for Black African, Black Caribbean, Central and Eastern European, Roma and South Asian communities.
We also offer faith based service for the Muslim community.
These services are delivered by grassroots partners embedded within the communitied we serve.
To learn more about Hope and Light visit healthyminds.services/hope-and-light
We also offer faith based service for the Muslim community.
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Understanding, connection and a safe space can make a real difference when someone is struggling. Our wellbeing groups support people to build tools for their mental health, like managing negative thoughts and finding moments of gratitude alongside others who understand.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, take action for mental health in Bradford District and Craven. Visit our website to explore our support services, donate to help us reach more people, or call Guide-Line if you need someone to talk to.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, Safe Spaces are sharing small messages of hope across our community for when theyāre needed most. š
āA pocketful of hopeā is a collection of simple cards placed in everyday spaces across Bradford.
Each one carries a short message of hope, with Safe Spaces information on the back.
Safe Spaces is a crisis support service for anyone aged 5+ across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven.
If you find one, youāre invited to take a card or pass one on, for whenever things feel overwhelming.
You can also share your own message of hope and become part of a growing chain of support.ā
For more details about the campaign and how to get involved, visit: štinyurl.com/pocketfulofhope-campaign
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #Bradford #Craven #Airedale #Wharfedale #Hope #YouAreNotAlone #CrisisSupport
Behind this statistic are young people trying to cope with pressure, uncertainty and challenges that can feel overwhelming without the right support. This Mental Health Awareness Week, ACTION matters more than ever.
Take action by visiting our website to see how you can support local mental health services, donate to help us reach more young people, or find support for yourself or someone you care about.
If you or a young person need free, confidential emotional support, our GuideāLine service is here to listen š No young person should face mental health problems alone.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #YouthMentalHealth #BradfordDistrict #Craven
Looking after your mental health can start with small steps. Reaching out for support, talking to someone you trust or taking a moment to step outside can all help. Just as important is checking in on others, asking how they are *really* doing and sharing support when someone might need it.
This week, take action for yourself and for the people around you. If you need free, confidential emotional support, GuideāLine is available every day. If you are worried about someone else, sharing our posts or support options could make a real difference. Visit our website for more information.
Small actions matter š Together, they help make sure no one faces a mental health problem alone.
Waiting for help can make mental health worse.
More than 1 in 3 people say their mental health deteriorated while waiting for support. For many, help simply isnāt coming fast enough.
ACTION means making support quicker, kinder and closer to home, from crisis support to community programmes.
ACTION starts now. Head to our website to find out how you can support mental health locally, or call Guide-Line if you need someone to talk to today. No one should have to wait alone.
Mental Health Awareness Week is just around the corner and now is the time for workplaces to plan their ACTION.
Employers have a real opportunity to shape how mental health is supported at work. Taking action early sends a clear message that wellbeing matters, not just for one week but all year round!
We are inviting organisations across Bradford District and Craven to get involved:
ā Join our Workplace Wellbeing Movement
ā Attend our Mind Your Business networking events
Visit our website to find out how your organisation can be part of Mental Health Awareness Week and build a workplace culture where mental health is supported *beyond one week in May.*
Get ready to take action: .uk/support-us/mental-health-awareness-week/
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #WorkplaceWellbeing #Employers #Leadership #BradfordDistrict #Craven
Volunteer at the Ilkley Food and Drink Festival!
š June 13ā14, 2025
š East Holmes Field, Ilkley
Weāre looking for volunteers to join us in making a real difference, whether you can volunteer for a half day or a whole day, we would love to hear from you!
What you'll be doing:
š Raise awareness for mental health in our community
š¤ Connect with festival-goers whilst sharing valuable information about our services
š Soak up the lively festival atmosphere while supporting a great cause
Interested in taking part? Contact our team to get involved: [email protected]
