TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
How do I talk about my mental health?
Putting your feelings into words is sometimes difficult. It’s perfectly normal to be worried that you might say the wrong thing or explain it badly. It’s also natural to feel anxious that your loved one or friend might think your mental health is worse than you might feel it is.
Try not to worry – talking about your mental health is incredibly important when it comes to getting the right support for you and with the right preparation the conversation can be easier than you think it might be. Here are a few tips on how to talk about your mental health.
MENTAL HEALTH CHARITIES
Below is a directory of other mental health charities that you may feel more comfortable getting in contact with.
Anxiety UK
Anxiety UK provide support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.
Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 09.30-17.30 Monday to Friday)
Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Bipolar UK
Bipolar UK provide help for people living with manic depression or bipolar disorder.
Callback Email: info@bipolar.org.uk
Website: www.bipolar.uk.org
CALM
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against suicide. They are particularly great for men aged 15 to 35
Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (daily 5pm to midnight)
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
MIND
Mind promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday 09.00 to 18.00)
Website: www.mind.org.uk
No Panic
Voluntary charity that offers support for sufferers of panic attacks and Obsessive Cleaning Disorder (OCD)
Phone: 0844 967 4848 (Daily 10.00 to 22.00)
Website: www.nopanic.org.uk
OCD Action
OCD Action support people with Obsessive Cleaning Disorder (OCD)
Phone: 0845 390 6232 (Monday to Friday 09.30 to 17.00)
Website: www.ocdaction.org.uk
Papyrus
Papyrus are a national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.
Phone: 0800 068 4141 (Monday to Friday 10.00 to 22.00, 14.00 to 22.00 weekends & bank holidays)
Website: www.papyrus-uk.org
Rethink Mental Illness
Rethink Mental Illness offer support and advice for people living with mental illness.
Phone: 0300 5000 927 (Monday to Friday 09.30 to 16.00)
Website: www.rethink.org
Samaritans
Samaritans offer confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress of dispair.
Phone: 116 123 (24 hour helpline)
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
Shout
Shout is an affiliate of Crisis Text Line that offers free, confidential support via text.
Text: 85258
Website: www.crisistextline.uk
Young Minds
Young Minds offer information on child and adolescent mental health.
Phone: 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday 09.30 to 16.00)
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk