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.
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CHARITY GALA IN AID OF MENTAL HEALTH 2022
Last Saturday we attended the Charity Gala in aid of Mental Health 2022, hosted by Lucie Jones. Held at the Gray Manor in Cholderton, around 100 people attended the event to raise awareness of mental health. Earlier in the year we invited Lucie along to one of our Football Therapy Sessions to learn more about Kick Start FC. It was there and then that she decided to choose us as one of the beneficiaries of this year's gala.
The evening began with a drink on arrival, followed by a three-course meal. The proceedings continued with some fantastic guest speakers including Alex Rigby, co-founder from The Elliott Project and Corporal Brian Green. Founder of Kick Start FC, Michael Cunningham, also gave a speech. It was evident that the speeches presented left a mark on those in attendance and certainly gave them an experience they won't forget.
Thanks to the generosity of those who purchased tickets to the event, local business who donated raffle prizes and to everyone who purchased tickets; a whopping £4,760 was raised. The money raised will be split between us and The Elliott Project who were the second beneficiary of the evening.
