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🌊🏊♀️ The Big Splash for Aware is back! Be part of a Big Splash that makes a big difference. Join us on Saturday 14th September and take a dip in support of mental health 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewAyFxhA You can join solo or organise your own swim – it’s a great opportunity to connect with others in your community, all while raising vital funds for our services. Participating means more than just swimming – it means shining a spotlight on the issue of mental health and raising essential funds to ensure we can support those who need it most 💙

🌟 Interested in joining our dedicated team of Volunteers at Aware and making a difference? 🌟 Join us for our one-hour online Volunteer Information Session on Thursday July 25th at 6.45pm. It's your chance to connect with existing Aware Volunteers who will share their first-hand experiences, offering you insights into the impactful journey of becoming an Aware Volunteer and the training and support you’ll receive. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9-fv35Q We are a volunteer-led organisation, relying on the passion and dedication of our 400-strong team of Volunteers to deliver our vital services. Each Volunteer generously gives of their time and, most importantly, their compassion to ensure that everyone who contacts Aware receives understanding, empathy, and support 💛

Don't miss our free online webinar tomorrow at 12pm, where we'll explore the psychological, emotional, and physiological effects of traumatic experiences. Sign up 👉 https://lnkd.in/gS5HRdq2 Our expert panel, featuring leading psychologists, will discuss the latest research, effective coping strategies, and pathways to healing. Whether you're personally affected, a mental health professional, or looking to understand more about trauma, this webinar will offer valuable knowledge and practical tools to support recovery and resilience. Moderated by Aware’s Director of Services, Stephen McBride, panellists include Dr Sharon Lambert, Senior Lecturer in Applied Psychology at University College Cork and Dr Alan McDonnell, Counselling Psychologist with the HSE National Counselling Service. Questions for the panellists are welcomed, and there will be an opportunity to submit these anonymously during the live webinar. If the day/time doesn’t suit you, please register anyway to receive a watch-back link straight to your inbox!

The Solace Café is an out-of-hours crisis mental health support service delivered by Aware, in partnership with St. John of God Community Mental Health Services and the HSE. 📍 Where: The Solace Café operates from Urbun Café, Unit 2 Watermint, Old Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 📅 When: Thursday to Sunday 5-10pm Our compassionate team is here to provide a safe, supportive environment for those in need of urgent mental health care outside of regular hours. This service is for any adult experiencing a crisis, supporting someone in crisis or experiencing a mental health difficulty that is causing emotional overwhelm or a feeling of being unable to cope. Book your appointment now at solacecafe.ie. If you are at immediate risk of harm, please attend your local A&E or call 999 for assistance.

Don’t forget that our Volunteers are here for you - whether you're in need of a friendly voice, a listening ear, or simply someone to talk to 💛 ☎️ Support Line 1800 80 48 48

Be part of a Big Splash that makes a big difference. Join The Big Splash for Aware on Saturday 14th September and take a dip in support of mental health 🌊🏊♀️ You can join solo or organise your own swim – it’s a great opportunity to connect with others in your community, all while raising vital funds for our services. Participating means more than just swimming – it means shining a spotlight on the issue of mental health and raising essential funds to ensure we can support those who need it most. Register today and make a Big Splash that matters 👉 https://aware.ie/splash

Feeling overwhelmed? Try these 5 simple steps to calm your threat response and bring yourself back to the present moment: 1. Pause - Take a moment to stop what you're doing 2. Breathe - Inhale deeply and exhale slowly 3. Notice, Feel, Move - Observe your surroundings, feel your body, and move gently 4. Grounding - Notice your feet firmly on the ground 5. 54321 Exercise - Name 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, 3 things you touch, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste Taking these steps can help center your mind and body. Don't forget that we're here for you if you need us. All three of our support services are offered free of charge. ☎️ Support Line 1800 80 48 48 ✅ aware.ie/support #mentalhealth

We offer free in-person Support & Self Care Groups specifically for people with bipolar disorder. The groups offer a supportive, confidential & proactive environment where you can talk openly about bipolar disorder and its impact. Virtual group options also available. Find out more and sign up 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCFmJuF #mentalhealth

🌈 As we celebrate 50 years of Dublin Pride, this month's blog by our Clinical Director reflects on the significant progress made towards LGBTI+ rights and inclusion while highlighting the ongoing fight for LGBTI+ rights and mental health 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJhg7qaU

Are you over 65 and interested in learning more about your mental health and how to look after it? Based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), our free Life Skills for Older Adults Programme is designed to help you learn more about how we think and how this can influence our actions in helpful or unhelpful ways. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqv9cy3W