Monthly Archives: May 2013

“Build it and they will come….. and they did”

Posted on May 31, 2013 by mindwavesnews

On Monday 13 May, Shared Strengths organised and hosted its first event for individuals and family members who have lived experience of self harm and for staff who provide services. Over 80 people attended the event at the Albany Centre … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Recovery, being part of the community and overcoming stigma

Posted on May 16, 2013 by mindwavesnews

90% of people who are in touch with a Mental Health Forum are in touch with an activity that helps keep them well. People who have a recovery plan are often more likely to be doing activities such as volunteering … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Scottish Recovery Network: National Gathering

Posted on May 2, 2013 by mindwavesnews

On Monday 18th March 2013, SRN hosted their fifth national mental health recovery conference in Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium. Around 300 delegates from Scotland and beyond came together for a packed programme of guest speakers, innovative presentations and ‘open space’ discussions; … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Globetrotters update – 200 Million Steps and Still Going Strong!

Posted on May 1, 2013 by mindwavesnews

    Total Steps Walked by Inverclyde Globetrotters 203,461,126 Total Miles Walked by Inverclyde Globetrotters 85,814 Miles to Go Till We Reach our 100,000 Mile Target 14,186 Miles to Go Till We’re Home from the Moon 66,455 Number of Likes … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment