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Welcome to the  Leeds Mind e-newsletter.....

Leeds Mind 
Autumn 2014
E-Newsletter



Helen Kemp Joins Leeds Mind as the new Chief Executive 

After going through a very rigorous interview process  Helen joined Leeds Mind as the new Chief Executive  on the 4th August 2014.  Helen joins Leeds Mind with 17 years’ experience of the
charitable sector,
having worked previously for St Gemma’s Hospice as the Director of Finance and Company Secretary.  

“I am delighted to be joining the team at Leeds Mind.  This is a very challenging  time for mental health services and I am keen to continue to take the organisation forward whilst raising awareness and reducing stigma surrounding mental health issues” 

Helen takes over the role from Niccola Swan who had been with Leeds Mind for 3 ½ years, during this time Niccola has done remarkable work to lead and develop Leeds Mind’s
services. We would like to thank Niccola and wish her well for the future.

 


 

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leedsmhdirectory.co.uk 

www.leedsmhdirectory.co.uk  

We are delighted to announce the recent launch of the new Mental Health Leeds Website.  The new site will replace the well known site www.mentalhealthleeds.info which was produced and updated
for many years by Information for Mental Health (IMH).  This new website is funded by Leeds City Council and the NHS in Leeds, and is hosted by Leeds Mind, where it is reviewed and kept up-to-date by staff and volunteers.  The directory aims to give up to date information about what services are available in the city and how to access them. It also provides links to fact sheets and self-help information about maintaining good mental health and wellbeing.  If your organsiaiton is not currently on the site use the “add your organisation” form, or if details need updating please contact us at leedsmentalhealthdirectory@leedsmind.org.uk detailing any changes. The site has been designed and is supported by local company Ascensor.

 
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Thank You

We would like to say thank you to the following people who have been fundraising for Leeds Mind and to all those who raise funds for us, we really do appreciate their support. 

Simon Kingsnorth took part in the Great North Run on the 7th September 
Charlie Eyre took part in the Leeds Triathlon on Sunday 14th September 
Jenni Edwards took part in our Coffee, Cake & Cut morning by bravely having her long hair cut off
Edward Richardson & Phil Marshal who took part in the Yorkshire Marathon on the 12th October  
Sofie McGrath took part in the Leeds Neon Run at Temple Newsam on 18th October
 



If you would like to fundraise for Leeds Mind please contact Gemma on 0113 305 5800 or email gemma.green@leedsmind.org.uk 

Over the past year your fundraising has enabled us to employ two additional members of staff which enables our services to reach more people who need our support in Leeds.

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If you have anything you would like to include in the next e-newsletter please email it to or contact gemma.green@leedsmind.org.uk

 
 






 
News in Brief


 

Remember, Remember the 5th November 
Preparations are in full swing for our fifth Bonfire event to be held at Inkwell. This annual event has become one of the biggest in our calender and has always been a great success
for more information please contact Inkwell 
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Digital Cafe 
 
Free digital and social media event 2nd Tuesday each month 10am-3pm at Inkwell.   Next date Tuesday 11th November 2014: . click her for more information 
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Fundraising Event Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th November 2014
Leeds & Wakefield venues 
click below for more details 



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Leeds Mind's Big Dig - Volunteers needed 

On Saturday 25th October 10am-3pm the gardening group will be tackling their next project & turning an overgrown section of the garden into a veggie plot.  Everyone welcome and no experience is necessary & a  free hearty veggie soup will be served at lunchtime.

Relaxation Day
 
Why not join us on Saturday 15th November 10am - 3pm at Clarence House for our relaxation day, Activities include Tai Chi, Mindfulness and much more.  


Please contact Rowan on 0113 305 5800 / rowan.sandle@leedsmind.org.uk
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 Service User Survey

 

Leeds Mind recently took part in a Service User survey, this is the second year we have taken part in the survey and a big thank you needs to Claire Woodham and Vicki Thomson who did so much work promoting the survey in which we had 84 responses.  The responses were overwhelmingly positive and we are extremely proud.  
Click here to see the results.
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 Activity Groups 
Many Activity Groups are run in the Wellbeing Service, with support from Rowan Sandle & our Volunteers. Some of the newer groups include:
  • The Walking Group - every Wednesday 1.30pm setting off from Clarence House
  • Textiles Group – Thursday 10am-12.30pm (bring your own equipment/project)
  • Gardening Group meets on a Monday & Wednesday 10am-3pm at Clarence House
To see the full list of social groups please click here  or for more information please contact Rowan on 0113 305 5800 / rowan.sandle@leedsmind.org.uk
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