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28th November 2018

Walking Netball Activators

Netball Scotland in partnership with Age Scotland and Breathing Space are looking to recruit 3 Walking Netball Activators to deliver their “Walking Netball – More Than A Game” Project, funded by the Changing Lives Through Sport and Physical Activity Fund. Utilising the powerful Walking Netball platform the Activators will work in partnership across local communities to positively impact and change the lives of those who engage in the project. Netball Scotland are looking for high-energy individu...

Netball Scotland in partnership with Age Scotland and Breathing Space are looking to recruit 3 Walking Netball Activators to deliver their “Walking Netball – More Than A Game” Project, funded by the Changing Lives Through Sport and Physical Activity Fund. Utilising the powerful Walking Netball platform the Activators will work in partnership across local communities to positively impact and change the lives of those who engage in the project. Netball Scotland are looking for high-energy individu...
10th October 2018

World Mental Health Day

Breathing Space and Newmains United FC have teamed up this World Mental Health Day to promote mental wellbeing awareness Players from the north lanarkshire junior football club are sharing their own powerful messages to help fans and the wider community open up when they're feeling down. Here are some of their messages, which are being shared on Instagram and Twitter for #WorldMentalHealthDay:   With thanks to the players/managers and Newmains United FC volunteer press team Josh Kane and Ben...

Breathing Space and Newmains United FC have teamed up this World Mental Health Day to promote mental wellbeing awareness Players from the north lanarkshire junior football club are sharing their own powerful messages to help fans and the wider community open up when they're feeling down. Here are some of their messages, which are being shared on Instagram and Twitter for #WorldMentalHealthDay:   With thanks to the players/managers and Newmains United FC volunteer press team Josh Kane and Ben...
8th October 2018

Feels FM

A pair of buskers are performing a unique set on one of Scotland's busiest streets on Wednesday 10th October, letting passers-by create the playlist based on emojis to represent how they feel The event is happening as part of World Mental Health Day, to encourage young people to speak about how they are feeling. Musicians have joined together with the See Me programme, to bring their latest campaign Feels FM to life and to encourage young people to find new ways to talk about mental health stigm...

A pair of buskers are performing a unique set on one of Scotland's busiest streets on Wednesday 10th October, letting passers-by create the playlist based on emojis to represent how they feel The event is happening as part of World Mental Health Day, to encourage young people to speak about how they are feeling. Musicians have joined together with the See Me programme, to bring their latest campaign Feels FM to life and to encourage young people to find new ways to talk about mental health stigm...
5th October 2018

Families Outside Event

Families Outside is a national charity in Scotland that works solely to support the families of people involved in the criminal justice system Drawing on examples across Scotland, and the wider UK, the charity will be hosting an event on 21st November which will identify the support required for young people affected by imprisonment as they transition from early years to childhood. To find out more and to register for this event: What about me? Support for young people affected by imprisonment ...

Families Outside is a national charity in Scotland that works solely to support the families of people involved in the criminal justice system Drawing on examples across Scotland, and the wider UK, the charity will be hosting an event on 21st November which will identify the support required for young people affected by imprisonment as they transition from early years to childhood. To find out more and to register for this event: What about me? Support for young people affected by imprisonment ...
1st October 2018

Libraries Week

Libraries Week takes place 8-13 October to celebrate our much-loved libraries This year's focus is wellbeing, showcasing how libraries bring communities together, help address loneliness, and provide information and resources to support mental wellbeing. Breathing Space will be at Arran Library on Thursday (11th October) if you fancy a chat and to pick up a copy of our free positivity booklet. Hope to see you there!        

Libraries Week takes place 8-13 October to celebrate our much-loved libraries This year's focus is wellbeing, showcasing how libraries bring communities together, help address loneliness, and provide information and resources to support mental wellbeing. Breathing Space will be at Arran Library on Thursday (11th October) if you fancy a chat and to pick up a copy of our free positivity booklet. Hope to see you there!        
11th September 2018

Little Leaflet of Brighter Days

Leaflet with tips to practise positive thinking day-to-day:   Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Urdu Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Arabic Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Polish Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Romanian Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Traditional Chinese Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - English    

Leaflet with tips to practise positive thinking day-to-day:   Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Urdu Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Arabic Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Polish Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Romanian Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - Traditional Chinese Little Leaflet of Brighter Days - English    
10th September 2018

Suicide Prevention Week

Suicide Prevention Week, starting on World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September, is an opportunity to acknowledge that suicide is preventable, and that it's everyone's business.       The Choose Life 'Read between the lines' campaign asks everyone to be alert to warning signs of suicide in people close to them. If you're worried about someone, such as a friend, family member or workmate, asking them directly about their feelings can help to save their life.   Signs of suicide can be diffic...

Suicide Prevention Week, starting on World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September, is an opportunity to acknowledge that suicide is preventable, and that it's everyone's business.       The Choose Life 'Read between the lines' campaign asks everyone to be alert to warning signs of suicide in people close to them. If you're worried about someone, such as a friend, family member or workmate, asking them directly about their feelings can help to save their life.   Signs of suicide can be diffic...
31st July 2018

NHS Staff take up walking challenge

Staff from NHS Ayrshire and Arran have been taking part in 'Brighter Days' walks in support of Breathing Space's 365 Brighter Days campaign to promote positivity. A number of walks have taken place around the grounds of Ayrshire Central Hosptial and Ayr Hospital organised by the Health Improvement Team in partnership with Breathing Space. Well done to all involved!      

Staff from NHS Ayrshire and Arran have been taking part in 'Brighter Days' walks in support of Breathing Space's 365 Brighter Days campaign to promote positivity. A number of walks have taken place around the grounds of Ayrshire Central Hosptial and Ayr Hospital organised by the Health Improvement Team in partnership with Breathing Space. Well done to all involved!      
12th June 2018

Dan Stevenson on Mental Health

Interview with Lecturer & Artist Manager Dan Stevenson to mark 70 years of the NHS Dan discusses his experience of mental health in the workplace and talks about how he thinks Breathing Space is a vital tool for those in need  

Interview with Lecturer & Artist Manager Dan Stevenson to mark 70 years of the NHS Dan discusses his experience of mental health in the workplace and talks about how he thinks Breathing Space is a vital tool for those in need  
15th May 2018

365 Brighter Days

Breathing Space's campaign for 2018 is called '365 Brighter Days' and is all about practising positivity for better mental health in Scotland. Here are a few snaps from our latest Pop Up Positivity Cafe in Millport, where we received a lovely welcome from staff and customers of 'Breath of Heaven'. Lisa-Jane Aitken, Breathing Space National Development Officer, said: 'Our 365 Brighter Days campaign is all about following a few simple techniques to help build resilience, manage stress and develop ...

Breathing Space's campaign for 2018 is called '365 Brighter Days' and is all about practising positivity for better mental health in Scotland. Here are a few snaps from our latest Pop Up Positivity Cafe in Millport, where we received a lovely welcome from staff and customers of 'Breath of Heaven'. Lisa-Jane Aitken, Breathing Space National Development Officer, said: 'Our 365 Brighter Days campaign is all about following a few simple techniques to help build resilience, manage stress and develop ...
3rd May 2018

Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival

The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival explores the theme of Begninnings with events taking place across Scotland from 7th-27th May Don't miss a new solo exhibition of artwork by Paisley artist Mandi Mixup:Fri 4th - Thu 31st MayMon-Sat 9am-4pm Venue Paisley Arts Centre15 New Street, Paisley PA11EZ Booking info:FREEInfo: 0141 849 2297        

The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival explores the theme of Begninnings with events taking place across Scotland from 7th-27th May Don't miss a new solo exhibition of artwork by Paisley artist Mandi Mixup:Fri 4th - Thu 31st MayMon-Sat 9am-4pm Venue Paisley Arts Centre15 New Street, Paisley PA11EZ Booking info:FREEInfo: 0141 849 2297        
13th March 2018

Pop Up Positivity Cafe Starter Pack

We're delighted that you are interested in hosting a Pop Up Positivity Cafe! Breathing Space's campaign for 2018 is called '365 Brighter Days' and is all about practising positivity for better mental health in Scotland. If you would like to join us on our journey this year to promote positivity for better mental health in Scotland, please get in touch or take a look at the resources below. Resources Download our 'Brighter Days' calendar here. Download the poster here. View the NEW booklet on way...

We're delighted that you are interested in hosting a Pop Up Positivity Cafe! Breathing Space's campaign for 2018 is called '365 Brighter Days' and is all about practising positivity for better mental health in Scotland. If you would like to join us on our journey this year to promote positivity for better mental health in Scotland, please get in touch or take a look at the resources below. Resources Download our 'Brighter Days' calendar here. Download the poster here. View the NEW booklet on way...
6th February 2018

Launch of Brighter Days campaign in Troon

The 365 Brighter Days campaign was launched in Troon on National Breathing Space Day with a Pop Up Positivity Cafe Breathing Space welcomed partners, members of the public and people from across a wide range of services in Ayrshire and Arran to the cafe for coffee, cake and chat on this sunny day. Following an introduction to the campaign by Tony McLaren, Michelle Evans from the Professional Footballers Association (PFA) Scotland provided an insight into positivity and sport. As part of the ...

The 365 Brighter Days campaign was launched in Troon on National Breathing Space Day with a Pop Up Positivity Cafe Breathing Space welcomed partners, members of the public and people from across a wide range of services in Ayrshire and Arran to the cafe for coffee, cake and chat on this sunny day. Following an introduction to the campaign by Tony McLaren, Michelle Evans from the Professional Footballers Association (PFA) Scotland provided an insight into positivity and sport. As part of the ...
31st January 2018

Conversation Cafe

Breathing Space joined partners, Abellio ScotRail, Railway Mission and Choose Life on the Ayrshire line for conversation cafes on trains The team spoke with people of all ages, handing out Breathing Space and Samaritans pocketcards and steps for stress booklets. Lisa-Jane Aitken, National Development Officer for Breathing Space said: "It was great to be able to chat with passengers and spread the word about some of the mental wellbeing support services that are available. Even if people are feel...

Breathing Space joined partners, Abellio ScotRail, Railway Mission and Choose Life on the Ayrshire line for conversation cafes on trains The team spoke with people of all ages, handing out Breathing Space and Samaritans pocketcards and steps for stress booklets. Lisa-Jane Aitken, National Development Officer for Breathing Space said: "It was great to be able to chat with passengers and spread the word about some of the mental wellbeing support services that are available. Even if people are feel...
24th January 2018

SRNs latest eUpdate

The Scottish Recovery Network's new eUpdate is out now! See the e-Update here  

The Scottish Recovery Network's new eUpdate is out now! See the e-Update here  
16th January 2018

Join us for the launch of 365 Brighter Days

As it's both National Breathing Space Day and Time to Talk Day on 1st February, Breathing Space are hosting a Pop Up Positivity Cafe for coffee, cake, chat and some time out to look after our mental wellbeing. All are welcome as we launch our '365 Brighter Days' campaign to encourage Scots to practise a positive outlook to life for 2018. The initiative is part of a year-long programme of events which will also highlight that phoning Breathing Space is a positive first step for anyone feeling low...

As it's both National Breathing Space Day and Time to Talk Day on 1st February, Breathing Space are hosting a Pop Up Positivity Cafe for coffee, cake, chat and some time out to look after our mental wellbeing. All are welcome as we launch our '365 Brighter Days' campaign to encourage Scots to practise a positive outlook to life for 2018. The initiative is part of a year-long programme of events which will also highlight that phoning Breathing Space is a positive first step for anyone feeling low...