Birmingham Mind

Financial pressures can have a significant impact on our mental health and wellbeing.

With the rising cost of living continuing to affect individuals, families, and communities across the UK, many people are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, and uncertainty around money.

While many financial challenges can feel outside of our control, there are practical steps we can take to better understand the connection between finances and mental wellbeing, and to protect our mental health during difficult times.

This one-hour online session, delivered by Birmingham Mind via Zoom, will explore:

💙 The relationship between money worries and mental health
💙 How financial stress can affect our wellbeing
💙 Practical strategies to support resilience and self-care
💙 Tips for managing stress and maintaining positive mental wellbeing

Whether you are supporting others or looking to improve your own understanding, this session will provide useful insights and practical tools in a supportive learning environment.

📅 Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026
⏰ Time: 7pm – 8pm
💻 Format: Online (Zoom)
💷 Cost: £110 per person

🎟️ Book your place here: https://bit.ly/4uBIIeF

Join us this June for a Summer Social Treasure Hunt! 🌞🔎

As the days get longer and the evenings warmer, we’re hosting a fun and interactive event for you and your colleagues to explore the city together.

You’ll be provided with a map and, as a team, you’ll decide which venues to visit to maximise your points. Collect points at each location, plan your route wisely, and work together to come out on top!

✨ Event details:

🔎 Duration: approximately 90 minutes
🔎 Teams: Up to 5 people
🔎 Tickets: £10 per person (plus booking fee)
🔎 Start time: 5:30pm
🔎 Meeting point: DistilleryB16

🏆 Prizes up for grabs:

🌟 Winning team
🌟 Best fancy dress (Theme: Anything Blue 💙)

All locations are wheelchair and disability-friendly.

This event is open to adults aged 18+ only

With thanks to Henrik Court for supporting this event.

Grab your team, get your tickets and get ready for an unforgettable evening

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/48vALPn

🌿 FREE Sound Bathing Sessions This Summer 🌿

Join us at Grounded St Pauls for a calming and restorative sound bathing experience.

🗓 Every other Sunday
🕜 1:30pm – 3:30pm
📍 Beginning 31st May 2026

Session dates:
✨ Sunday 31st May
✨ Sunday 14th June
✨ Sunday 28th June
✨ Sunday 12th July
✨ Sunday 26th July
✨ Sunday 9th August

Embrace deep relaxation and connection in a welcoming space.
Just bring yourself in comfortable clothing — no equipment needed.
Water will be provided. 💧

Please arrive 10 minutes early to settle in and begin this journey together.

Interested? Drop us a DM or email [email protected] to reserve your place.

Join us in celebrating and thanking our incredible volunteers this Volunteers’ Week! 💙

Every day, our volunteers make a real difference to the lives of the people we support.

From answering calls on our Helpline and supporting crisis intervention services, to helping with office-based tasks, awareness events, social media and community outreach — their time, compassion, and dedication help keep our work going.

Whether they give a few hours a week or support us behind the scenes, every contribution matters. Their kindness, commitment, and willingness to help others are at the heart of everything we do, and we simply couldn’t do it without them.

To every one of our volunteers: thank you for your passion, your care, and the countless ways you support our mission. You truly make a difference every single day. 💙

Strap in and take the leap in support of Birmingham Mind! 💙

Join us on Saturday 25th July 2026 at Cliff Lakes Waterpark and take on a 160ft bungee jump! All funds raised go directly to our services, helping people in our community who are struggling with their mental health.

Fundraisers receive a FREE running vest 🎽, tailored support, and shout-outs on our social media.

Feeling brave? Sign up by 24th June - https://bit.ly/40YJfKC

Wishing the very best of luck to all our incredible fundraisers participating in the Royal Sutton Fun Run Today.

A special shout-out goes to the remarkable team of runners from Bishop Vesey's Grammar School who have chosen to run in aid of Birmingham Mind for the second year.

Your dedication and enthusiasm are truly inspiring. You’re not just running, you’re making a real difference in our community.

Thank you for your amazing support and commitment.

Good Luck All!

Every mile matters💙

Could Run Solihull be your next challenge? Sign up with Birmingham Mind and help us continue supporting people across our community with their mental health.

📍 Sunday 9th August 2026
📌 Malvern Park

You’ll receive:
👕 A free Birmingham Mind t-shirt
🤝 Dedicated support and fundraising resources
📣 Social media shoutouts to cheer you on

Sign up by 27th July: https://bit.ly/3GHRuEc

📢 We’re hiring at Birmingham Mind!

Join our team and help make a difference in mental health support across Birmingham. We currently have two exciting opportunities available:

💼 Data and Monitoring Officer
📍 Birmingham Mind Offices, Albert House, Birmingham (Hybrid)
💷 £26,229 per annum
🕒 37.5 hours per week
📅 Closing date: 08/06/2026

💼 Bid Development Lead
📍 Birmingham Mind Offices, Albert House, Birmingham (Hybrid)
💷 £33,509 FTE (£26,807 pro rata for 30 hours per week)
🕒 30 hours per week
📅 Closing date: 11/06/2026

If you’re passionate about improving mental health services and want to work for a values-driven charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply and find out more here: https://bit.ly/3Bkfdat

How To Have Effective Mental Health Conversations 💬

For many years, we’ve worked to challenge the stigma surrounding mental health with messages like “It’s OK to talk” and “It’s OK to not be OK.” But when someone opens up, many of us still wonder, what should I say? How can I help?

Our one-hour online training session, delivered by Birmingham Mind via Microsoft Teams, is designed to help you feel more confident having supportive and effective mental health conversations.

In this session, we’ll explore:
💙 How to approach mental health conversations with empathy and confidence
💙 Key listening and communication skills
💙 Practical tools and simple tips to support others
💙 How to create safe and supportive conversations

Whether at work, at home, or in your community, this course will help you feel more prepared to support someone who may be struggling.

📅 Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
⏰ Time: 1pm – 2pm
💻 Format: Online (Teams)
💷 Cost: £110 per person

🎟️ Book your place here: https://bit.ly/4ad81vi

For further information visit: https://birminghammind.org/training/workplace-wellbeing-mental-health-support-training-courses/

Join us and build the confidence to start conversations that matter.