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  • My Lockdown Survival Kit is Made Up of Chicken Runs, Dog Days and Spanish Lessons

    My Lockdown Survival Kit is Made Up of Chicken Runs, Dog Days and Spanish Lessons

    A blog from Gary Little, Charity Ambassador, Support in Mind Scotland on how he is dealing with lockdown. Read more

  • Well done to our 2.6 Challengers!

    Well done to our 2.6 Challengers!

    The 2.6 Challenge is a new, national campaign that aims to help charities that are missing out on their usual fundraisers this year. Read more

  • How Covid Has Affected My Mental Health - Blog by Fraser, SiMS Volunteer

    How Covid Has Affected My Mental Health - Blog by Fraser, SiMS Volunteer

    Fraser is a volunteer for Support in Mind Scotland. He wanted to write a blog on how the covid outbreak has affected his mental health, as someone who has had his own struggles throughout the years. Read more

  • Clear Your Head campaign launches

    Clear Your Head campaign launches

    A national campaign to help people cope during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has now launched. The Scottish Government’s ‘Clear Your Head’ campaign highlights the practical things people can do to help them feel better whilst continuing to stay at home. Read more

  • My Lockdown Survival Kit is Made Up of Chicken Runs, Dog Days and Spanish Lessons
  • Well done to our 2.6 Challengers!
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Coronavirus Support & Guidance

We know this is a very strange time for everyone. We want to do what we can to help people through this, so we've compiled some guidance. Our Information Line is open 9am to 3.30pm Monday-Friday: 0300 323 1545. You can also contact us during the same hours using our Messenger facility.

Beyond the Shield - Podcast - The future for shielders

Beyond the Shield - Podcast - The future for shielders

SiMS CEO Frances Simpson features on this podcast, discussing what the future looks like for shielders, those that have had to stay indoors for 12+ weeks during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more

Published: 16th September, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Survey shows decline in young carers' mental health during coronavirus crisis

Survey shows decline in young carers' mental health during coronavirus crisis

Carers Trust Scotland conducted the survey of young carers (aged 12 to 17) and young adult carers (aged 18 to 25) in Scotland to find out how they have been impacted by Coronavirus. Read more

Published: 17th July, 2020

Updated: 7th August, 2020

Author: Colin Leslie

My Diamond, My Mum - Mel's Blog

My Diamond, My Mum - Mel's Blog

Mel is our National Training Manager. For Mental Health Awareness Week, we asked people what kindness meant to them. Mel writes her answer in this heartfelt story. Read more

Published: 24th May, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

SiMS' Very Own Iain Writes a Blog!

SiMS' Very Own Iain Writes a Blog!

Iain is SiMS Senior Fundraising Officer, and like many of you, he has been working from home for some time now. He thought he'd share his thoughts on his experience so far. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2020

Updated: 21st July, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

How Furlough has Affected my Mental Health

How Furlough has Affected my Mental Health

Beth is one of thousands of people in Scotland that have been placed on the Governments Furlough Scheme during the coronavirus outbreak. She got in touch with us to share her experience with hopes it will help others going through the same thing. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 3rd June, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

My Lockdown Survival Kit is Made Up of Chicken Runs, Dog Days and Spanish Lessons

My Lockdown Survival Kit is Made Up of Chicken Runs, Dog Days and Spanish Lessons

A blog from Gary Little, Charity Ambassador, Support in Mind Scotland on how he is dealing with lockdown. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2020

Updated: 19th May, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Well done to our 2.6 Challengers!

Well done to our 2.6 Challengers!

The 2.6 Challenge is a new, national campaign that aims to help charities that are missing out on their usual fundraisers this year. Read more

Published: 6th May, 2020

Updated: 13th May, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

How Covid Has Affected My Mental Health - Blog by Fraser, SiMS Volunteer

How Covid Has Affected My Mental Health - Blog by Fraser, SiMS Volunteer

Fraser is a volunteer for Support in Mind Scotland. He wanted to write a blog on how the covid outbreak has affected his mental health, as someone who has had his own struggles throughout the years. Read more

Published: 30th April, 2020

Updated: 3rd June, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Clear Your Head campaign launches

Clear Your Head campaign launches

A national campaign to help people cope during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has now launched. The Scottish Government’s ‘Clear Your Head’ campaign highlights the practical things people can do to help them feel better whilst continuing to stay at home. Read more

Published: 23rd April, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Comments: 2

Jean's Wee Tips - Wellbeing Tips for Surviving Quarantine

Jean's Wee Tips - Wellbeing Tips for Surviving Quarantine

Wellbeing Tips for Surviving Quarantine from Support in Mind's support worker Jean Daisley. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2020

Updated: 14th May, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Remote Support Services - How We've Adapted Our Approach

Remote Support Services - How We've Adapted Our Approach

Our staff team have been hard at work coming up with solutions and new ways of working, so that we can still run our mental health support services despite the new restrictions now in place during the Coronavirus outbreak. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2020

Updated: 23rd April, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

WE NEED YOUR HELP - CORONAVIRUS APPEAL

WE NEED YOUR HELP - CORONAVIRUS APPEAL

We need your support to continue helping those in need during the coronavirus outbreak. Can you help? Read more

Published: 3rd April, 2020

Updated: 1st December, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Dave the Dog is Worried about Coronavirus

Dave the Dog is Worried about Coronavirus

Dave the Dog is Worried about Coronavirus is a children book written by Staff nurse Molly Watts, and aims to help parents talk to their young children about coronavirus. The free picture book features a dog named Dave relaying his anxieties about coronavirus to an owl named Dotty, who is a nurse. We think it's a great resource and hope it will be useful for you. Read more

Published: 2nd April, 2020

Updated: 21st May, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Support in Mind Arts & Crafts

Support in Mind Arts & Crafts

In the absence of art groups, we've created this online group to help keep your creative juices flowing and spirits high! Read more

Published: 1st April, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

100 Streets Challenge - New Guidance

100 Streets Challenge - New Guidance

Every 1 April, we launch our #100StreetsChallenge 🏅 During these strange & stressful times, looking after our wellbeing is crucial, and we know how important exercise is to mental health. That's why we've went ahead with opening the challenge, strictly following gov guidelines to keep you safe. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2020

Author: Maria Gillen

Maria Lyle: Paralympics on hold, but I'm staying focused and positive

Maria Lyle: Paralympics on hold, but I'm staying focused and positive

Support in Mind Scotland Ambassador and Para athlete Maria Lyle on how she is coping during the coronavirus outbreak - and how she has turned to cleaning and maths to keep her mentally well! Read more

Published: 27th March, 2020

Updated: 31st March, 2020

Author: Colin Leslie

Mental Health & Money Advice in Scotland during COVID-19 outbreak

Mental Health & Money Advice in Scotland during COVID-19 outbreak

How to access the latest online advice, tips and information, about your money and mental health issues during the COVID-19 emergency Read more

Published: 25th March, 2020

Author: Colin Leslie

'Connectivity more important than ever', says CEO Frances Simpson

'Connectivity more important than ever', says CEO Frances Simpson

Communities are responding to this crisis and helping those most in need and organisations like Support in Mind Scotland are part of that network Read more

Published: 24th March, 2020

Updated: 30th March, 2020

Author: Colin Leslie

Comments: 1

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    Scottish Veterans Fund commits two years funding to Support in Mind Scotland

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    Colin Murchie: a tribute to former SiMS trustee

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    New report highlights importance of early intervention for people with psychosis

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Support In Mind Scotland is the operating name of the National Schizophrenia Fellowship (Scotland), a company limited by guarantee registered in Scotland SC088179. Charity Number SC 013649.

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