A blog from Gary Little, Charity Ambassador, Support in Mind Scotland on how he is dealing with lockdown. Read more
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
A blog from Fraser, SiMS volunteer. 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
The ‘Clear your Head’ campaign highlights the practical things people can do to help them feel better whilst staying at home. Read more
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Wellbeing Tips for Surviving Quarantine from Support in Mind's support worker Jean Daisley. Read more
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
We need your support to continue helping those in need during the coronavirus outbreak. Can you help? Read more
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
In the absence of art groups, we've created this online group to help keep your creative juices flowing and spirits high! Read more
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
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
How to access the latest online advice, tips and information, about your money and mental health issues during the COVID-19 emergency Read more
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