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Local Mind Week 2023

From Tuesday 1 August we will be marking Local Mind Week. We are sharing some wonderful stories from our staff, old and new, and our volunteers.

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Local Mind Week 2023

Find out all about Local Mind Week, what the Mind family is, what we do and how you can support us

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Iffat's Story: Volunteering for better mental health

Read Iffat's story about the many volunteering roles she has undertaken at Manchester Mind

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Michael's Story: From corporate finance to community mental health

Michael shares his story of how he completely changed career path to work in mental health

Clara's graduation

Clara's Story: Part two

Read Clara's inspiring next chapter following her dreams to become a doctor

Lindsay, trustee

Lindsay's Story: Coming on board the Board of Trustees

Hear about Lindsay's experience as one of Manchester Mind's new trustees

David Peer support volunteer

David's Story: Gaining valuable hands-on experience

Find out how David's volunteering experience led to a new role working in peer support for the NHS

Sean Peer Support Development Worker

Sean's Story: The power of peer support

Sean, one of our Peer Support Development Worker, tells us about our various groups for adults

Zainab, trustee

Zainab's Story: Coming on board the Board of Trustees

Hear about why Zainab wanted to become one of Manchester Mind's new trustees

Darren, Food For All Administrator

Darren's Story: From volunteering to a vital role in our Food For All Team

Darren tells us about our Food For All sessions and his role in the team

Aashni's graduation

Aashni's Story: Finding a little moment of calm

Aashni shares her story of the last five years while she studied for her professional doctorate

Catarina, Support Time and Recovery Worker

Catarina's Story: Supporting people in the community

Catarina recently joined Manchester Mind working in the NHS and supporting people within the community

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Local Mind Week 2022

Look back to last year's first ever Local Mind Week and read inspiring stories from our staff, volunteers and those we support

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