Being part of a community can make life feel more meaningful & enjoyable and is vital for our mental health and wellbeing. Communities can provide us with a sense of belonging, safety, support in hard times, and give us purpose. So continuing on the theme of Community for MHAW which is taking place from 12 -18th May; Lauren and Nicole take on the challenge of last week's guest Mark Rowland, the Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation and do their own community audit.  In this episode they discuss: What is a community The elements of a healthy community What to avoid when looking for a community How to find a community What communities they belong to and are searching for To hear more about the work of the Mental Health Foundation and for information please visit https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/  For online mental health support services or to get help from mental health organisations:  Samaritans: Offer free emotional support 24/7. Call 116 123.  Shout 85258: Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential support, 24/7.  CALM Helpline and webchat: Call the CALM Helpline on 0800 58 58 58 or use their webchat here.  The Mind Infoline: Call 0300 123 3393 to seek answers about mental health problems, where to get help and alternative treatments.  If you liked this episode and want to be part of the club, come follow us on all our socials:  To Listen To Our Brand New Podcast 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983 To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now!  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 For Our Exclusive Merch - https://self-care-club.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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