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UID:3573-1750858200-1750867200@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mental health and wellbeing: mentally healthy workplace training
DESCRIPTION:25th June 2025 ; 13.30 – 4pm \nMental health and wellbeing : mentally healthy workplace training | Turas | Learn \nWho this course is for: Staff working within NHS Highland who currently manage staff \nLength of course: This course is available online and can be delivered over a half day or 2 x 2.5 hr sessions. \nExpressions of interest for this course should be sent to nhsh.healthimprovementtraining@nhs.scot\, indicating which course dates you are interested in (where available) and adding the title Mentally healthy workplace into the subject heading of the email. \nLearning aims:\nThe aim of this course is to support staff with line management responsibility to better understand their responsibilities with respect to Mental Health and wellbeing. \nLearning outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, you should be able to: Identify the key factors that contribute to a mentally healthy workplace Give employers and line managers a broad understanding of mental health in the workplace Ensure managers are aware of their responsibilities in relation to health and wellbeing Improve managers skills and confidence in dealing with mental health in the workplace.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-mentally-healthy-workplace-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T114258Z
UID:3553-1750784400-1750791600@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention;  Let's Continue the Conversation
DESCRIPTION:A community event to help conversations about suicide prevention in Highland\, delivered by local organisations.\nWe will be showing two short films and introducing a new pack to support people after a suicide. There will also be\nan opportunity for us to talk about the impacts of suicide and discuss ways that we can build suicide-safer communities. \nRefreshments provided. \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/suicide-prevention-lets-continue-the-conversation/
LOCATION:North Kessock Village Hall\, Marine Park\, North Kessock\, IV1 3XS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20250526T102148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T080002Z
UID:3546-1750153500-1750248000@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Suicide Intervention and Prevention Programme (SIPP)
DESCRIPTION:Bookable course online via Teams (2 x 2 hrs). Attendance at both sessions is required. \nSession 1 – Tuesday 17th June 2025  9:45am-12pm \nSession 2 – Wednesday 18th June 2025 9:45am-12pm \nCourses are booked through Turas Learn. To register for the training\, click here. \nIf you don’t have a Turas Learn account\, you will need to visit the registration page. This video demonstrates how to create your own account. \nPlease make sure you can attend both Session 1 and 2 before booking your place. \nThere is an option to add to the waiting list if fully booked
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/suicide-prevention-suicide-intervention-and-prevention-programme/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20230802T102639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T145251Z
UID:2670-1749121200-1749733200@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Suicide Intervention and Prevention Programme (SIPP)
DESCRIPTION:Bookable course online via Teams (2 x 2 hrs). Attendance at both sessions is required. \nSession 1 – Thursday 05th June 2025  11am-1pm \nSession 2 – Thursday 12th June 2025 11am-1pm \nCourses are booked through Turas Learn. To register for the training\, click here. \nIf you don’t have a Turas Learn account\, you will need to visit the registration page. This video demonstrates how to create your own account. \nPlease make sure you can attend both Session 1 and 2 before booking your place. \nThere is an option to add to the waiting list if fully booked
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/suicide-prevention-suicide-intervention-and-prevention-programme-sipp-13/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Community Planning Partnership":MAILTO:nhsh.mentalhealthtraining@nhs.scot
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20250414T141705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T141943Z
UID:3445-1747141200-1747144800@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Take Some Breathing Space - learn about NHS 24 mental health and wellbeing support options.
DESCRIPTION:Highland has a powerful community of people\nand organisations committed to supporting\npeople’s mental wellbeing.\nAs a ‘community of practice’ this session is an\nopportunity to learn together about the range\nof mental health services available through NHS\n24 and know how to access and signpost to the\nmost appropriate aspect of the service in time\nof need.\nThe session will be led by Lisa-Jane Dock of\nBreathing Space. Lisa-Jane is also a partner in\nthe Highland Suicide Prevention Steering Group\n \nCLICK THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION \nNHS Breathing Space event 13th May 2025 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/3445/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250512T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T130339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T130350Z
UID:3387-1747036800-1747587600@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:12th May – 18th May \nCheck back nearer the time for more information and resources.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/mental-health-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250401T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T130656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T141011Z
UID:3392-1743494400-1746032400@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Stress Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:The month of April is Stress Awareness Month. \nHOW-TO-LEAD-WITH-LOVE \nHighland Mental Health and Wellbeing Delivery Group Newsletter Spring 2025
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/stress-awareness-month/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T130027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T130027Z
UID:3385-1743292800-1743379199@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:World Bipolar Day
DESCRIPTION:30th March. \nCheck back nearer the time for more information and resources.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/world-bipolar-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T130543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T130543Z
UID:3390-1741824000-1741910399@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:University Mental Health Day
DESCRIPTION:13th March 2025. \nCheck back nearer the time for more information and resources.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/university-mental-health-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250224T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T125722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T125722Z
UID:3380-1740384000-1740934800@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Eating Disorders Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:24th February – 2nd March 2025 \nCheck back nearer the time for information related to this event.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/eating-disorders-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241112T134640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T134640Z
UID:3371-1738800000-1738886399@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Time to Talk Day
DESCRIPTION:Time to Talk Day is on Thursday 6 February 2025. It’s a chance for all of us to be more open about our mental health and talk about how we really feel. \nTime to Talk Day (rethink.org) \nCheck back nearer the time for more information.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/time-to-talk-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250203T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241113T125428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T125612Z
UID:3377-1738569600-1739120400@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Children's Mental Health Week
DESCRIPTION:3rd February – 9th February 2025. \nCheck back near February for the theme of this Children’s Mental Health Week 2025.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/childrens-mental-health-week/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250104
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241218T161534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T161534Z
UID:3418-1734912000-1735948799@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:MySelf Management - Christmas Schedule
DESCRIPTION:MySelf-Management is closed from this Friday 20th December through to Monday 6th January\, however we do have a few online activities for the two weeks we are off – see below… \n If anyone is not a member but would like to join MySelf-Management and join these online activities please email: \n23rd Dec\, Coffee & Chat – Marion@Myself-Management.org \n30th Dec\, Coffee & Chat – Kate@Myself-Management.org \n2nd Jan\, Relaxation – Ruth@MySelf-Management.org \nPlease note that the Teams link may be sent just before each session. \n  \nSupport: MySelf Management is not able to provide a 24 hour support service however Breathing Space Scotland offer support via their free confidential helpline on 0800 83 85 87 from 6pm to 2am on weekdays and 24 hours at the weekend (6pm on Fridays to 6am on Mondays). The Samaritans offer emotional support 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week and can be reached on 116 123.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/myself-management-christmas-schedule/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTSTAMP:20260403T202740
CREATED:20241003T132559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T132559Z
UID:3350-1730678400-1731196799@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:November Poetry Residential for Care Experienced (aged 14-30)
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: 4th – 9th November (arriving Monday evening and departing Saturday morning)\nWHO: Any care experienced person aged 14-30\, based anywhere in Scotland\nWHAT: A fully funded residential exploring poetry\, visual art and the environment. All workshops\, accommodation\, food and travel are covered. All levels of confidence and experience welcomed.\nWHERE: Moniack Mhor Creative Writing Centre\, Kiltarlity\, Beauly\, Inverness-shire. There will also be site visits to Abriachan Forest.\n\nBooking form found at VERSES: RESIDENTIAL – Moniack Mhor\n  \n \nPlease e-mail any enquiries to Aileen\, Edel and Vicky at:\n\naileen@moniackmhor.org.uk\nedel@moniackmhor.org.uk\nvicky@moniackmhor.org.uk\n\nOr you can call the Creativity and Care team on: 01463 592 828
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/november-poetry-residential-for-care-experienced-aged-14-30/
LOCATION:Moniack Mhor\, Kiltarlity\, Inverness-shire \, IV4 7HT\, Kiltarlity\, Inverness-shire\, IV4 7HT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240306T141245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T133210Z
UID:3007-1727740800-1730419199@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival - Highland (SMHAF)
DESCRIPTION:Through the month of October\, the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival will take place across Scotland\, including events across Highland. \nExplore the full programme or Highland specific events found at Events | Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (mhfestival.com) or visit Events 2024 – SMHAF Highland (wordpress.com) for more details. \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/scottish-mental-health-arts-festival-highland-smhaf/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival Highland":MAILTO:smhafhighland@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240902T100032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T100032Z
UID:3319-1726063200-1726074000@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Moniack Mhor - Creative Writing for Care Experienced Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you care experienced and aged 14-30?\nJoin Scottish author Jenni Fagan and Aotearoa (New Zealand) poet essa may ranapiri for a workshop exploring different forms of creative writing.\nJenni and essa will guide you through a series of exercises on poetry\, micro-fiction\, and writing from life.  This will be followed by an open conversation on writing\, where you can ask Jenni and essa about their writing life and experiences\, such as how they filter real life\, where they find inspiration for their work – and any other questions you might have. \nThis workshop is free to attend for care-experienced people aged 14-30.  \nBooking is required\, below. \nSnacks and drinks will be provided during the break. \nIf you have any queries please email us on vicky@moniackmhor.org.uk or edel@moniackmhor.org.uk. \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/moniack-mhor-creative-writing-for-care-experienced-workshop/
LOCATION:WASPS Inverness Creative Academy\, IV2 3JP
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240910T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240829T075114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T112238Z
UID:3305-1725962400-1725989400@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mikeysline Open Day for World Suicide Prevention Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nMikeysline are opening up “The Hive” for an open day on Tuesday 10th Setpember 2024 for World Suicide Prevention Day. \nAgencies: 10:00 – 11:30 \nPublic: 12:00 – 14:00 \nStaff and volunteers: 16:30 – 17:30
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/world-suicide-prevention-day-at-mikeysline/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Mikeysline\, 4 Strothers Lane\, Inverness\, IV1 1LR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240522T094348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T081654Z
UID:3252-1725926400-1726012799@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:World Suicide Prevention Day - Change the Narrative
DESCRIPTION:World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 – Change the Narrative is a call to action to “Start the Conversation”.\nThe aim of the theme is to raise awareness about the importance of changing the narrative surrounding suicide and transforming how we perceive this complex issue. Changing the narrative requires systemic change. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness\, understanding\, and support. \nThis call encourages individuals\, communities\, organizations\, and governments to engage in open\, honest discussions about mental health and suicide. By starting conversations\, we can break down barriers and raise awareness\, check in with a friend or loved one\, share personal stories and advocate for mental health resources and support services. Every conversation\, no matter how small\, contributes to a more supportive and understanding society. \nWe have a range of training available around suicide awareness which can help to “Start the Conversation” \n  \nCheck back for confirmed details including: \nMikeysline will be opening up The Hive for an open day. \nKooth will be running a Suicide Prevention Day webinar. \n  \n  \nPrevent Suicide Highland app\nThis is a suicide prevention app available to people in Highland. \nIt contains information on urgent help\, safety planning\, local services\, helping others and suicide information. \nThe app can be downloaded for mobile devices at: \n\nGoogle Play Store\nApple App Store
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/world-suicide-prevention-day-change-the-narrative/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240908T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240812T151521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T151521Z
UID:3295-1725791400-1725804000@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Highland Well-Ness Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled preloved clothes sale\, featuring extra stalls with delicious baked goods\, relaxing facial massages\, FM perfumes\, a lucky dip\, beautiful art prints\, and more! \nAll proceeds support our free counselling scheme\, ‘pay if forward’ \nCome shop second hand\, donate\, and support a great cause! \nHighland Wellness Collective
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/highland-well-ness-collective/
LOCATION:WASPS Inverness Creative Academy\, IV2 3JP
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240726
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240522T093329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T093329Z
UID:3246-1721865600-1721951999@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:National Schizophrenia Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:National Schizophrenia Awareness Day on 25 July shines a light on the everyday challenges the millions of people living with a diagnosis of schizophrenia face and how we can tackle the stigma and discrimination around it. \nFind more information about the awareness days and the realities of living with schizophrenia at National Schizophrenia Awareness Day (rethink.org)
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/national-schizophrenia-awareness-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240617T090241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T090241Z
UID:3273-1719273600-1719446399@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Scottish Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA)
DESCRIPTION:Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid\, on  25th & 26th June 2024 at Pultney People’s Project\, Wick 9.30am to 5pm each day and attending both days\, and this is offered\, on this occasion\, at £89.65 per person\, and includes tea/coffee. Participants would need to take along/purchase their own lunch. \n\nThe following is a brief outline of what is covered on the course\, which is available for people supporting others: \n\n\nguidance on being a Mental Health First Aider\nattitudes to mental health issues\nequalities\nthe recovery message\nthe impact of alcohol and drugs on mental health\nintroduction to suicide intervention\nlistening skills\nunderstanding depression\nhow to offer first aid to someone experiencing depression\nunderstanding anxiety\nhow to offer first aid to someone experiencing anxiety\nunderstanding psychosis\nhow to offer first aid to someone experiencing a psychotic episode.\n\n\nThe course does not train people to be mental health workers. It offers basic general information about mental health problems. The knowledge presented and understanding developed in the course helps to remove stigma and fear and to give confidence in approaching a person in distress. \n\nMental Health First Aid is an initial response to distress and all participants on the course understand that this help is given only until other suitable or professional help can be found. \n  \nFor booking\, please contact lindabirnie@thinkingspace.scot
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/scottish-mental-health-first-aid-smhfa/
LOCATION:Pultney People’s Project\, KW1 5BA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240610T115437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T115437Z
UID:3269-1719050400-1719057600@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing and Laughter Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join Tree Vibes and Thinking Space for the benefits of forest bathing and laughter yoga. \nSign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/V8K6m103TW or contact lindabirnie@thinkingspace.scot. Invest 2 hours of your day and £25 for a revitalising and relaxing session. Terms & conditions apply.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/forest-bathing-and-laughter-yoga/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240513T153901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T153901Z
UID:3224-1716735600-1716742800@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
DESCRIPTION:WALK A MILE IN THEIR SHOES in INVERNESS \nSunday 26th May 2024 at 3pm \nPlease join with Mikeysline and other local charities & groups for the 10th annual Walk a Mile along the River Ness and through Inverness City Centre. \nThis event is family friendly and open to participants of all ages. Feel free to bring any banners or signs to show your support. \nThe walk starts at 3pm so please try to arrive at least 5 minutes beforehand. \nThe meeting point is on the grass near the Fishermen’s Hut beside Bught Park on the corner by Ballifeary Care Home on Ness Walk. (See Google maps – https://maps.app.goo.gl/9mVGud8MxaWSAYHW6) \n  \nThe walk route takes us along by the riverside to Ness Bridge\, up Bridge Street and High Street\, before heading down Inglis Street to finish at Falcon Square.\nPlease note due to the ongoing roadworks along Ness Walk and Bught Road\, vehicle access is not currently available at the meeting point.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/walk-a-mile-in-their-shoes/
LOCATION:5SH\,\, Bught Rd\, Inverness\, 5SH\,\, Bught Rd\, Inverness\, 5SH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240422T160052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T160052Z
UID:3034-1715850000-1715864400@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:In-Person Training Event: Suicide Intervention and Prevention Programme (Invergordon)
DESCRIPTION:Who this is for: \nStaff who have patient\, client\, service user\, or public contact and who have had no previous suicide awareness training or last training was more than three years ago. \nCourse delivery: \nThis course is delivered in a single 4 hour session. \nLearning aims:\nThe aim of this course is to improve awareness of suicidal thinking and to increase their confidence to ask someone if they are feeling suicidal\, and to support them to seek further help. In person training will allow for more of a focus on building practical skills such as listening skills and asking the question “Are you suicidal?” \nLearning outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, you should be able to: \nrecognise a person at risk of suicide \nask about suicide including the essential listening and questioning skills \nDescribe the impact of attitudes to suicide \nIdentify local services available to help with suicide prevention. \n  \nBook online through TURAS: \nSuicide prevention : suicide intervention and prevention programme (SIPP) | Turas | Learn (nhs.scot) \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/in-person-training-event-suicide-intervention-and-prevention-programme-invergordon/
LOCATION:county community hospital\, Invergordon\, Saltburn Rd\, Invergordon\, IV18 0JR
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="NHS Highland":MAILTO:nhsh.healthimprovementtraining@nhs.scot
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240520
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UID:3027-1715558400-1716163199@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Week 13th to 19th May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13 to 19 May\, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”.\nBeing active is important for our mental health. But so many of us struggle to get enough exercise. We know there are many different reasons for this\, so this Mental Health Awareness Week we want to help people to find moments for movement in their daily routines. Going for a walk in your neighbourhood\, putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room\, chair exercises when you’re watching television – it all counts! \n  \nCheck Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Foundation for more information and resources.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/mental-health-awareness-week-13th-to-19th-may-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240507T095421Z
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UID:3058-1715385600-1716076799@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Green Health Week 11th to 18th May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Taking time to enjoy your local outdoor green space could bring you huge health benefits – getting outdoors is good for your physical\, mental\, and social well-being. Regardless of age and ability\, there really is something for everyone\, including groups and organisations in your local area that can support you. \nYou may not be the “outside type” but we aren’t talking mountain climbing and adrenalin sports here\, we’re talking small steps to make a positive change. It could be anything from a walk to the local park or some windowsill gardening (you can bring the outside indoors too!) \n  \nFind activities throughout Highland at Green Health Week 2024 – Think Health Think Nature
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/green-health-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240306T152103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T152515Z
UID:3009-1711929600-1714521599@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Stress Awareness Month 2024
DESCRIPTION:Little by Little\, a Little Becomes a Lot \n  \nThe theme #LittleByLittle highlights the transformative impact of consistent\, small positive actions on over-all wellbeing. The Stress Management Society this year for Stress Awareness Month want to emphasize how even the smallest steps taken each day towards self-care and stress reduction can yield significant improvements in mental health over time. \nWe encourage you to focus on making manageable adjustments to your daily routine. While the impact of small actions on their own may seem little\, the cumulative effects of these habits can end up being profound! \n\n\n\nConnect with someone\nAre they okay? ∙ Are you okay? ∙ Check in with your support network ∙ Connect with someone new ∙ A sense of belonging and community can help reduce feelings of loneliness.\nGo outside – Spending time in nature is an excellent coping strategy for dealing with stress – try a short walk after work.\nGet moving – Get moving any way you want to. This can be walking\, running\, yoga\, stretches\, gardening \, any that gets you moving.\nBe mindful – Get absorbed in what you’re doing – notice you’re senses when doing activities you enjoy.\nBreathe deep – Deep breathing has been shown to help with stress reduction and relaxation.\nPrioritise sleep – Make small steps to improve your bedtime routine. Wind down before bed by minimizing your screen time\, make your bedroom a ‘tech-free’ zone\, create a clean and restful environment\, jot down what’s on your mind and set it aside for tomorrow\, avoid caffeine after 4pm.\n\n\n\nAccess further resources at: Stress Awareness Month 2024 – The Stress Management Society \nOR \nStress and how to cope with it – Mental Health UK (mentalhealth-uk.org) \n  \nWhen to see your GP about your stress levels\nIf you’ve tried self-help techniques and they aren’t working\, you should go to see your GP. They may suggest other coping techniques for you to try or recommend some form of counselling or cognitive behavioural therapy. \nIf your stress is causing serious health problems\, such as high blood pressure\, you may need to take medication or further tests. \nMental health issues\, including stress\, anxiety and depression\, are the reason for 1 in 5 visits to a GP.
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/stress-awareness-month-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240306T160047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T160047Z
UID:3024-1711756800-1711843199@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:World Bipolar Day 2024: Share Your Diagnosis Story
DESCRIPTION:World Bipolar Day is on the 30th March. This year\, we are marking it by inviting people living with bipolar to share the story of their diagnosis. \nIn Scotland\, on average\, it takes people living with bipolar 9.8 years to get an accurate diagnosis. We want to change that: the first\, vital step\, will be gathering your stories.  We’re hoping these stories will both challenge public stigma and encourage healthcare providers across Scotland to ask the right questions. \nYou can opt to share your diagnosis story by video or to write it down. We are also more than happy to have your video transcribed or post your written story anonymously – we won’t share your name or image anywhere without your consent. \n  \nIf you want to learn more about bipolar\, visit: \nBipolar Scotland – Scotland’s charity for people living with bipolar \nOr complete a short elearning course at: \nBipolar courses online (bipolaruk.org)
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/world-bipolar-day-2024-share-your-diagnosis-story/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20231128T103923Z
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UID:2906-1708612200-1708619400@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Smoking: Improving Mental and Physical health Achieving Cessation Targets (IMPACT) Training
DESCRIPTION:The aim of this course is to equip workers who support people with experience of mental health problems with the knowledge\, skills and confidence to initiate a conversation on smoking\, and to discuss options for supporting people who are ready to quit. \n\n Delivered by NHS Highland in partnership with ASH Scotland.\n\n Learning outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, you should be able to:\n\n \n\n 	Explain the links between smoking and mental health\, and the effect that smoking has on specific mental health medications\n \n 	Initiate discussions on smoking\, including the practical application of tools and techniques\n \n 	Outline the importance and relevance of your role in discussing smoking with people who have lived experience of mental health illness\, as well as your role in providing ongoing support\n \n 	Provide an overview of local stop-smoking support options\, including behavioural support\, nicotine and non-nicotine containing products (which can assist in a quit attempt).\n\n\n \n\nHow to book:\n Courses are booked through NHS Highland using Turas Learn. To register for the training\, click on the Turas link below:\n\n Smoking : Improving Mental and Physical health Achieving Cessation Targets (IMPACT) | Turas | Learn (nhs.scot)\n\n If you don’t have a Turas Learn account\, you will need to visit the registration page. This video demonstrates how to create your own account.\n\n For any enquires or bespoke training request please email katy.allanson@nhs.scot\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThe aim of this course is to equip workers who support people with experience of mental health problems with the knowledge\, skills and confidence to initiate a conversation on smoking\, and to discuss options for supporting people who are ready to quit. \n\n Delivered by NHS Highland in partnership with ASH Scotland.\n\n Learning outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, you should be able to:\n\n \n\n 	Explain the links between smoking and mental health\, and the effect that smoking has on specific mental health medications\n \n 	Initiate discussions on smoking\, including the practical application of tools and techniques\n \n 	Outline the importance and relevance of your role in discussing smoking with people who have lived experience of mental health illness\, as well as your role in providing ongoing support\n \n 	Provide an overview of local stop-smoking support options\, including behavioural support\, nicotine and non-nicotine containing products (which can assist in a quit attempt).\n\n\n \n\nHow to book:\n Courses are booked through NHS Highland using Turas Learn. To register for the training\, click on the Turas link below:\n\n Smoking : Improving Mental and Physical health Achieving Cessation Targets (IMPACT) | Turas | Learn (nhs.scot)\n\n If you don’t have a Turas Learn account\, you will need to visit the registration page. This video demonstrates how to create your own account.\n\n For any enquires or bespoke training request please email katy.allanson@nhs.scot
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/smoking-improving-mental-and-physical-health-achieving-cessation-targets-impact-training/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="NHS Highland":MAILTO:nhsh.healthimprovementtraining@nhs.scot
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTSTAMP:20260403T202741
CREATED:20240125T083832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T084547Z
UID:2993-1706745600-1706831999@www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Time to Talk Day
DESCRIPTION:Time to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. Happening every year\, it’s a day for friends\, families\, communities\, and workplaces to come together to talk\, listen and change lives. \nTime to Talk Day 2024 will take place 1 February 2024. It’s run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness and is being delivered in partnership with Co-op for the third year running. Across the UK\, it’s delivered by See Me in Scotland\, Inspire in Northern Ireland and Time to Change Wales. \nThe more conversations we have\, the better life is for everyone. Talking about mental health isn’t always easy and sometimes it’s even harder to say how you really feel. But a conversation has the power to change lives. \nTime to Talk Day is the perfect opportunity to start a conversation about mental health. \nResources and activity ideas available on the See Me website  \n 
URL:https://www.highlandmentalwellbeing.scot.nhs.uk/event/time-to-talk-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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