Stronger together: Dorset Mind joins Solent Mind
Discover tips from Dorset Mind on how to help primary-aged children navigate back-to-school anxiety, recognise subtle behavioural changes, and ease the transition back into a structured daily routine.
Navigating the Back-to-School Transition With Your Child
Discover tips from Dorset Mind on how to help primary-aged children navigate back-to-school anxiety, recognise subtle behavioural changes, and ease the transition back into a structured daily routine.
Navigating Summer Break: Guide for Supporting Young People
Not every child experiences the summer holidays with complete joy. Some young people genuinely prefer the structure of school and may experience mixed emotions as they miss their friends, teachers, and daily routines.
Surviving the Shadows: The Journey of Finding My Voice
In this blog post, Connor Hearn, writes about surviving the shadows: his Journey through trauma, mental health, and finding his voice (Family, Society and Mental Health)
Hugo’s Brew Stop: Healing Through Coffee & Connection
I want to bring a little bit of light to people who might be struggling in silence. If this van can help even one person feel less alone, then every cup served is worth it.
Becoming Charlotte: Four Years in Transition
This emotive blog is Charlotte's fifth - in a series where she has documented her transition and experiences to becoming her real self.
Introducing Dorset Mind’s First Chatty Bench
Liam’s Bench has officially arrived at Furzy Cliff in Weymouth, bringing colour, comfort and a gentle encouragement to talk about mental health. Created in partnership with Dorset Tea and beautifully designed by local artist Helena Chessher, the bench is part of our growing Chatty Bench project.
Stepping Out of the Side lines: Challenging How Men Connect
In this blog post, Alex Milo, our Access Wellbeing Coordinator, North Dorset, writes about how men often socialise and why it matters for our mental well-being.
Riding the Wave of Resilience: From Amputee to Surfing Champion
But more than medals, my greatest achievement is recovery itself. My amputation, once a source of grief, is now a badge of resilience. I’m stronger, more empathetic, and more grounded than I’ve ever been.
Becoming Charlotte: Three Years in Transition
This emotive blog is Charlotte's fourth - in a series where she has documented her transition and experiences to becoming her real self.