Mind in Gwent

10/08/2026

Buxton Movers is coming to Monmouth! 🏃‍♀️

Fancy giving running a go, but not sure where to start? Buxton Movers is a friendly, beginner-focused group for people with little or no running experience.

We'll take you from couch to 5K over 12 weeks, using a gentle, supportive approach to help you build confidence and enjoy being active.

Running can be a great way to improve your mood, reduce stress and meet new people – and you don't have to be a runner to get started!

📍 Chippenham Fields Park, Monmouth
📅 Starting Monday 14th September
🕐 1:00pm
📆 12 weeks, every Monday

No experience needed. Come along, get moving and see what you can do!

📧 To join, email [email protected]
📱 Or text 07903 523096

07/08/2026

Want to make a difference to mental health in your community? Here are four ideas to get you started:

🏃 Arrange a fundraiser – Host a coffee morning, take on a sponsored challenge or organise a bake sale.

🙋 Volunteer for Mind in Gwent – Lend a hand at events, lead a peer support group or assist with our fundraising activities.

💬 Spread the word! – Share our posts, tell a friend and help more people find support when they need it.

🙏 Donate to Mind in Gwent – Every donation helps us provide vital mental health support to people in our communities: https://mindingwent.beaconforms.com/form/0774dfbb

06/08/2026

Ellie first joined Mind in Gwent as a volunteer in October 2022, hoping to gain experience before starting a psychology degree. What she found was so much more than a stepping stone for her career.

Volunteering gave Ellie confidence, purpose, lifelong friendships and the chance to make a real difference to young people's mental health. Alongside her degree, she continued volunteering and has since progressed through three different staff roles. Today, she works full time across two Mind in Gwent projects, with plans to return to university in 2027 to complete a master's degree.

As Ellie says: "Volunteering turned out to be one of the best decisions I've ever made."

Volunteering doesn't just change the lives of the people you support. It can change your own life too.

If you've ever thought about volunteering but aren't sure where to start, we're here to help you take the first step. Whether you're looking to build confidence, gain experience, meet new people or make a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Find out more about volunteering with Mind in Gwent: https://www.mindingwent.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/

05/08/2026

Mind. Mind Cymru. Mind in Gwent. What's the difference?

Mind in Gwent is a local Mind operating independently in Newport, Monmouthshire, Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent. We support communities in our local areas with a wide variety of mental health services, including counselling, wellbeing groups, housing and tenancy support, and services for young people and families.

Mind is a national mental health charity that operates across the UK. For its work in Wales, it's known as Mind Cymru. Its work includes lobbying government for improved access to mental health support, as well as running national helplines and information campaigns that help people manage and take care of their mental health.

While we share elements of our branding with national Mind and other local Minds, we operate as an independent charity. That means we’re responsible for raising our own funds and shaping the services we deliver.

If you live in Gwent and need mental health support, or want to raise funds for a charity focused on supporting mental health and wellbeing in your local community, Mind in Gwent is for you!

Want to help us reach even more people in Gwent? Donate to Mind in Gwent today: https://mindingwent.beaconforms.com/form/0774dfbb

04/08/2026

Here’s a quick introduction to the services we offer in Newport, Monmouthshire, Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent:

Counselling – Safe, confidential counselling for adults and young people to help navigate life’s challenges.

Wellbeing services – Practical support, activity groups and one-to-one guidance to help build resilience and improve wellbeing.

Housing, tenancy and supported living services – Help with housing, benefits, budgeting and tenancy issues to keep people safe and secure at home.

Migrant support services – Friendly, practical support to help migrants settle into life, access services and feel at home in Newport.

Children, young people and family services – Free mental health support for children and young people aged 7–25, plus guidance for families.

Information, advice and assistance – Personalised advice, signposting and support to help people find the right service for their needs.

Mental health training – Sharing knowledge and confidence to help people better understand and support mental health.

Want to help us reach even more people in Gwent? Donate to Mind in Gwent today: https://mindingwent.beaconforms.com/form/0774dfbb

03/08/2026

What is Local Mind Week?

As one of 97 local Minds operating across the UK, Mind in Gwent is an independent charity. We directly support and are run by local people in Newport, Monmouthshire, Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent.

Local Mind Week gives us (and other local Minds) a chance to highlight some of the important work we deliver in our communities.

Because every mind is different, every local Mind is too. Every local Mind shapes its services around the people who need them. After all, the best people to understand a community are the people living within it.

We’re proud to be part of the local Mind network. You can rely on us to continue providing lifechanging mental health support to the people of Gwent, now and into the future.

Want to help us reach even more people in Gwent? Donate to Mind in Gwent today: https://mindingwent.beaconforms.com/form/0774dfbb

31/07/2026

31/07/2026

On Thursday 2 July, a team of contractors involved in planning and delivering Microsoft’s new data centre in Newport climbed Pen y Fan to raise money for local charities. Alongside Duffryn Community Link, Mind in Gwent was one of the charities chosen.

A huge thank you to the following companies for collectively donating £28,550 towards better mental health for people and communities in Gwent:

John Paul Construction, Dornan, Kirby Careers, Oliver Connell & Son, Errigal Contracts Ltd , Wall Steel Ltd, Crown Roofing and Cladding, Onnec, Evolution Electronic Security Systems, Wingate Electrical, J&G Fencing, M J Patch Engineering LTD - The Complete Steel Solution, Afan Landscapes, Prichard's

29/07/2026

Looking for a welcoming space to get creative, connect with others and support your wellbeing?

Join our Newport Art Group, where you can enjoy arts and crafts in a friendly, peer-led environment. Basic materials will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring along your own favourite art supplies and projects.

🕜 Tuesdays, 1:30pm–3:30pm
📅 Starts Tuesday 4 August

The group is open to everyone. To express your interest, contact us on 01633 258741 or email [email protected].

We'd love to see you there! 🎨

27/07/2026

You don’t have to wait for something big to happen to feel happier.

Small, everyday actions can impact how we feel. By making space for more positive moments in your day, you give yourself more opportunities to boost your mood and improve your wellbeing.

Choose one of the actions above and make time for it today. It doesn’t have to take long – even a few minutes can make a difference. Notice how you feel before and after.

Over time, you’ll discover which activities lift your mood the most. The more you repeat the ones that work for you, the more positive moments you can create in everyday life.

What daily actions have the biggest impact on your mood? Let us know in the comments 😊