Raven Support

01/07/2026

🧠 Mental Health Support in Wellington

Did you know that Mind in Somerset is now based at Kings Arms Community Hub every Tuesday?

Whether you're struggling with your mental health, feeling isolated, looking for advice, or simply unsure where to turn, support is available locally.

📍 Kings Arms Community Hub, Wellington
📅 Every Tuesday
🕙 10:00am – 3:00pm

Jem from Mind in Somerset offers:
✔ Mental health support and guidance
✔ Signposting to local and specialist services
✔ Support to access the right help
✔ Information on wellbeing and community support
✔ A friendly, confidential conversation

Appointments and drop-ins are welcome, although visitors may be asked to wait if Jem is supporting someone else.

No referral is required.

Kings Arms Community Hub continues to work with local partners to bring support services closer to the community and ensure residents can access help when they need it.

For more information, please contact Kings Arms Community Hub on 01823 774158.

26/06/2026

26/06/2026

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24/06/2026

🌞 Some medications can affect how your body handles heat and sun exposure.

Certain medicines can interfere with the body's ability to regulate temperature, control blood flow, sweat, and stay hydrated. As a result, hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and, in severe cases, heatstroke.

Some medications can also make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, increasing the likelihood of sunburn and skin damage. If you take regular medication, it's a good idea to check whether heat or sun exposure could affect you.

💧 Stay safe in hot weather by:

Drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day.
Avoiding excessive alcohol and caffeine, which can contribute to dehydration.
Staying in the shade or cool indoor spaces during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm).
Wearing light, loose-fitting clothing and using sunscreen.
Looking out for signs of heat exhaustion, such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, or excessive tiredness.

Continue taking your medication as prescribed unless a healthcare professional advises otherwise. If you have any questions or concerns, speak to your pharmacist, GP, or another healthcare professional for advice.

☀️ Take extra care in the heat, stay hydrated, and enjoy the sunshine safely.

Thank you St John Ambulance for the picture below.

23/06/2026

To all the incredible Raven Support staff,

A huge and heartfelt thank you for your dedication, resilience, and compassion during this extreme heatwave. While many people are seeking shelter from the challenging conditions, you continue to show up every day, working tirelessly to keep our service users safe, supported, and cared for.

Your commitment goes far beyond simply doing your job. The reassurance you provide, the valuable advice you share, and the kindness you show make a real difference to the lives of those who rely on our services. During difficult conditions, your professionalism and genuine care shine even brighter.

We recognise the extra challenges that come with working in such intense temperatures, and we want you to know that your hard work does not go unnoticed. Your dedication, teamwork, and unwavering support are truly inspiring.

Thank you for everything you do, for the care you give, and for always putting the wellbeing of our service users first. You are an amazing team, and we are incredibly grateful for each and every one of you.

With sincere appreciation,

Thank you, Raven Support Team — you are outstanding.

23/06/2026

🔥 SUMMER SWEP ACTIVE! 🔥

Due to very hot weather Somerset Council have activated their Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) with enhanced outreach to support people sleeping rough during periods of extreme heat.

This will be active from Monday (22.06.26) and will be in place until Thursday (25.06.26) when it will be reviewed.

The teams will be increasing welfare checks across the district and offering:

🔴 Drinking water to stay hydrated.

🔴 Sunscreen and sun hats to reduce exposure.

🔴 Signposting and support to access cool, safe spaces during the hottest parts of the day.

🔴 Trained staff who can recognise and respond to signs of heat-related illness

If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, please contact the numbers below 👇

During office hours: 0300 123 22 24

Outside of office hours (before midnight): 0300 123 23 27

Below are some more tips on how you can help anyone you might see struggling. 👇

23/06/2026

🔴⚠️ A Red Heat-Health Alert has been issued across the Midlands and southern England until 25 June. This is the highest level of alert and indicates a risk to everyone's health, not just vulnerable groups. Northern England is under an Amber alert.
For further information, visit the data dashboard:
🔗 https://ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/weather-health-alerts/heat?type=heat