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The Campaign Pack This communications campaign pack has been developed to help you make some noise in your areas around World Mental Health Day and encourage you to share the small things that make a big difference. campaign pack This pack details contains information, resources and tips to support this campaign. In order to make the pledge signing meaningful, we ask you to develop a pledge action. This will detail the actions you are committed to introducing one or more of the take 5 messages and turning them in to meaningful actions or goals.
Introduction Many of us have a passion to support mental health as individuals, in our homes, schools, workplaces and our communities. One in four of us will experience a mental health problem and 9 in 10 say they have faced negative treatment from others as a result. By choosing to be open about mental health, we are all part of a movement that s breaking down mental health stigma and discrimination. The October campaign is the perfect opportunity to do that. We want to get as many people involved in our campaign. Make a pledge to do something no matter how small to promote the 5 ways to wellbeing Everyone can do something The 5 ways to wellbeing have been identified through extensive reviews of research and expert opinion as simple actions that anyone can take that will have a positive impact on their day to day wellbeing. There is nothing new or surprising in these messages other than knowing that there is substantial evidence to support their value in living well and that small changes can make a big difference. 1 Take Notice 2 Connect... 3 Get Active... 4 Keep Learning... 5 Give 1 Hit the pause button for a moment, breath and take notice of the things around you and take stock of what is important to you 2 Asking someone are you ok and taking the time to listen? 3 Get active - remember a thousand miles begins with the first step 4 Learn - come on mental health first aid training or begin to refocus on your hopes and dreams and look at ways to learn to achieve them. 5 Reach out and lend a helping hand in your family, among friends, in your school, community or workplace. Make up a buddy bag containing a small gift to help someone smile.
Making Sense of the take 5 Messages What you can do to take some simple but reliable steps towards to improve your mental health and wellbeing? Take Notice Be mindful. Be curious. Like a child, see the wonder and beauty of the world. Notice the things around you the weather, the landscape, the mood and feelings of the people around you. In noticing you learn to appreciate the things that matter. Questions to aid Reflection 1. When was the last time I just paused and became aware of my own breath...today is a gift that s why we call it the present. 2. Am I using any of my senses taste, touch, smell, sight, and hearing? 3. Do I ever take time to be in the present moment remember yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today is a gift that s why we call it the present campaign pack 4. Do I take time to be aware of self and be curious about my emotions and feelings?
Making Sense of the take 5 Messages What you can do to take some simple but reliable steps towards to improve your mental health and wellbeing? Connect Feeling close to other people and valued by them is a fundamental human need. Across all ages, relationships and participation in a social life are critical for mental wellbeing. Questions to aid Reflection 1. How would I know if I was connecting or just making contact? Feeling close to other people and valued by them is a fundamental human need. 2. What makes the difference? 3. Can I think of connections that I would like to make, or remake? campaign pack
Making Sense of the take 5 Messages What you can do to take some simple but reliable steps towards to improve your mental health and wellbeing? Keep Learning Life-styles that value learning are positively associated with mental health and wellbeing. Questions to aid Reflection What do I think about Learning and would I like to learn something new? Feeling close to other people and valued by them is a fundamental human need. What frightens me about learning and how could I turn my fears in to new possibilities? What are my interests and what do I still want to learn? What do I need to do to make learning fun and something to look forward to? campaign pack
Making Sense of the take 5 Messages What you can do to take some simple but reliable steps towards to improve your mental health and wellbeing? Be Active Being active has proven to improve mental health and wellbeing. Questions to aid Reflection What activities do I engage in on a regular basis? Who can support me to be more active at home/work/ in my community. What can we do together? Being active has proven to improve mental health and wellbeing. Are there any minor adjustments I can make in my life that can help me be more active? (Remember, small changes can make a big difference ) campaign pack
Making Sense of the take 5 Messages What you can do to take some simple but reliable steps towards to improve your mental health and wellbeing? Give Any acts of kindness, whether small or large can make you feel happier and more satisfied about life. It can also have a profound positive impact on the person receiving it. Questions to aid Reflection You treat people with dignity and respect and they give it right back to you Bill McDermot What was it like the last time you lend a helping hand to someone without expecting anything in return? Can you recall a time somebody helped you out and not wanting nothing back? How could you start to introduce random acts of kindness in to your own life and for others? campaign pack
Activity Ideas to get Involved in the Campaign There are lots of ways in which you could bring the concept of Take 5 into your life, whether that s simply by sharing the messages below or taking it a step further and running activities in your area. Some tips about how to build a strong article for your newsletter or intranet about the campaign: 1. Personal story Try to open with a quote or a paragraph from an individual who has experienced a mental health problem and how one or more of the take 5 helped them on their journey of recovery 2. Getting the messages noticed Include a quote or paragraph from someone senior or a community champion about why they re supporting the take 5 and why it is important in promoting health and wellbeing. 3. Information about the campaign Include a short description of what the campaign is, and how people can find out more and get involved themselves. 4. Signpost to relevant support Let people know what is available to them and how to access it. Have taster session to get people interested.
Running an Information Session and Getting People Involved Format 1-2 hour session Group opportunities, Groups of people, Inter-generational groups, vulnerable group - disability, LGBT, Ethnic Minority groups - hard to reach group Fun exercise to promote the five ways Brief introduction to mental health If possible a community champion or someone the group can relate to Invite people to join in developing a visioning in board Pick one of the take five and introduce an activity to get people participating. Briefing for the person speaking key messages, What is mental health, What are the 5 ways. Examples on how you can get started Why they are important for our mental health and wellbeing Get people involved invite them to create a visioning board in group or on their own How do we take care of our mental health? Once finished display work around the walls or invite everyone to look at each other promote connectedness PowerPoint presentation on take5 See WHSCT video link Magazines pictures, (ensure they are age appropriate) glue Cardboard, scissors tape Music Example of visioning boards Getting started time to make a pledge Give people out pledge card or if they wish they can create their own I pledge to Pledge cards I pledge to ----------------- by Signature ----------------- Help with achieving your pledge Have some discussion on any challenges in achieving your pledge Or what help do you need Option give people posits to write up any help to achieve this Have z cards available Help line numbers Information on training courses available End session Thank you tea and chat
Have a take 5 Week Take each of the take 5 and run events to show case one take 5 messages over the five days.. Take notice Monday, Connect on Tuesday, be active Wednesday Learning on Thursday, Give on Friday. Display Posters and Information Host an Information Session Make a Pledge Host a Social Event Lunch Time Specials Promote the take 5 in the Playgrounds Have Technology Free Evening - Family Challenge Display posters on the take 5 in your area and link to activities available to help people connect with the range of services and opportunities Use the presentation and design your own local slant for the event, showcase examples on how to get involved. Have a question and answer session on the take five ways to wellbeing Make the pledge a reality and signal your commitment Use the pledge cards or make your own and invite people to make a pledge using social media (with their permissions) to show case their pledges (see appendix 2) Tea dance and include all the 5 ways in to the events Encourage staff to get involved by have opportunities to make a pledge. Host competitions for the best selfie s promoting the take 5. Encourage children to come up with their ideas on how to take 5. Provide opportunities for children to try out old games that were played in the past great opportunity for some intergenerational learning Turn off the television and computers, mobile on silent and have family get together. There a so many ways you can get involved and many do not cost money only time and imagination. It will make a difference to your wellbeing
Evaluating Your Event It is important to learn from the things we do to promote mental health and to see how well the campaign has gone. This can simply be; Recording the number of people who attended. Recording number of pledges that have been made. Getting feedback on how people found the events. Recording the event in a letter. Or using a simple evaluation questionnaire. See appendix 3 Use a mood recording before and after activities. See appendix (4) campaign pack
Signposting to Support It s great to start the conversations about mental health, however sometimes this can mean that people currently experiencing mental health problems will need some support as sensitive conversations may bring up difficult things. We would encourage you to highlight the support that is currently available but you may also like to link to sources of support. Having someone available who is trained in mental health first aid, safe talk or ASIST would be advisable. Lifeline 0808 808 8000 www.mindingyourhead.info www.lifelinehelpline.info www.mentalhealth.org.uk/help-information/10- ways-to-look-after-your-mental-health www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depressi on/pages/improve-mental-wellbeing.aspx campaign pack www.getselfhelp
campaign pack A1 Appendix 1
take 5 Ways to Wellbeing Poster Downloads Use the link below to download copies of the take 5 posters. take 5 Poster Downloads
campaign pack A2 Appendix 2
I pledge to...
campaign pack A3 Appendix 3
Name of Event: date: Thank you for taking the time to attending today. We would now welcome your feedback and would kindly ask if you would complete this short questionnaire. All information will be used to help us plan for future events. Please tick the relevant box. Did you enjoy today s event Yes No During the event did you connect with others Yes No Did you meet new people today? Yes No Did you take part in any physical activity? Yes No Would you normally take part in physical activity? Yes No Has the event raised awareness of your needs? Yes No Has it raised awareness of the needs of others? Yes No Did you learn anything new today? Yes No As a result of this events are you more likely to give your time to others? Yes No Did this event give you as better understanding of the take 5 wellbeing messages Yes No Is there any of the take 5 you would like to know more about Take notice Connect Get Active Keep Learning Give As a result of attending have you decided to make a pledge Yes No Can you tell us what you plan to do If no what would have helped you make a pledge Is there anything you would like to say about the event Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionairre.
campaign pack A4 Appendix 4
Rate your mood before you participate and then after the activity Your Mood Rating Before Activity O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Rate your mood 0 - low 10 - good Your Mood Rating After Activity O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Rate your mood 0 - low 10 - good We would like to wish you every success with this campaign and hope this guide is of some help to you. Remember Everyone can do something and we want to hear about your events. Send us your evaluations, pictures, stories, new paper articles. Marie Dunne Health Improvement Department, Maple Villa, Gransha Park, Derry/Londonderry BT47 6WJ 028 7186 5127 mariet.dunne@westerntrust.hscni.net