New Horizons Mental Health

04/11/2025

In celebration of Trustees’ Week, we’re offering training to support trustees in their roles or those interested in becoming trustees:

Safeguarding for Trustees 🛡️
📅 Thursday, 6 November 2025, 6–8pm – spaces still available!
🌐 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguarding-for-trustees-tickets-1488782040159?aff=oddtdtcreator

Can’t make it? Join the repeat session on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, 6-8pm
🌐 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguarding-for-trustees-tickets-1837104802919?aff=oddtdtcreator

Trustees are responsible for promoting a positive safeguarding culture, including ensuring procedures for safer staff recruitment, whistleblowing, and regular policy updates. This Group F training will support your understanding of safeguarding and your responsibilities as a leader, helping to embed safeguarding within your organisation.

Becoming a Trustee ✨
📅 Thursday, 18 November 2025, 12–1pm
🌐 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/becoming-a-trustee-tickets-1776268369509?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thinking about becoming a charity trustee, or new to the role? Join our Lunchtime Learning session to learn about key responsibilities and gain the confidence to make a meaningful impact.

Spaces are limited – secure your spot today!

03/11/2025

Happy Trustee Week!

This week, we’re celebrating and saying a huge thank you to our incredible trustees for their dedication, leadership, and passion in supporting mental health and shaping the future of New Horizons. Your commitment helps us continue making a real difference in our community.

We’re also looking to welcome new trustees to our board! If you’re passionate about mental health, want to contribute your skills, and would like to be part of a forward-thinking charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what one of our longstanding trustees, Phil Gillard, has to say about the role:

*“Being a trustee with New Horizons has been very rewarding over the last couple of decades. I've met some fantastic people over the years and have gained so much knowledge from their experiences. New trustees always bring a fresh perspective to our organisation, which helps us in our strategic planning for the future. Becoming a trustee has enabled me to work as part of a team, make a positive impact on people's lives, support a cause I'm very passionate about and help plan the strategic direction of New Horizons for the future.

So, if you're interested and passionate about mental health and would like to join a forward-thinking charity like New Horizons, please get in touch. We would love to hear from you.”*

If this sounds like something you’d love to be part of, get in touch today!

31/10/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻

Halloween might be spooky, but looking after your mental health doesn’t have to be.

As the nights get darker and colder, remember:

🧡 Check in on friends

🕯️ Make time to rest and recharge.

🍬 Enjoy treats in moderation (including social treats — set boundaries when you need them!).

👥 Reach out if you’re struggling. You’re never alone.

Let’s keep this season kind, connected, and caring.
Stay safe, stay seen, and take gentle care of yourself. 💛

29/10/2025

Kickstart Your Week with Creativity!

Fancy a feel-good way to brighten up your Monday?
Join us at New Horizons for our Monday Craft Group with the lovely Kira Withers Jones.
Whether you’re trying arts and crafts for the first time or you’re a seasoned creative, this group is all about:

🎨 Getting imaginative
💆‍♀️ De-stressing
🤝 Meeting new people

When: Every Monday, 10 AM – 12 PM
Where: New Horizons Centre, 16 Dean Street, Aberdare, CF44 7BN

You don’t need to bring a thing – but you are welcome to work on your own projects.
Everyone is welcome.

Got questions?
📧 info@newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk
📞 01685 881113
🌐 newhorizons-mentalhealth.org.uk

28/10/2025

We’re Here to Talk – When You’re Ready

Looking for a space to connect, be heard, or just listen?

Our Men’s Group has moved from Wednesdays to Thursdays — now meeting every Thursday at 6 PM on Zoom for a relaxed, supportive conversation. It’s a safe space for men aged 18+ to come together, talk about life, and support one another — no pressure, no judgment.

Whether you feel like sharing or simply want to be in the company of others who understand, you’re always welcome.

It’s completely free to join!

27/10/2025

We’re using to help raise money for New Horizons Mental Health. To get involved, sign up and shop via the easyfundraising website or App with over 8,000 retailers. You’ll raise free donations for us as you shop online at no extra cost! All the big names including eBay, Tesco, John Lewis & Partners, TUI, and many more will donate. We’ll be so grateful for your donations! Please sign up today and we could win £500:

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23/10/2025

We have our Creative writing group on Mondays at 12.30pm.

Each week our group looks at a different writing style or topic and then goes away to try it out themselves.🖊🖊

If you want to get involved get it touch at info@newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk or call 01685 881113📞📧

22/10/2025

📞 Important Notice: Phone Line Issues

We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties with our main phone lines and can’t receive calls on our usual number.

If you need to reach us, please contact staff directly on their individual work numbers or email us at info@newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk

We’re working to fix this as soon as possible and apologise for any inconvenience.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

21/10/2025

Self-Harm Support Group – A Safe Space for Healing and Hope

Join us every Wednesday on Teams at 3:30 PM for a warm and welcoming space where you can find support, share experiences, and explore positive ways to cope.

Led by New Horizons Mental Health and Mental Health Matters Wales, this group offers encouragement, practical tools, and a non-judgmental community to help you on your journey toward well-being.

You are not alone – together, we can navigate this path with understanding and support.

When: Wednesdays at 3:30 PM
Where: Online via Teams

To register or learn more, reach out to us:
Email: info@newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk
Phone: 01685 881113
Website: newhorizons-mentalhealth.org.uk

Reaching out is a step toward healing. We're here for you.

20/10/2025

Happy Diwali

Today we celebrate the Festival of Lights — a time of joy, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness.
May this Diwali bring happiness, peace, and prosperity to all who are celebrating.

Let’s continue to spread kindness, understanding, and light within our communities.

17/10/2025

Today, on Show Racism the Red Card Day, we stand united against racism in all its forms.
Racism has a devastating impact on mental health — it can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma that too often go unrecognised.

As we celebrate Black History Month, we also commit to action: to listen, learn, and challenge racism wherever we see it. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued.

Let’s work together to create communities — and mental health services — that are truly inclusive, equitable, and anti-racist.