SAMH

SAMH We are Scottish Action for Mental Health. Visit our website at www.samh.org.uk SAMH is the Scottish Association for Mental Health.

One in four people in Scotland will have a mental health problem at some point in their life. This means that you may know someone with a mental health problem, or maybe you're worried about your own mental health. At SAMH we believe there is no health without mental health. We're here to provide help, information and support; to campaign on behalf of people with mental health problems and to rais

e money to fund our vital work. We're here for everyone, and we're here for you. SAMH is Scotland's leading mental health charity

After enduring years of unbearable chronic pain, Siobhan's mental health experienced a severe decline. Then a friend rec...
20/04/2026

After enduring years of unbearable chronic pain, Siobhan's mental health experienced a severe decline. Then a friend recommended Time for You.

Siobhan loved her life. She had a thriving baking and cake-decorating business, regularly attended the gym, and enjoyed a healthy work-life balance.

One day, her back just went—and then followed years of frustrating GP visits, misdiagnoses, trips to A&E, and loss of feeling in her arms and legs.

As a result, she could no longer work or do any of the things she had previously enjoyed.

Understandably, her mental health declined, and she was then diagnosed with depression and anxiety.

One of her friends suggested she contact Time for You, and she did.

Her Time for You practitioner, Marie, shared exercises on how to help deal with the pain, how to get the most out of the things that she could manage to do, and how to cope with an upcoming surgery.

Siobhan said: "I’m still not pain-free, and I do still have bad mental health days, but I have been given the tools to try and make things feel just that bit better."

Find out how Time for You could help you: https://www.samh.org.uk/about-us/our-work/time-for-you

Our first ever Paws & Pause event with The Social Hub 🐕‍🦺At the beginning of this month, we stepped away from our screen...
13/04/2026

Our first ever Paws & Pause event with The Social Hub 🐕‍🦺

At the beginning of this month, we stepped away from our screens, grabbed a few coffees (and some dog treats), and headed out for a relaxed lunchtime walk around Glasgow Green - the perfect chance to get some fresh air, meet new people and enjoy the company of some gorgeous doggos!

Following such a lovely first walk, Paws & Pause will now run monthly on the first Wednesday of the month. We invite anyone looking to unwind and boost their wellbeing during the working week to pop along.

📅 First Wednesday of the month | 12.00-13.00
📍 Meet at The Social Hub
🐶 Dogs optional, humans essential
💙 £5 suggested donation to support SAMH

We hope to see you (and your canine pals) at the next meet-up!

“I was left feeling like I was just making things up... [they] said that when I felt mentally better the pain would go a...
10/04/2026

“I was left feeling like I was just making things up... [they] said that when I felt mentally better the pain would go away”

Claire experienced lots of pain in her joints, but her symptoms were consistently dismissed when she asked for help because of her mental health diagnosis.

It took over a decade before she was taken seriously, causing increased damage to her joints and resulting in several operations.

We want to stop experiences like Claire had. Support our Show Up campaign: https://www.samh.org.uk/get-involved/our-campaigns/show-up

10/04/2026

Together we have RAISED £100,000 🤯🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸

Im lost for different ways to say thank you, all I can say is that this walk is for …

Anybody out there that feels lost

Anyone who has battled with mental health struggles

Anyone who has lost loved ones to su***de

Anyone that needs a reminder they are not alone

& to all the ones who didn’t make the night ❤️

A huge milestone but please keep continuing to donate thanks for all the continued support ❤️‍🩹

We're looking for volunteers! 🧡The Nook in Aberdeen will open its doors this summer, and we need your help.We're looking...
08/04/2026

We're looking for volunteers! 🧡

The Nook in Aberdeen will open its doors this summer, and we need your help.

We're looking for friendly faces to join as either as a Wellbeing Volunteer, or a Peer Support Volunteer. These roles are flexible, all training is provided, and we can help you develop new skills and improve existing ones.

Ross, a Wellbeing Volunteer at our Glasgow Nook, shares a bit about his experience so far in the role.

“My favourite thing about The Nook is the number of people I’ve got to meet and interact with.

"Everyone at The Nook is very responsive to the fact you're always learning. It's helped me develop my skills, but if I'm ever unsure, I can go to anyone on shift to get support.

"We do hear how much The Nook has supported people, and it's great to be able to provide that. It's a great service that's been really needed.

"The flexibility at The Nook is great. I've still got time to do my hospitality job in the evening, as well as balance university."

You can register your interest here https://www.samh.org.uk/about-us/the-nook/volunteers

Interested but have a few questions? Drop them in the comments 👇

We’re planning something special at Hampden this year - any guesses what it might be?
07/04/2026

We’re planning something special at Hampden this year - any guesses what it might be?

"The Nook is a haven where you feel at home."Jill, who has autism and epilepsy, regularly pops into The Nook in Glasgow ...
06/04/2026

"The Nook is a haven where you feel at home."

Jill, who has autism and epilepsy, regularly pops into The Nook in Glasgow to help her mental health.

"My differences and disabilities meant I was badly bullied and picked on in primary school, leading me to having child psychology and play therapy to help me fit in. Then later adolescent psychiatry.

"I felt isolated and alone with nowhere to turn. I was unable to cope, with little or no support.

"When I met the team at The Nook, it was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, or a light had just switched on. I suddenly felt like I'd been heard and understood, without being judged or dismissed.

"The team at The Nook provided a regular listening service, compassion and understanding. Their patience in listening to my feelings made me feel better understood.

"The Nook has an open space, comforting, colourful decor and design, welcoming staff, and calmness."

We're open seven days a week (10am - 5pm weekdays, 10am - 4pm weekends). Find The Nook in Glasgow at 51 Wilson Street, Glasgow, G1 1UZ.

03/04/2026

Our monthly Dementia Heroes Café is a friendly, fun, and compassionate space for people with dementia, their carers, and loved ones to chat, reminisce, and share experiences. 💛☕🧠

Book your place at our next free Dementia Heroes Café at The Nook in Glasgow: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-heroes-cafe-tickets-1986439413760?aff=oddtdtcreator 🌟

Please share and spread the word to anyone who might like to get involved. See you there!

Dementia Heroes

Want to support SAMH but short on time?Swipe for three low-effort ways to make a difference, while you shop, sell or rec...
02/04/2026

Want to support SAMH but short on time?

Swipe for three low-effort ways to make a difference, while you shop, sell or recycle 🧡♻️🛍️

Find all the details on our website: https://ow.ly/MBEI50YAvw3

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Brunswick House, 51 Wilson Street
Glasgow
G11UZ

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+441415301000

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