Worthing Rethink Mental Health

19/11/2025

Just a reminder of our Evening Meeting at Meadowfield Hospital when we will have Ami Hale, a pharmacist, as our guest speaker. If you have any medication questions do come along.
All of our meetings are free and everyone is welcome. No waiting list, no fuss. Just come along at 7pm next Monday, 24th November.

19/11/2025

I know our Facebook group is followed by many cultural diverse people. Hopefully, the following appeals to some of you.

Your Voice Matters: Sharing Experiences of Mental Health

We are inviting Arab, Arab British, or people of mixed heritage including Arab background, aged 18 or over, living in Sussex, and who have Indefinite Leave to Remain, Settled Status, or a British passport.

We want to hear from you!

We are conducting research to better understand the mental health experiences of ethnic minority communities in Sussex. We will explore your awareness, challenges, access to mental health support, and how people manage difficult times. Your voice will help improve and shape mental health services, so they are more inclusive and supportive off your community.

What's involved:
You will take part in a small in-person focus group at the BMECP Centre in Brighton, lasting up to 2 hours (including breaks). As a thank you, you will receive a £30 supermarket voucher, and we will refund your travel costs by public transport.

Benefits of participating:
Your voice will help positively change mental health services and support.
You will have the opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences.
You will be contributing to important research that addresses health inequalities.
The session will take place on 3rd December at the BMECP Centre in Brighton, from
10:00 am to 12:00 pm

17/11/2025

A week from today, on Monday 24th November we have Ami Hale, a Pharmacist, coming as a guest speaker and have your questions about medication answered.

Everyone is welcome, so come along to Meadowfield Hospital at 7pm. There is no charge for attending and you don't have to register. Just come along.

Any questions do ask away, either call on 07763 082094, or email us on WorthingCarersGroup@Rethink.org

21/10/2025

Below is a list of our guest speakers for our meetings at Meadowfield Hospital over the coming months. No need to book, just come along. Everyone is welcome and there is no prerequisites for coming along.

Our meetings take place on the fourth Monday of every month, unless a bank holiday comes into play, when it is brought forward by a week.

Oct 27th Occupational Therapy
Nov 24th Pharmacist
Dec 15th Shepherd House
Jan 26th Sussex Police
Feb 23rd Residential Care

We do have ground rules, basically around respecting others views and allowing others to talk. I will make these clear at the beginning of the meetings. There is nothing unusual from other support groups.

When you arrive at Meadowfield (at the top-left of the Swandean site) you will see a reception desk in front of you, turn sharp left and you will see a door. That's where we are.

Again, everyone is welcome and you can ask for me, Mark, upon arrival. Alternatively, you can call me from the car park and I can walk you in. I really don't mind.

My contact details are 07763 082094 or WorthingCarersGroup@REthink.org

16/10/2025

Late notice, as it has just come to my attention, of this carers event.

Practice Website for VICTORIA ROAD SURGERY

15/10/2025

14/10/2025

In a couple of weeks our guest speaker at our Meadowfield meeting will be Louise Vinton, Occupational Therapist. If you wonder what OTs do then you need to come along. You will normally find OTs in inpatient units.

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. I hope you are well and thriving.

Just a reminder that we have three meetings a month, Drop-in, in-person meeting and an online meeting, the latter of which is on this Monday coming at 7pm. If you want to join do get in contact, either by phone 07763 082094 or email WorthingCarersGroup@Rethink.org.

08/10/2025

We're not endorsing this research just sharing in case you are interested.

08/10/2025

Earlier this morning Mark did a talk about his and his wife's experience of mental health to the local branch of the Stroke Association.

I was happy to learn that they too think that supporting carers is important and wanted some tips.

The tips Mark gave are that carers need to look after themselves and that groups are a good way to do this. Firstly, Mark has heard from carers that groups aren't for them. Mark too thought this until he attended his first meeting. Secondly, it allows carers to hear from other carers and learn from their experiences. Thirdly, there is something therapeutic about sharing your story. Lastly, your don't have to make a long term commitment to attending a group. A sampler session helps you to understand if a group can help you.

Mark is always happy to talk about Worthing and his experience of mental health to any organisation. If you would like Mark to attend your team meeting, for half an hour or more, do get in touch.

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25/09/2025

Just a reminder of our meetings.

On the first Wednesday of the month we hold a drop-in meeting at the Happy The Happy Teapot (opposite Worthing Library) from 10:30 to 1pm.

On the second Monday of the month we have an online meeting from 7pm. Contact us for details.

On the fourth Monday of the month, at Meadowfield Hospital in Worthing, we hold an in-person meeting, usually with guest speakers, plus support.

For more information you can either email us at WorthingCarersGroup@Rethink.org or phone us on 07763 082094. Everyone is welcome and there is no fees for attending.