Community Engagement & Experience Team

22/12/2025

Open Call for Artists: Creative Conceptions

22/12/2025

SMHN are keen to help anyone who is feeling like it will be a lonely time for them. Please see the details attached.
For further details: www.smhn.org.uk/whats_on/

02/12/2025

Please share this short survey with people in Hampshire and Isle of Wight: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wRwyQbnsfEaw1YVGRNlOO2rLhQCJQZZKlitlgeY-zN5UMzhBMlJQUUU2TUhRNVAyUlYzWEdST0xKTS4u&origin=QRCode

If you would like paper copies of the survey please get in touch.

06/10/2025

Members of the team joined Chat Over Chai at their Macmilian Fundraiser where they raised £640.00 for Macmillian cancer support.

01/10/2025

Alison & Kate from the Community Engagement & Experience Team at Naval Pride on Thursday 25th September at Portsmouth Naval base. We shared information about the Trust and its services, membership and Trust strategy.

A big shout out to the sexual health team who made the day even more enjoyable. The event was a great success, and we have been asked to attend future events in 2026.

24/09/2025

Please join us and learn about our plans for the next 5 years.

11/09/2025

Are you a family member, friend or carer of someone that uses HIOWH services? Help us to shape and improve services, and to ensure we provide you with support and information in your caring role. All responses are anonymous and your contribution is greatly appreciated. https://shft1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bHnwj3vlh0lamSG

28/08/2025

19/08/2025

🌟 Who Has Made You Feel Safe? 🌟
As part of our Patient Safety Awards, we want to hear about the people who made a difference.
• 🧡 Was there someone who made you feel truly safe, heard, and cared for?
• 👂 A moment where compassion, clarity, or calm made all the difference?

Nominate them today and help us celebrate the everyday heroes of patient safety.
click here to nominate https://forms.office.com/e/8Kqs8VCUha

The deadline for nominations is: Midnight Sunday 31 August 2025

If you have any questions or need support please contact people.participation@southernhealth.nhs.uk

13/05/2025

Saints Together in collaboration with Saints Foundation for Mental Health Awareness Week.

Join them on Saturday 17th May from 9am at The Dell for a relaxed morning of connection, conversation, and community. We’re offering free coffee and a chat — whether you want to talk, listen, or simply enjoy some company, Saints Together is a welcoming space for everyone.

Let’s come together to break the stigma around mental health, support one another, and remind each other that nobody is alone.

No need to book — just drop in!

to find out more click here

23/04/2025

We need your help

Do you have any spare Nintendo Switch games lying around gathering dust or taking space up in a cupboard how about donate them to our service users in our inpatient units

We’re teaming up with our incredible charity to bring non-stop fun and unforgettable connections to our inpatient setting, and we need YOU to be part of the action!

🎉 We’re on the hunt for Nintendo Switch games (new or gently used) to help keep everyone active, engaged, and most importantly, having a blast! 😄

If you’re ready to join the adventure and make a difference, here’s how you can help:

Send your games to:
Kate Oliver, 7 Sterne Road, Tatchbury Mount, Calmore, Southampton, SO40 2RZ

Not into games? No worries! You can still help by contributing towards buying new ones! Just click here https://justgiving.com/brighterway and quote Switch Games! Every bit counts to level up the fun! 💥

Together, we can make playtime legendary and bring joy to those who need it most. Thank you for your generous support!

07/04/2025

🎮✨ Let’s Level Up the Fun – In Partnership with Our Charity! ✨🎮

We’re teaming up with our incredible charity Brighterway to bring non-stop fun and unforgettable connections to our inpatient setting, and we need YOU to be part of the action! 🎉 Whether your Nintendo Switch games are new or gently loved, they’ll help keep everyone active, engaged, and, most importantly, having a blast! 😄

We’re on a game-changing mission to bring joy and connection to our inpatient setting—and we need YOU to join the quest! 🎉

Want to jump in and help? Here’s how:

Kate Oliver, 7 Sterne, Tatchbury Mount, Calmore, Southampton, SO40 2RZ

Not into games? No worries! You can still help by contributing towards buying new ones! Just click here https://justgiving.com/brighterway and quote Switch Games! Every bit counts to level up the fun! 💥

Let’s make playtime happen! 💥