I'm running and fundraising for West Sussex Mind along with my three team mates because they are a local charity that provides critical support to people struggling with mental health issues and as an employee I find them a really inspiring organisation to be part of. Particularly in light of the last two years with the Pandemic and the enormous amount of pressure on people's mental health, West Sussex Mind raise awareness and tackles the stigma that still exists around mental health issues. There is still some way to go. 

I've worked in the Families in Mind team which supports parents and carers of children aged 0-5 years with Play and Chat groups where parents/carers can come and talk about their mental health in a friendly environment while their child plays, one to one support and Walk and Talks to take the conversation outside and meet other parents. It's such a unique service and one that I wish I had been able to access as a first time mum coming to terms with all the emotional challenges of becoming a parent. 

I'm now working in West Sussex Mind's Adult Services which provide a range of services such as one to one support and group workshops around different mental health issues and a wide range of creative and social activities, everything from cookery, painting and singing groups to running! 

I can personally vouch for the positive impact that running has had on my mental health, and although Covid has knocked my training for the half-marathon somewhat the last month or so, I am ready to take on the challenge with my lovely team! 

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