This week is Mental Health Awareness Week.
We want all students to know that the Wellbeing and Mental Health team is here for you. No matter what level you’re studying at or what may be going on in your personal or academic life, you can come to the team for support.
The dedicated Wellbeing and Mental Health team sits within Student Services and consists of Wellbeing Advisers, Mental Health Advisers and Counsellors. Whichever site or university centre you are studying at – the team is here for you. Find out more.
You can also get 24/7 support from our Student Assistance Programme (SAP). SAP is free for all students and provides you with immediate advice and practical guidance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call the helpline for free: 0800 028 3766 to talk through any problem.
The multi-faith Chaplaincy team provides care and support for students and staff of all faiths and no faith. Chaplains are available to offer pastoral, spiritual and religious support and we also have a wider range of Associate Chaplains from various religious communities. Our team is always ready to help you and offer a listening ear.
We will be holding a number of creative events for Mental Health Awareness Week to bring everyone together:
- Vantry pop-up: Student Services stall
- Wednesday 14 May
- 12.30pm – 3pm
- Remond House Common Room, UCW
Come along to Remond House Common Room for the Vantry – an affordable mobile food pantry offering fresh groceries for just 50p or £1. Student Services will be there running a creative pop-up so come down and say hello!
Mindful Mixer with Wellbeing and Chaplaincy
Wednesday 14 May
2pm – 3pm
- Community Hub, Exton Park
Join us at the Community Hub to meet other students in a calm and supportive space. Enjoy craft activities and chat with Wellbeing Advisers and University Chaplains.
- Student Services creative pop-up
- Thursday 15 May
- 1pm – 3pm
- Seaborne Library, Exton Park
Join us at Seaborne Library for another creative session and to learn more about the support available. Therapy Dog Ollie will be there and would love to see you for a cuddle!
All craft/creative materials provided – no art skill or experience required!
We can’t wait to see you and hear about your community at the University of Chester!
Check out the graphic below for more info regarding support services both within and outside of the University:
