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Are you happy at work? Our employment advisors across Berkshire are here to help

When we're happy at work we're more likely to be happy in the rest of our lives...

When we're happy at work we're more likely to be happy in the rest of our lives...

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Berkshire Healthcare staff celebrate 75 years of the NHS

The NHS is marking its 75th birthday on Wednesday 5 July and so this week we’re taking part in a range of events and activities to celebrate

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Berkshire Healthcare takes part in the first ever Bracknell Pride

Our Pride Network, Talking Therapies and Sexual Health teams took part in the very first Bracknell Pride on Saturday at the Lexicon in Brack

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Carers Week 2023: Research gives rare insight into experiences of military families

This Carer's Week a new report from our Op COURAGE veterans mental health service shines a light on c

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MHAW: #ToHelpMyAnxiety

It's Mental Health Awareness Week (15-21 May 2023)

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Trainee psychology practitioner virtual careers event - 10 May, 6pm

Join our virtual event to find out more about starting a rewarding psychology career with us

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Ramadan 2023

Ramadan will take place between the evening of Wednesday 22 March and evening of Friday 21 April this year. This is the holiest month in the

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Health App pilot launches

Five of our mental health services are taking part in a pilot designed to help professionals recommend approved, evidence-based health apps.

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Looking after yourself over the festive period

The festive period can be a lonely and difficult time for many people and there are many reasons why this can be. Make sure you take the tim

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Reach out for NHS talking therapy treatment this winter

“It’s ok to ask for help” – don’t struggle alone is the message from a new NHS campaign

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NHS employment advisors 'Worth their weight in gold'

A successful trial that is improving the lives of talking therapy patients has new funding to extend across Berkshire

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Stopping smoking to breathe easier? You've got this. Stoptober.

Smokers encouraged to join Stoptober

If you’re a smoker, quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health

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Welcoming Norwegian therapists to share ideas and best practice

Therapists from the Norwegian Ministry of Health visited us in Bracknell on Thursday

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Therapy support app trial shortlisted for national award

An innovative app supporting patients during and after therapy is up for national award.

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Another fantastic Reading Pride

On Saturday 3 September we took part in Reading Pride’s annual parade and celebration

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Trust receives MoD Gold Employer Recognition Award

We have received the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, the highest level of accreditation bestowed by the Ministry of Defence

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Celebrating Windrush Day

We're marking Windrush Day to celebrate the contribution of Black British culture and to support people to access NHS Talking Therapies

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Men's Health Week 2022

Give yourself Mental and Physical Health MOTs. Advice is available to everyone, including those who identify as male, or non-binary.

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Watch: Therapy patients urge others to ask for help

Five inspiring Talking Therapies patients share their recovery journeys in a series of short films

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Ukraine: How to look after your mental health

If you’re finding the news a lot to take in right now, you’re not alone. Here’s our advice on looking after yourself and others you care for

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The NHS Rainbow badge

We've been selected to take part in the second phase of the NHS Rainbow badge initiative, which includes includes a patient survey.

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Looking after your wellbeing this winter

The lead up to Christmas and New Year can be a stressful one and this winter has brought many of us added uncertainty.

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Support over the festive period

Our opening hours and support available over the 2021/22 festive season.

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Proud to be Veteran Aware

We’re committed to delivering the best possible care and support for veterans.

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How to manage when events trigger traumatic feelings

Here are five top tips on managing your wellbeing from Op COURAGE our specialist veterans’ mental health team.

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Drive to become Armed Forces friendly employer recognised

We have been recognised for our positive action to become a forces friendly employer.

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Join an East Berkshire peer support drop-in

Give your wellbeing a boost by joining a HealthMakers Virtual Pop-in Cafe for friendly peer support

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New course for worries about life getting back to normal after the pandemic

We have a new video course for anyone worried about the easing of lockdown.

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New wellbeing support for Berkshire health and care workers

Health and care workers can get free mental health support with our new Wellbeing Matters website

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New Sport in Mind activities in April

Activities like Basketball, Walking, Dancing, Tai Chi, and Gardening are taking place

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More Than A Million More People Invited To Get An NHS COVID-19 Jab

(Updated 26 Feb) Letters are now landing on the doorsteps of people aged 64 to get the vaccine

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Self Care Week

Self Care Week (16-22 November) aims to raise awareness of what we can do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing

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International Men’s Day

Today is about celebrating the positive value that men of all ages bring to families, workplaces, teams and communities.

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Celebrating Diwali at home this year

Wishing all our staff and patients a happy Diwali

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World suicide prevention day

If you’re having suicidal thoughts, or you’re concerned for someone else, there’s help available

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Personal space: The joys of social distancing

Siobhan Johnson shares her experience of what it's like as someone with sensory processing differences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Men’s Health Week 2020

Men’s Health Week - 2020

We’re sharing advice on how you can find support, and what to do if you’re concerned about someone else.

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National wellbeing support for our people

Our NHS people are doing extraordinary things in the face of an extraordinary challenge - find out how we can support you

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Supporting our Veterans' mental health

We're offering support to Veterans and launching new online therapy videos to help you during COVID-19

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Mental Health Awareness Week – be kind to yourself

Now is the time to take a moment and show some kindness to ourselves - find out how you can maintain and improve your mental health

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We've been rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC

Following our latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, we’re delighted to announce that we’ve been awarded ‘Outstanding’

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Our new Talking Therapies website is here!

We’re excited to announce that our new Talking Therapies website launches 17 March

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