MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

• 20 Jan, '23
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Supporting you through your university life is our highest priority here at Iconinc, and that includes your mental wellbeing. There are many changes you face when you first move to uni. And that, alongside your university life and work, can leave your head spinning; that’s why we stick by our residents and do everything we can. Our 24/7 concierge are always there to help, and being mental health trained, they are equipped to deal with situations that may arise. There is always staff onsite, so if you ever want to talk to someone, or just need some company, we’re here for you. Mental health awareness weeks are amazing and allow for information about the way people think and deal with things to spread. However, we believe that you should get the care that you deserve year round, not just when people are talking about it. That’s why we want to make sure our residents know that we are here for them and feel cared for. We make sure that our wellness events and facilities are available for you at all times to help you unwind and ease your mind. We also make sure to put on plenty of events to get our residents out and about. It’s so important to make sure you’re socialising, getting fresh air, and exercising as regularly as possible, and our events help to get our residents out, and helps build close bonds within the building. Our events facilitate self-expression through crafts, or get residents active when doing so feels difficult. We have some amazing spa days to let the stresses melt away, and we’ve even brought in emotional support dogs, and they can brighten up your day in an instant! If there is anything that we can do to help you in your journey, any ways that we can help you through it, let us know. We want the best for our residents, and we will put in the work to make sure that that’s what you get. If you ever feel alone, know that you’re not, and there is always someone who is looking out for you. No matter who you are, we will be there for you however we can. If you are concerned about yourself or someone you know the below resources can help you understand what you can do to: You should call 999 or go to A&E if you or someone else has an immediate, life-threatening emergency requiring mental or physical health assistance. If you need help urgently for your mental health, but it's not an emergency, get help from NHS 111 online or call 111 Mental health services you may find useful: SHOUT provides free, confidential, 24/7 text message support in the UK for anyone who is struggling to cope and anyone in crisis. Text SHOUT to 85258. This service is free on all major mobile networks. Papyrus (Prevention of Young Suicide) provides advice and support for young people who feel like they want to take their own life, and all their advice is confidential. Call their HOPELineUK on: 0800 068 41 41 or text: 07786 209687 (lines are open every day from 9am to midnight). Nightline offers a directory of confidential and non-judgemental support services run for students by students across the UK. Mindwell is a Leeds based mental health website with information on how to take care of yourself as well as services and groups within Leeds to support you through your situation. Brownlow health has four practices in and around Liverpool and online resources specific to Liverpool for people struggling with their mental health. Samaritans  are available 24/7 and offer a free anonymous non-judgemental listening service. They can be reached by phone on 116 123 or via email at jo@Samaritans.org. Download their app to keep track of how you’re feeling or for recommendations and self help advice. The Mix offers a free helpline for young people under 25 between 4pm – 11pm. Call 0808 808 4994 or you can email or text the Crisis Messenger service 24/7. Young Minds Crisis Messenger provides free crisis support and links to a range of support options. Kooth offers an online mental wellbeing community for 10-25 year olds.