Chelmsford City County re-launches With You in Mind, a mental health activity project

With You in Mind is a social, inclusive wellbeing hub for Chelmsford, based at the council’s Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre, Salerno Way, CM1 2EH

The project offers inclusive activity sessions for people who want to improve their confidence, wellbeing and mental health. A team of Activity Coordinators and Mental Health First Aiders will support you at each session.

Activity Co-ordinators and Mental Health First Aiders at the centre will be on hand delivering a variety of activities including; badminton, table tennis, group exercise classes, led walks, relaxation sessions, an area for board games, mindful colouring and workshops.

You can also suggest other activities you would like us to include in the programme. We want you to feel part of a group and be social with people who will be supportive and empathise with your needs and support you to build your confidence.

Sessions are available 2pm to 4pm, every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from Wednesday 14 October (there will be no session on Wednesday 28 October). Your first session is free, thereafter £3 per person for a two-hour session.

Pre-booking is a must and for more information on the project itself and how to book please visit the website

The With You in Mind project also includes a 1 to 1 hub, an area to speak openly to the support team who can help with signposting you to services. The team will be on hand before and after sessions to speak confidentially over day to day worries you may have. The team provide a supportive network to make you feel at ease and enable you to explore a variety of coping strategies.

You can also speak to the Wellbeing Team on 01245 606569 or email: withyouinmind@chelmsford.gov.uk