Time To Talk 2024

Time To Talk Day is coming up on the 1st February. The day is dedicated to opening up conversations around mental health and well-being. There are events coming up in College on 1st February, as well as throughout the month.

The Students' Union Officers are wanting to support students by reminding you that if you need someone to talk to, then College have options and services to support students, and to make sure you know that you are not alone. They will be popping into tutorials, and sending out messages to remind students of the support that is in place, both inside and outside of College.

There are plenty of other bits going on for Time To Talk, including some drop in craft activities on 1st February at City (in Upper Student Central 10am-12pm) and Hillsborough (in room A019 1-3pm). These are open to all students, so drop in and take a moment to relax. See you there!

For more information about the support services available to you, either speak to your Personal Tutor or look below...

Support within College:

· Student Assistance Programme – The Sheffield College has initiated a 24/7 helpline for students in partnership with an external organisation. The helpline can offer advice on financial/housing concerns, mental health difficulties, exam pressures etc. You can call them at any time on: 0800 028 3766 or download the Health Assured App using the unique code: MHA208186.

· You can speak to your Student Mentor or Personal Tutor in College who will support you to source the most appropriate form of support.

· You can also speak directly to the Safeguarding Team. Contact us via email: safeguarding@sheffcol.ac.uk or speak to your Student Mentor/Personal Tutor about arranging an face-to-face appointment.

· We offer a range of enrichment opportunities here at The Sheffield College. Getting involved in extra-curricular activities is helpful for mental health and particularly anxiety. It can help to improve social interactions, positive mindset etc. Speak to your Personal Tutor or email studentsunion@sheffcol.ac.uk about the enrichment offer if you are interested.

You can support from a range of agencies, as listed below:

· Speak to your GP or another healthcare professional. Remember: in an emergency, call 999

· Talk to someone you trust

· Talk to Samaritans – offers emotional support 24 hours a day – 116 123 (Free helpline)

· Shout Crisis Text Line – For support in a crisis, text SHOUT to 85258 – can support with issues such as: suicide, self-harm, bullying, relationship challenges.

· Anxiety UK – established in 1970, Anxiety UK is run by and for those with anxiety, they offer a range of extensive support services designed to help those suffering with anxiety and anxiety-based depression. Call: 03444 775 774 (9:30am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday).

· Rethink Mental Illness – For practical advice on therapy, medication, financial advice, prison/courts and your rights under the Mental Health Act, call: 0300 5000 927 Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm

· MIND – Mind offer a range of support services in relation to Mental Health and also have self-help resources on their website. You can call the Mind helpline on 0300 123 3393 or if you need legal advice, call 0300 466 6463

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