World Mental Health Day 2023

October 11, 2023

Yesterday, Tuesday 10th October was World Mental Health Day and this years theme was ‘Mental health is a universal human right’. World Mental Health Day raises awareness and drives positive change for everyone’s mental health.

Here at YPAS we are committed to improving young people’s, children’s and families wellbeing and mental health across Merseyside.

What did YPAS get up to for World Mental Health Day?

Yesterday, we held Tea & Talk sessions for young people, children and families which included a variety of activities:

• A ‘wall of self-care ideas’
• Self-care journals
• Mindful artwork
• Stress balls
• Encouraging conversations around mental health

Some of our staff, also, come into work wearing yellow for #HelloYellow day, to stand out and show up for young people’s mental health.

Amazing, thank you for the information and support. It's a scary world being a parent to a child with ASD but now I feel there is light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Such a lovely, friendly team. Thank you.
Parent/Carer

I worked with Emily. I enjoyed talking about what's going on in my life whilst it is being fun, it's never 'there's something wrong', it's always 'how do we help you' which I like. Emily is amazing, she's helped me so much and she's just a lovely person!!!
Young Person Aged 15

YPAS was the first organisation that took me in and also the quickest, Sonia helped me get through a very difficult stage in my life and has bettered me as a person. I feel better equipped to deal with situations in life and my mental health has improved overall because of it.
Young Person Aged 20

My son has loved coming to sessions each week with Lisa. He has calmed down a lot. This has been a fantastic service with people who genuinely care. Thank you, Lisa!
Parent/Carer

I felt progression and I found my strength and resilience through the sessions. I am proud of myself for staying strong and showing my commitment through the past months of my sessions. I also gained a handful of coping strategies and I maintained my balance by controlling my worries.
Young Person Aged 18