Myth: “You have to be mentally ill to think about suicide.” Reality: suicidal thoughts can affect anyone, not only people with a diagnosed mental health condition. Check in. Listen without judgement. Help them find support. @samaritans.bsky.social: 116 123, 24/7. #WSPM2026

Join our next Social Prescribing Stroll in Stamford Bridge. Wed 30 Sept Meet 2pm, setting off 2.10pm Outside MyHealth Surgery Enjoy a relaxed stroll, meet others, discover local services and learn about social prescribing. No need to book - just come along!

Around 1 in 15 adults aged 16–74 reported suicidal thoughts in the past year. @samaritans.bsky.social 116 123, 24/7 Seeking support early can help prevent problems from becoming more serious. Looking after our everyday wellbeing can also play a part in early intervention and prevention #WSPM2026

Free Bike Register event in York Protect your bike with free security marking and registration on the national BikeRegister database. Saturday 19 September, 10am–12pm Parliament Street, York Officers will also offer cycle security and crime prevention advice.

Want to build your charity’s confidence using AI? Charity Excellence offers 11 free online AI courses, plus resources on governance, data protection, cyber security, fundraising and responsible AI. There’s also an AI readiness assessment. Find out more: https://ow.ly/Rw6S50ZNlFb

What should adult social care look like in the future? The Big Conversation on Care is inviting people across England to share their experiences and views to help inform the Casey Commission’s recommendations for reform. Everyone can take part. Have your say: https://ow.ly/uZpN50ZNl3f

Myth: “You can’t ask someone if they’re suicidal.” Reality: asking about suicide will not put the idea in someone’s head. Asking directly can give them an opportunity to talk. Listen, take them seriously and help them find support. @samaritans.bsky.social 116 123, 24/7.

Did you know? 1 in 4 people have suicidal thoughts at some point in their life, 1 in 10 self-harm and 1 in 13 attempt to take their own life. Open conversations and clear support matter. @samaritans.bsky.social 116 123, 24/7 and free #ChangeTheConversation #WSPD2026 #WorldSuicidePreventionMonth

Five York VCSE organisations have received a share of £5,000 through our Small Grants Fund for Neurodivergent Community Projects. The projects will create new opportunities for connection, confidence, wellbeing and peer support. Read more: https://ow.ly/MLGi50ZLTkM

Suicide prevention is about moving away from silence, stigma and misunderstanding and towards openness, compassion and support. For Jack Woodhams, one simple message captures what we can all do: See it. Say it. Signpost it. https://ow.ly/jlcY50ZKjcz

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we’re sharing an important message from @samaritans.bsky.social: if you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care. 💚 To find out how, visit samaritans.org/WSPD #WSPD2026

World Suicide Prevention Day

Every year, on 10 September, organisations around the world get together to raise awareness about suicide prevention.

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Today Jack Woodhams is delivering a suicide prevention workshop to @cityofyorkcouncil.bsky.social colleagues. His message is simple: See it. Say it. Signpost it. Notice, start a conversation and help someone find support. Samaritans 116 123, 24/7. Blog: https://ow.ly/Nc1t50ZJo1U

Want to create a healthier, more inclusive workplace? Thrive at Work is a fully funded programme for managers and leaders across York & North Yorkshire, covering wellbeing, mental health, neurodiversity and inclusion. York cohort starts 9 Sept. Find out more: https://ow.ly/n61q50ZKjWQ

September is World Suicide Prevention Month. We’ll be sharing information to challenge myths, encourage conversations and help people find trusted support. @samaritans.bsky.social are available 24/7 on 116 123 (free)

It’s International Day of Charity! A huge thank you to York’s incredible VCSE organisations, volunteers, staff and community champions. Every day, you provide vital support, create opportunities, tackle inequalities and help people thrive. Your time, skills and dedication make a real difference.

Healthwatch York’s Annual Meeting takes place 1–3pm on 22 Sept at The Priory Street Centre. Hear about their work, the future of Healthwatch and the Health Bill, and celebrate health & care services in York. Book your place: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HWYannmtg/

Free CPD training for health & social care practitioners. Heating for Health helps you identify people at risk from cold homes, ask about keeping warm and well, and understand support and referral routes. Online sessions Sept–Oct. Free across Yorkshire, the NE & Cumbria. https://ow.ly/5VWt50ZHCiv

Heating for Health - CPD training for health & social care practitioners

CPD-certified training to equip you to identify and help households whose homes may be too cold for their health and well-being.

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Closing date: 19 September Social Prescribing Manager (Development and Proactive) £20,617 | 22.5 hours | York Are you an experienced & supportive manager who is passionate about developing people, improving services and reducing health inequalities? Apply here - bit.ly/join-our-tea...

Offload is returning to York this September. The free six-week mental fitness programme for men aged 18+ starts 9 September, running Wednesdays, 6–7pm at the LNER Community Stadium. Free but limited places. https://www.yorkrlfc.com/post/offload-returns-with-new-autumn-programme-dates-confirmed

Offload Returns with New Autumn Programme Dates Confirmed

York RLFC Foundation is delighted to announce two new six-week Offload Programmes, the acclaimed mental fitness programme for men.Following on from the success of the first round of sessions, the new blocks will take place at the LNER Community Stadium this autumn and winter.Offload is designed for participants to progress through the programme together, exploring a different mental fitness theme each week while building trust, confidence and support within the group.Delivered in partnership wit

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Have you recently been an inpatient or outpatient at York, Malton, Scarborough, Selby or Bridlington Hospital? Share your experience in Healthwatch York's short, anonymous survey. Your feedback could help improve services. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/385CJT/

Paying for your own care? Care Confidence is a free website helping you explore adult social care options and plan your next steps. Find information on care at home, moving, care homes and paying for care. cyc.careconfidence.org.uk

Could you help shape the future of health and wellbeing in York? Join a new Community Panel to help shape what Neighbourhood Health could look like. No experience needed – just your experience of living in York. Apply by 7 Sept: ben.hutchinson@yorkcvs.org.uk

There’s so much brilliant work happening across York’s voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector - and we’d love to help share it. If your organisation has something to celebrate, an update to share, tell us about it here: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/share-your-story/

Join the York CVS Social Prescribing Team for a stroll around Tang Hall on Wednesday 16 September. Meet 12.30pm at Tang Hall Community Centre, YO31 0UG. Set off 12.40pm. Explore the area, discover local services and socialise. No booking needed.

Spinning Plates is a friendly peer support group in York for disabled people and family carers who use Direct Payments for social care support. The group also welcomes people considering Direct Payments. Members share advice through Facebook, email and monthly meet-ups at York Central Library.

ABCs of Community Assets: a fully funded learning opportunity for up to 10 early-stage community groups working towards owning a specific community asset. The programme runs Nov 2026–May 2027. Deadline: 5 Sept at midday. https://ow.ly/qSB850ZEJlR

Rise2Thrive Trailblazer support is available through Kyra Women’s Project, offering women one-to-one employability mentoring towards employment, volunteering or education. Support includes CVs, interviews, training, confidence and wellbeing. ruby@kyra.org.uk | 01904 632332

We're recruiting: Social Prescribing Manager We are looking for an experienced manager to lead our Proactive Social Prescribing Service and support workforce development. 22.5 hrs/week | £33,904.64 pro rata Closing date: 4 Sept https://ow.ly/oWHG50ZAuRu

Could your organisation offer a cool, welcoming space during hot weather? York's Shaping Neighbourhoods is creating a list of local spaces where people can take a break from the heat. To be included, email shapingneighbourhoods@york.gov.uk with your venue details and what you can offer.

Funding deadline approaching Up to £20,000 is available for creative and cultural projects for young people aged 11–18 in disadvantaged areas across York and North Yorkshire. Applications close 2pm, Monday 24 August – so there’s not long left. Apply here: https://www.culturalpassportyork.co.uk/