Henry: Poetry, Mental Health and Home
Henry: Poetry, Mental Health and Home Henry is a resident of our Carntyne Supported Accommodation Service, where he has lived for twelve years. Writing songs and poetry have become a creative outlet for Henry and we’re delighted to share his work below. About me I am sixty-three years old and have been staying with Penumbra
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Georgia: compassion, connection and the power of being heard When I first reached out to Penumbra, I was in a place I can only describe as lost. I had been directed to the South Angus Mental Health Peer Service through the Angus Mental Health Hub at a time when I didn’t know who to talk
... continue reading.Taking Action This Mental Health Awareness Week
Taking Action This Mental Health Awareness Week Today marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, led by Mental Health Foundation, one of our key partners in Scotland. The theme this year is taking action for mental health. At Penumbra Mental Health, we pride ourselves in taking action every day for the people we support
... continue reading.How we’re helping to support people who self-harm in Scotland
How we’re helping to support people who self-harm in Scotland The Scottish Government and COSLA have published a mid-term report on Scotland’s Self-Harm Strategy and Action Plan, showing progress made during the first 18 months of delivery. Penumbra’s Self-Harm Network Scotland (SHNS) has been a key delivery partner since the strategy launched in November 2023,
... continue reading.Cara’s journey
Cara reflects on her journey with Penumbra Mental Health I have always had temperamental mental health, that has led to me having support for most of my life to manage my wellbeing. I have many mental health diagnoses – many which work against each other. This can make life difficult and unfortunately leads to chaotic
... continue reading.30,525 Moments of Support: A Milestone for Distress Brief Intervention
30,525 Moments of Support: A Milestone for Distress Brief Intervention At Penumbra Mental Health, we believe no one should face distress alone. That’s why we’re proud to share an important milestone: since we began delivering Distress Brief Intervention (DBI) services in 2017, we’ve now supported 30,525 referrals across Scotland. Behind every one of those numbers
... continue reading.Liz: Why I Volunteer
Liz: Why I Volunteer When I retired last year, I had no idea what I would do with my time. For 50 years, I had either been studying or working in a variety of full-time jobs. Since the age of 13, I have also been involved in voluntary work, initially as part of completing my
... continue reading.Colette’s Poetry: Balance & Release
We are pleased to share two poems by Colette, a supporter of Penumbra Mental Health. In 2023, Colette discovered the joy of creative writing. She hopes that her work will encourage and inspire people on their mental health journey. BALANCE It is not good to be busy but also not good to have all day
... continue reading.Survivor, Supporter, Advocate: Jen’s Journey
Survivor, Supporter, Advocate: Jen’s Journey I began working for Penumbra as a Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Worker in November 2024, later becoming a Peer Support Worker for the Fife service. My mental health journey, like so many others, has been a long and arduous road to recovery. Following domestic abuse, I fled my home
... continue reading.Strength in Connection: A Path to Wellbeing
Strength in Connection: A Path to Wellbeing Sophie recently moved back into her own flat after spending several years in a supported living service run in partnership with Penumbra, providing peer support. Her story is a powerful testament to the impact of peer work and person-centred support in recovery and wellbeing. Grateful for the care
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