Nicole’s journey

I’ve embraced the love and support of my family, friends, and the mental health services, which has kept me going forward in my journey of recovery.

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Dani’s story

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Cha’s duathlon challenge

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Rachel’s toolkit to a healthy life

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Challenging myths around self-harm

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Heather’s Story

Heather’s story I began my Penumbra journey five years ago as a HR Assistant, it is the best place I have ever worked, and it

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Catherine’s story

Catherine’s trip to Glasgow As most of my support workers know as well as Colin (Senior Service Manager with Penumbra) I have terminal cancer and

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Ronan’s blog

Marking 15 years of the Edinburgh Crisis Centre On Monday 5th December I eagerly made my way to the Edinburgh Crisis Centre’s 15th Anniversary event,

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Connor’s story

Connor’s story I am a Mental Health and Wellbeing Peer Practitioner, which means that I basically help people with their mental health when they struggle

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Ashley’s London Marathon fundraiser

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