This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on one of the most powerful tools for improving our mental health: community.
Feeling connected, supported and understood can make all the difference to our wellbeing and at Navigo, community is a part of who we are. Whether you’re a service user, community member, carer or staff member, you have a say in the decisions we make and your voice matters.
We also recognise the effect that community can have on someone feeling safe, giving us a sense of belonging and purpose, and providing support when times get hard.
Simon Beeton, Navigo Chief Executive said: “Mental Health Awareness Week is a powerful reminder that none of us are alone, but also that real change can happen when we come together.
“We believe services should be shaped by the people using them. That’s why our community isn’t just something we support, but the very foundations of what Navigo is.
“We should celebrate the strength of our community and continue to put collaboration and compassion at the centre of everything we do to make sure everyone feels heard, valued and supported.”
What we're up to for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Throughout this week, we’ll be out and about in the community to promote what we do, and encourage people to take positive steps towards maintaining their wellbeing. Here’s what’s happening during the week:
Monday 12 May 2025: Mental Health Awareness Week launch event at Centre4 from 10am
Hear from the Navigo co-production team and two community members about how Navigo involves people with lived experience in our work.
Tuesday 13 May 2025: NEL Health and Care Partnership Wellbeing Walk at Washdyke Car Park in Immingham from 1pm
Join Ruth (Co-Production and Engagement Manager), and Richard (Community Representative) for a wellbeing walk.
Wednesday 14 May 2025: Community Hub ideas drop-in at Navigo House café from 10.30am
Share your thoughts and ideas on the Navigo Project of the Year winning project, the ‘Community Hub’.
Wednesday 14 May 2025: Reps drop-in at Navigo House café from 1.45pm
Come along to meet with our reps, give feedback, or just have a chat over refreshments.
Friday 16 May 2025: Grimsby Treasure Hunt starting at Navigo House café from 10am
A fun walk around the town (lasting approximately one hour) with participation prizes for everyone who takes part.
Saturday 17 May 2025: Parkrun at Cleethorpes Country Park from 8.30am
We’ll be available before and after the run to meet people and share information about Navigo.
For more information on the above and many more activities, head over to our events calendar.
Mental Health Awareness Week is organised by the Mental Health Foundation – a UK charity focused on preventing poor mental health and building and protecting good mental health.
Looking for mental health support?
Our mental health crisis services are currently in extremely high demand. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, it’s important to get the right support as quickly as possible.
Call us first. Our crisis support team is available 24/7 at (01472) 256256 (option 3). Or you can call NHS 111. Reaching out by phone first helps us provide the fastest and most effective support to meet your needs.
If you believe you are in a mental health crisis and in need of immediate help, support is available at Harrison House on Peaks Lane in Grimsby. If you’re in immediate physical danger or have a medical emergency, call 999 now.
You can also text ORANGE to 85258 to start an anonymous SMS conversation. This is also a 24/7 service. Please note: Shout run and staff this service, and not the Navigo crisis team.
If you live in North East Lincolnshire and are at least 16 years old, you can also access NHS North East Lincs Talking Therapies. Your GP can refer you or you can self-refer online.