Can we cope with Corona?

I am listening to the Chancellor’s response to the Corona Virus, Corvid 19. I won’t pass judgement as yet as it will take me a while to process and understandContinue reading “Can we cope with Corona?”

RIP Mike Oliver – pioneer of social model of disability

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/world/2019/03/mike-oliver-pioneer-of-revolutionary-social-model-of-disability-dies-reports.html When I was in the market to buy a house, many moons ago when that was a vague possibility before it all went awry – one of the propertiesContinue reading “RIP Mike Oliver – pioneer of social model of disability”

Recovery

When I deliver training – be it Mental Health awareness, or Mental Health First Aid courses, I bring my own experiences into the classroom. I don’t have to. The courseContinue reading “Recovery”

Adventures of a free range trainer. Month 1.

My first month of freelancery is done. Some progress made – a two day course in Halifax, an awareness session in Bradford, delivering for a Trade Union, and an arrangementContinue reading “Adventures of a free range trainer. Month 1.”

Help for Line Managers

MHFA England have released an updated version of the Line Manager’s resource, originally developed by Shift – the Department of Health‘s campaign against stigma and discrimination relating to mental illContinue reading “Help for Line Managers”