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Update on the Welfare Reform Bill – What It Means for People with Mental Illness

07 Jul, 2025by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance, Mental health

Worried about how the Welfare Reform Bill could affect people with mental illness? You're not alone — but there’s been a major shift. After strong campaigning, the government has backed down on some of its most worrying plans. There's still a long way to go, and while uncertainty remains, there are signs of hope and growing pressure for fairer reforms.

The Looking Forward Project

04 Apr, 2025by Julie GibsonChildren and young people, Mental health

Are you a 16-25 year old young woman (or someone who supports a young woman) and not in education, employment or training? Then you can get involved in a new public health programme aimed at developing a new approach to supporting young woman.

Mental Health Awareness Week

09 May, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, Mental health

Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13th to the 19th May, with the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health.

Talking About Cancer Together

17 May, 2023by Clare FianderHealth and social care, Mental health

Kate Doe, CAN’s new Talking About Cancer Together Project Officer, will be connecting with a wide range of voluntary organisations, community groups and other stakeholders across Norfolk to increase confidence in talking about cancer and awareness of the wide range of support available.   

Overcoming Life's Challenges

04 Apr, 2023by Julie GibsonMental health, Reports & Evidence

For most of us wellbeing is about feeling good about ourselves, getting the most out of our lives and feeling connected to other people. 

For many, this does not come without its challenges and for some, there are hurdles to overcome. As a whole, we are survivors. We somehow manage to prosper in spite of opposition, hardship, and setbacks but for those who need help, there is a network of people who can lead you on your path to recovery.

Mental Health and Wellbeing

13 Feb, 2023by Julie GibsonMental health

For many of us wellbeing is about feeling good about ourselves, getting the most out of our lives and feeling connected to other people.

Sadly, the pressure we put on ourselves to achieve this can often result in us feeling unable to cope when things get tough and as a result, our physical health can also suffer.

Feeling lonely - you are not alone, the extent of Social Isolation in Norfolk

20 Jan, 2023by Julie GibsonCase Study, Mental health

The effects of social isolation and loneliness can be bad for your health.

Loneliness Week 2022

16 Jun, 2022by Emily RobertsonMental health

Monday 13th June - Friday 17th June is National Loneliness Week as organised by The Marmalade Trust.

CANConnect - Combating social isolation and loneliness in Breckland and North Norfolk

03 Aug, 2021by Steve NunnBreckland, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Press Release, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering

CAN is working in partnership with Future Projects in combating social isolation in the Breckland and North Norfolk districts of the county.  We'd be grateful if those reading this and living or working in Breckland or North Norfolk could share this information - especially to anyone you know who may be interested in volunteering. Thank you.

Mental health Awareness and wellbeing in the VCSE workplace

12 May, 2021by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Mental health

It’s Mental health Awareness Week this week, 10th – 16th May, which is a good time to reflect on the importance of wellbeing in the workplace. 

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