Bracknell

Help will be on hand in Bracknell Forest for anyone wanting more information on how to cope with mental illness on World Mental Health Day.

East Berkshire Mind will be hosting an information event at Bracknell Sports and Leisure Centre on Friday, October 13 to mark the day and provide a wealth of support and advice.

The Mayor of Bracknell Forest, Cllr Clifton Thompson, will be in attendance while members of Bracknell Forest Borough Council's social services team will be available to offer information and support throughout the event.

The theme of this year's event is suicide prevention, recently highlighted by entertainer Stephen Fry's experiences.

Cllr Thompson, said: "Mental health is a very important issue and I'm pleased to see that the residents of Bracknell Forest are being given the opportunity to reach out and get help if they feel they need it.

"East Berkshire Mind provides a valuable service to people living in Bracknell Forest and this event will provide information, advice and support to those who need help."

East Berkshire Mind's Mental Health Promotions Team and members of the New Horizons group will be available to offer advice while mental health-care professionals and information officers from Samaritans, Youth line, Step Forward, social services and PACT will also be on hand.

Members of New Horizons will also be putting on a display of their recent work while aromatherapy, arts and craft and knitting sessions will also be on offer.

The event starts at 9.30am at Bracknell Sports and Leisure Centre in Bagshot Road.

Bracknell Forest Borough Council