Student Support over Christmas
It's not always "the most wonderful time of the year". In a time full of festive joy, Christmas can be a difficult time for those dealing with mental health problems. In order to help and support those in need, we've compiled a useful list of articles and health services that can help over the Christmas holidays.
If you need an anonymous space to share what you’re going through, members of the Big White Wall community can help. Log onto www.bigwhitewall.co.uk (free to all Weston College learners) to share your story in a safe space.
Heads Together - Tips on looking after your mental health this Christmas
This article gives useful tips on looking after your mental health this Christmas, including ways to cope with anxiety, loneliness and bereavement.
Time to Change - How to support someone with a mental health problem this Christmas
If you know someone struggling with mental health, they may need a little extra support over the Christmas period. Read this article for some useful advice on how to support those in need.
YoungMinds - Christmas Tips from our Activists
"It's okay not to feel festive" - This article includes 5 simple but effective tips for looking after yourself over Christmas.
Online for support to all young people throughout the Christmas and New Year period.
Counselling Opening Hours:
Mon 23rd Dec: 12 - 10pm
Tue 24th Dec: 12 - 8pm
Wed 25th Dec: 4 - 8pm
Thurs 26th Dec: 4 - 8pm
Fri 27th Dec: 12 - 10pm
Sat 28th Dec:6 - 10pm
Sun 29th Dec: 6 - 10pm
Mon 30th Dec: 12 - 10pm
Tues 31st Dec: 12 - 8pm
Weds 1st Jan: 4 - 8pm
Thurs 2nd Jan: 12 - 10pm
Weston College Welfare Support
The College is fully closed from Tuesday 24th December and re-opens for staff on Monday 6th January 2020.
