Council encouraging people to reconnect on Brew Monday and help combat mental health issues
Brew Monday is about taking some time out of your day to stop and give yourself some time and engage in meaningful conversation with friends, family or maybe even your neighbour.
Adam Gibson, public health lead for mental health and suicide prevention at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “During this time of year, it’s likely that the cold weather and dark nights can really play havoc on your mental health.
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Hide Ad“Not getting as much vitamin D from sunlight or being unable to spend time outdoors can really affect your mood.
“Supporting one another with a simple phone call, video call or getting together safely (Covid permitting) to have a cuppa and a biscuit can give your day more meaning and can really boost morale.”
If you are struggling with your mental health or feel lonely or isolated, visit https://eastridinghealthandwellbeing.co.uk/healthy-minds/ for further support and access into a service which suits you best.
Click here for more details.