'I thought about death daily but art saved me - now I want to give others the same lifeline' Sunday, May 24, 2026 depression art mentalhealth recovery creativity therapy birmingham pentupemotions vangogh suicideprevention Ben Poultney, a man from the Black Country, faced dark days where thoughts of death were a constant companion. His struggle with depression started with relentless panic attacks that he couldn’t understand or manage. He … Read More
Man with Asperger’s and Severe Anxiety Denied PIP Despite Needing Help with Basic Daily Tasks Saturday, May 23, 2026 pip disability asperger anxiety tribunal assessment mentalhealth benefits appeal support A man diagnosed with Asperger’s and extreme anxiety has been left devastated after being refused Personal Independence Payment (PIP) despite his inability to perform simple daily tasks without prompting. For six years, he had … Read More
Woman Forced to Quit Job After Sex Attack Near Birmingham Landmark Tuesday, May 19, 2026 sexualassault indecentexposure birmingham court sentencing victimimpact mentalhealth crime publicsafety justice A woman was forced to leave her job in Birmingham city centre after being sexually assaulted near a well-known landmark. The victim, an office worker, was sitting by the ‘Floozie in the Jacuzzi’ fountain in Victoria Square … Read More
Thousands Benefit from Wolverhampton Railway Station's Mental Health Hub in First Year Saturday, May 16, 2026 mentalhealth wolverhampton support community wellbeing railway rethink crisis outreach partnership Since its opening in May 2025, The Hub at Wolverhampton Railway Station has provided essential mental health support to thousands of vulnerable individuals. This one-year milestone marks a significant achievement in community … Read More
New lease of life for Cradley Heath’s former mission hall approved Saturday, May 16, 2026 cradleyheath missionhall supportedliving sandwellcouncil edgeviewhomes johnowenhouse adaptivereuse mentalhealth learningdisabilities housingdevelopment A neglected former mission hall in Cradley Heath is set to be transformed into supported living flats, bringing new hope to the Old Hill community. Sandwell Council has approved Edgeview Homes’ plans to convert John Owen … Read More
Inside Birmingham's First 24/7 Mental Health Centre: From Tears to Smiles Thursday, May 14, 2026 birmingham mentalhealth care community support accessibility recovery nhs wellbeing innovation Birmingham’s inaugural Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre (NMHC) is transforming access to mental health care by providing continuous, compassionate support for adults in Small Heath, Heartlands, and Bordesley Green. … Read More