Earlier this week, several senior members of staff from Fleetwood Town and the Community Trust completed a half-day Mental Health First Aid course, which was delivered by the EFL, so they are better equipped to help battle mental health issues.
The Club are committed to supporting members of the Cod Army, and the wider community across the Fylde Coast, as mental health plays a pivotal role in the lives of many across the world, whether that be personally or with those closest to us.
It is commonly known that 1-in-4 people struggle with their mental health, whereas of 77% of men have suffered with negative signs and symptoms of their own mental wellbeing.
Our charitable arm, Fleetwood Town Community Trust provides a range of health provisions, such as “Talking Men” encouraging men to come together to openly talk about their struggles, offering comfort and stability each week.
For further information please click HERE. If you are struggling and need somebody to talk to you, you can also access a range of professional services:
- Papyrus HOPELINEUK - If you're under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings or concerned about a young person who might be struggling, you can call Papyrus HOPELINEUK on 0800 068 4141 (24 hours, 7 days a week), email pat@papyrus-uk.org or text 07786 209 697.
- Samaritans - To talk about anything that is upsetting you, you can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 (free from any phone), email jo@samaritans.org or visit some branches in person.
- National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - Offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 (6pm to midnight every day).