Welfare
In many ways, mental health is just like physical health: everybody has it and we need to take care of it. Running can play a vital part in maintaining good mental health – it acts as an important mood stabiliser.
How can we help?
Hi!
Some of you may not have met me yet (endlessly injured!) but I’m Kirsty, Arena 80’s Welfare Officer!
I hope as members of probably ‘Brighton & Hove’s friendliest club’, you may never need me. But should you ever have any concerns, whether it’s something club-related or on a personal level – I’m here to help.
And if you ever find yourself unable to run, helping out at races or training — like marshalling or volunteering — is a great way to stay involved and lift your spirits!
What is good mental health?
Good mental health means being generally able to think, feel and react in the way that you need and want to live your life. But if you go through a period of poor mental health you might find the way you’re frequently thinking, feeling or reacting become difficult, or even impossible, to cope with. This can feel just as bad as a physical illness, or even worse.
Useful Links
Safeguarding Information – https://www.uka.org.uk/governance/safeguarding_2021/
UKA Safeguarding Submission Form – https://www.uka.org.uk/submit-a-concern/
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