On Thursday 9th May, Luton Town Community Trust were delighted to host a Mental Health Workshop in Collaboration with CHUMS.
The workshop was open to the sixth form students at Queen Elizabeth High School as a part of the Premier League's Inside Matters Campaign. This initiative aims to encourage football fans to check in on each other and kick off a conversation on mental health.
During the workshop, CHUMS, who are a local mental health and emotional wellbeing service, emphasised the importance of self-care and how to access the appropriate tools and services to help combat any concerns the students may have.
The students were also lucky enough to have a surprise appearance from Luton Town's James Shea, who shared insights into how football has aided his own mental health journey. James also took part in a Q&A where students could ask questions and seek advice on challenges they may have.
Annette Cooper, Service Manager for CHUMS, said: "I's important to get young people talking about mental health so they become comfortable being open and honest about how they feel and about any difficulties they are facing. Not talking about it can often add to the problems, making people feel alone and creating a sense of stigma around having struggles. By having conversations about mental health, you can make others aware of how you are genuinely and what you need, which gives people a chance to support you appropriately."
If you're struggling with your mental health, please visit www.chums.uk.com or call 01525 863924 for support and guidance.
CHARITY GOLF DAY IN SUPPORT OF LUTON TOWN FC COMMUNITY TRUST
Barth Consulting are set to host a charity golf day at South Beds Golf Club on Friday 14th June. All proceeds raised from the day will be donated to us here at Luton Town FC Community Trust and be used to support the work we do.
Registration is from 11.30am with bacon rolls available upon arrival. The golf itself begins at 1pm with a shotgun start. The day will be capped off with a meal following the golf, as well as a raffle and charity auction with a host of great items on offer. Entry is open to all, so round up your friends, family and colleagues, or register as an individual and we’ll find a group for you.
Louise Barth, Director of Barth Consulting and organiser of the event, said: “I’m really looking forward to hosting the golf day on Friday 14th June. It’s shaping up to be a great, fun day, with friends, family, and colleagues on a fabulous course right here in Luton. And all this whilst, supporting a very worthy charity that does so much amazing work with young people across Bedfordshire.”
A fourball can be reserved for £350, including all of the catering and events throughout the day as described above. Individual places are £90. There are also sponsorship packages available.
For further information please contact [email protected] or if you are ready to book, please complete the online booking form available through www.lutontowncommunity.co.uk.
