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  • The Almshouses | 20 West Hill, Dartford | DA1 2EP
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North Kent Mind is an independent mental health charity. We offer a wide range of services for people who experience mental health issues.
We’re expanding at North Kent Mind! New roles now We’re expanding at North Kent Mind! New roles now open. Be part of a team dedicated to supporting local mental health! To apply please visit our website: northkentmind.co.uk #northkentmind #openroles #jointheteam #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcharity
🎄 North Kent Mind Christmas Office Closures 🎄 Our 🎄 North Kent Mind Christmas Office Closures 🎄 Our offices will be closed from 26th–28th December and on 1st January 2026. Please be aware that our phone lines will also be unavailable on these dates. We understand this time of year can be difficult for many, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. We’ll be back as soon as we reopen to offer support, and we wish everyone a gentle and peaceful festive season! #christmas2025 #christmasfestivities #northkentmind #NorthKentMind #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness
Join the North Kent Mind team! We're looking for Join the North Kent Mind team! We're looking for caring, motivated people to help support our community and champion better mental health. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now at northkentmind.co.uk. #northkentmind #NewVacancies #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthcharity #mentalhealthawareness #newrole
Last Friday we held our Community Open Day, and it Last Friday we held our Community Open Day, and it was wonderful to connect with so many attendees about the local support we offer and the many ways to get involved with North Kent Mind. We were also delighted to be joined by our local MP, Jim @jim4dartford who came along to show his support. A huge thank you to Dartford Healthy Living Centre for providing the refreshments and food, and to The Orchard Theatre West for generously letting us use their venue for the event. Thank you to everyone who came along, your support means so much. We hope to host another event like this in the future! 💙 #meetyourlocalmind #communityevent #northkentmind #communityopenday #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthcharity
Giving Tuesday is a global day to come together an Giving Tuesday is a global day to come together and do something positive for our communities. At North Kent Mind, we know that small acts of kindness can make a big difference. You could volunteer your time, donate, support a campaign, or even host a local event, there are so many ways to help. Every action counts in creating a happier, healthier community. Join us this Giving Tuesday and help spread hope and support for mental health across North Kent! #GivingTuesday #NorthKentMind #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityCare
📣 Calling all runners and non-runners alike📣 Join 📣 Calling all runners and non-runners alike📣 Join us on the 22nd February 2026 for the Dartford Half Marathon and RUN FOR NORTH KENT MIND! If you’re interested in taking part and fundraising for us, send us a DM or email at: fundraising@northkentmind.co.uk
North Kent Mind is hiring! We’re looking for pass North Kent Mind is hiring! We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team and help make a real difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges. You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive environment where your work truly matters. Whether you’re experienced in mental health services or bringing transferable skills and a big heart, there’s a place for you here. If you’re ready to help raise awareness, provide support, and change lives for the better, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our life-changing team! Please visit northkentmind.co.uk to apply! #northkentmind #NewVacancies #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthcharity #mentalhealthawareness #newjob
Last week we hosted our Community Open Day, and as Last week we hosted our Community Open Day, and as Movember has come to an end we had the privilege of chatting with our local MP, Jim Dickson @jim4dartford about the impressive growth of his Movember moustache! He also shared some thoughtful tips on looking after our mental health during the festive season. ❄️☃️🎄 Here’s what he had to say! #northkentmind #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #movember #movembermoustache #communityopenday #wellbeing #charity #festiveseason
Just ONLY 2 days to go until our North Kent Mind Just ONLY 2 days to go until our North Kent Mind Community Open Day at the Orchard Theatre in Dartford! 🎉 You can drop in at any time throughout the day to meet our teams, explore what we offer, and learn more about the support available in your community. We can’t wait to welcome you! #meetyourlocalmind #CommunityOpenDay #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness
We’re looking for a CYP Project Administrator & Tr We’re looking for a CYP Project Administrator & Triage Co-ordinator to support our BRAVE therapeutic service for children and young people (5–25) in Medway. If you’re organised, confident with admin/triage, and great at communicating with families, we’d love to hear from you. Full training and supervision provided. Full-time, fixed term until March 2026. Interviews: 1 December 2025 (may close early). Questions? Email recruitment@northkentmind.co.uk or visit our website to apply: northkentmind.co.uk #joinourteam #northkentmind #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #projectadministrator #youngminds #childrenandyoungpeople
Join the Team at North Kent Mind! 🌟 We’re excited Join the Team at North Kent Mind! 🌟 We’re excited to recruit passionate Peer Support Workers for two new projects supporting mental wellbeing in our community: Men’s Peer Support Worker – deliver a weekly peer support group for men aged 17+, helping to reduce social isolation, challenge stereotypes, and create a safe space to discuss mental health. Neurodiversity Peer Support Worker – support neurodivergent individuals aged 17+ through a 12-week peer support programme, promoting empowerment, self-advocacy, and positive mental wellbeing. These roles are all about bringing your lived experience, facilitating group discussions, and helping people build confidence, skills, and connections. 📧 Interested? Apply on our northkentmind.co.uk #JoinOurTeam #peersupportworker #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #northkentmind
We’re Hiring! North Kent Mind is looking for a fu We’re Hiring! North Kent Mind is looking for a full-time Children & Young People’s Practitioner to provide wellbeing support across Medway schools. If you’re passionate about helping young people build resilience and improve emotional wellbeing, and have experience delivering guided self-help or low-intensity interventions, we’d love to hear from you! Full-time until 31st July 2026 (extension subject to funding). Interviews are provisionally 1st Dec. For details and to apply visit our website: northkentmind.co.uk #JoinOurTeam #childrenandyoungpersons #youngmindsmatter #northkentmind #mentalhealthcharity #mentalhealthawareness
This International Men’s Day, remember: you don’t This International Men’s Day, remember: you don’t have to do it alone. We offer a Men’s Group where you can talk, share, and get support in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, or just need someone to listen, our group provides understanding, connection, and practical strategies for improving mental wellbeing. Join us and meet others who understand and take steps towards feeling stronger together. Together we can break the stigma around Men's Mental Health! #Mensinternationalday #internationalmensday #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #localsupport
We’re hosting a FREE Community Open Day on Friday We’re hosting a FREE Community Open Day on Friday 28th November, 10am–4pm at the Orchard Theatre. Drop in anytime to meet the North Kent Mind team and discover how we can support you! Everyone’s welcome & we can’t wait to see you! #NorthKentMind #communityday #openday #localsupport #localcommunitysupport #CommunityWellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness
It’s Anti-Bullying Week | 10th–14th November 💙 Th It’s Anti-Bullying Week | 10th–14th November 💙 This week, North Kent Mind is standing together against bullying and encouraging everyone to #WearItBlue to show support for kindness and respect. 💪 Let’s make a visible stand against bullying, whether it’s in schools, workplaces, or online. Every small action helps create a safer, more compassionate community 💙 You can also support the fight against bullying by donating to our charity https://northkentmind.enthuse.com/donate#!/ Together, we can make a difference. 💙 #AntiBullyingWeek #WearItBlue #NorthKentMind #KindnessMatters #StopBullying #MentalHealthAwareness
🚴 Community Wellbeing Rides - Every Monday at Cycl 🚴 Community Wellbeing Rides - Every Monday at Cyclopark! @cycloparkcharity This winter, join Cyclopark, Limitless, and North Kent Mind for relaxing, feel-good evening rides on Cyclopark’s 1km floodlit circuit Ride at your own pace, connect with others & enjoy a FREE hot drink after! ☕ 🕕 6–6:30 pm Sign In 🚴 6:30–7:30 pm Ride 💚 7:30–8 pm Chat & Connect 📅 Every Monday, 17 Nov 2025 – 23 Feb 2026 (excl. 22 & 29 Dec) 💥 Free with your own bike | Hire £7 | Parking extra 🔗 Register now: https://cyclopark.com/community-wellbeing-rides/? Let’s brighten winter nights and ride for wellbeing together 💚 #northkentmind #mentalhealthawareness #community #cycling #wellbeing
As it’s #TrusteesWeek We sat down with our Chair As it’s #TrusteesWeek We sat down with our Chair of Trustees Lyndsey to ask a few questions about their role and why being a trustee matters! A huge thank you to all our trustees for the time, passion and leadership they bring to our organisation everyday! We are looking for individuals to join our board of trustees so if this is of any interest to you please visit our website to apply #northkentmind #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealth #wellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #boardoftrustees #leadership #passion #mentalhealthorganisation #localcommunity #localcommunitysupport
Celebrating Trustees’ Week 💙 This week, we’re cel Celebrating Trustees’ Week 💙 This week, we’re celebrating the people who dedicate their time, skills, and passion to guide and support North Kent Mind. Hear from Dele who is one of our trustees as he reflects on his journey so far: We'd like to give a big thank you to all our trustees who dedicate their skills and compassion to make a difference in our local community. #TrusteesWeek #NorthKentMind #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #localcommunitysupport
You’re invited! Join us on Friday 28th November, You’re invited! Join us on Friday 28th November, 10am–4pm for our FREE Community Open Day at Orchard Theatre! Pop in anytime, meet the North Kent Mind team, explore our services, and enjoy free refreshments kindly provided by Dartford Healthy Living Centre ☕ Everyone is welcome so let’s connect, chat, and celebrate community wellbeing together! #NorthKentMind #CommunityWellbeing #OpenDay #MentalHealthMatters #communityopenday #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #localcommunitysupport
Join our Board of Trustees! Are you passionate ab Join our Board of Trustees! Are you passionate about mental health and ready to make a meaningful difference? We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help guide our charity’s mission to support mental wellbeing. As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping our strategy, ensuring good governance and championing the voices of those we support. Individuals from any background are considered and our Board benefits from a diverse range of people and skills. What we’re looking for: A genuine passion for mental health and wellbeing Strategic thinking and sound judgement Willingness to collaborate and challenge constructively Clear and balanced communication A willingness to uphold our values and commit to our mission and vision Apply Now via https://northkentmind.co.uk/become-a-trustee/ #BecomeATrustee #trusteesweek #JoinOurTeam #NorthKentMind #MentalHealthAwareness #mentalhealthsupport #boardoftrustees
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  • Phone: 01322 291380
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  • Website: https://northkentmind.co.uk
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