Donate to Mental Health Support in Patchway

Feeling like you want to make a real difference? Giving to mental‑health programs right here in Patchway is a simple way to lift lives. The Holy Family Catholic Church sees daily how anxiety, depression, and isolation affect its members, especially young families. A small gift can fund counselling, outreach events, and safe spaces where people can talk without judgment.

Why Your Donation Matters

Every pound you give goes straight to services that the church runs or partners with. Those services include one‑on‑one pastoral counselling, group therapy sessions, and workshops on stress‑management for teens. When the community knows help is available, people are less likely to suffer in silence and more likely to seek early support. Research from local health boards shows that community‑based mental‑health projects cut emergency admissions by up to 30 %. That means your money not only helps individuals but also eases pressure on the NHS.

Beyond the numbers, donations create a ripple effect. A youth group that receives funding can host a “Mind‑Matters” night, inviting a psychologist to speak and answer questions. Parents who attend come away with tools to recognise warning signs at home. This knowledge spreads, creating a culture where mental health is talked about openly—not hidden behind stigma.

Easy Ways to Give

You don’t need to become a millionaire to support the cause. The church offers several low‑effort options:

Online Giving: Use the secure link on our website to set up a one‑off or monthly pledge.
Fundraising Events: Join our bake‑sale, charity run, or concert nights—profits go straight to mental‑health programs.
Direct Bank Transfer: Send a contribution to the church’s charitable account; include “Mental Health” in the reference.
In‑Kind Support: Donate supplies like notebooks, art materials, or refreshments for group sessions.

Whichever route you pick, you’ll get a receipt for tax‑relief purposes. The parish office can also set you up for a recurring donation, so you never have to remember each month.

Feeling unsure about where your money goes? Ask for the latest impact report—our annual booklet shows how past donations funded 15 counselling slots and 3 community workshops. Seeing the numbers helps you feel confident that your contribution is making a difference.

Remember, mental‑health support isn’t a one‑time fix. Ongoing funding keeps counsellors trained, spaces welcoming, and programs expanding. If you can spare just £5 a month, that adds up to £60 a year—enough to buy a set of mindfulness workbooks for a school class.

Ready to take the next step? Talk to the parish secretary after Mass, drop an email, or click the “Donate Now” button on our homepage. Your generosity can turn silence into conversation, fear into hope, and loneliness into community.

Together, we can build a Patchway where mental health is cared for the same way we care for physical health—every day, for everyone.

Gareth Sheffield

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