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  • People on a group activity to build confidence, connection and community for a blog about the benefits of doing so for their mental health.
    Mental Health Tips & Advice
    6 min read

    How Can Group Activities Help Support Mental Health Recovery? 

    So, what really helps when it comes to recovering your mental health?  With Mental Health Awareness Week shining a light on the power of community in 2025, it’s the perfect time to talk about something simple but incredibly effective -…

  • Journal for habit tracking to signify why establishing a routine matters for our mental health.
    Mental Health Tips & Advice
    6 min read

    The Power of Routine for Mental Health

    We’re almost halfway through 2025, and many of us are wondering where the time has gone. Amid the mounting pressures of daily life - be it work expectations, family responsibilities, or personal struggles - we often jump from one task…

  • Business man writing papers in relation to a lack of suitable supported accommodation for mental health hospital patients.
    Mental Health Awareness Research Knowledge Base
    5 min read

    Why Supported Living Matters for Recovery and the NHS

    A recent report by the National Housing Federation has brought renewed attention to a pressing issue in mental health care - delays in discharging patients due to a lack of suitable supported accommodation. In 2023–24 alone, over 109,000 days of…

  • A group of friends doing arts and crafts together to signify how working with our hands can relieve anxiety.
    Mental Health Tips & Advice
    7 min read

    How Working with Your Hands Can Ease Anxiety

    In today’s fast-paced world, many of us struggle with anxiety at some point in our lives.  While there are lots of ways to manage it, one simple but powerful method is getting hands-on. Whether it’s painting, gardening, baking, or building…

  • A peaceful springtime scene of fields in the sunshine, representing spring as a season of mindfulness.
    Mental Health Tips & Advice
    7 min read

    Mindful Things to Do in Spring

    “There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature—the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” - Rachel Carson   Spring is nature’s way of showing us that transformation can be both powerful and beautiful. After…

  • Saxon House
    Northern Healthcare Company News
    3 min read

    Northern Healthcare Celebrates The Opening Of Saxon House: A Move-On Supported Living Service In Bury

    Empowering Mental Health Recovery and Promoting Independence Northern Healthcare is proud to announce the official opening of Saxon House, a new move-on supported living service located at 137 The Rock, Bury, BL9 0ND. Developed in collaboration with Bury Metropolitan Borough…

  • A group workout class to highlight the fun, easy ways to get active and the importance of finding an exercise you enjoy.
    Mental Health Awareness Mental Health Tips & Advice
    8 min read

    Easy Ways to Get Active for a Healthier Life

    At Northern Healthcare, we understand that staying active looks different for everyone, and as a supported living service provider, we see firsthand how movement plays a key role in both physical and mental well-being. The people we support have their…

  • A person meditating on a beach representing mindfulness and inner peace.
    Mental Health Awareness Mental Health Tips & Advice
    9 min read

    The Power of Mindfulness in Supported Living Services

    What is Mindfulness?  The key to happiness? Brain-changing? As effective as leading anti-depressants? These conversations around mindfulness have been ongoing since the practice gained widespread recognition in the 20th century for its ability to improve mental and physical well-being. However, with…

  • A tower of Scrabble letter tiles representing the 5 Ps formulation.
    Mental Health Awareness Mental Health Tips & Advice
    8 min read

    Understanding the 5 Ps Formulation in Mental Health and Supported Living Services

    In the field of mental health and psychological assessments, the 5 Ps formulation is a widely used framework that helps professionals gain a comprehensive understanding of an individual’s mental health challenges.   At Northern Healthcare, we regularly encounter complex mental health…

  • Winners, directors and attendees of the Northern Healthcare Awards
    Events Northern Healthcare Company News
    3 min read

    Celebrating Our Shining Stars at the Northern Healthcare Awards 

    The Northern Healthcare Awards on March 5th, 2025, was a day to remember, all about celebrating the incredible contributions of our teams and the inspiring individuals we support. This year, our theme was Northern Lights - a perfect tribute to…