Author: Ellis Owen

  • Winners, directors and attendees of the Northern Healthcare Awards

    Events, Northern Healthcare Company News

    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…

  • Adult looking at the ocean on a cliff in a moody setting, with a shadow version of themself sat beside them representing loneliness.

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    Loneliness in Supported Living: How Do We Combat Social Isolation?

    Loneliness is a universal human experience. In fact, when the Office for National Statistics (ONS) conducted a survey in December 2024 to January 2025, 7.7% of UK adults felt lonely often or always – that’s 1 in 13 adults.  However,…

  • Exterior wall with graffiti saying "I feel" encouraging us to think about our feelings and emotional health.

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice, Northern Healthcare Company News

    Understanding Emotional Health: What It Is and Why It Matters 

    As a supported living service, we understand the vital role emotional health plays in overall well-being. Every day, we pride ourselves on recognising and processing our own emotions while supporting those we care for on their personal journeys. Emotional health…

  • Man listening to music whilst walking down the street to make him happy, and boost his mental health and well-being.

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    How Music Can Be a Powerful Tool for Mental Health

    In a world where stress, anxiety and depression are increasingly prevalent, many people are turning to creative methods to improve their mental health, and one of the most popular tools is something we engage with daily: music. Whether it’s a…

  • A heart-shaped paper chain to promote learning to love yourself this Valentine's Day

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    5 Ways To Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day 

    Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic love, but it’s also the perfect time to reflect on the most important relationship you’ll ever have – the one with yourself!  A 2024 consumer report by Storyly found “A significant shift in…

  • A mother caring for, and watching over, her young child as they explore a modern garden, highlighting the mental health of parents today.

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    How to Care for Your Mental Health as a Parent

    Parenting is a rewarding yet demanding role, and when you are also a caregiver for a child with a mental health diagnosis or a learning disability such as autism, those demands can feel even greater. As of 2024, approximately 329,000…

  • A sign post at sunset to help someone with making decisions

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    Mental Capacity: What Does It Mean? 

    At Northern Healthcare we understand the importance of empowering those we support to maintain their independence and make informed decisions about their lives. A key aspect of our supported living service provision is equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge…

  • Mental health nurses speaking to each other and laughing

    Careers

    Mental Health Nursing in Supported Living: Roles & Responsibilities

    Mental health nursing is a vital component of the UK’s healthcare system, focusing on supporting individuals with mental health conditions to achieve optimal well-being and independence. Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) play a key role in various settings, including supported…

  • Woman with asthma using an inhaler to aid her long-term health condition.

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    Long-Term Physical Conditions & Mental Health

    Long-term physical health conditions affect millions of people worldwide, presenting challenges that often extend beyond physical health. While much attention is often paid to managing the physical symptoms of these conditions, the profound impact they can have on mental health…

  • Woman building her self-esteem, laughing and covering the camera with her hand

    Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Tips & Advice

    Why Self-Esteem Matters: What It Means and How to Improve It

    “75% of UK adults said they had struggled at some point with a mental health related issue including low self-esteem.”  This worrying insight makes us question our place on the self-esteem scale. Do we believe we deserve happiness, success and…

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