Around 10 million of us are drinking alcohol in ways that can harm our health and wellbeing, with symptoms like anxiety and depression worsening over time. It’s time for us, and the places we work, to feel healthier, more productive and happier.

Today we're sharing our latest trauma-informed article 'See the patient, hear their story' 💛 . Becky discusses the importance of hearing service user's trauma to provide them with the most suitable path for their journey. Read the article here➡️

Whether it's stress or pressure to drink at team socials, there are many ways work and alcohol are linked. This #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, @AlcoholChangeUK are opening the conversation about the relationship between alcohol and work. Find out more:

"Don’t let the past steal your present"⏰

This #FeedbackFriday, we're sharing an insight into Paul's story - a previous service user from HMP Oakwood 🧡 . 💬 "If you wish to truly understand the impact of the Inclusion Team, I am a testament to their success.". Read Paul's story here ➡️

Next week is #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, and we wanted to start the conversation by sharing some of the benefits of going alcohol free💛 . We understand that, while it's not always an easy choice or journey, becoming alcohol free can be life-changing and has many benefits.

Did you catch the @WMGamblingHarms team at Stoke-on-Trent Pride last Saturday?🌈 . The team spoke to individuals about their experiences of gambling harms - it showed how many individuals, families and communities are being affected. If you need support - they are here for you💖

Thank so much for your donations at our bakesale today! We raised just over £210 on the day, with plenty of donations from wider MPFT teams throughout the week too🧁 . Thank you so much for your donations🍰

Our new article, written by a colleague at @WMGHC, discusses the importance of hearing patients stories and recognising trauma during the recovery process. We recognise that trauma isn't always visible, and listening to their stories may allow for a higher understanding.

"Be proud of who you are" 🌈 #MondayMotivation

This #FeedbackFriday, we're sharing a lovely review by a service user from HMP Stocken💛 . We love hearing your reviews, it's what makes us proud to do what we do.

🏳️‍🌈 Showing your Pride support in June when it’s at the forefront of people’s minds, might be easy, but #pride matters all year round. Whether you educate, call out harmful language, or you stand up for someone being discriminated against, you can always make a difference 💖

Whilst only 2% of people nationally enter residential rehab, @TelfordSTaRS go the extra mile for women - with 3.5% of those in treatment accessing residential care. When services cater to women, recovery becomes accessible & effective ✅ . Find out more ⬇️.

RT @ThurrckRCollege: Attention Basildon, Brentwood, Billericay and Wickford communities! 🚨 .The Mid and South Essex Recovery College has no….

There are many ways you can look after your lungs 🫁. We want to share a few tips with you this #LoveYourLungsWeek. 1. Quit Smoking.2. Get Active.3. Avoid Poor Air Quality.4. Eat Vitamin and Antioxidant Rich Food

Join our team 💙. 🔹 Psychosocial Recovery Worker: 301-IT-25-7096713-B. Apply here ➡️ @careersatmpft @mpftnhs. #WeAreInclusion #WeAreNHS #NHSJobs

💬 "We all know it’s achievable; there’s significant evidence that people recover. But meeting someone who is actively on that journey? That’s a superhero moment.” 🦸. Read our latest #TraumaInformedTuesday article ➡️

💙 Together for women, together for change 💙. @TelfordSTaRS isn't just a service, it's a local partnership shaped by trauma-informed practice & gender-specific support. Working with @WillowdeneFarm & @AquariusTweets to build better futures not just for women, but with women ✅

💬 "We are proud, as a service, to have this embedded Whole System Approach for women’s substance use services in Telford". Chris Hirst from @TelfordSTaRS speaks on the importance of their women's pathway, a unique partnership designed by local services ✅

💙 @TelfordSTaRS & @WillowdeneFarm are delivering for women, with women💙.✅ 642 women open to the service.✅ 87% remained abstinent after treatment.✅ Same-gender recovery workers.✅ Specialist pathways for women leaving prison. This is what a Whole System Approach looks like 👏