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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
