The pressures of farming aren’t going to disappear, so as a farmer you need resilience, smart strategies and specific skills to live well and farm well.
If you’re wondering what #MindYourHead is all about then take a minute and watch/share this short film. The first step to improving your mental wellbeing can be as simple as talking to someone. pic.twitter.com/kpH59ZrIUD
— Yellow Wellies (@yellowwelliesuk) February 13, 2018
If you, or someone you know, have been affected by any of the issues we are dealing with this week, support and guidance is available from the following organisations :
FCN Practical Support 03000 111 999 (7am – 11pm daily)
R.A.B.I Welfare & Financial Help 01865 724931 (weekdays 9am – 5pm)
R.S.A.B.I Welfare & Financial Help 0300 111 4166 (7am – 11pm daily)
Rural Support Northern Ireland 0845 6067607 (weekdays 9am-9pm)
SAYFC Scotland 0131 333 2445
Scottish Association of Mental Health 0141 530 1000 (weekdays 9am – 5pm)
National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs http://www.nfyfc.org.uk/Ruralplus/ruralpluscontacts
YANA – You Are Not Alone 0300 323 0400 (Norfolk/Suffolk)
Mind Advice and Support 0300 1233393 (weekdays 9am – 6pm)
Samaritans` 116 123
