Lamp have partnered up with Big Difference Company to work on a project that we hope will contribute to positively impacting mental health. Big Difference Company are a Leicester based charity, and are the brains behind the producing of the Leicester Comedy Festival. After growing in size due to the success of the festival, they […]
The Mental Health Act 1983 is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health issue. In October 2017 the then Prime Minister, Theresa May, announced a review of the Mental Health Act to address rising detentions, racial disparity in the use of the Act and […]
On the 10th October 2019, Lamp are celebrating World Mental Health Day to highlight the impact of mental health in our everyday lives. So, we want YOU to get involved, by wearing your pyjamas to school, to work, or even to the shops! But first… Let’s Talk About: why we wear pyjamas. Pyjamas symbolise for […]
The individuals that make Lamp, Lamp, are an integral part of what we do. It is essential that we try to support and uplift those who come into contact with us, which includes members of staff and volunteers. This also consists of showing support for those who are striving to realise an ambition of theirs. […]
Aylestone Hall Bowls Club held a Charity Gala Event on Sunday 4th August 2pm – 5pm at Aylestone Hall Gardens to raise funds for Lamp. They raised £525 from donations. A member of our staff attended the bowls club and was kindly presented with the cheque and some flowers from Lilly Brighton, the president […]
On August 4th 2019, Lamp were kindly invited to attend a health and wellbeing day, organised by The Shree Prajapati Association. Lamp were offered the opportunity to run a stall at the event to help bring awareness to mental health in our local community. We were able to hand out leaflets and information to attendees […]
It is vital for us as a mental health charity that we not only offer help and support to those experiencing mental health issues, but also to those who are caring for either a family member, a loved one, or a neighbour with mental health issues. Events can give many people a space to enjoy […]
Anyone can find themselves in a situation where it might be difficult to purchase food, or to top up their per-payment utility cards for gas and electric. Charity Link is a local Leicester based charity. They have provided funding for people in need since 1876. Their services are available to individuals living in Leicester or Leicestershire. They […]
Are you looking for something fun and engaging to do, that can aid your wellbeing, and is family friendly? We are very excited to be attending an event on the 6th July at A Place To Grow, Community Garden Project! Their Family Open Day will be from 11am – 3pm, and will include an array […]
We are very excited to announce that we have launched a quarterly newsletter! Finding ways to keep connected with our community is integral. We want to ensure that the members of our community that either use our services, or are interested in the work we do, are kept up to date with us. Our quarterly […]
