Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

Mon 12/May/25

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Week 2025: Exploring Resources at Sutton Libraries

As we mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 (13–19 May), Sutton Libraries are proud to offer a wide range of resources and events to support the mental well-being of our community. This year’s theme, “Community,” highlights the importance of connection in fostering resilience and good mental health.

 

 

📚 Reading Well Collection

Sutton Libraries host the Reading Well Collection, a selection of expertly curated books endorsed by health professionals. These titles explore topics such as anxiety, depression, stress, and mindfulness, offering support for those seeking to better understand their mental health.

📍 Explore the collection in person at Sutton Libraries
 🔗 Reading Well Collection

Or online

 🔗 Reading Well Collection on Libby

 

 

🧠 Mental Health Events & Support Groups

We partner with local organisations such as Sutton Mental Health Foundation to host regular events and peer-led support groups. These welcoming spaces are open to everyone and provide opportunities to connect, share, and grow.

  • 📖 Book Club
     Explore mental health themes through literature in a friendly, inclusive setting.
     🗓️ Once a month, Fridays at 5:00 PM
     🔗 Event Details

  • OCD Support Group
     A safe environment for individuals living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
     🗓️ Once a month, Thursdays at 6:30 PM
     🔗 Event Details

  • 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Support Group
     A space for LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, talk, and support one another.
     🗓️ Once a month, Mondays at 6:30 PM
     🔗 Event Details

Other events take place on a regular or ad hoc basis.
 🔗 Browse all Events

 

 

🎨 Creative Initiatives: Resilient Futures

Our Resilient Futures programme empowers local creatives to lead performances and workshops focused on emotional resilience and well-being. Through storytelling, art, and community engagement, these sessions offer therapeutic and meaningful experiences for all ages.

🔗 Read about Resilient Futures
 🔗 See Resilient Futures Events

 

 

🌐 Digital Resources

If you’re unable to attend events in person, we’ve got you covered with online resources:

📱 eBooks and Audiobooks
 A wide range of mental health titles is available through our digital lending platform.
 🔗 Browse the Collection

 

 

Sutton Libraries are committed to supporting your mental well-being—this week and every week. Whether you’re looking for resources, community, or creative outlets, there’s something here for you.