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Mental health and wellbeing

Why community matters so much

Shared experience, practical tips and a louder voice together.

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Community matters to everyone, but when you live on artificial nutrition it can be a lifeline. The condition can cut you off from everyday life in ways most people never see. Being with people who understand changes that.

Feeling understood

  • Shared experience. Talking to people who live it too means you do not have to explain everything from the start.
  • Less loneliness. Knowing others are going through the same thing makes the days feel less heavy.
  • New ways of coping. Learning what has helped other people can help you too.

Practical help

  • Tips on equipment, routines, travel, deliveries and line or tube care.
  • Knowing where to find support services and information.
  • Support for carers and family members from others in the same position.

A louder voice together

One person can be easy to overlook. A community can speak up for better care, better understanding, and better support for everyone on artificial nutrition.

That is what our community is for. You are welcome here.

If you are struggling right now

You do not have to wait until it gets worse. Please talk to someone today.

  • SamaritansCall 116 123, free, any time
  • ShoutText SHOUT to 85258
  • NHS 111Call 111 and choose the mental health option
  • Your nutrition teamFor anything about your feed, tube or line
  • EmergencyCall 999