Compassionate Accompaniment CIC

Wishing everyone a happy Halloween.
Long before the sweets and costumes, it was All Hallows’ Eve, a night to remember those who came before us.

In the soft light of carved pumpkins, the spirit of remembrance still lingers, reminding us that love endures even after loss. 🧡🎃

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Picture by @anxiety.positive Colourful graphic titled ‘Daily Emotional Check-In’ with six prompts: What am I carrying today? What do I need to say? What do I need right now? What can I control? What am I grateful for? What am I feeling in my body? Picture by @anxiety.positive

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” Anne Lamott

Taking a moment to check in with ourselves can make all the difference.

It’s noticing what’s here and being kind to ourselves in the process.

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#kindness #positivity
Picture by anxiety positive

Accompanying people with cancer, we explore what’s still possible after diagnosis and during recovery. Finding new ways of moving, acknowledging we still have choices. There’s always a shared sense of strength and hope.

We’re always discovering ways to celebrate what continues to live in us. 💛

As the leaves fall in different shades of orange, yellow and red, try to take some time out in nature to appreciate the beauty of the season. It’s good for your mental and physical health, and might even make your day 🧡🍁🍂

Last week, our Kurdish Community Youth Group shared experiences of life in the UK.

Sharing about what feels familiar or different, how culture and language shape everyday life and their responses to discrimination. CA is grateful to provide a space where they can explore new ideas and perspectives.

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Mental health matters. For refugees, support must go beyond the individual – toward families, communities and the systems that shape their lives.

Mental health is a community effort.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

As the days grow shorter and the light fades earlier, it can take more care to look after our mental health.

It’s okay to slow down, to rest, and to reach out when things feel heavy. Small moments of kindness towards yourself and others can make the transition easier 💜

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD

Gentle reminder that we have a Sensory Awareness session tomorrow evening at 6-7pm BST. All are welcome💜 Register below⬇️

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Photo of a young smiling girl in an orange top, head and shoulders, standing in front of a pink mural featuring children's drawings of an octopus and fish

Young Syrian refugees paint murals at Zataari camp Jordan, to overcome trauma and memories of violence #womensart

Our monthly online Sensory Awareness session is next Tuesday, the 7th of October, at 6-7pm BST. These are guided group sessions that help us to be more aware of our experience and presence. All are welcome- find out more and register at the link below 💜

shorturl.at/5ZevW

Traditionally, harvest is a time to gather what the earth has provided, store up for the months ahead, and give thanks for what has grown.

In our lives, it’s a time to reflect. What have we grown this year? What are we ready to carry forward? And what might we let rest as the seasons shift?🌾

Illustration of a person wearing red and green checked trousers and brown shoes, holding a heavy stack of labelled boxes. Each box is marked with a word: “MISTAKES”, “GUILT”, “BAD MEMORIES”, “PRESSURE”, and “EXPECTATIONS”. Beside them, bold black text reads: “IF IT IS TOO HEAVY, PUT IT DOWN”. The background is cream with scattered red dots. Artwork by @joyfulsmolthings.

“You can’t carry all that stuff forever. At some point, you need to put it down and rest.” Dr. Thema Bryant

We don’t have to hold it all. We’re allowed to let go of what’s too heavy. The helpful things can stay… the rest, we can put down.

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#kindness #SelfCompassion

Picture by @joyfulsmolthings

#WomensHealthandFitnessDay is a time to highlight the lack of research and open discussion around menopause and perimenopause, leaving many women feeling isolated and unsure of where to turn.

If you are experiencing symptoms, we’re here to listen and walk alongside you. Link in bio to get in touch💜

No one chooses to become a refugee. But every person deserves the chance to live in safety and with dignity.

When we take the time to look past labels and statistics and recognise asylum seekers simply as human beings, it shapes the kind of communities we all live in. 💜

#InternationalDayofPeace

September is #RecoveryMonth, a chance to pause and give your mind and body the care they need. Healing takes time, and it works best when we pay attention to how we feel, rest when we need to, and take steps to support our overall health. 💜

Everyone severely affected by mental illness deserves a good quality of life, no matter their circumstance.

September is World Alzheimer’s Month.
Living with Alzheimer’s, or caring for someone who is, can be overwhelming at times and come with challenges.

We offer a space where people can share what they’re going through and feel supported. Find out more at the link in our bio. 💜

#WorldAlzMonth

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Remember to disconnect and recharge. Time offline brings peace of mind

Image: www.instagram.com/naturallife

Gentle reminder that we have a Sensory Awareness session this evening at 6-7pm BST. All are welcome💜 Register below⬇️

Tomorrow is #GriefAwarenessDay. Everyone experiences grief and holds it differently. It can change over time, but it remains part of us. Grief is a reflection of love, and it needs room to be felt. Tomorrow we honour both the people we have lost, and the love that remains 💜

Include yourself in the list of things you need to take care of today

Image: www.instagram.com/miathehoooman

“Too often we underestimate the power of a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” Leo Buscaglia

Small moments of kindness ripple further than we expect.

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#kindness

Pic by ladybluebottle

Our monthly online Sensory Awareness session is next Tuesday, the 2nd of September, at 6-7pm BST. These are guided group sessions that help us to be more aware of our experience and presence. All are welcome- find out more and register at the link below 💜

shorturl.at/5ZevW

Refugees are human beings with experiences, skills and ambitions. As they rebuild their lives here, they become part of our schools, workplaces and neighbourhoods.

Together, we form the fabric of our communities, stronger and more connected when everyone has a place in it. 💜

summer flowers, to express the joyful colours of the summer

If you know someone who is grieving, don't hesitate to share a joyful memory of their loved one. By recounting your experiences, you show your support and can help your friend feel connected to the person who has passed away.