Open Up

🧵 Something special is happening in Moretonhampstead.

Thread Brothers, delivered in partnership with Wellmoor, is bringing men together in a way that feels natural, relaxed and genuinely enjoyable. No pressure, no expectations, just learning a new skill, spending time together and building confidence along the way.
In just a few weeks, the group has already created their first project, handmade tote bags. Simple, practical and something to be proud of 💙

Funded by Open Up, this project is all about finding new ways to support mental wellbeing, especially for those who might not connect with traditional services.

Read more about this project using the link in the comments.

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

To mark Carers’ Week (8–14 June), Open Up has funded 100 Wellbeing Boxes for unpaid carers across Devon 💙

These boxes are a simple but meaningful way to recognise the vital role carers play every day, offering a moment to pause, reflect and feel supported.

Delivered with the Together Team at Devon Partnership NHS Trust and Devon Carers at Westbank , each box includes thoughtful items, wellbeing resources, and stories from other carers, helping to ensure no one feels alone.

👉 Find out more, link in the comments.

🧵 We're delighted to be supporting Thread Brothers through funding from Open Up.

This fantastic initiative brings men together to learn new skills, build confidence, connect with others and support their wellbeing in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

It's wonderful to see the group's first project completed and we look forward to following their journey over the coming months.

A huge well done to everyone involved, including the team at Wellmoor and Tony for making it such a success. 👏

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the The Great West Run in Exeter last Sunday in support of Open Up🏃‍♀️💙

One of our amazing runners, Tim, completed the 10K in just over an hour and shared this about the day:

“It was hotter and hillier than I have been used to in training, so was pleased to see lots of people out there with hoses and thankful for all the water stations.”

Amazing effort Tim and thank you again to all of our runners for your incredible support🌟

Inspired to take on a challenge for Open Up yourself? We still have places available for the Exeter 5K Inflatable.

Find out more in the comments 👇

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

A huge good luck to everyone taking part in the The Great West Run in Exeter this weekend, including all those running in support of Open Up 💙🏃‍♀️

We’re incredibly grateful to every single runner who has chosen to raise money to support mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity care across Devon and beyond. Your support really does make a difference 🌟

One of our amazing runners, Meg, shared why she’s taking part:

“I’m an Occupational Therapy Apprentice within the Specialist Health Community Learning Disability Service and have worked for DPT for 6 years. I work with some amazing people who do a fantastic job supporting people across our communities and hospitals, but without Open Up, some of that work wouldn’t be possible. Therefore, I thought I'd challenge myself and raise some money to help the service!”

Thank you Meg and thank you to all of our runners taking on the challenge this Sunday 👏

Good luck everyone! 🎉

Want to support Open Up? Check out our upcoming events in the comments 👇

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

🎉 Join Team Open Up at the Exeter 5K Inflatable! 🎉

We’re excited to offer charity places on Saturday 15 August, a fun filled event packed with giant inflatables, laughter and plenty of bouncing along the way!

By taking part for Open Up, you’ll be helping us support and enhance mental health, learning disability and neuro diversity services across Devon and beyond.

💙 Free charity places available
💙 Minimum fundraising target: £100
💙 Suitable for all abilities
💙 A brilliant day out with friends, family or colleagues

If you’d like to join Team Open Up, simply message us to secure your place. Link in the comments below 👇

Devon Partnership NHS Trust
UK Running Events

Huge congratulations to Dan for completing the London Marathon in an incredible 3:02:50 while raising vital funds for Open Up’s Little Something Fund 👏

He took on this challenge to give back to the perinatal mental health services that supported his family during an incredibly difficult time. Donations will help more families access compassionate care and support when they need it most.

To read more about Dan’s inspiring story, please visit the link in comments 💙

Devon Partnership NHS Trust
TCS London Marathon
Devon Perinatal Mental Health Team

🏃‍♀️ Running for Open Up 💙

My name is Bella, and on Sunday 24 May I’ll be running the Great West Half Marathon for Open Up!

Having worked for DPT for the past four years supporting children’s mental health, I’m grateful for the opportunity to raise funds for a charity whose values align so closely with the work we do every day.

Thank you so much for your support 🙏 the link to my JustGiving page will be in the comments.

Devon Partnership NHS Trust
The Great West Run

The next Your Charity Lottery BONUS DRAW takes place on Friday 29th May ‼️

Support Open Up while being in with a chance to win £5,000 ⭐💙

Open Up is working with Your Charity Lottery to enhance NHS staff wellbeing. By taking part, you’ll help improve working environments for teams at Devon Partnership NHS Trust, positively impacting patient care.

We know that caring for staff is essential for delivering high quality care, and together we are helping to create a better workplace.

Join today and make a difference, link in the comments 👇

🔞 Players must be 18 years old or over

Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Your Charity Lottery