For many, the Humber Wellbeing Hub has been a lifeline. Now, a new film is helping the hub raise awareness of its vital mental health services, encouraging more people to seek support while attracting the volunteers and funding needed to sustain the project.
Humber Wellbeing Hub
The Humber Wellbeing Hub offers a supportive environment for individuals facing mental distress, emotional challenges or suicidal thoughts. It provides groups and activities that promote emotional and physical wellbeing, focusing on raising awareness, reducing stigma and educating the public on suicide prevention. The hub’s goal is to offer hope, support and resources to prevent suicides and foster mental wellness.
Nestled within the peaceful Humber Bridge Country Park, the hub was established in 2021 following a series of tragic events at the Humber Bridge. Its aim is to create a safe, welcoming space for those struggling with their mental health. It is staffed by trained volunteers and provides a range of services including bereavement support, mindfulness walks and menopause cafes – all designed to reduce isolation and provide early emotional wellbeing interventions.
One individual who has used the hub shared: “The Humber Wellbeing Hub played a crucial role in saving a family member of mine from suicide. Their work means families still get to see the people they love. I will forever be grateful to them.”
New film aims to reach a broader audience
Thanks to a professionally produced film funded by the Matthew Good Foundation, created by Big Picture Charity Films, the hub’s story is now reaching a broader audience. Created as part of the foundation’s Amplify Charity Films initiative, the film highlights the hub’s work and the dedication of its volunteers. The aim is to encourage more people to seek help, and to inspire local businesses and individuals to get involved in supporting the hub.
Jo Kent, founder of the Humber Wellbeing Hub, said:
“We know how many people in our community could benefit from support with their mental wellbeing. Our aim is not only to save lives, but to bolster emotional resilience and wellbeing within the local community. By sharing our story through this film, we hope to reach those who need us most and inspire more people to step forward as volunteers. Every conversation and every act of support can be life changing.”
About the Matthew Good Foundation
The Matthew Good Foundation is a charitable foundation, founded by the John Good Group. It was formed following the unexpected death of family member and director, Matthew Good, on 26 June 2011, while he was running for charity in the Humber Half Marathon. The foundation works with the John Good Group and other businesses and individuals to support small charitable organisations to amplify their impact through a range of grant-making, communications and volunteering programmes.
The Matthew Good Foundation, based in Hull, first connected with the Humber Wellbeing Hub when they were awarded funding through John Good Group’s Grants for Good programme, which supports small non-profit organisations. Having witnessed the hub’s impact at first hand, the foundation was eager to offer further support by creating a film to amplify their message.
Jennifer Murden, Communications and Impact Manager at the Matthew Good Foundation, commented: “As a foundation rooted in Hull, we view the Humber Wellbeing Hub as a vital part of our community. We’ve seen the difference it makes in people’s lives, and we’ve been incredibly impressed by Jo’s vision and the Humber Bridge Board’s commitment to its success. Through this film, we hope to further amplify their work and help them gain the support they need to grow.”
The Humber Wellbeing Hub is now calling on the local community to help sustain and expand its services. Whether through volunteering, fundraising, or attending an event, everyone can make a difference.
To watch the film visit the Matthew Good Foundation website here. For more information and to learn more about how you can support the Humber Wellbeing Hub, visit the hub’s website here.
Based on a press release.
