As part of our ongoing #HopeForLifeUK intiatives for 2021, The Jordan Legacy has already hosted two hugely successful virtual events: the launch of #HopeForLifeUK on January 21st, with more than 350 registrations to attend and on Friday, February 26th, our ‘Retreats and Safe Spaces To Support Mental Wellbeing’ attracted another 146 registrations. Now, we are pleased to announce additional events…
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We are delighted to announce that The Jordan Legacy CIC and Thrive Law have teamed up to work on a joint initiative, which aims to help 100 employees become Mental Health First Aiders during 2021. Scroll down to see available course dates Our aim is to train at least 100 people during 2021. In line with The Jordan Legacy and…
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“What would you do if you won the lottery?” This was the question Jordan’s girlfriend, Charlotte, asked him, a few months before he took his own life. Jordan’s response suprised Charlotte – instead of saying I’d buy a sports car or a fancy house, he said “I’d build a retreat where people, who are struggling with their mental health could…
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On Thursday, January 21st 2021 at 1pm (UK time), The Jordan Legacy CIC is launching its first officially recognised #HopeForLifeUK Day campaign and we’d like to invite you to join us at 1pm that day. #HopeForLifeUK Day will actually take place on December 4th 2021 and each year following. January 21st is the launch event for this campaign. Unable to…
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December 2020 and The Mental Health Foundation has published its latest findings, relating to the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on people’s mental health. The full report can be accessed here and here are some of the key findings: People are struggling with their emotional and mental wellbeing Almost half (45%) of the UK population had felt anxious or worried in the previous…
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On September 10th 2020, a quite remarkable event took place on World Suicide Prevention Day 2020 and The Jordan Legacy’s founder, Steve Phillip, played a key role. The OneTeamGov network – a team of transformation managers in Government in the UK (and some in other countries) chose to invest in suicide prevention this year, especially concerned about the suicide risks from…
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The question is often asked; ‘If I ask someone if they’re considering suicide, will it increase the chances they’ll carry this through?’ The answer is; rarely, if ever and there will be situations where it’s important for you to be that direct with someone. However, when it comes to writing and reporting suicide, there is a risk that providing details…
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July 11th 2020 This is a moment we could never have contemplated happening – Jordan’s 35th birthday but without him here with us. Devasting doesn’t quite cut it, it’s unfathomable, unbelievable, heartbreaking. The sense of loss on this day will be immeasurable, it simply isn’t right. However, it is the reality of what, in our heads, we know to be…
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