This Blue Monday (19 January 2026), Walsall residents are being reminded of the free and confidential support available across the borough to help with mental wellbeing.
Blue Monday is an opportunity, particularly during the colder winter months to pause, check in and prioritise wellbeing. Mental health affects everyone and feeling low, stressed, or overwhelmed is more common than many people realise. Talking openly about mental health helps reduce stigma and encourages people to seek help earlier.
If you are feeling low, small steps can make a big difference: connecting with someone you trust, taking a short walk, limiting stressful media, setting one achievable goal and being kind to yourself. Support is always available and within reach.
“ We want everyone in Walsall to know that support is here for you. Whether you’re feeling stressed, isolated, or just need someone to talk to, our services are free, confidential, and non-judgemental, offering a safe space. This Blue Monday, let’s remind ourselves and others that it is okay to ask for help and support, that conversations matter, and that small steps can lead to meaningful change. “
Councillor Gary Flint, Portfolio Holder for Culture, Health and Wellbeing at Walsall Council
Walsall residents can access a range of free and confidential support services in Walsall, including the Thrive Mobile Unit – Let’s Chat bus, which visits locations across Walsall, offering advice and support on financial concerns, employment, housing and more.
The Sanctuary Hub in Bloxwich, Walsall is open 7 days a week (Monday – Friday from 6pm-11pm and Saturday – Sunday from 12pm-11pm) for anyone who needs support outside of usual mental health service hours.
Free counselling services are also available through Mustard Seed CIC and Walsall Bereavement Support Service.
Local groups funded by the Council’s mental wellbeing team in Public Health also provide a range of activities and projects such as Street Teams, Kaushalya UK, Vision for All, The MindKind Projects CIC and Mettaminds. Neurodiversity projects by Mosaic CIC, Bread4Life and Diverse Minds Community are also available for people to attend.
Residents are encouraged to complete a personal 8 Steps to Wellbeing Plan, which helps individuals understand how to look after their mental wellbeing.
If you need urgent help for your mental wellbeing, call 111 or visit the NHS 111 website and select the mental health option to speak to a trained professional.
In an emergency or if you cannot keep yourself safe, dial 999 or go to A&E.