This Mental Health Awareness Week, the Premier League is highlighting positive wellbeing activities, stories and resources to raise awareness of mental health and support fans with information that can benefit them.
Southampton
Southampton have launched their "Saints By Your Side" campaign for Mental Health Awareness Week in partnership with Solent NHS Trust, to raise awareness of mental wellbeing and help tackle the stigma around mental health issues.
As part of a week of activity, current and former Saints players will be sharing tips with supporters on how to boost both their mental and physical wellbeing.
Saints By Your Side ❤#SaintsFC launches mental health campaign in partnership with @SolentNHSTrust:
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) May 10, 2021
Supporters will be provided with information on how they can support their family and friends, as well as details of specialist services provided by the NHS, and apps that are available.
Southampton’s chief commercial officer David Thomas said: “We really hope that this particular campaign can offer some practical support to those who might be suffering from poor mental health at this very challenging time."
Fans will also be able to access the tips and information after Mental Health Awareness Week. For more information on the campaign, supporters can visit the Saints By Your Side website.
Also in this series
Part 1: PL Primary Stars helping children look after mental health
Part 2: Man Utd Foundation inspiring children to discuss mental wellbeing
Part 3: Ward-Prowse: Getting out is so important for mental health
Part 4: Man City and NHS link up to boost mental health support
Part 5: How Norwich helped David set his own ambitions
Part 7: Davies: We should all reach out to help others
Part 8: Sounds of a matchday boost Newcastle fans
Part 9: How Liverpool inspired Grace to help her school's mental health
Part 10: McNeil: Team walks have a positive effect
Part 11: Aston Villa encouraging fans to keep on running
