A MENTAL health charity has been awarded a grant from Corsham Town Council for their weekly support group.

Wiltshire Mind were given £500 for their group in Chippenham to contribute towards the running costs.

Members meet on Mondays, between 10am and 1pm at the Jubilee Building, 32 Market Place, Chippenham with sessions open to adults of all ages with mental health issues.

There is also a group available to those suffering with mental health issues in Malmesbury.

The group aims to help people manage daily tasks more effectively and live more fulfilling lives.

Specifically, the group provides, friendship, one to one support, advice, signposting to other agencies where necessary and group activities to help reduce isolation and increase confidence.

Numerous residents in Corsham attend the group in addition to those living in the Chippenham area.

Anyone in Wiltshire can contact Wiltshire Mind in Chippenham or Malmesbury for those experiencing mental health issues.

A further group is available for carers of those with mental health issues also in Chippenham including an evening support group.

For further information about Wiltshire Mind and their services call 01225 706532 or visit the website at wiltshiremind.co.uk