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We're here to help support you and your loved ones with tons of events and resources that you can access at Inspire year-round.
This year, Mental Health Awareness Week runs Monday 12 - Sunday 18 May, followed by Dementia Action Week from Monday 19 - Sunday 25 May.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
The focus of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week is community - something we're extremely passionate about here at Inspire!
Community is at the heart of what we do, with Inspire Libraries being a welcoming safe space for all. Our libraries aren't just sanctuaries for book lovers, they're social spaces for all ages, where you can find community and connection all year round, even if you're not a big reader!
Find out more about Mental Health Awareness Week here, or keep reading to discover Inspire's resources and events to support mental health and wellbeing!
Library membership is free to everyone! Start your journey with us and gain access to all of Inspire's free services and resources. Sign up to membership here.
Wellbeing Bags are small collections of books, items and activities which aim to encourage adult customers to practice self-care and promote good mental health.
They can be borrowed from libraries free of charge for six weeks at a time to adults with an Inspire library card. There are 10 different bags each containing a book, some mindfulness cards, a CD, an activity, a stress ball and a collection of leaflets providing health information and advice
Reading Well helps you to understand and manage your health and wellbeing using recommended books available from your library. The books provide information and advice for people with various physical and mental health conditions, their family, friends and carers.
Our memory lane bags are a fantastic way to remember through time capsules. They can offer comfort, spark memories and start conversations.
We run FREE weekly social sessions, where you can meet with local people for a cuppa and a chat, at lots of our libraries.
Our free or low-cost courses are a great way to meet new people and get social whilst doing something that inspires you!
From specific health and wellbeing courses to arts and crafts, historical, and even cooking and baking courses, we've got plenty of options to help you get out of the house doing more of what you enjoy!
Dementia Action Week 2025
This year's Alzheimer's Society Dementia Action Week campaign brings the UK together to take action on improving dementia diagnosis rates.
Alzheimer's Society is asking you to share your or a loved one's dementia diagnosis story with them, so they can show decision-makers across the UK the challenges that people face when it comes to getting a diagnosis. Share your story and help take action on dementia.
Inspire offers events and resources for those with memory problems including dementia. Our dementia friendly screenings offer the chance to see an array of movies from the classics to new favourites. We make a safe and fun environment for family and friends to join, giving you the chance to talk, dance and move around!
Get involved in this year's Inspire Knitting Challenge! Nottinghamshire knitwear designer Jane Withers has designed warm woolly scarves. Her patterns are available free from libraries or you can download a copy here.
Join us at one of our upcoming Songs and Scones events! Live Music Now’s Songs & Scones programme brings people together to regularly engage with live music and connect with others over a cup of tea, a scone and uplifting live performances. The events are particularly suitable for older people – including those living with dementia and their carers.
Health, physical activities and support for people with Dementia at your fingertips
Mental Health Reading List - Borrow Box
Browse our collection of mental health reading, to help you manage and understand your health and wellbeing.
Arts & Culture
Healthier Happier Connected Creative
Each month there'll be three community events, designed specifically for older people and people with dementia, taking place at Retford and Hucknall Libraries.
Reading & Libraries
Health Information Books
Take the time to look after you! Check out our health and wellbeing resources.
Arts & Culture
Dementia-friendly and Community film screenings
Enjoy relaxed film screenings at your local library.
Dementia Reading List - Borrow Box
Take a look at dementia themed titles with Borrow Box, both resources are free for those with a library card.
