Mental Health Month

Mental Health Month takes place throughout October and October 10th marks World Mental Health Day. This is a special year for Mental Health Ireland as we celebrate our 60th Anniversary. Throughout the whole month, we make mental health and wellbeing a national priority with a programme of events, webinars and training around the country.

There’s lots of ways to get involved with Mental health Month across Ireland this October and support our work.

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This is a special year for Mental Health Ireland as we celebrate 60 years of educating, empowering and connecting communities. This October, you can support our work and raise awareness of mental health in lots of ways in your own community and workplace. The theme of World Mental Health Day on October 10th announced by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) is Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change. At Mental Health Ireland, we put the voice of lived experience at the heart of our work. We recognise that people with lived experience and family members bring invaluable insight, knowledge and understanding that can shape and inform mental health support, reform and policy. We are committed to creating spaces where these voices are welcomed, respected, valued and heard. Learn more about World Mental Health Day here: https://wmhdofficial.com/

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Get Involved

See how you can get involved and support Mental Health Ireland this October!

Training & Webinars

We are here to give training to your team all year round, but for the month of October, you can help us mark Mental Health Month and give your team the time, tools, and space to invest in their mental health.

Taking Action

This community-based programme helps people learn simple, practical tools to support their mental health and wellbeing. It offers useful ideas and easy-to-use strategies for anyone looking to improve their wellbeing or support their recovery from mental health challenges. Participants will explore healthier habits and create a personal plan to support their overall health and wellbeing. The programme is evidence-based, developed by the Copeland Centre, and is delivered face-to-face in a supportive and welcoming environment.When is it?
Tullamore, Co Offaly: Tues & Weds 13th & 14th Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm. FREE (Supported by Offaly Local Development) Reserve your place here
Claremorris, Co Mayo: Mon & Tues 19th & 20th Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm. Cost €30. Reserve your place here
Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan: Tues & Weds 20th & 21st Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm.Cost €30. Reserve your place here
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal: Thurs & Fri 22nd and 23rd Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm.Cost €30. Reserve your place here
Celbridge, Co. Kildare: Thurs 22nd & Thurs 29th Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm.Cost €30. Reserve your place here
Ennis, Co. Clare: Tues & Weds 17th & 18th Nov, 9.30am-4.30pm.Cost €30. Reserve your place here

Talk About What Matters | Workplace Managers’ & People Leaders’ Workshop

A 1-day workshop, on navigating meaningful mental health conversations in the workplace, for Managers and People Leaders. As a Manager/People Leader, equip yourself with the confidence and skills to support mental health and wellbeing at work.
This interactive workshop is designed to help participants recognise signs of stress and anxiety, lead meaningful conversations, and use effective listening techniques to support employees.
With practical tools, real-world scenarios, and a focus on action, participants will also learn how to signpost relevant supports, as well as maintain their own resilience—leaving the session more confident, capable, and ready to make a positive impact.
Attendee Numbers: Minimum 6/Maximum 12
Cost: €240 p/p
Register here: https://talk-about-what-matters-mhi.eventbrite.ie/

Blanchardstown Centre Wellbeing Festival

Mental Health Ireland is returning to Blanchardstown Centre on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September for our annual fundraising and wellbeing weekend.
Since our partnership with Blanchardstown Centre began in 2022, the generosity of the Centre, its retailers and visitors has helped raise more than €40,000 in support of Mental Health Ireland.
Visit the Centre to connect, talk to our team and volunteers, support the work that we do and enjoy a fantastic family day out.
Support Mental Health Ireland and be in with a chance to win some fantastic prizes in our Blanchardstown Centre Weekend Raffle 2026. Tickets are €5 each or 5 for €20, with all proceeds supporting Mental Health Ireland’s work providing free mental health information, education, awareness and community initiatives across Ireland.
A huge thank you to our prize suppliers and supporters: Blanchardstown Centre, Maldron Hotel Oranmore Galway, Avalon House Hotel Kilkenny, Emerald Park and RW Sports.

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Mental Health Ireland has teamed up with our partners to produce a series of free webinars organised during October to celebrate Mental Health Month. Register below to secure your place.

When the Headlines Feel Too Much (multiple dates). Practical ways to protect your mental wellbeing while navigating world change and the news. Register here
Let’s Talk: Supporting Teen Mental Health & Wellbeing. A webinar to help parents, guardians and caregivers provide support for their teenagers’ mental health and wellbeing. Organised in collaboration with Mindspace Mayo and Tackle Your Feelings. Register here
Nature’s Impact on Health and Wellbeing. Explore how connecting with nature can support our mental health and wellbeing, discover what the research tells us, and be inspired by practical ways to bring more nature into everyday life. Register here
Working Together in Our Community During this webinar we will showcase community collaboration and highlight how working together can support local people and improve wellbeing. Register here
Supporting Mental Health in a 24 hour Workplace During this webinar we will provide practical insights and tools for Employees & Employers including the Five Ways to Wellbeing. Organised in collaboration with Irish Rail and Irish Hotel Federation. Register here

Events around the Country

There’s lots of local events, webinars, upcoming training and much more in your area for Mental Health Month throughout October with our team, volunteers, member organisations and partners. Check out our What’s On guide to see how you can get involved, raise awareness of mental health and connect with your community.

What's On Guide

Get in touch about Mental Health Month

We’d love to hear from you and talk more about how to get involved this Mental Health Month.

Corporate and General Fundraising: fundraising@mentalhealthireland.ie

Workshops and Training: training@mentalhealthireland.ie

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General inquiries: info@mentalhealthireland.ie

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