Tricky to Talk is a valued programme provided by Nottingham Forest Community Trust, linking into our ambition of health and wellbeing at heart of what we do. Nottingham Forest FC, the Community Trust and football in general are powerful mechanisms to lean into to raise awareness, reduce stigma around mental health.

Tricky to Talk hubs are relaxed, informal spaces, where you can talk to others who may be experiencing difficulties with their mental health, share your experiences and receive advice and guidance on how to manage thoughts and feelings.

Our hubs serve as an ‘open door’ to wider community support, we therefore introduce a range of guest speakers to connect attendees with a range of additional support services.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds across the county, regardless of football allegiance.

Tricky to Talk provides the opportunity to meet others, talk through management strategies and engage in mindfulness activity. Tricky to Talk is not a clinical or crisis intervention service, we work with, and signpost to the following services should you find yourself in crisis or in need of emergency services:

– Nottingham Crisis Line: Freephone 0808 196 3779

– Text SHOUT, to 85258

– Samaritans Call 116 123

– SANE line on 0300 304 7000

Our duty of care to community engaged in any programme we deliver, where we witness a safeguarding concern or witness an expression of ideology or intended behaviour, initially extends to logging a note on our confidential recording system MyConcern. We publicise this approach on our website here.

Tricky to Talk operates on a peer support model, emphasising the importance of connection and understanding. In addition to our monthly sessions, we create a host of informal events, providing a relaxed and non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals can freely express their thoughts, concerns, and triumphs regarding mental health.

Our Upcoming Events

Mental Health Wellbeing Walk

Mental Health Awareness Week – May 11th to May 17th