Dear All,
I am pleased to announce that Together for Mental Wellbeing – Reading has partnered with Reading XL FC to support their members with their mental wellbeing.
As you might have seen on BBC national news and ITV meridian news, Reading XL FC is a unique weight loss club aimed at men who want to lose a few pounds while enjoying football. They offer weekly weigh-in sessions coupled with 11-a-side football sessions, focusing on fostering weight loss through physical activity and solidarity. As members progress in their weight loss journey and fitness levels, they have the opportunity to participate in 11-a-side matches with other like-minded clubs nationwide.
Supporting men's mental health is crucial, as statistics show that men are significantly less likely to seek help during a mental health crisis. According to the Mental Health Foundation and NHS, men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women, highlighting the urgent need for accessible mental health support and resources.
And we could not be more thrilled to collaborate with Reading XL FC in this important initiative for men in our communities, providing valuable mental health resources and support to improve the wellbeing of everyone involved with the club.
For more information about this project, please visit Reading XL FC's website.
Thank you for your continued support.
Best wishes,
André Silva (he/him/his)
Services & Projects Oversight Manager for:
West Berkshire Breathing Space
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