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The Big BrewTalk WalkNeedto talk?We can all feel low oranxious or stressed at times,but sometimes these problemsget worse and start to affectour day to day lives.Talk the talk – Walk the walkTalk Liverpool is a service for any personexperiencing anxiety, depression orstress, aged 16 and over and registeredwith an NHS GP within the LiverpoolCity boundary.Sunday 4 October 2015,Aintree RacecourseHow far will you go tohelp stamp out stigmaand get people talking?Let’s get moving and beactive; let’s stop the stigmathat stops people talkingabout mental healthproblems.We need you to join in with us thisyear and take part in our 5k Talk Walkat Aintree Racecourse.Anyone can experience mental healthproblems and being able to talk aboutthem is a vital step towards recovery- towards wellbeing and away fromharm.Talking can be a real life saver, butthe stigma that still surrounds mentalhealth issues stops many from speakingout and asking for help.So come on – let’s unite, let’s shatterthe stigma and stop the harm. Let’stake the first steps together.Join us at this free family event. Let’stalk the talk and walk the walk.Gates open 12 noon 5k Walk 1pmAdmission FREEAintree Racecourse Ormskirk RoadLiverpool Merseyside L9 5ASWe offer access to talking therapies,practical support and advice quickly andeasily and we aim to offer you the helpyou need when you really need it. Wecan work with you on the telephone;see you at one of our three bases inNorth, South and Central Liverpool orat a venue in your community.There are many different types of help.Our qualified specialists offer one toone help, courses and we have onlinecomputer programmes that you can doat home. Support is available someevenings as well as during the day.We will book you an appointment andwork with you on the steps you can takeyourself to help tackle your difficulties.26