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Only Human Surveys – Have Your Say & Share with Others
17/04/2026 | BY rhodri

Only Human Surveys – Have Your Say & Share with Others

Adferiad’s Only Human project has launched two important surveys, and we would really value your support in helping us gather as many responses as possible. …

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World Bipolar Day: Advancing Understanding and Inviting Change
30/03/2026 | BY rhodri

World Bipolar Day: Advancing Understanding and Inviting Change

This World Bipolar Day, we take a moment to shine a light on bipolar disorder.  It is estimated that more than…

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“Appropriate Adults are the ‘safety valve’ to ensure individuals arrested have their rights protected”
18/02/2026 | BY rhodri

“Appropriate Adults are the ‘safety valve’ to ensure individuals arrested have their rights protected”

Neil Hussey has been an Appropriate Adult with Adferiad for nearly 15 years – a role that has seen him support thousands of vulnerable individuals across South Wales and Gwent, 24 hours a…

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Welsh Government Publishes Draft of Mental Health Review Tribunal for Wales (Membership) Bill
09/01/2026 | BY rhodri

Welsh Government Publishes Draft of Mental Health Review Tribunal for Wales (Membership) Bill

The emergency law being brought before the Senedd next week underscores the urgent need to strengthen the Mental Health Review Tribunal…

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Addiction Awareness Week: ‘Addiction left me with a lasting imprint of stigma’
26/11/2025 | BY rhodri

Addiction Awareness Week: ‘Addiction left me with a lasting imprint of stigma’

As part of Addiction Awareness Week, Adferiad’s Only Human Campaign is advocating for a kinder and more compassionate Wales, changing…

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Adferiad Mental Health staff member set to compete at Ironman World Championships
04/11/2025 | BY rhodri

Adferiad Mental Health staff member set to compete at Ironman World Championships

At 67-years of age, Barbara Cook is set to become one of the oldest Welsh female competitors in the famous triathlon event.  Adferiad’s Recovery Practitioner is no…

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Adferiad raises concerns over rise of synthetic substances
29/10/2025 | BY rhodri

Adferiad raises concerns over rise of synthetic substances

A recent report from Public Health Wales has raised growing safety concerns surrounding the rise of synthetic substances being found…

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Adferiad welcomes Queen of Congo to celebrate Black History Month
22/10/2025 | BY rhodri

Adferiad welcomes Queen of Congo to celebrate Black History Month

As part of Black History Month celebrations, Adferiad is highlighting the near-forgotten story of the African Training Institute in Colwyn…

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World Mental Health Day Launches 2024–2025 Annual Impact Report at Brackla House, Bridgend
13/10/2025 | BY rhodri

World Mental Health Day Launches 2024–2025 Annual Impact Report at Brackla House, Bridgend

To coincide with World Mental Health Day, Adferiad has launched its 2024–2025 Annual Impact Report, showcasing some of our most…

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Ty Harrington praised as “vital service” by Local Mayor
08/10/2025 | BY rhodri

Ty Harrington praised as “vital service” by Local Mayor

Ty Harrington has received praise from Rhondda Cynon Taf Mayor, Sheryl Evans, on its open day, describing the Mental Health…

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