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Welcome to First Contact UK Mental Health

We are a Community Interest Company based in Teesside, passionate about improving mental health through movement, connection, and community support. Right now, we are actively fundraising through our One Man & His Fridge campaign to raise the funds needed to make our vision a reality.

Our long-term goal is to provide a wide range of physical fitness and wellness facilities that support people on their journey to improved mental wellbeing and full recovery. While many of these initiatives are still in the planning stage, your support helps bring them one step closer.

In the meantime, we are committed to raising awareness, breaking the silence and stigma, and educating communities; particularly around suicide prevention and the powerful role of physical activity in improving mental health.

Together, we can build a future where recovery is supported by community, compassion, and accessible wellness resources.

How We Can Help

Our aims are to provide a range of facilities to help you #BreakTheSilence and improve your mental health and wellbeing.

Group Exercise Sessions

Available Now
Connect with others, take gentle exercise and develop healthier routines.
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Respite Caravans

Coming Feb 2026
Our respite caravans offer you a chance to get away from things temporarily so you can recharge.
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Equine Therapy

Coming Feb 2026
Spend social time with horses and donkeys as part of a 6-week programme to tackle depression.
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Spanish Exchange

Coming in 2026
Partnering with the Spanish Red Cross, we offer group walking breaks to help your mental health.
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Memorial Garden

Coming in 2026
Our memorial garden is a relaxing outdoor space where you can spend time reflecting.
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CITB Touch Screen Centre

Coming in 2026
Helping you on the road to recovery and to get you back to work.
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About Us

First Contact UK Mental Health is dedicated to supporting anyone navigating mental health challenges or experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Our mission is to help individuals rediscover joy and purpose in their lives through transformative programs that promote physical wellbeing and nurture genuine, meaningful connections with others.

Struggling with mental health is never a sign of weakness; it’s a part of being human. Seeking help is a brave step, and we’re here to make it less daunting. Within our community, you’ll find a safe, welcoming space where you can feel truly understood, receive support during life’s hardest moments, and be inspired to embrace a brighter future with a renewed sense of belonging and hope.
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Latest Events

We are dedicated to raising the vital funds we need so that First Contact UK Mental Health can help as many people as possible.
One Man & His Fridge Walk
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Our founder Tom Judge will walk a staggering 1,457 miles along with a 45kg Fridge strapped to his back.

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Kilimanjaro
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Tom will set off once again, this time walking up Kilimanjaro along with his fridge in tow.

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Ireland Walk
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2027 takes Tom on his journey again, from Lands’ End to John O’Groats, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland.

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First Contact UK Mental Health CIC, founded by Thomas Judge (Director), is a Community Interest Company (Company Number: 15073399) registered at Unit 3 Medhurst House, Sotherby Road, Middlesbrough, TS3 8BT.

The CIC is dedicated to addressing mental health challenges within the Teesside and Tees Valley communities. With the slogan "Illuminating Hope, Saving Lives", First Contact UK advocates for improved mental health services and provides vital support to individuals in need.
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