The online hub which enables Surrey residents to access virtual mental health and emotional wellbeing sessions has run more than 650 sessions since its launch in May.

Surrey Virtual Wellbeing is a one-stop-shop where people who require mental health or emotional wellbeing support can view, register and access online activities including virtual coffee mornings, group chat sessions and tailored exercise classes.

Since its launch, feedback has shown that 75% of users say they would use it again or recommend it to a friend.

As a joint partnership between Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership, Surrey County Council and Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, the initiative is one of a number of measures which was introduced to support the most vulnerable and sometimes socially isolated residents to remain connected during the pandemic.

Surrey County Council Leader Tim Oliver said: "The Covid-19 pandemic has created many challenges, including how residents continue to access support they often rely for matters such as their mental health.

"The online hub has helped bring a range of interactive sessions and workshops together in one place, enabling our residents to stay connected and look after their mental wellbeing, and it's been encouraging to see so many people take advantage of the activities on offer.

"As we look ahead to the winter with the added uncertainty of what our day-to-day lives may look like, Surrey County Council and partners continue to strive to minimise isolation, and make sure our residents know how to access mental health support if they need it."

You can access the hub here.