Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Former South Kesteven District Council chairman supports men’s mental health

Money raised by a former chairman of South Kesteven District Council will be used to help men improve their mental health.

Cllr Gloria Johnson has presented a cheque for £888 to the Place2Bee Mens group which is run by South Lincolnshire Blind Society at their BHive.Community hub in Finkin Street, Grantham. The money was raised during her 2023-24 year in office.

Place2Bee offers a safe space for men to meet in a non-clinical environment where they can take part in activities as well as talk to trained volunteers about any issues they may have. It is open on Mondays from 6pm-9pm and Thursdays from 5.30pm-8.30pm.

Cllr Johnson said she particularly wanted to support the group because of its work with former members of the Armed Forces.

“My late husband served in the RAF for 23 years so it is a cause that is close to my heart,” she said.

The money was presented to Susan Swinburn, chief executive of the South Lincolnshire Blind Society where the BHive is based.

“Place2Bee gives men the time and space they need to relax and help each other,” she said. “On some evenings up to 50 men can attend, quite a few of whom are ex-forces and this very kind donation will help us to continue providing the help they need.

“We are very grateful to Gloria for highlighting the issue and how important it is to provide support for men’s mental health in our community, this donation will help us to continue to provide that safe space just for men in a non-clinical environment in the heart of our town.”

 

Picture shows Cllr Gloria Johnson (left) with Susan Swinburn. Image credit: South Kesteven District Council

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