10 More Minutes

More than just Peer-to-peer mental health support

A Community Interest Company dedicated to building a community of like minded people. Who together can reducing loneliness and emotional distress through immediate, authentic peer-to-peer conversations. Quick support in manageable 10-minute sessions for people of all ages experiencing poor mental health.

The Crisis is Real

Loneliness and mental health challenges are affecting millions across the UK. The evidence shows immediate peer support can make a measurable difference in people's lives.

88%
of Young Adults Experience Loneliness
Nearly 9 in 10 Britons aged 18-24 experience loneliness to some degree, with 24% suffering often
26%
Feel Lonely Often or Always
Over a quarter of UK adults report feeling lonely often, always or some of the time
1M+
Older People Often Lonely
Nearly a million older people in the UK are chronically lonely according to Age UK research
31%
Have High Anxiety Levels
Around one-third of adults report having high levels of anxiety, showing widespread mental health struggles
14%
Increase in People Living Alone
Single-person households have surged by 14% in the past decade, fueling rising isolation
6%
Feel Lonely Often or Always
6% of adults report chronic loneliness - that's nearly 4 million people needing support

Our Community Purpose

As a Community Interest Company, 10 More Minutes exists to benefit people of all ages experiencing poor mental health, loneliness, or emotional distress. We go beyond providing a mental health app, we're building a community platform where like minded people can come together to support one another, reduce isolation, and foster genuine human connection.

Building Sustainable Peer Networks

Our service offers quick, almost instant support in short and manageable conversations: ten minutes at a time, giving people a safe space to be heard when they need it most. Over time, we create sustainable peer-to-peer support networks that empower individuals to both give and receive help, linking people with similar experiences to build genuine, empathetic, and deeply impactful understanding.

How We Create Community Benefit

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Immediate Access

The community benefits by having immediate access to short, manageable emotional support sessions, reducing feelings of isolation at the moment they need it most.

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Authentic Connections

We match people with similar experiences to create authentic connections rooted in shared understanding, reducing stigma and increasing feelings of belonging.

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Professional Pathways

The community benefits by ensuring individuals are guided to the right level of professional care when peer support alone is not enough, improving safety and wellbeing outcomes.

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Workplace Integration

We help organizations and community groups embed 10 More Minutes into their wellbeing practices as first-line mental health support, normalizing conversations and reducing stigma.

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Mutual Support

Users can both give and receive support, fostering empathy, mutual understanding, and resilience while feeling valued whether seeking or providing help.

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Continuous Improvement

The community benefits by having a platform that evolves to meet their needs through user feedback, ensuring it remains relevant, effective, and user-led.

Safety & Trust

πŸ”’ Safe & Anonymous

Complete anonymity with optional lightweight profiles. You control what you share and when.

🎯 Trained Support

Volunteer training and ongoing support ensures quality peer-to-peer connections.

🚨 Crisis Support

Clear pathways to professional mental health services and crisis support when needed.

πŸ“‹ Community Guidelines

Clear community standards ensure a safe, supportive environment for all users.

Ready to Connect?

Join our beta and be part of building a community platform that creates genuine impactβ€”where every conversation can make a difference.

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Connect With Us

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our service, want to get involved, or simply want to stay connected with our community mission, reach out through any of these channels.