Mansions OAM and The Brain & Performance Centre unite for mental health awareness month
Mansions Owners Association Management has announced a collaboration with The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company to mark Mental Health Awareness Month this May, launching a month-long series of wellness initiatives across its residential communities under the unifying theme:
Mental health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet many individuals still find it difficult to speak about their emotional challenges. Through this partnership, Mansions OAM and The Brain & Performance Centre aim to create a safe and supportive space for dialogue, awareness, and practical tools that help residents care for their mental wellness.
Throughout the month of May, the programme will focus on four weekly themes, each designed to support different dimensions of emotional, cognitive, and psychological well-being:
● Week 1: Let's Talk About It – Awareness and Conversation Starters
● Week 2: Take a Breath – Stress Relief and Mindfulness
● Week 3: Support Systems – Getting Help and Building Connections
● Week 4: Everyday Acts of Wellness – Daily Routines and Self-Care
Community events, expert-led content, and digital engagement will provide residents with accessible ways to participate, reflect, and connect.
'This initiative is about more than raising awareness — it's about sparking everyday conversations that can lead to lasting change,' said Alexander Karabet, Managing Director of Mansions Owners Association Management.
'We are grateful to partner with The Brain & Performance Centre to bring expert support into our neighbourhoods.'
Dr Craig Cook, CEO of The Brain & Performance Centre, added: 'Mental well-being is not just a health priority — it's a human one. We're proud to partner with Mansions OAM to meet people where they are: in their homes, communities, and everyday moments that shape emotional resilience. Together, we hope to create safe, supportive environments where conversations around brain and mental health are encouraged and normalized.'
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