The Hope Guide Support Groups & Activities in Bath & NE Somerset
Winter – Summer 2017: Edition 6 92 Groups & Activities Includes one-to-one info and Help in a Hurry!
Groups open to adults who want to improve1 their wellbeing, feel socially isolated, or may be affected by mental health issues, substance misuse, or homelessness
Electronic Hope Guide available at www.newhopebanes.org
Artwork by the Gardener’s Lodge Art Group
New Hope volunteers produce the Hope Guide in partnership with St Mungos Bridges to Wellbeing. New Hope is for anyone affected by mental health issues. We give a voice to people with lived experience of mental health issues, reducing stigma in mental health and improving services. We raise the issues that are important to service users and carers. New Hope is a friendly, enthusiastic group of people swapping ideas, supporting each other and most of all making a difference. We work in partnership with, and are supported by, St Mungo’s. New Hope has worked collaboratively with other organisations to host festivals, a ‘what works’ conference and undertake peer research. For more information – Tel: 07825 115775 Email: [email protected]
Each group or activities location has its own colour in the Hope Guide E.g. Bath - blue Chew Magna - pink
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Below is a list of groups and activities in B&NES grouped by day of the week Within the guide they are in alphabetical order
Date or Day – not set Run By Where Pg Becoming a big issue vendor The Big Issue Bath 10 Creative Writing Group Time Bank Plus Bath 16 Food for Thought Bath Mind Various 18 Goldies - singing and Goldies 18 venues 21 activities Hazelmeir Day Service Alzheimer’s Society Bath 22 New Hope Meetings & Café New Hope & St Mungo’s Bath 31 The Bubble - Over 55’s St John’s Bath Bath 40 groups exercise, art & crafts, dance, music, cookery & much more Time Bank - Gardening, Art, Time Bank Plus Bath 41 Knit & Natter, Library of Useful Things, Walking Group, Allotment Group
Monday Run By Where Pg 5-A-Side Bathelona FC Options for Living Bath 7 Beginners Writing Group Creativity Works/Writing Space Bath 10 Computer - Drop In Genesis Trust Life Skills Bath 14 Families Also Matter (FAM) DHI Mid Norton 17 Greenlinks Peer Led Bath 22 Life Skills Art Group Genesis Trust Life Skills Bath 26 Music and Movement Age UK Bath 30 Norton Radstock Lunch Age UK B&NES Norton 31 Bunch Radstock Open Opportunities Bath Mind & Sirona Bath 34 Timsbury Wellbeing Group Sirona, Community Links Timsbury 42 Walking Football Age UK B&NES Bath 43 Women’s Bakery Julian House Bath 45
Tuesday Run By Where Pg Art Group Age UK Bath 8 Art Group Options For Living Bath 8 Bike Workshop Julian House Bath 11 Book Group Age UK B&NES Keynsham 12 Creative Writing Genesis Trust Life Skills Bath 15 Food For Thought Book Gp Genesis Bath 18 Football - Indoor 5 A Side Julian House Bath 19 Gardening Time Bank Plus Bath 20 Hopespace Collaborative working with St Bath 23 Mungo’s KS2 Carer Support group (Peer led) Bath 24
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Keynsham Older People's Age UK B&NES Keynsham 25 Social Group Midsomer Norton Wellbeing Sirona, Community Links Mid Norton 29 Group Odd Down Wellbeing Group Sirona, Community Links Bath 33 Overs 50s Café Time Bank Plus Bath 34 Paulton Walking Group Age UK B&NES Paulton 35 Skill Seekers: Creativity Works, Bath 35 Creative Textiles Sirona Community Learning Sewing Group BEMSCA Bath 37 Snap and Stroll Creativity Works Radstock 37 Tai Chi Age UK B&NES Keynsham 39 Textiles with the Skill Creativity Works, Community Bath 35 Seekers Learning Service Writing Space Peer led & Creativity Works Bath 46
Wednesday Run By Where Pg Allotment Group Sirona, Community Links Radstock 7 Bath Short Walks Group Age UK B&NES Bath 9 Bipolar UK Peer led Bath 11 (Day & Evening Group) Carer’s Music Support Group Soundwell Mid Norton 12 Depression Support Group Depression Alliance Bath 20 Greenlinks Sirona and Bath Mind Bath 22 Grow It, Cook It, Share It Bath City Farm Bath 21 Hub in a Pub Age UK Chew Stoke 23 IT Drop-In Click Cafe Age UK Bath 24 Keynsham Walking Group Age UK Keynsham 25 Make and Bake Bath City Farm Bath 26 Making Sense of Faith Genesis Trust Bath 27 Mid Norton Music Group Soundwell Mid Norton 28 Mid Norton Short Walks Age UK Mid Norton 29 Norton Radstock Age UK B&NES Radstock 33 Walking Group Southside Food Co-Op Time Bank Plus Bath 38 Gardener's Lodge Art Gp Holburne Museum Bath 40 Upholstery Workshop Woodworks Project Bath 42 Wednesday Walkers Volunteers Chilcompton 43 Wellbeing Group Genesis Bath 44 Wheels For All Wheels for All Bath 44 Women’s Crafts Julian House Bath 45
Thursday Run By Where Pg Art Group Age UK Bath 8 Central Bath Music Therapy Soundwell Bath 13 Chew Valley Walking Group Age UK B&NES Chew Valley 13 Culture Club Age UK B&NES Various 16 4
Families Also Matter (FAM) DHI Bath 17 Farm Hands Bath City Farm Bath 17 Fresh Art @ Creativity Works/AWP/Bath Bath 19 Museums Grow It, Cook It, Share It Bath City Farm Bath 21 Keynsham Walking Group Age UK Keynsham 25 Make and Bake Bath City Farm Bath 26 ME/CFS Support Group Carer’s Centre Bath 27 Mendip Storytelling Circle Peer Led Chilcompton 28 Radstock Wellbeing Group Sirona Care, Community links Radstock 36 Tai Chi Age UK B&NES Bath 39 Tea and Talk Julian House Bath 36
Friday Run By Where Pg Bath Central Walks Age UK Bath 9 Chilcompton Friday Club Volunteers Chilcompton 14 Creative Perspectives Creativity Works/Peer Led Bath 15 Greenlinks Peer Led Bath 22 Stitch Friday Bath Mind & Sirona Bath 38 Tai Chi Age UK Bath 39 Chew Magna 39 Think Tank Carers’ Centre (Bath & NE Bath 41 Somerset)
Saturday Run By Where Pg Monthly Open Music Groups Soundwell Bath 30 Wheels for All Wheels for All Bath 44
Organisations Supporting People in BANES Pg Advocacy (mental health) 48 Having a voice 48 Violence, domestic violence and abuse 48 Community mental health 50 Employment related support (mental health) 52 Drug & alcohol support 53 General support 53 Family & Friends Support 54 Housing related support 54 Senior citizen 55 Reading 56 Statutory mental health (Avon and Wiltshire Partnership in B&NES) 57 Help in a Hurry 59
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5-A-Side Bathelona FC - Options for Living
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Katherine Freeman or 5-a-side outdoor football Paul Busby
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Mondays Come along and have some fun kicking a football around with 10:30 -11:30 am like-minded people who enjoy football
Location Who the Group is For Odd Down Sports Anyone who feels this activity will help towards their mental Ground, Bath, wellbeing and improve their physical health BA2 2PR
Cost How to Join £1.00 Contact either Katherine Freeman or Paul Busby per session Tel: 07872 006554 or 07545 235150
Allotment – Greenlinks at the Potting Shed
Facilitators Group/course overview Heather Bonsey Small friendly allotment site. A small group of adults who wish to have a therapeutic learning opportunity
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays An opportunity to learn new skills, develop knowledge about 10:00 am – 2:00 pm nature and horticulture and have fun
Location Who is the group for Leigh House, Adults who feel isolated, but wish to experience outdoor life on the Wells Hill, Radstock allotment site. A small friendly environment with an opportunity to meet others who enjoy the same interests
Cost How to join Small charge for Contact Community Links beverages Tel: 01225 835817 Email: [email protected]
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Art Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Our art group is friendly and well-established, with the cost of attending including a morning coffee
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Attendees provide their own materials 10:00 am –12 noon Thursdays 3:15 – 5:00 pm
Location Who is the group for St Michael's Centre, St Older people Michael's Place, Bath
Cost How to join £3.00 Contact our Active Team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Art Group – Options for Living
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Options for Living A friendly group to have a chat whilst participating in arts and crafts activities. Includes tea, coffee and biscuits
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Every Tuesday The activity varies each week and all materials are provided. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Some examples of activities are; Card making, painting mugs, drawing, glass painting, making Christmas decorations, tie dye etc
Location Who the Group is For St Phillips and St For adults that are being supported with mental health needs or James’ church, learning difficulties. Beginner level Odd Down, Bath
Cost How to Join £2.00 You will be asked to complete a referral form and some people First session is free might be asked to come along with a support worker or carer to begin with. Contact Megan Smith Tel: 07875030923 Email: [email protected]
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Bath Central Walks Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise such as walking can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing. Our walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming - we don't rush our walkers and we always have trained volunteers who lead the walk and give support where needed
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Fridays Meeting point: Bath Bus Station (inside railway station end) 10:20 am
Location Who is the group for Bath Bus Station Older People
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Bath Short Walks Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise such as walking can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing. Our walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays We don't rush our walkers and we always have trained volunteers 10:30 am who lead the walk and give support where needed
Location Who is the group for Varies Older People
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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Becoming a Big Issue Vendor – The Big Issue
Facilitators Group/course overview Chris Taylor The opportunity to earn by selling The Big Issue magazine. Lewis Stewart Vendors buy magazines at £1.25 and sell to the public at £2.50
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monday to Thursday Training, opportunities and specialist support to become a self- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm employed vendor. Including access to free or reduced price services to help manage health including alternative therapies Friday/Saturday and a gym pass scheme. Signposting & referrals to other 9:00am – 1:00pm services training is available. £15.00 deposit for a Big Issue vendor tabard will be required after two weeks as a vendor.
Location Who is the group for Lombard House, Anyone who is homeless vulnerably housed, at risk of 30 St James Parade, homelessness or in financial need Bath, BA1 1UJ
Cost How to join Free Phone 01225 337050, or visit the office to get inducted and get a Big Issue badge. You receive up to 5 free magazines in two stages to get started
Beginners Writing group – Creativity Works & Writing Space
Facilitators Group/course overview Socially engaged artist A new 10 week beginners writing project run in central Bath. The and Writing Space project offers the opportunity for people interested in writing with volunteers little or no experience to have a go and develop new skills in a supported project
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays An opportunity to learn new creative writing skills. No experience 4:00 – 6:00 pm necessary. Make friends in a safe non-judgmental group 20th February - 24th April 2017
Location Who is the group for St. Michaels Without This project is aimed at people who are caring for or who Church, Broad Street, experience mental health issues Bath, BA1 5JL
Cost How to join To book a place contact Philippa Tel: 01761 472977 Email: [email protected]
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Bike Workshop - Julian House
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Bike Mechanics An opportunity to learn how to fix a bike
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Tuesdays Learn about the different parts of a bike, the correct tools to use 1:00 pm and how to maintain or fix a bike, within the bike workshop leading to building your own bike
Location Who the Group is For The Bike Workshop, Anyone who is being supported with homelessness, substance or 35 Corn Street, Bath, alcohol misuse, mental health, domestic abuse or an offending BA1 1UF background Pac Cost How to Join Free Contact Claire Lawrence Tel: 01225 354780 Email: [email protected]
Bipolar UK - Bath Group
Facilitators Group/course overview Helen and Sarah We are a peer support group that meets twice monthly for anyone living with the symptoms of Bipolar or their friends and family
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Day group: First Providing support and discussion with others in a similar position Wednesday of the in a friendly and informal setting month 12:30 - 2:30 pm Evening group: Third Wednesday of the month 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Location Who is the group for Goodridge room, The group and monthly meetings are run by and for people United Reform Church, affected by bipolar. Family members, friends and carers are all Grove St, Bath also welcome
Cost How to join £1.00 donation Just drop-in or call a group member towards refreshments Tel: 07534 530340 If your call is not answered, please leave a message Website: www.bipolaruk.org.uk
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Book Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES The group meets upstairs at Keynsham library and is open to anyone of 55+. The group decides what books they would like to read and draws up a reading programme
Day/Date/Time/Locati Activity detail on Last Tuesday of every Refreshments are available in the café downstairs where the month group can gather for a drink after the session 10:00 - 11:30 am Keynsham Library Who is the group for Older People Third Tuesday each month 10:00 - 11:30 am Mid Norton Library
Cost How to join £3.00 Contact our Active team Suggested donation Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Carer’s Music Support Group
Facilitators Group/course overview Lisa & Bob A music support group for carers
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays Alleviate the stress of your caring role and join this supportive, (monthly) 1:15 - 2:45 creative music workshop. No musical experience necessary pm
Location Who is the group for Midsomer Norton, Carers over 18 living in B&NES or caring for a B&NES resident various
Cost How to join Donation of choice Contact Soundwell Tel: 03003 653400, 07778 527954 Email: [email protected]
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Chew Valley Walking Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise such as walking, which can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Every 2nd and 4th Our walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming. We don't rush our Thursday of the walkers and always have trained volunteers who lead the walk month. 10:30 am and give support where needed
Location Who is the group for Varies Older People
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Central Bath Music Therapy Group – Soundwell
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Soundwell Music therapy group. Emma and Richard To help relieve stress, anxiety and depression
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Thursdays Music therapy group, to share problems and difficulties in a safe Late Morning space without the need to talk. To promote creativity, wellbeing, self-expression and a sense of belonging through the music created
Location Who the Group is For Central United Individuals living with any sort of mental distress including those Reformed Church, with high mental health support needs, anxiety, stress, Grove St, Bath, BA2 depression, unwanted thoughts. No musical experience needed 4BA, Disabled access
Cost How to Join Tea and coffee with This is a referral only group. small donation For more information Tel: 07807 397736 Email: [email protected]
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Chilcompton Friday Club
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Volunteers Coffee club
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Fridays Coffee/tea and cake served at 10:15 am. Members chat and later 10:15 – 11:30 am play cards
Location Who the Group is For Chilcompton Village Anyone can drop in Hall
Cost How to Join £1.00 Just come along or Tel: 01761 232774 Email: [email protected]
Computer Drop in - Genesis Trust Life Skills
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Volunteer IT Support Opportunity to access computers and the internet for free. Help given if/when you need it
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Mondays Access the internet for job searches, housing and benefit 2:00 – 4:00 pm information or to hone your computer skills with friendly support
Location Who the Group is For Genesis Life Skills, Vulnerable adults who do not have access to the internet or need St John's South support with application forms etc Parade, Bath
Cost How to Join Free Contact Denise for details Tel: 01225 463549
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Creative Perspectives - Creativity Works
Facilitators Group/course overview Group members, A creative peer led group to support creativity, health and visiting artists and wellbeing in Bath. Develop creative ideas, share skills and meet volunteers others in a supportive, friendly environment
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Fridays Group members support the running of the group and bring ideas, 2:00 – 5:00 pm themes and projects. A great opportunity to make friends. Group members facilitate sessions with occasional visiting artist led sessions. Some materials provided
Location Who is the group for Central Bath Suitable for those who would like to support their wellbeing through creativity
Cost How to join £1.00 donation Booking is essential. To attend, contact Philippa Tel: 01761 438852 Email: [email protected]
Creative Writing – Genesis Trust Life Skills
Facilitators Group/course overview Letti Creative Writing Volunteer
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Exploring different genres, from poetry to short story writing, in a 11:30 am -1:30 pm friendly relaxed environment
Location Who is the group for Genesis, Life Skills, Vulnerable adults in recovery from mental health wanting to meet St John's, South in a small group and develop their writing skills Parade, Bath
Cost How to join Free For more information please contact Denise Tel: 01225 463549
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Creative Writing Group - Time Bank Plus
Facilitators Group/course overview Bernadette Macey, Friendly peer-led group, which meets fortnightly to share and Volunteer develop their creative writing skills in a supportive atmosphere
Day/Date/Time Activity detail By arrangement Members can bring their own writing or poetry to share with the group, or take part in group writing exercises and other projects
Location Who is the group for Time Bank Office, 86 Anyone who would like to share or develop their skills in High Street, Twerton expressing themselves through writing or poetry. Group members Bath are expected to become members of the Time Bank
Cost How to join Free for Time Bank Contact Time Bank Plus members Tel: 01225 442813 Email: [email protected]
Culture Club - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Our Culture Club is an exciting monthly scheme that allows members to meet and socialise while expanding their interest base through visiting museums, historical sites and local points of interest. They also welcome speakers and indulge in other cultural activities like going to the theatre
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Last Thursday of the More information about the current schedule for Culture Club month activities can be found on the Age UK B&NES website
Location Who is the group for Varied programme of Older People events
Cost How to join Varies Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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Families Also Matter (FAM) – DHI
Facilitators Group/Course Overview DHI staff A weekly group for families and individuals that are affected by someone else's drug use
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Mondays The group enables people to share experiences, coping 4:00 – 5:00 pm strategies and improve understandings of how they can positively Midsomer Norton, support someone who is using substances Thursdays 6:00 – 7:30 pm Bath
Location Who the Group is For Midsomer Norton Anyone who is affected by the substance use of a friend, partner The Recovery Hub, or family member to meet others in a similar situation High St, BA3 2DP Bath – Project 28, 28 Southgate St, Bath, BA1 1TP
Cost How to Join Free Tel: 01225 329411 or 01761 419086 to register for this group
Farm Hands - Bath City Farm
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Rebecca Ashton Get hands on with our lovely Farm Animals. Help to look after our flock of Chickens and Ducks, Pygmy goats, Shetland Ponies, Sheep and Pigs. You will be supported to feed them, clean them out, handle them and carry out basic animal health checks. Delicious lunch included
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Thursdays Animal Therapy Project set in a beautiful location. A friendly 10:00 am – 1:00 pm relaxed supportive group that enjoys working with animals. Task vary each week, but all involve animal care
Location Who the Group is For Bath City Farm, For people wanting to improve their mental health, particularly if Kelston View, you would benefit from rewarding physical activity. Disabled Bath, BA2 1NW access available
Cost How to Join Free For more information, to sign up, or to refer a client contact Sarah Tel: 01225 481269 Email: [email protected]
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Food for Thought
Facilitators Group/course overview Judith Green FFT A cooking enterprise for people of all abilities wanting to learn coordinator how to cook and improve their skills, try new dishes and help with catering. Joining Food for Thought as a volunteer is an opportunity to take small steps towards employment
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Various – contact Short courses advertised through the Wellbeing College. This is a Judith for an up to date good way of seeing whether you would like to be involved and list of events help with catering for events. All volunteers will be supported to complete a food hygiene course
Location Who is the group for Various - Any adult who would like to improve their mental and physical Courses are wellbeing through cooking with others. advertised via the This is collaboration between Bath Mind, Creativity Works & St. Wellbeing College Mungo’s Mulberry House
Cost How to join Contact Judith Green Tel: 01225316199 Email: [email protected]
Food for Thought – Book group Genesis Life Skills
Facilitators Group/course overview Christine Read Book group opportunity to discuss authors, books that interest Volunteer you
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Bring a book, poem or an article that you enjoy, or has got you 2:00 – 3:00 pm thinking, and share it with the rest of the group in a relaxed way. term time only Or come to listen and join in discussion
Location Who is the group for Genesis Life Skills, St Vulnerable Adults John’s, South Parade, Bath
Cost How to join Free Contact Carey or Matt Tel: 01225 463549
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Football - Indoor 5 A Side - Julian House
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Vinney Ongoing 5-a side indoor football group support worker
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Tuesdays Fun, fitness and 5-a-side matches with a qualified football coach. 5:30 pm Work on your football skills and improve your fitness in this friendly group
Location Who the Group is For Aquaterra People who are engaging with agencies in B&NES for support Sports Centre, North with homelessness, drugs or alcohol issues, mental health or an Parade offending background Bath
Cost How to Join £1.00 per session Contact Claire Lawrence for a referral form Tel: 01225 354660 Email: [email protected] or ask your support worker to refer you
Fresh Art @ The Swallows – Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Trust (AWP), Creativity Works & Bath Museums
Facilitators Group/course overview Socially engaged A 12 week creative visual arts project which runs within Bath artist, volunteers, AWP museums. The project offers an opportunity to visit and create & Creativity Works artwork within 3 of Baths museums, and donate artwork to the Fresh Art@ project for The Swallows, Paulton Hospital
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Thursdays An opportunity to learn new creative visual art skills. No 2:00 - 4:30 pm experience necessary. Make friends in a safe non-judgmental 16th Feb - 4th May ‘17 group
Location Who is the group for Holburne Museum, No This project is aimed at people who are caring for and people who 1 Royal Crescent, have experience of mental health issues and would like to support American Museum their wellbeing through creativity
Cost How to join Free Contact Nat Tel: 07921 8880056 Mobile: 07921 880056 Email: [email protected]
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Depression Support Group - Friends in Need & Bath Mind
Facilitators Group/course overview Becky Hughesman Weekly meeting for people who are experiencing low mood or and volunteers depression and want peer support to help them recover. There is also an evening group who meet 5-7pm ad hoc.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays People benefit from talking with others, making friends and 12:00 - 2:00 pm developing coping skills, which support recovery. The group Plus an evening group decide if they are doing activities such as going for a walk, who meet in a cafe meeting at a museum or going out for an evening meal
Location Who is the group for Manvers St, Bath Anyone who feels in a low mood or suffers from depression and anxiety that affects their mental health & wellbeing
Cost How to join £1.00 per week Contact Becky Hughesman Refreshments are Tel: 07495 579251 or 01225316199 available at members Email: [email protected] own cost from Manvers St Café
Gardening – Time Bank Plus
Facilitators Group/course overview Rowan Wynne Jones, Small team of volunteers supervised by an experienced gardener team leader
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays The gardening team help local residents who are members of the 2:00pm – 4:00pm Time Bank to maintain their gardens. Group members work at their own pace and receive training and support from the gardening team leader
Location Who is the group for Time Bank Office Anyone who enjoys gardening. Training is provided. Those 86 High Street wishing to join need to become members of the Time Bank Twerton, Bath
Cost How to join Free Drop in to our office at 86 High Street, Twerton, or Tel: 01225 442813 Email: [email protected]
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Goldies - Singing and Activities Sessions
Facilitators Group/course overview Jacqui,Jeanie,Fran, Dan Singing and activity sessions
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monthly 18 places across Bath & NE Somerset 2 hour sessions Please check out the website for dates and times
Location Who is the group for Bath area - Larkhall, Elderly people who are socially isolated as well as people with Odd Down, Whiteway, learning difficulties and dementia Twerton, Larkhall, Englishcombe, Singing is good for you; it encourages good breathing and Oldfield Pk, Haviland brightens up your day. It gives you a chance to meet other Pk, B’hampton, B’wick people and puts a SMILE on your face Plus sessions in: Welton, Timsbury, “Singing should be on prescription" says founder Grenville Jones Westfield, Peasedown, Keynsham Mid Norton
Cost How to join Tel: 01761 470006 Email: [email protected] Website: www.golden-oldies.org.uk
Grow It, Cook It, Share It – Bath City Farm
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Sarah Chapple A gardening project where volunteers can get involved in Rebecca Ashton activities such as animal care, learning to cook with own grown produce, gardening in our large allotment, maintaining our flower beds for visitors to enjoy and propagating plants to sell
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Wednesdays Friendly, relaxed group for anyone looking to get involved with 10:00 am - 3:00 pm positive outdoor activities that help improve physical and mental Thursdays health. The farm is a beautiful setting with amazing views and 10:00 am - 3:00 pm lovely gardens and animals
Location Who the Group is For Bath City Farm The project is for anyone who has suffered mental distress and Kelston View we have activities to suit all abilities. Bath, BA2 1NW There is disabled access to the farm
Cost How to Join Free Contact Sara Chapple or Rebecca Ashton Tel: 01225 481269 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] 21
Greenlinks
Facilitators Group/course overview Peer led, supported by Gardening for leisure and pleasure on a delightful allotment Bath Mind and Sirona space. Develop knowledge and skills around nature and horticulture, nurturing and harvesting produce.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays & Members benefit from working outside with others, making Wednesdays 12:30 – friends, developing social skills and developing gardening skills 3:30 pm with support & leading to paid employment. The site has a shared shed, poly- Fridays peer led tunnel and environmentally friendly disabled access toilet. Occasional cooking on site with Food for Thought
Location Who is the group for Monksdale Road Anyone who wants to improve their physical or mental wellbeing Bath by working outdoors. There are raised beds for people who use BA2 2JF wheelchairs, as the site is on uneven ground
Cost How to join £1.00 per week Contact: donation towards Tel: 01225 831852 refreshments and Email: [email protected] produce
Hazelmeir Day Service
Facilitators Group/course overview Alzheimer’s Society Our day care and support service provides care and support for a person with dementia in a safe and comfortable environment
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monday, Tuesday, An opportunity to engage in meaningful activities and receive Thursday & Friday stimulation through social contact. Small group activity or one-to- 10:00 am – 3:30 pm one support. People with dementia supported to make informed choices on how they spend their time and encouraged to maintain independence, but will, where appropriate, be supported to attend to their own health and personal care needs
Location Who is the group for People over 65 who have received a dementia diagnosis
Cost How to join £35.80 per day + £5.75 Contact Kate Croker (Day services Manager) refreshments Tel: 01225 396729 Email: [email protected]
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Hopespace – A Weekly Social Café
Facilitators Group/course overview Laura Dunlap, Alison A weekly social club. An informal gathering offering Barclay, Debbie refreshments, conversation, games and companionship Hobbs, Steve Michaels
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Informal gathering in a cafe atmosphere. Participants choose 6:30 – 9:00 pm what they want to do. Some like to talk, some like to play chess, some like to draw pictures. This is your group to enjoy however you wish, in the company of others. Or simply relax with a good cup of coffee or tea. Board games and art supplies are available and refreshments are free
Location Who is the group for St Michael’s Hall, St Anyone feeling socially isolated, emotionally fragile, depressed or Michael’s Place, Near anxious, looking for a safe space in which to socialise, make new the Little Theatre, Bath friends or relax in an accepting and comfortable environment
Cost How to join Free – donations Come along to any Tuesday evening gathering or contact Laura always welcome Tel: 07900 253325 Email: [email protected]
Hub in a Pub - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES The Hub in a Pub incorporates a whole series of monthly activities and events, including an art group, book group, walking group, cooking course, creative writing group and gadget buster sessions, Lunch Bunch, talks and tours to various nearby sites
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays
Location Who is the group for The Stoke Inn, Chew Older people Stoke
Cost How to join Varies Contact our Active team: Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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IT - Drop-In Click Café - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES We offer tea/coffee and the opportunity to get help with any laptop and tablet issues, or you can drop in to use your gadget while people are on-hand to help
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays One-to-one sessions with a tutor can be booked in advance 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Location Who is the group for St Michael's Centre, St Older people Michael's Place, Bath
Cost How to join £3.00 Contact our Active Team Includes coffee/tea Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected] and advice from tutors
KS2 - Carer Support Group
Facilitators Group/course overview Bev ,Tanya, Eddie, Peer support group for carers of people with mental health Mary And Gina difficulties
Day/Date/Time Activity detail 2nd Tuesday of each We offer peer support and access to information for carers. We month aim to improve relationships and raise carer awareness with 7:00 – 9:00 pm statutory mental health organisations via face to face meetings
Location Who is the group for Bath Carers’ Centre This is a group for any carer of someone with mental health Lower Bristol Road difficulties. It is run by other carers who have an understanding of Bath, BA2 9ES the challenges that carers face
Cost How to join Free Contact us on: Tel: 07528 668040 Twitter: @KS2Bath Website: www.KS2Bath.org
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Keynsham Older People's Social Group (KOPS) Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES KOPS has a varied programme of visits from speakers, craft sessions, trips and outings
Day/Date/Time Activity detail First Tuesday of every Visit the Age UK B&NES website to see the upcoming schedule month for KOPS 2:00 pm
Location Who is the group for Community@67, Older People Queens Road, Keynsham
Cost How to join Varies Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Keynsham Walking Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays (variable Walking can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing. Our programme) walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming - we don't rush our Every 1st & 3rd walkers and we always have trained volunteers who lead the walk Thursday of month and give support where needed (meeting time generally 10:00 am)
Location Who is the group for Keynsham Older People
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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Life Skills Art Group - Genesis Trust
Facilitators Group/course overview Denise Weikert, Jaq The Genesis Life Skills Art Group aims to encourage and support Hough people to have a go at art in a relaxed, playful and experimental way. We offer a range of art activities including gallery visits and workshops and the opportunity to take part in exhibitions. Suitable for beginners
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays We are a friendly and welcoming group who support each other in 10:45 am -1:00 pm our creativity. Support to try out new ideas and techniques
Location Who is the group for Main Hall, St John’s Vulnerable adults living with mental ill health and adults in RC Church, South recovery. Beginners welcome. We provide a safe and Parade, Bath supportive space to meet new people & improve confidence
Cost How to join Free For more information and application form please contact Denise Tel: 01225 463549
Make and Bake - Bath City Farm
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Sarah Neale Volunteers will be supported to do a variety of craft activities such Mali Kedward as making candles, spinning wool, lavender bags etc to sell in our farm shop. Baking activities include making chutneys and jams, cakes, pastries and much more. Made products go on sale through our farm shop and at craft fairs, the farm café and village fetes to fund the project.
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Crafting session Relaxed social activity in beautiful surroundings. A friendly small Weds 1.30 - 3.30 pm group. A chance for volunteers to express their creativity, learn Baking sessions new skills, socialise with others and take pride in producing great Thurs 1:00 - 4:00 pm gifts for the public to admire and purchase
Location Who the Group is For Bath City Farm, People suffering from mental health issues or social isolation, Kelston View, Ideal for volunteers with reduced mobility. Disabled access Bath, BA2 1NW available
Cost How to Join Free For more information, to sign up, or to refer a client contact Sara Tel: 01225 481269 Email: [email protected]
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ME / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group BANES
Facilitators Group/course overview Sian Milns Drop In
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monthly 90 minute A peer led support and social group for parents and carers of session, usually 1st children with M.E. / CFS Thursday of the month 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Location Who is the group for Carers’ Centre, Parents and carers of children with M.E. / CFS Woodlands, Lower Bristol Road Bath, BA2 9ES
Cost How to join Free but donations For more free support, activities, breaks and advice welcome Freephone 08000 388885 Email: [email protected] Sign up at Website: www.banescarerscentre.org.uk
Making Sense of Faith - Genesis Trust
Facilitators Group/course overview Matt Prescott Exploring Faith and the Bible to make sense of the ups and downs of life
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesday 1:00-3:00 Meditations, discussions and prayer
Location Who is the group for Genesis Life skills St Anyone who struggles with mental health problems/ John’s, south Parade, homelessness and wants to explore the Christian faith and Bath spirituality
Cost How to join Free For further information, contact Denise or Matt Tel: 01225 463549
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Mendip Storytelling Circle
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Martin Horler, Colin All welcome to listen or tell a story; myths, legends, riddles, Emmett, Terence ballads, modern and ancient tales and more McCarthaigh
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail 7:30 pm Please note the evening is an entertainment for adults. Special First Thursday of the events including children’s events are held at other times month - Sept to May
Location Who the Group is For Chewton Mendip All welcome Village Hall, BA3 4LL
Cost How to Join Free Email: [email protected]
Midsomer Norton Music Group – Soundwell
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Helen and Bob Music Therapy Group
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Fortnightly –Weds Music Therapy Group using Song-writing improvisation and 1:00 – 2:30 pm recording to help relieve stress, anxiety and depression – and to promote creativity, wellbeing, self-expression and a sense of belonging through the music created
Location Who the Group is For The Old Town Hall, Individuals living with any sort of mental distress, including those The Island, Midsomer with high mental health support needs, anxiety, stress, Norton, BA3 2HQ depression, unwanted thoughts. No musical experience needed Disabled access
Cost How to Join Small Donation Referral only group. Contact Soundwell Tel: 1225 862938, 07519 732612 Email: [email protected]
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Midsomer Norton Short Walks - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Short, flat walking. This can improve physical, mental and social Volunteer led wellbeing. Refreshments afterwards
Day/Date/Time Activity detail 1st and 3rd Wednesday Our walks are up to one mile long in various settings. They are of the month gentle, friendly and welcoming - we don't rush our walkers and we 10:00 am always have trained volunteers who lead the walk and give support where needed
Location Who is the group for From Midsomer Norton Anyone over 50. Hub, Masonic Lodge, Redfield Road
Cost How to join £15.00 annual Contact our Active team membership Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Midsomer Norton Wellbeing Group - Community Links
Facilitators Group/course overview Mandy King A peer led support group for adults who wish to improve their Support worker mental and physical wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays The aim of the group is to be peer led with the initial support from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Sirona Care and Health staff. We aim to have planned activities which the group members decide upon. There will be time to socialise and an opportunity to gain confidence to plan for the future
Location Who is the group for Midsomer Norton Town Adults who are feeling low in mood, isolated, depressed, anxious, Hall maybe loss of confidence. Or simply would like to improve their The Island mental wellbeing One to one advice offered to individuals to plan BA3 2HQ for their future
Cost How to join Weekly £1.00 fee, plus For further information, contact the Community Links office a small charge for Tel: 01225 835817 Email: [email protected] beverages
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Monthly Open Music Groups – Soundwell
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Bob and Ellie Soundwell Monthly Open Music Groups
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Saturdays (monthly) Open to anyone interested in using music to de-stress, to share a 11.00 - 12:00 am creative experience with others and to support their well-being. An opportunity to explore and make music together in a safe and creative space.
No musical skills are necessary. There’s a wide variety of easily accessible, good quality instruments. A creative approach to general wellbeing
Location Who the Group is For Central United Adults over 18 living in B&NES or caring for a B&NES resident. Reformed Church, No musical experience needed. (Disabled Access) Grove St, Bath
Cost How to Join Donation of Choice Contact Soundwell Tel: 03003 653400, 07778 527954 Email: [email protected]
Music & Movement - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES If you are an older person and enjoy moving to music and want to either get fit or improve your fitness, this is the class for you
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays The class accommodates all levels 10:30 - 11:00 am
Location Who is the group for United Reformed Older People Church, Grove St, Bath
Cost How to join £3.00 Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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New Hope Meetings and Café
Facilitators Group/Course Overview New Hope We give a voice to people with lived experience of mental health issues. Reducing stigma in mental health and improving services. We raise the issues that are important to service users and carers. A friendly, enthusiastic group of people swapping ideas, supporting each other and most of all making a difference
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Dates vary – call for info New Hope meetings are monthly: See to the left or check the website for latest dates. For more informal cafe/coffee mornings: check the website or call for latest updates
Location Who the Group is For Green Park Station Anybody affected by mental health issues. South Vaults, Bath Service users, carers and more
Cost How to Join Free Come along to a meeting or Tel: 0782 5115775 Email: [email protected]
Norton Radstock Lunch Bunch - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES A sociable lunch group who meet in various pubs around the Norton/Radstock area
Day/Date/Time Activity detail First Monday of the The schedule can vary so get in touch for upcoming dates and month details
Location Who is the group for Various pubs across Older People Norton Radstock
Cost How to join Price of lunch Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise such as walking can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail 1st and 3rd Wednesday Our walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming - we don't rush our of month walkers and we always have trained volunteers who lead the walk 10:00 am and give support where needed
Location Who is the group for Meeting point: Outside Older People Midsomer Norton Town Hall
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Odd Down Wellbeing Group - Community Links
Facilitators Group/course overview Lesley Johnston A peer led group for adults who wish to improve their mental and Support Worker physical wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays The aim of the group is to be peer led with initial support from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Sirona Care and Health Staff. We aim to have planned activities which the group members decide upon. There will be time to socialise and an opportunity to gain confidence to plan for the future
Location Who is the group for Odd Down Adults who are feeling low in mood, isolated, depressed, anxious, Community Centre maybe loss of confidence. Or simply would like to improve their Odins Road, mental and physical wellbeing. Bath, BA2 2TL One to One advice to enable individuals to plan for the future
Cost How to join £1.00 plus small Contact the Community Links office for further information beverage charge Tel: 01225 837092 Email: [email protected]
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Open Opportunities – Bath Mind & Sirona
Facilitators Group/course overview Bath Mind & Sirona staff Drop in group for adults who want emotional and social support in and volunteers order to improve their mental and physical wellbeing. The focus is on supporting people to plan a way forward and live a full and active life in the community
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monday Activities decided on and arranged by members supported by 11:00 am - 2:00 pm staff and volunteers. Activities range from those helping wellbeing to supporting steps to volunteering and employment. Cooking on the 1st Monday of every month, led by volunteers, members and invited cooks such as the Food for Thought Coordinator
Location Who is the group for Manvers St Open Open Opportunities is for any adult who wants emotional support House, Milsom Room, to help them move forward and improve their mental and physical Manvers St, Bath BA1 wellbeing 1JW Disabled access
Cost How to join £2.50 per week and Drop in and speak to one of the staff or Contact the Sirona £4.00 on the 1st Community Links team. Monday of the month if Tel: 01225 831411 Email: [email protected] eating the meal
Over 50’s Café – Time Bank Plus
Facilitators Group/course overview Viv Talbot or Friendly, low cost, drop-in cafe offering light lunches, soups, Lys Wild sandwiches, snacks, cake and hot drinks. Optional activities may include crafts and board games
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Activities vary according to the interests and skills of participants. 12:00 – 3:30 pm Current opportunities include crochet, rag rug making, board games and language help
Location Who is the group for Rose Cottage, 43 High Anyone over the age of 50 Street, Twerton, Bath
Cost How to join Low cost Just pop in, or ring the Time Bank Hot drinks - 50p Tel: 01225 442813 to check the café is open Soup and bread - £2
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Skill Seekers: Creative Textiles Creativity Works, Community Learning Service
Facilitators Group/course overview Sirona mental health Skill Seekers is a group that meets weekly to socialise, create worker, Creativity and develop projects, boost confidence, experiment, share and Works, socially engaged learn creative textile techniques in a small supportive group. The artist and volunteers group is supported by a Sirona mental health worker, a creative arts volunteer and there is a visiting tutor once a month.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays An opportunity to learn new creative textile skills. Sessions 1:30 – 4:00 pm explore textiles with yarns, print making, dyeing and stitching. No previous experience is necessary
Location Who is the group for Odd Down Community Suitable for those who would like to support their wellbeing Centre, Odins Road, through creativity. This project is aimed at people who are caring Bath, BA2 2TL for and people who have experience of mental health issues.
Cost How to join £2.00 per session Contact Lesley Johnston Tel: 01225 831411 Email: [email protected]
Paulton Walking Group - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES Gentle exercise such as walking can improve physical, mental and social wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Every 2nd and 4th Our walks are gentle, friendly and welcoming. We don't rush our Tuesday of the month walkers and we always have trained volunteers who lead the walk 10:00 am and give support where needed
Location Who is the group for Paulton Precinct Older People
Cost How to join Free Contact our Active team on Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
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Radstock Wellbeing Group - Community Links
Facilitators Group/course overview Heather Bonsey A peer led support group for adults who wish to improve their Support worker mental and physical wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Thursdays The aim of the group is to be peer led with the initial support from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Sirona Care and Heath staff. We aim to have planned activities which the group members decide upon. There will be time to socialise and an opportunity to gain confidence to plan for the future
Location Who is the group for Radstock Methodist Adults who are feeling low in mood, isolated, depressed, anxious, Church, The Street maybe lack of confidence, or simply would like to improve their Radstock, BA3 3PL mental and physical wellbeing. One to one advice can be offered to enable individuals to plan for their future
Cost How to join Weekly £1.00 fee Contact the Community Links office for further information and plus a small charge for details beverages Tel: 01225 835817 Email: [email protected]
Tea and Talk- Julian House
Facilitators Group/course overview Gillian, Volunteer Come along to Tea and Talk to meet new people and broaden your experience of the creative arts
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Thursdays The group look at a variety of different art forms including books, 2:00 – 4:00 pm poetry, art and more, they read and discuss characters, story line and setting and will then often watch the film relating to what they have read and then compare the two. They have also visited places in Bath of historical value and been to see both a Shakespeare play (filmed live) and a live play.
Location Who is the group for Space 2, The group is for people aged over 18 who have or are 55 New King Street experiencing homelessness, drugs or alcohol misuse, domestic Bath violence, mental health issues or who have an offending background.
Cost How to join Free Please contact Kevin Latham 01225 354780, [email protected] 36
Sewing Group – BEMSCA
Facilitators Group/course overview Staff support Sewing Group
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays Join friendly groups, learn new skills, making new friends and 11:00 am - 1:00 pm have fun
Location Who is the group for BEMSCA Open to all senior citizens, including those who are black and Fairfield House ethnic minority 2 Kelston Road Bath, BA1 3QJ
Cost How to join £3.00 per session Tel: 01225 464165 Email: [email protected]
Snap & Stroll Radstock - Creativity Works, Bath College, Wellbeing College
Facilitators Group/course overview Creativity Works Take a fresh look at Radstock through a lens. A 10 week creative Socially Engaged artist photography group to support creativity, health and wellbeing in and volunteers Radstock. Boost confidence, get some fresh air and learn basic digital photography skills within a small supportive group
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays The project offers the opportunity to learn new skills, boost 1.30pm – 4.30pm confidence, get some fresh air and learn basic digital photography From 31st January until skills in a small supportive group. 4th April 2017 No experience necessary. Make friends in a safe non-judgmental group. Digital Cameras will be provided. There will also be the chance to exhibit your work and take part in curating workshops at the end of the course.
Location Who is the group for Radstock College This project is aimed at people who are caring for and people who campus have experience of mental health issues
Cost How to join To book contact Lynsey Parsons, Adult Community Learning Tel: 01225 328822 or Vicki Tel: 01761 433161 ext. 330
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Southside Food Co-op – Time Bank Plus
Facilitators Group/course overview Viv Talbot Bags of locally grown vegetables at affordable prices
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Alternate Wednesdays Food co-op volunteers make up and deliver bags of seasonal local produce. Bags must be ordered and paid for in advance and can be collected from the Time Bank office in Twerton on alternate Wednesdays between 11:30 am and 4:00 pm
Location Who is the group for SW Bath Anyone can join and collect their order, but home delivery is only available in SW Bath. Volunteers are occasionally needed to help with packing bags or delivery
Cost How to join £3.50 to £6.00 per bag, Contact Time Bank Plus depending on size plus Tel: 01225 442813 Email: [email protected] £1.00 delivery
Stitch Friday – Bath Mind & Sirona
Facilitators Group/course overview Textile teacher, Jill Stitch Friday – bring colour to your life. Meet new people, share Forsey ideas, create, relax and have fun
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Fridays With simple projects you can learn to expand on using colour and 10.30 am – 12:00 noon shape. We welcome people who have any crafting ability, from beginners to people with experience. The Stitch Friday textile courses run each Friday with breaks when the tutor is on leave
Location Who is the group for The Bubble, St John’s Open to any adult Hospital, 4-5 Chapel Court, Bath, BA1 1SQ
Cost How to join £1.00 per week to cover Contact Sue Hall refreshments Tel: 01225 831317 Email: [email protected] Or Becky Hughesman Tel: 011225 316199 Email: [email protected]
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Tai Chi - Bath / Chew Magna / Keynsham - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES and Classes aimed at older people who have not tried Tai Chi before Paddy Nisbett but are looking for an introduction to this form of gentle exercise
Day/Date/Time/Locatio Activity detail n Bath United Reformed The class can be carried out seated but we do encourage most Church, Grove Street participants to stand and move around as much as possible Time - see activity Bath times - Chew Magna Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 am & 2:00 - 3:00 pm Millennium Hall, Fridays 10:00 - 11:00 am & 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Fri 11:30 - 12:30 Keynsham Who is the group for Victoria Methodist Ch Older People Tues 2:15 – 3:15 Midsomer Norton Old Town Hall, Mon 11:00 - 12.00
Cost How to join £4.00 Contact Paddy Nisbett Tel: 07769733580
Textiles with the Skill Seekers - Sirona and Creativity Works
Facilitators Group/course overview Annelies Eglie and Boost confidence, experiment, share and learn creative textile Lesley Johnston techniques in a small supportive group. Skill Seekers is a group that meets weekly to socialise, create and develop projects
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays arrive Group meets weekly and is ongoing. There will be 6 facilitated 1:30 – 4:00 pm sessions with a textile artist between September and end From 27th September November. Boost confidence, learn new textile skills and meet others in a small friendly group
Location Who is the group for Odd Down Community Suitable for those who would like to support their wellbeing, are in Centre, Odins Road, recovery from or supporting someone with mental health BA2 2TL challenges
Cost How to join £2.00 To book contact Lesley Johnston Tel: 01225 831411 Email: [email protected]
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The Bubble @ St Johns Bath
Facilitators Group/course overview Various All groups are specifically adapted to suit the over 55’s.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monday to Friday We offer exercise, art and crafts, dance, music, cookery and much more. Please see the ‘what’s on’ section on the St Johns Website. www.stjohnsbath.org.uk
Location Who is the group for Chapel Court Anyone fifty five and over experiencing social isolation and/or Bath, BA1 1SQ loneliness living within Bath and North East Somerset
Cost How to join Most courses are free Please contact Anna Ferguson for further details of charge. Tel: 01225 486403 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stjohnsbath.org.uk
The Gardener's Lodge Art Group - The Holburne Museum
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Louise Campion and A friendly and supportive space to develop your arts skills, be specialist artists who creative and meet others in a safe environment. Get involved in lead our different art projects and exhibitions in Bath and the local area. We believe projects the enjoyment of art can change people’s lives
Day/Date/Time Activity Details Wednesdays A wide range of arts based activities inspired by visiting the 3.30 - 5.00 pm collection and exhibitions in the museum - sculpture, drawing, printing, ceramics and more. Tea and coffee is provided
Location Who the Group is For The Gardener's Lodge, Anyone interested in art or museums that has been affected by Sydney Gardens homelessness, mental health issues or social isolation (behind the Holburne Museum)
Cost How to Join Free Ask your support worker to refer you. Apply through the Genesis Trust, Julian House, DHI, St Mungo’s, AWP’s Recovery Team or Contact Louise Campion on Tel: 01225 388566 Email: [email protected] 40
Think Tank – Carers’ Centre (Bath & NE Somerset)
Facilitators Group/course overview Tom Fox Drop In
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Monthly 90 minute An informal space for carers to have a coffee and a chat and talk session, usually the 4th about what’s on their mind. Meet other carers who have similar Fri of the month experience and get some support and advice both from them and 2:30 – 4:00 pm Tom from the Carers’ Centre
Location Who is the group for Carers’ Centre, Carers of people with mental health challenges (but not dementia: Woodlands, Lwr Bristol we have other support groups’ available for those carers) Rd, Bath BA2 9ES
Cost How to join Free but donations Sign up at www.banescarerscentre.org.uk for more free support, welcome! activities, breaks and advice. Freephone: 0800 0388 885 Email: [email protected]
Time Bank Plus - Gardening, Art, Knitting, Guitar, Cookery
Facilitators Group/course overview Viv Talbot We have a range of ongoing services, groups and activities in the Co-ordinator local area
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Various Regular groups include: see activity detail Gardening: Tuesday 2:00 – 4:00. Foxhill Guitar (beginners): Thursday 2:30 – 4:30. Twerton Art: Friday 2:00 – 4:30. Twerton Art: Tuesday 10:30 – 1:00. Foxhill Knit & Natter: Monday 2:45 – 4:30. Twerton Knit & Natter: Thursday 2:45 – 4:30. Whiteway Cookery classes: Contact us for details Food growing support & training - contact us for details
Location Who is the group for Mostly SW Bath & Time Bank Plus is open to anyone who would like to offer and Foxhill receive help or services from others, join a group or activity or become more involved with their local community
Cost How to join Free Pop into our office at 86 High Street, Twerton or Tel: 01225 442813 Email: [email protected]
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Timsbury Wellbeing Group - Community Links
Facilitators Group/course overview Heather Bonsey A peer led support group for adults who wish to improve their Support worker mental and physical wellbeing
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays The group aims to be peer led with support from Sirona Care and 1:00 - 3:00 pm Health Staff. We aim to have planned activities which the group members decide upon. There will be time to socialise and an opportunity to gain confidence to plan for the future
Location Who is the group for Conygre Hall Adults who are feeling low in mood, isolated, depressed, anxious, Timsbury loss of confidence, or simply would like to improve on their mental wellbeing. One to one advice available to plan for the future
Cost How to join Weekly £1.00 plus a Contact the office for further information and details Cost of beverages Tel: 01225 837092 or 01225 835817 Email: [email protected]
Upholstery Workshop- The Woodworks Project
Facilitators Group/course overview Leigh-Anne Treadwell Upholstery
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays Learn the tricks of the traditional upholstery trade, restoring and 9:30 am – 4:30 pm rebuilding quality chairs using all natural traditional materials, such as hessian, twine, calico and horsehair. You’ll be able to identify furniture worthy of the enchanting process, strip back and prepare the framework, and rebuild the entire seat from stretching webbing, stuffing and stitching, to the trade secrets of cuts, corners and folds. Be rewarded by your works transformation
Location Who is the group for Units 1-4 Victoria Park Typically service users are those with a physical or mental health Business Centre condition or in recovery from addiction, but our projects are open Midland Rd. Bath to anyone who feels they would benefit from structured days BA1 3AX spent learning a meaningful and creative pursuit in our workshops
Cost How to join Contact: Stephen Budd Tel: 01225-313240 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thewoodworksproject.com
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Walking Football - Age UK B&NES
Facilitators Group/course overview Age UK B&NES and A group is for over 50s who want join us for our slower version of Nick Dewfall (coach) the game, which offers a fantastic way to keep the mind and body engaged. The aim is to draw once-active people back to their sporting roots and engage those who want to gradually improve their fitness in a social environment
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays Anyone interested can turn up on the day, ensuring they are 10:00 – 11:00 am wearing sensible clothing for exercise, and football boots if they have them (though boots are available to borrow in various sizes)
Location Who is the group for Odd Down, Bath Older People
Cost How to join £3.00 Contact our Active team Tel: 01225 484510 Email: [email protected]
Wednesday Walkers – Chilcompton
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Volunteers Walking group run by volunteers
Day/Date/Time Activity Details 1st and 3rd Wednesday Up to a dozen people walk the footpaths around Chilcompton of the month twice a month, taking an hour or two. On return to the village hall 10:30 am we have tea/coffee and biscuits. By talking as we walk and socialising over refreshments we have met new people and enjoyed their company. Strong shoes or boots are needed and raincoat for wet weather
Location Who the Group is For Chilcompton Village Hall For anyone who wants to walk 3 or 4 miles. Taking up to 2 hours
Cost How to Join £1.00 for refreshments Just turn up or phone first. Tel: 01761 232774 Email: [email protected]
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Wellbeing Group - Genesis Life Skills
Facilitators Group/course overview Denise Developing or improving skills to help employability
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Wednesdays Projects change regularly
Location Who is the group for Genesis Life Skills, St Vulnerable adults and anyone who experiences mental health John’s South Parade, issues Bath
Cost How to join Free Contact Denise for application form Tel: 01225 463549
Wheels for All
Facilitators Group/course overview Chris Revill Wheels for All.
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Saturdays Regular inclusive cycling sessions on Sat & Wed using adapted 1:00 - 2:30 pm bikes and tricycles. Sessions use the Odd Down 1.5k purpose (x 3 pcm) built closed road type cycling circuit. Wednesdays 6 indoor sessions run during winter. See website for details 3:30 - 5:00 pm Sessions may vary throughout the year. Please check website (indoor sessions 12:00 - 1:00 pm)
Location/s Who is the group for Odd Down Cycle Circuit, Children, young people & adults who may find riding two wheel Bath, BA2 2PR bikes difficult due to disability, lack of confidence or health issues. (indoors at Beechen Essentially anyone who would like to enjoy the health and well - Cliff Sport Barn) being benefits of riding a bike or a trike in the security of a traffic free outdoor space
Cost How to join £3.00 with loan bike For registration details, to check bike availability and for enquires £2.00 with own bike about ‘own group’ sessions £7.00 family rate Tel: 07530 263014 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cycling.org.uk
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Women’s Crafts - Julian House
Facilitators Group/Course Overview Claire A relaxing and supportive all female group who are exploring Casework lead different crafts
Day/Date/Time Activity Detail Wednesdays Have a go at some different crafts chosen by the group, such as 1:30 pm sewing, card making and other crafts in a friendly and supportive environment
Location Who the Group is For Space 2 Clients who are engaging with agencies in B&NES for support 55 New King Street, with homelessness, drugs or alcohol issues, mental health or an Bath offending background
Cost How to Join Free Contact Claire Lawrence Tel: 01225 354660 Email: [email protected] or ask your Support worker to refer you
Women’s Bakery Group - Julian House
Facilitators Group/course overview Lydia- Volunteer A small friendly & supportive group which enables women to try Julian House their hand at a variety of different crafts
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Mondays Learn a variety of crafting skills including, hand & machine 1:00 – 3:30 pm sewing, decoupage, card making, felt work and more
Location Who is the group for Space 2, Anyone who is being supported with homelessness, substance or Julian House alcohol misuse, mental health, domestic abuse or an offending 55 New King Street background Bath, BA1 2BN
Cost How to join Free Contact Claire Lawrence Tel: 01225 354660 Email: [email protected]
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Writing Space – Creativity Works
Facilitators Group/course overview Volunteers A creative writing and poetry group for people with experience of group members, visiting writing who would like to meet others to share ideas and mutual artists and volunteers, support in the writing process. Some sessions will be facilitated Creativity Works by a writer; others will be for the group to continue developing their ideas
Day/Date/Time Activity detail Tuesdays A (Peer led) self-support group offering support to members 1:00 – 4:00 pm through sharing and learning creative writing skills. Members support the running of the group and bring ideas to the group and decide on themes and approaches they would like to cover. A great opportunity make friends in a safe non-judgmental group
Location Who is the group for St. Michaels Without The group is for people who have some experience of creative Church, Broad Street, writing and would like to develop their skills and share ideas. A Bath, BA1 5JL (peer led) self-support group for people who have some experience of isolation, anxiety, depression and mental health issues and provides a safe, non-judgemental space to meet others
Cost How to join £2.00 Contact Philippa Tel: 01761 438852 Email: [email protected]
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ORGANISATIONS SUPPORTING PEOPLE IN BANES
GRANTS B&NES Supporting Communities Fund, Provided by the BANES adult care, supporting people and communities team. Enabling local communities to tackle some of the causes of mental ill health, social isolation and distress, and to promote and improve mental wellbeing. Grants up to £2,500 are available for groups. It is administered by Quartet. Website: www.quartetcf.org.uk. To search for funding in B&NES - free facility: www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/neighbourhoods-and-community-safety/community-grants-and-funding
TRAINING AND VOLUNTEERING
Bath Mind: Training for any adult Mental Health Awareness: 1/2 or one day Mental Health First Aid: 2 day We are teaching techniques to provide help to someone experiencing a mental health problem. To help participants support family members, friends, neighbours, colleagues and clients who are experiencing mental distress. Insight into your own mental health & effective ways of maintaining well-being Mental Health Awareness: ½ day £15.00 per person. 1 day £50.00 per person Mental Health First Aid: 2 day course £180.00 if you live and/or work in B&NES For information: Tel: 01225 316199 Email: [email protected]
The Volunteer Network BANES We are a network of organisations that aspire to ensure all volunteers, and particularly volunteers with lived experience and community volunteers who support people with lived experience, have the best possible recruitment, support and training. We are starting with open access training provided by local organisations. Free courses for volunteers coming soon include: Mental Health – Ten bit size sessions delivered by AWP, Bath Mind and St Mungo’s First Aid - Three bite size sessions covering different areas - British Red Cross Core Induction – Safeguarding, Boundaries, Confidentiality - whole & half days available Motivational Interviewing – Delivered by DHI Working with Challenging Behaviour – Delivered by St Mungo’s Facilitators course - Delivered by St Mungo’s Plus many others
How to book and find out more: Courses can be booked via the Volunteer page on the Wellbeing College website. www.wellbeingcollegebanes.co.uk/volunteers Tel: 0782 511 5775 Email: [email protected]
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ONE-2-ONE SUPPORT ADVOCACY Advocacy is taking action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests and obtain services they need. Advocates work in partnership with the people they support. Advocacy promotes social inclusion, equality and social justice
AVoice Advocacy Service - For victims of crime See violence, domestic violence and abuse section for more information
Complaints Procedure Advocacy (CPA) CPA provides information and support to people who want to make a formal complaint to Social Services. Support includes a self-help pack, information on how to make a complaint, help with drafting letters and attending meetings. How to access: Freephone: 08088 085252 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thecareforum.org
SEAP - Advocacy for complaints about NHS care in B&NES Health complaints advocacy is a free, independent advocacy service that can help you make a complaint about any aspect of your NHS care or treatment. How to access: Tel: 03304 409000 Email: [email protected] Website: www.seap.org.uk/services/nhs-complaints-advocacy
Swan Advocacy Advocates work alongside individuals to help them get the information and services they need in order to improve their own health and well-being. Swan focus on aspects of mental health care and treatment. A free, confidential and independent service. Swan Advocacy also provides statutory advocacy support to people who lack capacity to make health and welfare decisions for themselves and those who are subject to the restrictions of the Mental Health Act. How to access: Tel: 01722 341851 Email: [email protected] Website: www.swanadvocacy.org.uk
HAVE A VOICE Healthwatch BANES Healthwatch want to hear from you about your experiences so that they can inform services and the health and wellbeing board. Their aim is to help create the best local services. Share your stories using their online form for issues, concerns, positive experiences: How to access: Tel: 01225 232401 Email: [email protected] Website: www.healthwatchbathnes.co.uk
VIOLENCE, DOMESTICE VIOLENCE AND ABUSE Confidential Support
AVoice Advocacy Service - for adult victims of crime and antisocial behaviour Free, independent and confidential advocacy for people with learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, physical disabilities or victims of abuse to age, race, gender identity, sexual
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orientation, religion or belief. AVoice helps individuals understand the criminal justice process, access support services, explore options, make informed decisions and get their voice heard How to access: Tel: 08002 540777 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thecareforum.org
Libra Project - Women’s refuge A safe and supported short-term accommodation for women and children experiencing domestic violence abuse How to access: Tel: 01225 354661 If you are in immediate danger call 999 Website: www.julianhouse.org.uk/projects-and-services/renew/libra-project.htm
Next Link - Domestic Violence Services A safe temporary accommodation for women and children who have experienced domestic abuse How to access: Tel: 01225 466989 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday For an out of hours emergency contact the Police who will call us Email: [email protected] Website: www.nextlinkhousing.co.uk/bath-next-link
SARSAS - Somerset & Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Confidential specialist support for people who have experienced rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives. SARSAS offer free and confidential services across Avon and Somerset, including self-help guides, a helpline, one to one specialist support, counselling & e-support. How to access: Freephone: 08088 010456 (Women and girls*) 08088 010464 (Men and boys*) *Self-defined gender identity. Trans and non-binary callers welcome Email: [email protected] Website: www.sarsas.org.uk
The Bridge - Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Bristol - Support for victims of sexual assault How to access: Tel: 01173 426999 Website: www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk
Social Services and Housing - Adult Duty Team For urgent referrals and crisis situations - A ‘first stop shop’ for information, advice and signposting to services for people who are vulnerable to abuse How to access: Tel: 01225 477000 Out of hours - Emergency Duty Line: 01454 615165 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bathnes.gov.uk
Southside Family Project Support and advice for girls, women and children affected by domestic abuse How to access: Address: Meade House, Wedgewood Road, Twerton, Bath BA2 1QN Tel: 01225 331243 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Monday to Friday Website: www.south-side.org.uk
Victim Support A telephone support line for ALL victims of domestic violence and abuse. To help you assess the risk posed to you by your abuser and identify your initial support needs. Referrals to agencies who can help, or our volunteers provide you with emotional and practical support How to access: Tel: 08454 566099 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. Monday to Friday Email: [email protected] Website: www.victimsupport.org.uk 49
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Bath City Farm Our mission is to build a caring, healthy and cohesive community through the involvement of local people, especially those who are disadvantaged in the development and maintenance of a productive green space, where they are able to learn about sustainable farming and food growing, acquire new skills and develop new friendships. Come and see the animals, eat at the Trough Cafe Kiosk, enjoy the view, and hire ‘The Crater’, our outdoor performance space How to access: Tel: 01225 481269 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bathcityfarm.org.uk
Bath Mind Bath Mind is a local mental health charity. We are here to make sure anyone with a mental health problem has somewhere to turn for advice and support. We offer supported housing, welfare benefits advice, community & social enterprise support groups, mental health first aid training and wellbeing in the workplace training How to access: Tel: 01225 316367 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bathmind.org.uk
Community Links - Sirona Support groups run with group members. Groups include arts, horticulture and social drop-ins. Giving members the opportunity to gain confidence, access a range of health, social care and wellbeing related services One-to-one advice - Practical, emotional support and social access to help individuals plan a way forward in order to improve their mental and physical wellbeing. Helping people develop into peer mentors, using experience to help others How to access: Tel: 01225 837092 Bath 01225 835817 NES Email: [email protected]
Creativity Works Creativity Works believes that creativity can make a significant difference to people’s lives, inspiring, empowering and supporting them to have fun, learn new transferable skills and improve their health and wellbeing. Working with professional artists, volunteers and wellbeing professionals, we enable the setup of creative peer led groups and encourage individuals to explore, develop and grow. Our work supports events, draws communities together and enables more people to access the arts and connect with community and culture How to access: Tel: 01761 438852 Email: [email protected] Website: www.creativityworks.org.uk
Hearsay Information Hubs - Sirona A free confidential service for people who feel they require assistance with advice, information and signposting to organisations and community interests: Help with money Stress management Emotional support Advice to access community activities Address physical & mental wellbeing You, because you matter Reducing isolation How to access: Tel: 01225 837092 Bath 01225 835817 NES Website: www.sirona-cic.org.uk/services/mental-health-support
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New Hope New Hope is for anyone affected by mental health issues. We give a voice to people with lived experience of mental health issues, reducing stigma in mental health and improving services. We raise the issues that are important to service users and carers. We are a friendly enthusiastic group of people swapping ideas, supporting each other and most of all making a difference. We work in partnership and are supported by St Mungos and have worked closely with other organisations on achieving a festival, a ‘what works’ conference and peer research. How to access: Tel: 07825 115775 Email: [email protected]
Julian House Julian House offers services to homeless people in Bath. The day centre includes 19 overnight spaces and offers activities and support during the day. Supported housing team manage 5 houses, offering support to clients until they move on into independent living. Henrietta Street for clients with learning difficulties and the Women’s Services support women who have experienced domestic abuse. We also offer a range of meaningful activities, having a positive impact on self-confidence, independent living skills & health & wellbeing for clients who engage with support agencies for support with housing, drugs & alcohol, mental health issues or criminality. How to access: Tel: 01225 354650 Website: www.julianhouse.org.uk
Rural Floating Support - Mental Health Homelink - Sirona Care & Health We provide practical, emotional and social support to promote your independence. This includes maintaining your housing, reducing debts, understanding benefits, managing your health. Plus support to access employment, training, education, groups and volunteering. We also have four supported accommodation flats. How to access: Tel: 01225 837092 Website: www.sirona-cic.org.uk/services/mental-health-support
Soundwell Music Therapy Trust We are the only specialist adult mental health music therapy charity in the UK. We run music therapy and music support groups for mental health service users and unpaid carers. Our experienced therapists work with participants using music and sound to promote well-being, change and recovery. Participants’ feedback: “the music therapy helps me relax…it soothes the soul and the complications of life” “I felt less stressed which helped me cope with my personal problems” How to access: Website: www.soundwell.org
St John’s St John’s was founded in 1174 to provide refuge for the elderly, poor and sick. Nowadays, in addition to providing our renowned Almshouse accommodation, we also distribute grants to individuals and community organisations. In addition, we offer a Social Lending Scheme, which provides loans to other charitable organisations How to access: Tel: 01225 486403 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stjohnsbath.org.uk
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St Mungo’s – Bridges to Wellbeing Service We work with people affected by mental health issues, enabling them to have more independent lives by developing peer support groups, networks & meaningful use of time, and having a voice. Training – Includes safeguarding, boundaries, facilitation & mentoring Co-delivery of events with volunteers – WMH Events & What’d Going On Events Support for New Hope – To reduce stigma and actively improve local services Support – One-to-one & group support to people who want to make a difference Peer mentoring – Supporting AWP’s mental health teams & St Mungo’s Mulberry House How to access: Tel: 0782 511 5775 Email: [email protected] Website: www.newhopebanes.org
Time Bank Plus We are a small organisation based in Twerton which enables people to exchange time and services with others in the local community. Our members may help with or receive gardening, simple DIY, computer advice, lifts, housework, language help, CV advice, massage or companionship. Our groups include art, crafts, guitar, knitting, food growing, cookery and much more – your imagination is our limit. For further details, pop into our office How to access: Address: 86 High Street, Twerton, Bath Tel: 01225 442813 Email: [email protected] Website: www.timebankplus.co.uk
EMPLOYMENT RELATED SUPPORT
Life Skills – Genesis Trust The Life Skills project provides accessible and appropriate activity courses for vulnerable adults in Bath. These courses are supplemented by employability skills training and one-to- one mentoring. Life Skills is about boosting the confidence of those who are struggling to cope with life’s everyday challenges, and providing the first step for them to re-engage with education and employment How to access: Tel: 01225 463549 Email: [email protected]
The Work Development Team We support both clients and their employers with Job Retention. The service helps people explore vocational and educational opportunities as a stepping stone towards paid employment How to access: Tel: 01225 392646
Mental Health Reablement Service This is a short term, free service for up to 8 weeks for people in the community with mental health problems. We aim to increase independence and confidence and assist people in working towards their goals and recovery How to access: Tel: 01225 831284 Website: www.sirona-cic.org.uk/health-care-services
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Space 2 A free service which will provide you with interesting courses, 1:1 support and a tailored programme for your needs. In central Bath, a supportive space is offered for whatever stage you are at in your path to employment How to access: Tel: 01225 354650 - We are happy to talk you through what is on offer
DRUGS & ALCOHOL SUPPORT OVERVIEW Support for all forms of legal and illegal drug use for adults and young people experiencing difficulties with their own or a close relative/friends drug or alcohol use. Services include: advice and information, carers and family groups, education, training and employment support, housing and benefit advice, mutual aid (SMART), outreach, detoxification, BBV screening, testing and inoculations, needle exchange, counselling and group work, prescribing (shared care) etc.
DHI - Developing Health & Independence Developing Health and Independence (DHI) is a charity that provides a comprehensive range of services in the Bath area for people who are socially excluded for reasons such as homelessness, alcohol or drug issues, learning disabilities or emotional difficulties. We provide practical and emotional support services such as information and advice, supported housing, counselling, activities, and employment/training opportunities How to access: Address: The Beehive, Beehive Yard, Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BD, Mon - Fri 10am - 7 pm Tel: 01225 329411 Website: www.dhi-online.org.uk
1:1 Literacy Support – Julian House 1:1 support for literacy using the “units of sound” programme, allowing clients to improve their literacy levels at their own rate. Designed to help with dyslexia but will help any clients to raise their literacy level. Individual 1:1 half hour appointments for clients accessing support for homelessness, drugs or alcohol, mental health or have an offending background. How to access: Tel: 01225 354660 – Claire Lawrence Email: [email protected] Or ask your Support worker to refer you. Mondays by appointment - 10:30 am - 12:00 noon
GENERAL SUPPORT My Script – DHI Providing support to address the social, emotional or practical issues which may be affecting your health and wellbeing. Talk to a member of the My Script team who will take the time to listen, understand the issues you face, and assess your needs. Followed by 1-4 sessions to work together on changes and goals you would like to make How to access: Self-refer to this service, or access via your GP Tel: 01225 310077 Email: [email protected]
Off the Record Free information, advice and guidance to young people aged 11 – 25, from our friendly team, to help address any issue affecting their lives How to access: Tel: 01225 312481 Email: office@offtherecord-B&NES.co.uk Website: www.offtherecord-B&NES.co.uk
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FAMILY & FRIENDS SUPPORT KS2 KS2 is a peer support group for carers or supporters of people with mental health difficulties. We know that a lot of carers are left isolated and unsupported, dealing with some challenging situations. We offer support and training from people who understand, information on local mental health services and a chance to get involved and improve the services within mental health. We meet on the second Tues of the month, 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Carers Centre, Lower Bristol Road, Bath BA2 9ES. Come along have a coffee and chat, and find out more How to access: Tel: 07528 668040 Website: www.KS2Bath.org Twitter: @KS2Bath
Southside We support families dealing with issues that include physical disability, domestic abuse, sexual violence, substance abuse or long-term mental health problems. With our expert support, families can move forward positively. We also support parents whose own negative experience of being parented and of schooling is impacting their children. We provide home- based therapeutic and parenting support; plus counselling, therapeutic play and peer-led community hub groups How to access: Tel: 01225 331243 Email: [email protected] Website: www.south-side.org.uk
HOUSING RELATED SUPPORT To access housing related support, including accommodation and floating/visiting support services, visit the Housing Gateway. This helps to support people to remain independent in their own homes. How to access: Website: www.housingsupportgatewaybathnes.org.uk Complete an online support application find out about the support services (partners) available who can use the service To access support in filling out the online application form please contact REACH Tel: 01225 422156 or visit the drop-ins as detailed in the Reach entry below
Emergency Duty Team If you have had an emergency - you may be at Accident & Emergency, or need accommodation in the middle of the night, such as a Bed & Breakfast or refuge place How to access: Minicom: 01454 618966 Tel: 01454 615165 Monday to Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:30 am. Friday to Monday 4:30 pm - 8:30 am 24 hour Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Website: www.bathnes.gov.uk
Reach Floating Support Service Overview of Service: Providing practical and emotional support to help people live independently and develop useful life skills. Outreach to people sleeping rough in Bath. Support: - Finding and maintaining suitable housing - Understanding housing rights - Dealing with rent or mortgage arrears - Budgeting effectively - Access employment, training & education - Setting up a new home
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Drop-ins: Keynsham Library, Keynsham High Street, Keynsham. Mon and Thurs 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Bath one stop shop, Manvers St, Bath. Tue & Thurs & Fri 9:30 - 4:30 pm. DHI, Beehive Yard, Walcot St, Bath. Thursday 1:30 – 4:30 Midsomer Norton Hub, Behind Sainsbury’s, High Street. Fri 9:30 am - 4:00 pm How to access: Attend one of the drop ins or phone. Tel: 01225 422156
Rethink Mental Illness Floating Support (housing related) Tailored support to individual’s needs. Including: debt advice, home security, move on to more appropriate accommodation, information to help avoid social isolation, supporting individuals and carers to develop coping strategies and crisis management plans How to Access Tel: 01225 767980 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rethink.org
Second Step’s Floating Support service Provides short term (up to 2 years) support for people with mental health support needs who are either finding it difficult to manage their tenancy and could be at risk of losing their home or are moving into a new tenancy and need support to do this. Our aim is to support you to manage your tenancy, develop a support network and become more independent. How to access: Tel: 01225 750926/7 Website: www.housingsupportgatewaybathnes.org.uk.
SENIOR CITIZEN Age UK B&NES We are a local independent charity supporting older people, their families and carers across Bath and North East Somerset. We provide Information & advice on befriending, home response, benefits, care, care planning, consumer issues, finance, housing, local services and amenities. Drop-in sessions at: Bath - 18 Kingsmead Square. Mon – Fri: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm One Stop Shop, 3-4 Manvers Street. Tues: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Radstock - Methodist Church - First Thursday of the month: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Keynsham One Stop Shop. Wed: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm How to access: Tel: 01225 466135 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ageuk.org.uk/bathandnortheastsomerset
Alzheimer’s Society Alzheimer's Society is the UK’s leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers. We provide information and support to people with any form of dementia and their carers through our publications, National Dementia Helpline, website, and around 3,000 local services. We campaign for better quality of life for people with dementia and greater understanding of dementia. We also fund an innovative programme of medical and social research into the cause, cure and prevention of dementia and the care people receive How to access: Tel: 01125 396678 Email: bathalzheimers.org.uk Website: www.alzheimers.org.uk
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BEMSCA: Bath Ethnic Minority Senior Citizens Association Advice & Support: Health, housing, welfare benefits, translation, advocacy Activities: Arts & craft, massage, singing, shopping trips, visits, mahjong, etc Luncheon club: For Caribbean, Indian, Asian and Chinese older people at Fairfield House. Day Care Service - Mondays and Fridays at Fairfield House 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Plus outreach to people unable to attend the service How to access: Tel: 01225 464165 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bemsca.com
Community Meals A service available to all residents who would benefit. Meals: Main and sweet - £4.25. A sandwich and cake or drink can be added for an extra £2.10 How to access: Tel: 01225 394350 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/adult-social-care-and-health/care-home
Feel Good Bath (over 60’s) We offer a website with activities, ideas and contact info on ways to be physically and mentally active. This includes exercise, leisure, studying, social and volunteering. How to access: Website: www.feelgoodbath.co.uk/resources/category/over_60s/17
Discounted Film Showings for seniors This is offered by Picturehouse Bath and The Little Theatre Cinema. For over 60s, the Silver Screen Club provides free tea or filter coffee and biscuits at their weekly Silver Screen shows. Free membership and tickets are £4.50. How to access: Tel: 087190 25747 to join, or visit the Box Office
READING
Libraries Located in Midsomer Norton; Radstock; Paulton; Keynsham; Saltford; Weston, Bath; Moorland Road, Bath; Bath Central. A mobile library visits isolated locations. Libraries are free to join and to borrow books. The books are on all subjects and for all ages. There are audio books, DVDs, E Books, online information, activities and events. Wi-Fi and PC’s in all libraries. How to access: Tel: 01225 394041 Website: www.bathnes.gov.uk/libraries
Reading Well - Books on Prescription for Dementia Books are available in all public libraries, for supporting people with dementia and their carers and relatives. Raising public awareness of the causes and symptoms and helping to create dementia friendly communities. Books available from all local public libraries provide: - Dementia & normal ageing info - Support following diagnosis - Practical help for carers - Personal accounts of people - Suggested therapeutic activities. How to access: Website: www.librarieswest.org.uk for the booklist. Free to reserve
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Avon and Wiltshire Partnership (AWP) Statutory Mental Health - in B&NES Accessing AWP services If you have any questions or wish to contact one of the teams, contact AWP’s switchboard Tel: 01225 325680
Banes Primary Care Talking Therapies Service Provides a wide range of support, from psycho-educational courses, to one-to-one’s, as everyone’s needs and preferences are different. Visit the website for information about the types of support offered and how to access. How to access: Can be accessed directly & via your GP surgery Tel: 01225 675150 Website: www.iapt-banes.awp.nhs.uk
Primary Care and Care Home Liaison Service (PCLS) Provide specialist mental health advice and assessment that is appropriate to level of presenting need/risk. Following an assessment the person may be given advice on local services that may assist with their needs, or ensure that there is a seamless transfer into a secondary mental health team. The team delivers some brief interventions; however, ongoing work is delivered by other teams. Based: Hill View Lodge, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG Tel: 01225 371480 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
Intensive Service The Intensive Service operates 24/7 and provides emergency assessments (within 4 hours) for people in a mental health crisis /acute need. The team provides intensive support and treatment for people in their home to try to prevent a hospital admission. The team also facilitates early discharges from mental health inpatient settings. Based: Hill View Lodge, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG Tel: 01225 362814
Therapies We work alongside the specialist (secondary) mental health teams, providing Art Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy, Psychological Therapies, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics. Therapies are delivered in hospital and the community to groups and individuals depending on the most effective treatment to meet the person’s needs. The teams are based at NHS House, the Hollies and both Inpatient wards. Tel: 01225 371414 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
Recovery Service The recovery team provides care coordination for adults over the age of 18yrs that are assessed as having complex mental health issues, and their carers that require the input of recovery to support their health and social care needs. They work with the person to reach a point where they can live independently with support from their GP and other supporters. We also provide long term input for people we place in residential/nursing care. Based: Bath NHS House, Newbridge Hill, Bath, BA1 3QE Tel: 01225 731631 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
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Early Intervention in Psychosis Team Early intervention in psychosis team provides a comprehensive multidisciplinary service to help people from the age of 14 - 35 and their families as early as possible, giving them the best chance of preventing long term problems. Based: Bath NHS House, Newbridge Hill Bath BA1 3QE Tel: 01225 362760 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
Complex Intervention & Treatment Team (CITT) The older adult mental health team is split across two sites, one covering the Bath area and the other NE Somerset. We work with adults over 65 or younger adults with dementia. We provide care coordination for people experiencing complex mental health issues and their carers requiring input from the team to support their health and social care needs. We work with the person to reach a point that they can live independently with support from their GP and other supporters. We also provide input for people we place in residential/nursing care. Based: Bath Team - Bath NHS House, Newbridge Hill Bath BA1 3QE Tel: 01225 371411 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) Based: NE Somerset Team - The Hollies, High Street, Midsomer Norton BA3 Tel: 01225 396772 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
Acute Hospital Liaison (Royal United Hospital) Following a referral from a health or social care professional, the team provides specialist mental health advice and assessment to people with mental health needs while in accident and emergency department (A & E) or on a ward in the general hospital. Based: Hill View Lodge, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG Tel: 01225 362720 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
Service User and Carer Involvement A chance for service users and carers to have their views and experiences listened to so that they can be considered and acted on to improve our Mental Health Services. The training we offer includes recruiting new staff, chairing and taking part in groups or meetings. You can also get involved in projects, conferences and events. Involvement creates opportunities to develop your CV. Contact the local Involvement Coordinator – Lee Rawlings Based: Hill View Lodge, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG Tel: 07917 210187 Email: [email protected]
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS): To provide feedback or make a complaint about the service you have received. Base: Jenner House, Langley Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 1GG Tel: 01249 468261 or 08000 731778 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) Email: [email protected]
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