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Our knowledgeable and friendly gardening co-ordinator, Faye, runs this project. The Vanessa Gardening Project provides a welcoming, safe place where people can work together with others outside of a mental health setting. Gardening can have so many beneficial effects on people, whatever their age or background.
This project allows members to:
- Discuss what you would like to gain from the project
- Set some individual goals to work towards
- Learn new skills
- Meet new people & perhaps form new friendships
- Build their confidence
- Get out in the fresh air!
The group go down to the allotment in all weathers – if it is raining they like to enjoy a cup of tea whilst taking shelter in the polytunnel. On sunnier days, they potter about the allotment weeding the beds & growing their own vegetables to take home or share with other members of the group.
The Vanessa Gardening Project meet every Tuesday and Saturday 11am – 1pm at St.Marks Methodist Church Hall (Yeovil), to chat about the session prior to moving to the allotment. The sessions are free but please bring a packed lunch and suitable clothing. All abilities are welcome to join.
For more information please contact Faye (Gardening Project Coordinator) on 01935 474875 or email [email protected]
This project is supported by the Somerset Community Foundation.
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If you have some free time, whether it’s 2 hours per week or 20 hours per week, we would love to hear from you. We are currently looking to recruit volunteers to support us. Find out more
Calendar of Services
Remember the 6th July is a Driving Challenge and FAMILY FUN DAY! Even if you're not driving you can still enjoy a fun filled day out. Explore our static displays which will include military vehicles and a vintage bus. Let the children play with guess the name of the bear, stick lotto, guess the sweets in the jar and so much more. There will also be a bbq and entertainment for all to enjoy. If you want to drive there is still time to enter the challenge. Head over to mindinsomerset.fullonsport.com/event/driving-challenge-and-family-fun-day-2019/profile to sign up!
This week the Vanessa Gardening Project visited Ninesprings park and enjoyed making leaf print clay pots. The horrible weather did not stop the session as the Ranger kindly organised the use of their work hut which enabled the group to carry on and be creative with clay. #ecotherapy #mentalhealthsupport
There is still time to sign up for our Driving Challenge on 6th July! Prizes include a flight in a TB10 aircraft, a tour of the Ariel Motor Company and a ride in one of their cars and a ride in a 1927 Model T Replica. Don't forget there is also a prize for the most sponsorship! Visit mindinsomerset.fullonsport.com/event/driving-challenge-and-family-fun-day-2019/profile to enter
Would you be interested in a peer support group in Shepton Mallet? If you would like to help us relaunch a regular group email [email protected]
Today we are at the IMEX Community Day in Ilminster sharing information and raising awareness for mental health. Come and say hello! #mentalhealthawareness #charity
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