These sessions are available to anyone over 18 and provide a relaxed, safe and supportive environment to explore ways to stay well. Each session will include information on specific topics, time for discussion relating to the topics covered and more generally an opportunity to meet and speak with others in the community.
Art and Craft Support Group – online
All are welcome. Bring whatever art or craft you enjoy doing – or just bring yourself. This is an opportunity to meet regularly online and develop craft skills in a calm and supportive environment. We meet every Thursday 1:30pm – 3:00pm to chat and be creative together.
Come and learn how to cook simple meals in the kitchen at Shepton Mind in Somerset office. All materials are provided. Wherever possible we will use ingredients from our vegetable beds there and learn how to maximise nutrition to benefit our mental well being.
Alternate Wednesdays 2 -4pm Shepton Mallet office. For more info and to sign up, please contact: [email protected]
Use gentle movements to sooth the nervous system and build body/mind resilience. Including eye movements, body scan, breathing and visualisation.
Tuesdays 2:00pm- 3:30pm 6 week ongoing course on zoom. For more info please contact: [email protected]
Wednesdays 2.30pm-4pm
Feeling isolated? Frightened by IT? Why not join our group to learn the basics of communicating with others online and having fun using Zoom! Our aim is to give people the confidence to use IT/Zoom and to be able to access more online groups in the future. This group is a safe space to meet like-minded people, where you can talk about day-to-day life, share your hobbies and interests, and take part in quizzes!
1-1 support is available (remotely) to help you through the process of joining the online group.
Fridays 10-12.15. Central Accessible Venue. Starts Mid September 2022
A friendly and supportive group, where you can learn coping strategies to improve your wellbeing.
12 week course includes
5 Ways to Wellbeing
Relaxation, Sleep, Goal Setting
Stress and Anxiety, Catastrophising, Confidence, Change
Free tea and coffee and maybe a biscuit!
Our Emotional support and mental health helpline is now available as a live webchat !
Available every day from 8-11pm.