Archive for the “Inactive” category
Growing Works carers’ breaks
This project will use an outdoor environment to engage cared for adults alongside the carer providing the opportunity for peer support and time out from the pressures of caring while spending enjoyable time with their loved one. It will provide meaningful garden related social activity …
Involvement network film projects
People involved with this project will develop an accessible DVD on mental health awareness for adults with a learning disability, their carers and staff who support them. There is very little information about that gives people an easy way of understanding and managing mental health conditions. This …
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Artist in residence (Packhorse Gallery)
For many people, it’s an act of real courage to come into the Packhorse Gallery and ask if their work might be put on a show or if they might volunteer. Once that barrier is crossed, confidence grows and helps people take the next steps …
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Well into words
This project engages with people with mental health issues, including dementia, on Ward 19 in Dewsbury Hospital and on Ashdale Ward, Dales Unit, Calderdale Royal Hospital, which is an acute admission ward. The project delivers bibliotherapy sessions on each ward to engage, inspire and empower participants through …
Walk rugby: Tackle it with the Tigers
Project outline Walk Rugby is touch rugby played at walking pace, it’s easy to play and requires no prior knowledge or experience. It is accessible to all ages, levels of skill and fitness and both sexes. It is an opportunity for you to increase your …
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Creativity combating isolation
Project outline The creativity combating isolation project aims to involve disadvantaged Asian women, aged 50 plus, in a programme of group based creative activities. Activities include painting, storytelling, drama, dancing and yoga, which will help to reduce the social isolation and loneliness among people in …
Singing for happiness
Project outline Friendly and fun singing sessions. For all those who want to sing – from people told they can’t do it to those who believe they can! There is growing evidence to show that singing increases feelings of well-being, reduces stress, improves confidence and …
Zain Mein Saheit Yaab (Urdu for health in mind)
Project outline This project is to support Asian extended families in Halifax suffering from socio-economic deprivation, discrimination and disadvantage including mental and physical health issues. The focus is on those suffering from drugs and substance misuse to improve quality of life through engagement in activities …
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Creative dementia sessions
Project outline Positive, uplifting sessions that take inspiration from the landscape and seasonal change surrounding us. Simple arts activities with beautiful results: poems that connect us to each other, simple songs with beautiful melodies that are a joy to sing, dance and movement that lift …
Music Moves Us
Project outline Music touches everyone’s lives. We use it to soothe us, revive us, remember, dream and empower us. It’s a way to share and express our deepest feelings, changing moods and to relate to others. Music has the unique power to transform a place, …