The Christmas Workshop
Here are some useful resources to help you protect your wellbeing and improve your mental health…
You’re Never Alone Mental Health Support Group
This service offers a mental health support group on Facebook, for anyone who feels they would benefit from reaching out and having a chat. No matter the time of day, you can privately message across Facebook or call the team for support. The service is run by a team who all have lived experience of mental health, abuse and learning difficulties. They also host face to face meetings in Chesterfield every four weeks, for those who would like to connect in person. The aim of the service is to bridge the gap between referrals and actually receiving much-needed support.
Visit their Facebook group here
The Hub @ Low Pavement
The Hub is the home of Feeling Connected, a project aiming to support, celebrate and inspire local action to improve social connection and reduce the impact of loneliness and isolation across Chesterfield and NE Derbyshire. The hub can be used by members of the public to meet and talk to others, take part in organised activities and learn new skills. Volunteer-led groups and community groups can also use the hub for social-get-togethers for their members, small scale activities that enhance wellbeing and exhibitions of art and crafts. With activities from crotchet and creative writing to laughter therapy and board games, there is something for everyone to get involved in. Make sure to check their website to find out the latest activities.
Find out what’s on at the Hub here
Learn more about the Feeling Connected Project here
Active Derbyshire
For people looking to be more active, Active Derbyshire offer lots of support and inspiration. With clubs ranging from tennis and badminton to Nordic walking and rugby, there are lots of ways to get moving in Chesterfield. Not only can exercise help with reducing anxiety and difficult feelings, but also helps you to connect with new people who may have similar interests and hobbies.
Find out more here
Monkey Park
A not-for-profit business aiming to improve the local community by bringing people together and supporting their efforts to change the local area. With daily activities, including regular chill and chat sessions, meditation, bike workshops and even a Lego club, there is something for everyone to get involved in.
Find out more here
Opening Doors Anxiety Peer Support Group
A friendly peer led support group for anyone feeling low, isolated or anxious. The group meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at the Cornerstone Café, Central Methodist Church.
For more information, please contact: mark.hudson@rethink.org
Safe Haven
This service will be opening its doors on the 26th October and will be run by the charity P3. Safe Haven will be open 24 hours a day every day of the year even during the festive period, so no matter the time of the day, support can be accessed. Adults who are suffering with their mental health can visit this ‘open’ drop in facility on a self-referral basis or be referred by their GP.
Find out more here
Renew Café
On Wednesday mornings between 10:00am to 1:30pm, Renew Café is open to everyone at the Chesterfield Baptist Church. The Café is run by trained volunteers with its purpose being for people to attend to their wellbeing in a quiet, shared space. The service aims to help people connect with each other in a quiet shared space.
Contact: renewcrossstreet@gmail.com
Find out more here
Hobby-Craft Support Group
This is a peer- led arts and crafts group that meet every Tuesday between 10:00am and 3:00pm at Eastwood Hall Community Centre in Hasland. They invite anyone with mental health concerns to come along and join in with the fun and make new friends in a welcoming environment.
Contact: 07484 001 842 or email DerbyshireRecoveryPeerSupportService@rethink.org
Chesterfield Walking Group Peer Led
The Chesterfield Walking Group meet up bi-weekly for local walks to support those in the community who may be suffering with mental health concerns or are feeling isolated. The walks are between 1.5 to 3 miles, with the starting point being at Chesterfield Library.
Contact Mark Hudson: 07484 001 842 or mark.hudson@rethink.org
Stepping Stones Arts and Crafts Group
Every Friday between 12:30pm and 3:00pm, the Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service invites people to come along and join in with various arts, crafts and activities at the Chesterfield Community Centre. The group aims to help members of the community with building confidence, increasing moods and making new friends.
Contact Mark Hudson: 07484001842 or mark.hudson@rethink.org
Mental Health Support Map Derbyshire
For more information on support options for mental health and wellbeing in Derbyshire, please visit here