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Workshops and courses

We have divided our prospectus into four core themes:

• Introduction and one day workshops • Investigating your interests • Exploring wellbeing • Moving forward

Within each of the themes, sessions range in length from one off workshops to courses running over a number of weeks.

We ask all learners new to the recovery college to attend the ‘introduction to the recovery college’ session. The rest of the course choices are up to you. You’re welcome to pick and choose between the different sections – although for some courses we may advise you to attend the introductory session first.

Please contact us on 01924 326540 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

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Welcome to our growing and evolving recovery college

Discover: Recovery College Kirklees offers practical courses and workshops intended to contribute towards improving people’s health and wellbeing.

We hope enrolling on a course with us will provide the opportunity to develop and build on your abilities and knowledge.

Working with a range of partnering services and volunteers, we offer an array of workshops and courses that provide a positive and understanding learning atmosphere. Sessions are co-designed and co-delivered by people with real life experience, sharing what works for them. Courses are designed to promote self advocacy, independence and positive emotional health.

We believe that education offers new hope and opportunity for people to learn more about recovery, coping techniques and the practical skills to make the most of their talents.

Our courses aren’t therapy. They can help you become an expert in managing your own life and be at the center of your own recovery journey.

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Introduction to the recovery college

This informal introductory session aims to give you a little more information about the recovery college and introduces the concept of co-production in mental health services.

We’ll complete any course and enrolment forms and spend some time answering any questions you may have about attending the college.

Please note that we ask all learners new to the recovery college to attend this session.

Date and time:

Mon. 5th September 2016: 1pm-3pm Mon. 12th September 2016: 1pm-3pm Wed. 28th September 2016: 11am-1pm Fri. 4th November 2016: 11am-1pm Tue. 10th January 2017: 1pm-3pm Mon. 6th February 2017: 1pm-3pm

Venue:

Recovery College Kirklees, Pathways, Nettleton Road, Mirfield WF14 9AQ

Cost: Free

Introduction to WRAP: What does recovery mean to me?

This session has been designed to provide the space and support to think about what recovery is and what it means to you.

The workshop introduces the topics of wellness tools and triggers and is offered as a stand alone taster, but also provides an ideal stepping stone for the longer WRAP (wellness recovery action planning) course.

Date and time:

Tue. 13th September 2016: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Venue:


Date and time:

Tue. 13th March 2017: 1pm-3pm

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Cost: Free

Introductory workshops

A good place to start for anyone who is thinking about joining the recovery college. These short introductory sessions offer an opportunity to find out more about some of our longer courses.

Ways to well-being: welcome sessionsThis one hour welcome session offers you the opportunity to find out more about the five week course based on the national Ways to Well-being framework.

Designed to offer practical self-help tips and techniques for anyone who may be struggling to cope with stress, anxiety and depression.

This session is delivered by S2R (Support to Recovery) from both Huddersfield and Dewsbury locations with the full course being delivered following each welcome session.

Date and time:

Mon. 5th August 2016: 10am to 11am

Venue:

Touchstone, Dewsbury Business Centre, Wellington Road, Dewsbury WF13 1HF

Date and time:

Tue. 6th September 2016: 10am to 11amThur. 3rd November 2016: 10am to 11am

Venue:

S2R, 5-7 Brook St, Huddersfield,West Yorkshire HD1 1EB

Cost: The welcome session is free. Please note that the five week course is charged at £10/£2 per session.

A brief introduction to mindfulness

Mindfulness means focusing your awareness on the present moment. It’s been shown to aid the reduction of stress, anxiety and depression.

In this session you will explore the idea of wellness and mindful practice and try out some straightforward mindfulness exercises

Date and time:

TBC (Please contact the Recovery College to express your interest in attending).

Venue:


Cost: Free

Please note: You can book directly on to the longer mindfulness course without attending this introductory session.

Introduction to woodwork skills

This relaxed introductory session aims to give you a little more information about the Woodshed and working within a workshop environment.

We’ll run through the different tools and machines we have available, talk about the projects we’ve completed and look at some of the safety guidelines we’ve got in place, before completing a small project.

Date and time:

Mon. 17th October 2016: 10:30am-12:30pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

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Investigate your interests

These practical courses offer the opportunity to try out a new experience in an informal and supportive environment.

Respect judo: Promoting wellbeing and self-esteem

This course draws on the connections of improved mental health, increased confidence and self-esteem that can be gained from study and training of basic judo moves.

Combining group work with the learning and development of judo skills, this six-week programme is designed specifically for people who are experiencing difficulties with low self-esteem, low confidence, anxiety and other difficulties that are related to their emotional wellbeing.

Date and time:

Thur. 22nd September 2016: 10:30 am-12:15pm Thur. 19th January 2017: 10:30 am-12:15pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

African drumming for fun

The sound and feeling of a basic rhythm can lift our mood, aid the feelings of stress and tension and help us unwind from day to day worries.

Over the course we will practice a ranged basic rhythms and techniques of African drumming using a djembe – a type of African drum.

Date and time:

Wed. 12th October 2016: 1pm-3pm Wed. 29th January 2017: 1pm-3pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Due to the positioning of the drum, it is advised not to wear skirts/dresses.

Introduction to robotics (and basic computer programming)

In this one off workshop you’ll assemble an electronic vehicle that has a built in Raspberry Pi computer.

Together we’ll program the robot enabling it to carry out different tasks including using sensors to avoid hazards and following a planned route unaided.

Date and time:

Tue. 20th September 2016: 1pm-4pm Tue. 22nd November 2016: 1pm-4pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Woodwork skills: storage crate project

Using traditional techniques, design and build your own handled storage crate.

You’ll be introduced to a range of tools which we will use to accurately cut and shape wood. Turning it into a useful and personalised, stylish utility storage crate.

Over four weeks, this practical course focuses on developing new skills and utilising traditional techniques to show what can be achieved with patience and a little inspiration.

Sessions are delivered in a friendly and relaxed style and suitable for absolute beginners. Delivered by people with a passion for woodcraft and a ‘make do and mend’ approach.

Date and time:

Mon. 31st October 2016: 10:30am-12:30pm

Venue:


Cost: A charge of £4 is made for material costs. Please note that the above course is hands on and delivered in a workshop environment, therefore please wear suitable footwear (e.g. no sandals or open toed shoes ) and dress for a workshop environment’

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Woodwork skills: Garden seat projectTurn a standard decking plank into your very own stylish garden seat. You’ll measure, cut and construct the seat from a simple design brief.

We’ll run through the different tools and machines we will use for the project and together, construct the initial build and individually customise our designs.

Date and time:

Mon. 20th March 2017: 10:30am-12:30pm

Venue:


Cost: A charge of £6 is made for material costs. Please note that the above course is hands on and delivered in a workshop environment, therefore please wear suitable footwear (e.g. no sandals or open toed shoes) and dress for a workshop environment

TAP (Textiles, Art, Photography)

TAP into art education offer a range of creative sessions to develop your artistic skills.

TAP sessions at Batley Girls’ High School

Contact TAP and arrange a introductory session to find out more about the full courses on offer in Batley. These informal sessions will give you the opportunity to try out the different subjects or you can simply focus in on your favourite one.

TAP workshops are delivered on a rolling program, based in a separate building in the grounds of Batley Girls’ High School.

As you develop your confidence and build your creative skills, TAP is able to offer opportunities to undertake GCSE/A Level qualifications in Fine Art, Digital Photography or Creative Textiles.

Try out TAP for free for your first session. Further sessions are charged at £3. TAP has an annual membership to cover the cost of materials of £10.

TAP courses include:

Creative textiles

Get creative with textiles and produce your own piece of art work using a wide variety of materials and methods. Classes are fun and informal, giving you the opportunity to learn as you go and build your knowledge of using textiles in art.

Art Appreciation

This course offers a gradual introduction to developing your artistic skills. Our classes will offer you the chance to try out sketching, painting and mixed media with expert help available. We’ll show you a wide range of different mediums which you can use to create your own masterpiece. We’ll look at the styles of great artists to provide inspiration to help develop your own style.

Digital Photography

Learn more about your camera and how to use Photoshop to digitally enhance your photographs. This practical course offers you the chance to dig out that holiday camera and dust off the lens. Learn how to use manual settings, understand shutter speed and aperture and discover macro photography. Develop your skills and confidence using your camera and create your own piece of art!

More information and course dates can be found at: www.tapintoarteducation.co.uk

Telephone the Recovery College on 01924 326540 for more information and course contact details.

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Exploring wellbeing

These courses focus on enabling you to develop your understanding of recovery and create opportunities to self-manage your experiences or to better enable you to support someone else.

WRAP: Wellness recovery action planning

WRAP (wellness recovery action planning) helps you notice when things don’t seem to be quite right in your life and aids you to get back to feeling your best.

This is a 12 week course designed to:

• help you stay as well as you can

• support you to develop a list of activities for everyday wellbeing

• help you identify triggers and early warning signs to create action plans

• improve your resilience and enable you to make meaningful changes

This course is facilitated by people who use their own WRAP plan and together will enable you to create your own in a fun, supportive and non-judgmental group.

The ‘what does recovery mean to me?’ is a good introduction to this session.

Date and time:

Mon. 19th September 2016: 1am-4pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Evening WRAP: Well-being at work

We all respond differently to the stresses and strains that are a part of our working life. At times maintaining our mental health at work can be difficult.

Are you returning to work after a period of time away?

Or are you keen to maintain and improve your emotional health at work?

Join us for an evening addition of the Wellness Recovery Action Planning course, which will focus on how we all can improve both our personal and professional well-being.

Date and time:

Tue. 20th September 2016: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Venue:


Cost: Free. Please note that we ask all participants to attend the introductory session delivered 13th September 2016: 5:30pm-7:30pm.

Updating your WRAP

Drawing on the experiences from the WRAP (wellness action recovery planning) 12 week course, this session offers you the opportunity to review your wellness plan.

You could update it, identify and explore new activities and opportunities available to you.

Please note that attendance to the 12 week ‘WRAP’ course is required before joining this session.

Date and time:

Thur. 1st September 2016: 1pm-4pm Mon. 9th January 2017: 1pm-4pm Mon. 20th March 2017: 1pm-4pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Reframing the past

(For Women Only): Reframing the past is a 12 week solution based course designed for women who have experienced trauma which prevents them from moving forward with their life.

Aimed at women (30 years plus) who have received some element of support or counselling intervention, these sessions provide the opportunity to;

• Build trust with others in a safe and supportive group environment.

• Help to lighten the load, sharing what works and doesn’t work for you.

• Build the motivation to move forward and achieve your personal goals.

This course aims to offer the opportunity to build confidence by sharing with others with similar problems.

Course numbers are kept small and to make sure the course is right for you and we will discuss with you your expectations of the course before it starts.

Each session is co-designed and co-delivered by people with real life experience. This course is delivered by Women Centre from their base in Huddersfield.

Date and time:

Tue. 13th September 2016: 10:30am-12:30pm

Venue:

Women Centre, 15 Lord Street, Huddersfield HD1 1QB

Cost: Free

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The Stress and Anxiety Management Tool Kit

Working in conjunction with the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) attend our new one day workshop which aims to provide you with some of the latest information, useful techniques and simple steps to aid unhelpful feelings caused by stress, anxiety and low mood.

This workshop will explain the core principles of CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Introduce the concept of ‘worry time’ and focus on stress management and coping techniques commonly used by psychological services.

This course will be helpful for anyone who experiences stress and anxiety, along with family, friends, carers or professionals to build your personal knowledge and understanding.

Date and time:

Wed. 26th October 2016: 10:30am-1pm

Venue:


Cost: Free. Before the course starts we will ask you to complete a health questionnaire and your attendance on the course will be recorded in IAPT’S clinical records. If you disclose that you are having any significant thoughts of self- harm or suicide this will be discussed with you and a safety plan agreed with you.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is an increasingly popular technique used to promote well-being and can be a key tool in recovery.

Very few of us ever live in the present. We spend our time and energy, anticipating what is to come or re-living what has gone before.

This informally led course will explore the topic of mindfulness, introducing practical exercises to develop new mindfulness skills and build sustainable techniques to aid well-being.

Over eight sessions we’ll introduce you to the key principles and practice basic mindfulness exercises. We’ll also give you the time to think about if mindfulness could benefit you in your daily life and talk about the best ways to introduce it.

The course is suitable for those new to mindfulness and also people wanting to improve their own mindfulness practice.

Date and time:

Wed. 7th September 2016: 1pm-3pm Thurs. 12th January 2017: 1pm-3pm

Venue:

Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT

Cost: Free

Ways to Well-being

Based on the national Ways to Well-being framework, this five week course will look at how we can improve our mental and physical well-being by considering how we;

• Connect with the people around us;

• Can become more active;

• Keep learning and ignite our curiosity in life;

• Give back and see the contentment gained by helping others;

• Taking Notice and being 100% present in the moment;

Designed to offer practical self-help tips and techniques, course sizes are kept intentionally small to help anyone who may be struggling to cope with stress, anxiety and depression.

This course is delivered by S2R (Support 2 Recovery) with welcome sessions offered prior to course start dates.

Date and time:

Mon. 12th August 2016: 10am-1pm

Venue:

Touchstone, Dewsbury Business Centre, Wellington Road, Dewsbury WF13 1HF

Date and time:

Tue. 13th September 2016: 10am-1pm Thur. 10th November 2016: 10am-1pm

Venue:

S2R, 5-7 Brook St, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD1 1EB

Cost: The welcome session is free. Please note that the five week course is charged at £10/£2 per session

Exploring what Matters

Exploring what Matters is an seven week discussion group to help us all discover how to live a happier and kinder life.

Developed by the charity Action for Happiness, who’s patron is the Dalai Lama, it is intended for people of all back-grounds, especially those who would like to be part of a more positive and caring society.

Each session has a theme, based on a ‘big question’ such as ‘what really matters in life?’, ‘what actually makes us happy?’ or ‘how should we treat others?’

This course is delivered by Connect Housing from their new Happiness Café, in Dewsbury.

Date and time:

Thur. 3rd November 2016: 1pm-3pm

Venue:

Connect Housing, 21 Bond Street, Dewsbury WF13 1AX

Cost: A charge of £14 full course or £2 per session is made to cover the printing of course materials and handbooks

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EPP: Expert patients programme

EPP (expert patients programme) is for anyone with a long-term health condition who wants to learn self-management skills for controlling and improving their health.

Long term health conditions can lead to low self-esteem, emotional, physical and social problems which can affect quality of life and relationships.

Each EPP is delivered over seven sessions, by course leaders who have experience of living with a long-term health condition.

Some of the skills discussed include:

• relaxation techniques

• setting achievable goals

• problem solving

• communication skills

• positive thinking techniques

Each EPP is delivered by course leaders who themselves have experience of living with a long-term health condition.

Date and time:

Tue. 7th February 2017: 1pm-3:30pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Improving sleep: Making a meaningful change

Sleep plays an important role in keeping us healthy, emotionally strong and better equipped to manage the challenges of daily life.

When we don’t have good sleep, our concentration is affected, things become harder and we can feel less like ourselves.

Using a range of technique and sleep tools, this five week course will support you to evaluate your sleep routine and look at the principles of sleep theory.

Each session will provide you with information on how to develop healthier habits to improve your sleep routine.

The course is offered with the support of Connect Housing at the Recovery College.

Date and time:

Wed. 16th November 2016: 1pm-3:30pm

Venue:


Cost: A charge of £5 full course or £1 per session is made to cover the printing of course materials

Building confidence to work

Delivered by Richmond Fellowship’s specialist employment team, this six week course is designed to explore ways of increasing your personal confidence in moving towards work.

Delivered by Richmond Fellowships Specialist Employment Team this six week course is designed to explore ways of improving your personal confidence in moving towards work.

It can be difficult to identify our experience and think that others would value our skills and expertise.

This course aims to provide a safe and helpful place to discuss concerns, share hesitations and pick up some useful tips that may aid your thoughts about work.

Date and time:

Tue. 25th October 2016: 12:30-2:30pm

Venue:

Richmond Fellowship, 64 Daisy Hill, Dewsbury WF13 1LJ

Date and time:

Fri. 3rd March 2017: 12:30-2:30pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Facilitation skills: first steps in facilitation

Would you like get involved in delivering a group or workshop?

Not sure where to start? Or what makes a good session work well?

This course will provide you with the opportunity to find out more about how we learn and what makes a good learning environment.

Delivered in a fun and interactive way, over five session, we’ll provide the opportunity to test out your skills and build on your knowledge of group work.

By attending this course there is no obligation to deliver sessions with the Recovery College.

Date and time:

Wed. 1st March 2017: 1pm-4pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Moving forward

One off workshops and longer courses that strengthen and build on your learning from previous sessions. These courses provide an opportunity for self development, recognising and sharing your skills and experience.

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Essential skills for volunteers

This course provides a great introduction to what it means to be a volunteer.

It also provides an opportunity for experienced volunteers to share their experiences of volunteering.

You don’t need to be volunteering to take part.

Topics include:

• recognising personal skills and strengths

• looking for volunteer opportunities

• handling difficult situations

• maintaining your own health while volunteering

• confidentiality and safeguarding.

Each session will use a mixture of interactive activities and discussions to make sure you get the most from your volunteering experience.

This course is offered by the WEA for the Recovery College.

Date and time:

Please contact the Recovery College to express your interest. This course is dependent on a minimum number of participants.

Venue:


Cost: Free to those on a qualifying benefit. Please contact the Recovery College for more information’

What is co-production?

The recovery college is built on the principle of co-production, which recognises and celebrates all of our skills and talents.

This workshop will introduce the topic of co-production and aims to challenge your perceptions of participation, engagement and working together.

Co-designed and co-delivered by learners, volunteers and staff members this session provides an informative and thought-provoking reflection on the relationship between professionals and service users.

Date and time:

Fri. 14th October 2016: 10:30am-3:30pm

Venue:


Cost: Free

Positive Steps

For carers of people with a diagnosis of dementia

Positive steps

The positive steps educational programme is a five week course delivered by the Kirklees admiral nursing service and is designed for carers of people living with a diagnosis of dementia.

Positive steps is aimed at carers who have a GP in Kirklees and help to support a person with a diagnosis of dementia. The programme enables carers to increase their understanding of the condition.

Each session offers information about the condition, details of the complexities of dementia and helps to develop coping strategies. It provides opportunities to improve quality of life and aid better communication with the person living with dementia.

This course aims to empower carers, improve their wellbeing and provide the tools to reduce stress and improve care delivery.

Carers also facilitate the programme and share their caring experience.

Each of the weekly sessions include guest speakers with representatives from memory services, improving access to psychological therapies (IAPT), physiotherapy, and occupational therapy.

Date Time Number of sessions Venue Cost

Tuesday 6 September 9.30-12.30 pm 5Pathways, Nettleton Road, Mirfield WF14 9AQ

Free

Monday 7 November 9.30-12.30 pm 5Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT

Free

To book your course place please contact the admiral nurse service on 01484 434638

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Workshops and course dates

Title Date Time Number of sessions Venue Cost

Updating your WRAP

Thurs. 1st Sept 1-4pm 1 Recovery College Free

Introduction to the Recovery College

Mon. 5th Sept 1-3pm 1 Recovery College Free

Ways to Well-being: Welcome session

Mon. 5th Sept 10-11am 1Touchstone, Dewsbury

Free

Positive Steps Tue. 6th Sept 9:30-12:30pm 5 Recovery College Free


Tue. 6th Sept 10-11am 1S2R, Brook Street, Huddersfield

Free

Mindfulness Wed. 7th Sept 1-3pm 8Folly Hall, Huddersfield

Free

Ways to Well-being

Mon. 12th Sept 10-1pm 5Touchstone, Dewsbury

£2 per session



Ways to Well-being

Tue. 13th Sept 10-1pm 5S2R, Brook Street, Huddersfield

£2 per session

Introduction to WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning)

Tue. 13th Sept 5:30-7:30pm 1 Recovery College Free

WRAP: (Wellness Recovery Action Planning)


Introduction to Robotics (& basic computer programming)

Tue. 20th Sept 1-4pm 1 Recovery College Free


Evening: WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning)

Tue. 20th Sept 5:30-7:30pm 11 Recovery College Free

Respect Judo: promoting well-being and self-esteem

Thur. 22nd Sept 10:30-12:15pm 6 Recovery College Free


Wed. 28th Sept 11-1pm 1 Recovery College Free


Wed. 12th Oct 1-3pm 4 Recovery College Free

What is co-production?

Fri. 14th Oct 10:30-3:30pm 1 Recovery College Free

Introduction to woodwork skills

Mon. 17th Oct 10:30- 12:30pm 1 Recovery College Free


Tue. 25th Oct 12:30-2:30pm 6Richmond Fellowship – Huddersfield

Free

The Stress and Anxiety Management tool kit

Wed. 26th Oct 10:30-1pm 1 Recovery College Free

Woodwork skills: storage crate project

Mon. 31st Oct 10:30-12:30pm 4 Recovery College £4 material cost


Thur. 3rd Nov 10-11am 1S2R, Brook Street, Huddersfield

Free

Action for Happiness: Exploring what matters

Thur. 3rd Nov 1-3pm 7Connect Housing – Dewsbury

£2 per session


Fri. 4th Nov 11-1pm 1 Recovery College Free

Positive Steps Mon. 7th Nov 9:30-12:30pm 5Folly Hall, Huddersfield

Free

Updating your WRAP

Mon. 9th Jan 1-4pm 1 Recovery College Free

Ways to Well-being:

Thur. 10th Nov 10-1pm 5S2R, Brook Street, Huddersfield

£2 per session

Improving Sleep: making meaningful change

Wed. 16th Nov 1-3:30pm 5 Recovery College £1 per session

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If you would like to enroll on a course or would like to know more about how you can get involved with the recovery college, contact us on:

01924 326540 or email: [email protected]

Our prospectus and enrolment forms are available to down load from: www.kirkleesrecoverycollege.co.uk

For up to date course information, videos and course photos, visit our Facebook page: search ‘discover recovery college Kirklees’ on www.facebook.com


Introduction to Robotics (& basic computer programming)

Tue. 22nd Nov 1-4 pm 1 Recovery College Free

Updating your WRAP

Mon. 9th Jan 1-4pm 1 Recovery College Free


Tue. 10th Jan 1-3pm 1 Recovery College Free

Mindfulness Thur. 12th Jan 1-3pm 8Folly Hall, Huddersfield

Free

Respect Judo: promoting well-being and self-esteem

Thur. 19th Jan 10:30-12:15 6 Recovery College Free


Wed. 25th Jan 1-3pm 4 Recovery College Free


Mon. 6th Feb 1-3pm 1 Recovery College Free

EPP: Expert Patients Programme

Tue. 7th Feb 1-3.30 7 Recovery College Free

Facilitation skills: first steps in facilitation

Wed. 1st Mar 1-4pm 3 Recovery College Free


Fri. 3rd Mar 12:30-2:30pm 6 Recovery College Free

Introduction to WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning)

Mon. 13th Mar 1-3pm 1 Recovery College Free

Woodwork skills: garden seat project

Mon. 20th Mar 10:30-12:30pm 3 Recovery College £6 material cost

Updating your WRAP

Mon. 20th Mar 1-4pm 1 Recovery College Free

What is DISCOVER: Recovery college Kirklees?

DISCOVER: Recovery college is led by South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and supported by Kirklees Council. We work in partnership with volunteers and other supporting organisations to develop and run a range of workshops and courses which promote wellbeing and good mental health.

Who is the recovery college for?

Adults who want to improve their own wellbeing and/or the health and wellbeing of someone they care for or support.

We focus on education, building people’s skills and knowledge.

Our courses aren’t therapy or a clinical intervention. Our sessions have been designed and are run by people with experience of mental health conditions and professionals that work with them.

How many other learners will be on a course with me?

Group sizes are kept small so that you have the best chance of learning and can develop your knowledge and understanding. Some courses, depending on the topic may have maximum limits set to ensure that we’re able to offer a supportive environment to learn. Typical group sizes are between 8-12 learners.

Where and how will I learn?

The recovery college is based at Pathways, Nettleton Road, Mirfield WF14 9AQ. Initially, a lot of our workshops will be delivered from here, but we also offer sessions provided at some of our partnering venues. These are shown on the course descriptions.

As we develop we intend to offer more workshops and courses across Kirklees.

Our courses and workshops are co-delivered by volunteer course leaders working with health care and educational professionals. Our volunteers have a wealth of both personal and professional experience of mental health, maintaining their own wellbeing or the wellbeing of someone that they care for or support.

Will I need to pay for a course?

The majority of our courses are free to access. On occasion there may be a small charge for a course, but we’ll make it clear if you need to pay a contribution.

Can I bring a supporter or family member with me?

Yes. We are happy for you to bring a carer, supporter or staff member who supports you.

Please note that your supporter must register, enrol and can participate in the sessions.

Frequently asked questions

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I don’t want to go back to school or college – is that what this is?

No. Our courses aren’t traditional college or school subjects and aren’t delivered in a traditional way. We have course leaders rather than teachers and refer to you as a learner rather than a student.

We believe that we all have something to learn and we are all on our own recovery journey. If you attend a course you won’t be sitting in a classroom listening to a teacher talk while you take notes. Instead you’ll have opportunities to discuss subjects that interest you, learn at your own pace and share your expertise.

Do I need to be referred by my mental health team?

No. You do not need to be referred.

As a learner, you simply enrol and discuss with us the courses which best suit you.

I care for or support someone who uses mental health services – can I enrol?

Yes. Learners don’t need to have accessed mental health services before, you just need to be open to learning and wanting to improve your own wellbeing or the health and wellbeing of someone else.

Everyone who attends a workshop or course at the recovery college will be thought of as a learner. No-one is labelled as a ‘service user’ or ‘professional’ – including course leaders.

Will my learning be useful beyond my recovery?

Yes. Our prospectus is grouped in to four sections to make it easier to identify which workshops are best for you.

Each section focuses on different aspects of recovery and you can pick and choose between them.

• Introductions and tasters

• Investigate your interests

• Exploring wellbeing

• Moving forward

Courses offer a range of different skills and you are encouraged to use what you have learned. Our ‘moving forward’ section aims to provide you with opportunities to think about what you would like to do in the future.

I have some physical mobility problems – can I come to the recovery college?

Yes. Our college is based on the ground floor and is compliant with the Equality Act.

Where courses are provided at alternative venues we ensure these are suitable for people with mobility problems.

For courses which have a physical aspect, please contact the recovery college co-ordinator on 01924 326540 or email [email protected] to discuss your requirements.

What if I need some support with studying once the programme has begun?

Our course leaders will be happy to provide advice and support if you feel that you need any additional help.

What happens if I’m not able to attend the whole course?

Don’t worry. We understand that it may be difficult to attend the full course for many different reasons.

The recovery college co-ordinator will be happy to discuss with you any problems you might have in attending. Although we do ask that you do your best to attend.

If you cannot attend three consecutive sessions we won’t be able to keep your course place open.

What happens once I have finished my course?

One of our key aims is to provide you with the time and space to decide on your next steps – and the confidence to take them.

This may be moving on to another course with us, a course with someone else or thinking about other steps including moving into volunteering or paid work. Whatever your next step, please ask and we’ll do all we can to help.

Do I need to have any qualifications or be able to read and write well to attend a course?

No. We appreciate that learners may have missed out on education or found school or college courses difficult.

Our courses range from brief, introductory ‘taster’ workshops to courses running over a few weeks. There are no formal entry requirements for any of our courses and we don’t ask you to take notes, read or speak out loud in a session if you don’t feel comfortable.

Do I have to take any tests or exams at the recovery college?

No. There are no exams or tests.

On occasion we may offer an accredited course in our ‘moving forward’ section of the prospectus – this may require some evidence of learning. This will be discussed with you at the time of enrolment onto the course. If you have any questions, just ask.

Where can I find out more information?

For more information, contact DISCOVER: Recovery college Kirklees on 01924 326540.

Email: [email protected]

Find us on Facebook: Discover recovery college Kirklees or visit our website at www.kirkleesrecoverycollege.co.uk.

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From Dewsbury

A644 Ravensthorpe into Mirfield. Turn right after Speights Lighting into Doctor Lane.

Turn first left into Nettleton Road and Pathways is 300yds on the right.

From Huddersfield

At Cooper Bridge roundabout follow A644 to Dewsbury. After approximately 1 mile turn left after the 30mph sign into Doctor Lane, turn first left into Nettleton Road.

Pathways is 300yds on the right.

Free parking is available at rear of the main Pathways building.

By bus

203 Leeds to Huddersfield/Huddersfield to Leeds (both stop directly outside Pathways)

217 and 219 Leeds to Huddersfield/Huddersfield to Leeds (both stop at Doctor Lane)

Creative Minds is all about the use of creative approaches and activities in healthcare. It helps to increase self-esteem, providing a sense of purpose, developing social skills, helping community

integration and improving quality of life.

Creative Minds develop community partnerships to no only co-fund but also co-deliver projects for local people.

Find out more at: www.creativemindsuk.com Follow us on Twitter @allofusinmind or like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/creativemindsuk

You can also call us on 01924 327567 or email [email protected]

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Pathways

Pathways day services are for adults who are recovering from mental ill health. The service offers a range of meaningful activities that help people build up confidence and self-esteem, learn new skills and increase and develop strengths and interests in a supportive environment.

01924 326540 [email protected]

Connect Housing

Connect Housing is a charitable housing and support provider. They improve people’s quality of life through good housing in thriving, inclusive neighbourhoods with support that empowers them.

0300 5000 600 [email protected] http://www.connecthousing.org.uk

Kirklees admiral nurses

The admiral nurses support families living with the effects of dementia across Kirklees. They focus on the needs of the family to better understand dementia and the progression of the condition. Admiral nurses provide support for carers working in partnership with fellow services and agencies across the locality.

01484 434638 www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk

Circles Work

Circles Work is a community interest company providing high quality, innovative, recovery based courses. They also offer training and support groups for people experiencing mental ill health and those wanting to maintain good mental health.

http://circleswork.weebly.com/

About us

Discover: Recovery college Kirklees has been developed as a partnership between South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Kirklees Council. Partnering organisations supporting this prospectus include:

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S2R

Support to Recovery (S2R) is a local mental health charity that has provided a range of services to the people of Kirklees for over 20 years. We have developed a reputation for diverse, inventive responses to the changing outlook of mental health service delivery.

01484 539531 [email protected] www.s2r.org.uk

Workers’ Educational Association (WEA)

The WEA, a registered charity, is the UK’s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education and delivers courses both locally and across the UK. The WEA offers a wide ranging curriculum, providing positive and supportive learning environments.

07880 565459 [email protected] www.wea.org.uk/yh

TAP (textiles, art, photography)

TAP (textiles, art, photography) are a locally led community group who offer creative classes for both education and leisure. The group offer friendly classes to develop artistic talents build community connections and provide the opportunity to gain qualifications in fine art, digital photography or creative textiles.

07823 339610 [email protected] [email protected] www.tapintoarteducation.co.uk

Richmond Fellowship

The Kirklees and Dewsbury employment service managed by Richmond Fellowship provide specialist help and advice to adults aged 18 and over living in the Kirklees area. It supports people who have mental health problems, autistic spectrum conditions or early onset dementia who want to access paid employment, voluntary work, work placements, education or training.

01484 434866 [email protected] www.richmondfellowship.org.uk

Women Centre

Women Centre provides holistic, one-stop services at our centres in Huddersfield and Halifax and in the community. Our wide-ranging services include emotional and practical support on issues such as debt, benefits, mental or physical health, domestic violence, counselling, training and development and much more.

01484 450866 www.womencentre.org.uk

Discover: Recovery college Kirklees has been developed as a partnership between South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Kirklees Council.

Discover: Recovery college Kirklees

Pathways Nettleton Road Mirfield WF14 9AQ

01924 326540 [email protected]

www.kirkleesrecoverycollege.co.uk

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