Community - Personal Growth & Empowerment

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Our primary aim is to positively impact individuals’ lives.

Support available when it comes to your fitness and mental wellbeing, so you can face lifes challenges head on.

Our objectives include:

Comprehensive Support: We strive to offer holistic assistance, encompassing emotional, practical, and educational support, ensuring that individuals receive the help they need.

Innovative Solutions: We aim to pioneer innovative methods of support by harnessing data to inform best practices. This involves gathering data and utilising it to develop effective solutions that can potentially save lives.

Advocacy and Awareness: We’re committed to raising awareness about mental health issues, advocating for improved understanding and reducing stigma within society.

Collaboration: We seek partnerships with professionals, organisations, and the community to create a network of support that maximises our impact.

Ultimately, our overarching aim is to make a difference, one life at a time, by continuously expanding our services and knowledge to reach those in need.

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Get a Grip - Save a Hip Over 55's

“Get a Grip, Protect a Hip” is an innovative project designed to support the over-55s in the Southeast area of Sheffield, particularly those affected by the social isolation stemming from the Cost-of-Living Crisis. Our aim is to provide physical, emotional, and mental support through a series of engaging activities, fostering a community of help and support.

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Creative Expressions: Art and Play Therapy for Children (Ages 5-13)

Unlock your child’s full potential with our 6 -week “Creative Expressions: Art and Play Therapy” course! Tailored for ages 5 to 13, this transformative journey empowers your child to communicate, cope, and thrive. Through imaginative play and artistic exploration, they’ll build emotional resilience, develop vital life skills, and discover their unique strengths. Our expert-led sessions ensure a nurturing environment where creativity flourishes, while detailed progress reports keep you informed every step of the way. Invest in your child’s future today – watch them blossom into confident, expressive individuals. Enrol now and witness the magic of self-discovery unfold.

Course is initially 6 weeks and lasts 50 minutes

1. Children and Adolescents: Art therapy provides a safe and engaging outlet for younger individuals to express complex emotions, work through challenges, and enhance their self-esteem.

2. Individuals with Emotional Distress: It offers a non-verbal means of expression for those struggling to articulate their emotions, aiding in processing trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression.

3. People with Communication Issues: Art therapy is particularly helpful for individuals with communication disorders or difficulties, enabling them to communicate feelings and thoughts visually.

4. Trauma Survivors: Art therapy can aid trauma survivors in processing their experiences, reducing the impact of distressing memories, and promoting healing.

5. Stress Management Seekers: Engaging in creative activities helps manage stress by promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and a healthy way to escape daily pressures.

6. Individuals Seeking Self-Exploration: Art therapy encourages introspection, aiding those who wish to explore their identity, goals, and values in a supportive environment.

Play Therapy Supports:

Play therapy is beneficial for:

1. Children with Behavioural Issues: Play therapy helps children express and work through challenging behaviours, fostering self-control, and promoting positive alternatives.

2. Children Facing Family Changes: It assists children dealing with divorce, relocation, or other family transitions, offering a safe space to process emotions and adapt.

3. Anxious or Shy Children: Play therapy provides an avenue for anxious or shy children to build confidence, develop social skills, and reduce anxiety in a non-threatening manner.

4. Children with Trauma: Play therapy aids trauma recovery by allowing children to re-enact and process traumatic experiences in a controlled and safe environment.

5. Children with Developmental Delays: It supports children with developmental delays in reaching developmental milestones and improving their emotional regulation and communication.

6. Children with ADHD or Autism: Play therapy helps children with ADHD or autism develop focus, impulse control, and social skills through structured and directed play sessions.

Social Worker and School Referrals the initial course is paid for thanks to Heart of England Community Foundation Wesleyan and South Yorkshire Community Foundation

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Stride & Thrive SEN Sport Activities

Stride and Thrive is an innovative and inclusive program designed for young individuals with special educational needs and disabilities. Our mission is to empower these youths through a series of engaging and tailored activities that focus on sports, teamwork, and personal development.

Objectives:

To build confidence and resilience in participants.
To foster independence while emphasizing the importance of group collaboration.
To provide access to various sports, catering to different interests and abilities.
To support parents and families of the participants.
To help each child realize and embrace their unique worth.

Activities: The program includes a diverse range of sports such as rugby, basketball, dodgeball, and boxing, alongside activities like yoga. These are designed not only for physical development but also to enhance social skills, teamwork, and emotional well-being.

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Our journey so far

From womens self-defence to SEND sports programmes.

It fills us with immense pride and fuels our desire to achieve even more. Each programme we’ve launched has not only met but surpassed our expectations.

Two unbelievable projects

Firstly, we have our Over 55’s Get a Grip Save a Hip, delivering fitness and wellbeing for the mature generation, looking to help them with long lasting fitness and strengthen key areas to protect them now and in the future. Find out more about the benefits in our blog.

The Over 55’s sessions are live and FREE thanks to Sport England, access these amazing classes here.

The 2nd project is our mental wellbeing project for teenagers. With CAMHS waiting lists growing stronger we will be looking to work with local agencies and education providers to reduce the waiting lists.

Its imperative young people develop tools early on, and talk to people prepared to listen, help and support.

Wesleyan - South Yorkshire Community Foundation

A significant milestone for our community!

Our organisation has been awarded a grant to conduct therapy group sessions, focusing on the transformative power of art therapy.

This initiative will cater to groups of six students. Each session led by our highly skilled and fully qualified art therapy coach, who also has experience in Play and Lego therapy.

This programme is specifically designed for young children aged between 5 and 12 years. This is a crucial developmental stage where they begin to navigate and understand the world around them.

The Purpose

Through these sessions, children will engage in creative and expressive activities. This will provide them with a unique platform to explore and articulate their emotions and thoughts.

This approach is not just about fostering creativity; it’s a vital support system covering a wide range of areas, including emotional and social development. You can find out more information about the benefits of art therapy in our blog.

This grant marks a significant step forward in our commitment to nurturing the mental and emotional well-being of children in our community.

Everyone is welcome

Our inclusive community is designed to make everyone feel valued and supported, with initiatives that include mental health-focused events and activities for those over 60. By integrating educational support, we aim to enhance personal development and future opportunities for all members of our community.

Empowering Girls and Women with the VRU

Our groundbreaking self-defence initiative specifically designed for vulnerable girls and women has achieved remarkable results in just three months, exceeding our initial targets.

Thanks to the generous funding received, we have been able to expand our program and make a positive difference in the lives of even more individuals. The self-defence classes have been nothing short of exceptional, empowering countless vulnerable women and girls to protect themselves.

We have also had the privilege of working with individuals in high-risk professions who recognize the importance of self-defence training. With your continued support, together we can create a safer future for all.

SEND Sports

Through collaboration with the National Lottery and Sport England, we have successfully organised kickboxing and boxing courses in South Yorkshire as well as a variety of sporting activities.

Our aim has always been to provide a solid foundation for SEND students, ensuring inclusivity for all. The joy of these projects was immeasurable, and we cannot wait to embark on more ventures like this.