The Day Services run a variety of vocational and therapeutic groups throughout the week and also provide a drop–in service which is open 22 hours per week. In addition there are social inclusion opportunities, including work placements, work experience and volunteering. We also support people accessing training and further education.

The Day Service is open six days a week and is available to all borough residents experiencing mental health issues

The Day Services is User Run, most of the groups are either facilitated or co – facilitated by service users. They also produce a quarterly newsletter. There is a monthly Open Forum where members contribute to the development of the centre.

Groups:

Music Workshops
We run two music groups one for beginners and one for advanced

Internet & Computer
We run a weekly computer group with internet access available throughout the week

Film & Video Production
Members create and edit their own films

Art
This group runs weekly – (from September a non referral Art Therapy group will be introduced)

Women’s Group
The members of this group participate in various activities and regularly go on outings

Drama Group
Members of this group have the opportunity to work on their own productions. There are also opportunities to participate in film projects.

Scrabble & Games
This group runs weekly

Therapeutic Groups
• Art Therapy – Referral
• Relaxation
• Reflexology – Advance bookings required

We have two groups which are running for a limited period only:
• Dance & Movement Therapy
• Drama Dance & Movement Therapy

Drop – In
The Drop–In runs five days a week and hot meals and drinks are served on two evenings. A variety of activities are held throughout the month including: competitions, quiz nights, Karaoke, cinema night and bingo – with plenty of prizes!

Refreshments are served every day throughout the week free of charge.