Mind in Bradford http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk User Led – User Friendly Thu, 17 May 2012 15:35:38 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 Vacancy for Drop-In worker http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/05/17/vacancy-for-drop-in-worker/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/05/17/vacancy-for-drop-in-worker/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 15:33:29 +0000 Christine http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=555 advertdropinworker

]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/05/17/vacancy-for-drop-in-worker/feed/ 0 Bipolar group restarting http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/23/bipolar-group-restarting/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/23/bipolar-group-restarting/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:23:20 +0000 Christine http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=550 A weekly bipolar group is running at Tradeforce Building on a Monday evening 6 to 7. Just turn up or phone 01274 730815

]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/23/bipolar-group-restarting/feed/ 0 Enabling Theatre with Susan Quick http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/04/enabling-theatre-with-susan-quick/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/04/enabling-theatre-with-susan-quick/#comments Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:58:06 +0000 Christine http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=548 The drama workshops which have been running on a Monday will be moving to a Thursday 2 to 4  starting 12th April.

at Tradeforce Building, Cornwall Place, Bradford BD8 7JT

Using Augusto Boal’s “Rainbow of Desire” to banish the “Cops in our Heads”.

You don’t have to be able to act, just come along and try it.
See You Tube clip Enabling Radio Drama.
www.youtube.com
Enabling Radio Drama – End Of Session

]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/04/04/enabling-theatre-with-susan-quick/feed/ 0 Tai Chi http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/tai-chi-2/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/tai-chi-2/#comments Sat, 31 Mar 2012 16:23:12 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=546 The ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi is a slow meditative physical exercise where the mind and body work together.

The many benefits include:

  • Improving balance and control
  • Reducing stress and anxiety
  • Combining deep breathing with relaxation
  • Improving memory, concentration and digestion

We suggest comfortable clothing.

You are welcome to join at any time.

on Tuesdays — 1–2pm
The Cellar Project,
Farfield Road, Shipley
BD18 4QP

  • 17th April
  • 24th April
  • 1st May
  • 8th May
  • 15th May
  • 22nd May
  • 29th May
  • 5th June No session – Bank Holiday
  • 12th June
  • 19th June
  • 26th June
  • 3rd July
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The books will include fiction, non-fiction and poetry, your suggestions would be most welcome.

We welcome readers of all abilities to come along and experience the delights of reading with others, sharing feelings, thoughts and ideas.

You are welcome to join at any time.

Tuesdays — 2pm – 3.30pm
Manningham Library,
Carlisle Road, Bradford
BD8 8BB

  • 17th April
  • 24th April
  • 1st May
  • 8th May
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Singing in a group enhances feelings of relaxation, mood and confidence.

This group is for everyone, because we believe everyone can sing.

So don’t limit your singing to the bathroom!

No need to worry, no–one is put on the spot.

It’s about having fun, and who doesn’t like having fun?!

You are welcome to join at any time.

Tuesdays — 2– 4pm
Mind in Bradford,
Tradeforce Building, Cornwall
Place, Manningham, BD8 7JT

  • 17th April
  • 24th April
  • 1st May
  • 8th May
  • 15th May
  • 22nd May
  • 29th May
  • 5th June No session – Bank Holiday
  • 12th June
  • 19th June
  • 26th June
  • 3rd July
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We are growing vegetables, flowers, fruit and herbs.

Come along and join us digging, planting, pottering around or just enjoying the fresh air.

You are welcome to join at any time.

Tuesdays – 11am onwards
For directions and further details please contact Dianne on 07827848575

  • 17th April
  • 24th April
  • 1st May
  • 8th May
  • 15th May
  • 22nd May
  • 29th May
  • 5th June No session – Bank Holiday
  • 12th June
  • 19th June
  • 26th June
  • 3rd July
]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/allotment-3/feed/ 0 Self-Acceptance Through Focusing http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/self-acceptance-through-focusing-2/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/self-acceptance-through-focusing-2/#comments Sat, 31 Mar 2012 16:15:36 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=538 Focusing is a powerful healing tool which, with a little practice allows us to approach and unlock the emotionally stuck places in our lives.
This simple process can lead to a permanent shift in our experience of that place, where it is transformed to a part of us we can accept and move on from.

You are welcome to join at any time.

Mondays — 1–3pm
Mind in Bradford,
Tradeforce Building, Cornwall
Place, Manningham, BD8 7JT

  • 16th April
  • 23rd April
  • 30th April
  • 7th May No session – Bank Holiday
  • 14th May
  • 21st May
  • 28th May
  • 4th June No session – Bank Holiday
  • 18th June
  • 25th June
  • 2nd July
]]> http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/self-acceptance-through-focusing-2/feed/ 0 W.R.A.P http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/w-r-a-p/ http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/2012/03/31/w-r-a-p/#comments Sat, 31 Mar 2012 16:13:43 +0000 admin http://www.mindinbradford.org.uk/?p=536 Wellness Recovery Action Plan

In Partnership With Bradford District Care Trust

A 12 week workshop designed to:

  • Help you stay as well as you can
  • Help you keep a track of triggers, events and early warning signs of being unwell
  • Help you develop a list of activities for everyday wellbeing
  • To develop a daily maintenance plan

Places are limited to 12 people so booking is essential. Please contact Janette for an informal chat on 07827848576.

Mondays 1–4pm From 16th April
Wellbeing Service Keighley,
147 Skipton Road, Keighley BD21 3BG


Tuesdays 1–4pm From 17th April
Kala Sangam, St. Peter’s House,
1 Forster Square, Bradford BD1 4TY


Thursdays 1–4pm From 19th April
Strong Close Nursery, Airedale Road,
Keighley BD21 4LW

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Comfortable footwear and suitable clothing are recommended.

We usually meet at 11am.

You are welcome to join at any time.

on Thursdays
Please contact Dianne for exact times and meeting places on 07827848575

  • 19th April
  • 26th April
  • 3rd May
  • 10th May
  • 17th May
  • 24th May
  • 31st May
  • 7th June
  • 14th June
  • 21st June
  • 28th June
  • 5th July
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