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Wellbeing groups
Arts and Crafts
Wednesdays, 2.30pm-4.00pm, Mind in Bradford
Creative group
A calm and safe space to enjoy getting crafty! Being creative can help to boost confidence, reduce anxiety and isolation. This group is a great opportunity to socialize, make new friends and allow your imagination to run free.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Creative Writing
Mondays, 1.00pm-3.00pm, Mind in Bradford
Creative group
A relaxed group that focuses on organising thoughts, processing emotions, boosting imagination and improving communications though the medium of writing.
Some of the writing from this group gets published in our quarterly client newsletter, Write Mind.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Cook and Eat
Mondays, 2.00pm-3.30pm, Mind in Bradford
Cooking group
Join this six-week course for the opportunity to learn new skills, share skills and build confidence in the kitchen. A relaxed and inviting environment to produce and share delicious food together.
To book onto this group or be added to the waiting list you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Horse Riding and Wellbeing
Tuesdays, 1.30pm-3.15pm, Cliff Hollins Riding School
In-person group meeting at Mind in Bradford, travel included to Cliff Hollins riding school
A 6-week course for up to eight clients, the sessions will run every Tuesday 1.30pm – 3.15pm, including travel from Mind in Bradford to the riding school and back. You will get the opportunity to be around horses and ponies, lead them around, ride a horse, put on a saddle and work on your confidence around animals.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Qi Gong
Mondays, 2.00pm-3.30pm, Mind in Bradford
Gentle exercise group
A series of movement and holding positions whilst controlling breathing. Suitable for all abilities. Any serious illness – may need to consult doctor first.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Ten Pin Bowling
Fridays, 12.00pm-2.00pm, Shipley Lanes
In-person group at Shipley Lanes, Market Street, Shipley
We are delighted to offer a 10-week bowling course at Shipley Lanes, the sessions will run every Friday for 10-weeks from 12pm – 2pm. At week five you’ll get your own bowling ball and bag to keep. We are asking for a contribution of £2 towards each session.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Tribal Drumming
Tuesdays, 5.15pm-6.15pm, Mind in Bradford
Musical group
Drumming is proven to reduce stress, help with concentration and is a workout without even knowing it!
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Walk and Talk
Mondays, 11.30am-1.00pm
Relaxed walking group
Meeting together at Lister Park once a week for a casual, social walk and an opportunity to chat with staff and peers.
We have walking shoes you can use if needed (size 6 and up).
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Board Games
Thursdays, 5.00pm-8.00pm, Saturdays 2.00pm – 5.00pm
This new group presents you with the opportunity to sharpen your mind, enhance problem-solving skills, and stimulate your creativity through a variety of board games!
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Recovery groups
Confidence, Assertiveness and Self-Esteem
Fridays, 12.00pm-1.30pm, Mind in Bradford
Group to build confidence
A 6 week course looking at how these topics affect our mental health. Useful tools to help boost confidence. Exploring boundaries, types of thinking, positive affirmations and values.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Hearing Voices
Tuesdays, 4.30pm-6.00pm, St Andrews Church, Skipton
Wednesdays, 12.00pm-1.30pm, Mind in Bradford
Group for people who hear voices
Learn new strategies and talk to others to help you cope with hearing voices at these weekly groups.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
As well as our weekly Hearing Voices group we also have a Maastricht Service:
Men's Wellbeing Group
Monday, 10.30am-12.00pm, Settle Community Hub
Relaxed wellbeing group
A relaxed group to discuss mental health, wellbeing, how to stay well and where to find support.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Recovery Support
Tuesdays, 10.30am-12.30pm, Holme Centre (BD4)
Peer support group
User-led recovery-based learning and support around various mental health topics. In partnership with Healthy Lifestyle Solutions and located in Holme Wood at Holme Centre, Madison Avenue, BD4 0JE
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Six Weeks of Wellness
Mondays, 4.00pm-5.30pm, Mind in Bradford
Group for wellbeing tips
Covers a wide range of topics that will help you manage your wellbeing more effectively. Each week focuses on a different topic: five ways to wellbeing; mindfulness and meditation; stress and anxiety; sleep; forgiveness; gratitude.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Supporting Others
Wednesdays, 10.30pm-12pm, Young Master School, Shipley
Group to support anyone who cares for a friend or relative with neurodiversity
Talk to others in your position, share experiences and set goals together. This groups support will help to improve your confidence, self-esteem and mental wellbeing.
To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.
Understanding Trauma
Fridays, 1.30pm–3.00pm, Mind in Bradford
A 6 week recovery course
A trauma recovery group that helps people to understand the impacts of trauma upon our physical and mental health, and develops coping strategies to help overcome these.
To be added to the waiting list contact [email protected]
