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From April 2021- March 2022, we supported 802 people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing across our 5 key projects.
Like *Kate who says, "I was bullied at school and told off for crying – so I learned to hide my feelings. I started to have identity issues from my early 20’s & I became very anxious as a result. At the age of 53, I was given a formal diagnosis of Asperger’s & my mental health went downhill. But the Serenity Café has given me a safe space to come to and it makes my life better as I can spend some time with other people, which I have always found hard to do".
*not her real name.
New Reachout Youth group in Tonbridge
What is Reachout Youth?
Reachout Youth is a free service offering wellbeing support to young people in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge. Our trained and supportive staff deliver weekly groups to offer young people aged 13-19 a space to talk about things they might not usually share with friends or family.
Who can join?
Anyone aged 13-19 may join. You may be struggling with your mental health, feeling low, anxious or lonely, want to meet new people, or are just looking for something fun to do.
Why join Reachout Youth?
The groups offer young people a confidential, supportive and inclusive space to share things not usually shared with friends or family. The groups are a great way to make new friends, take part in fun activities, learn tools and resources to manage wellbeing, develop coping strategies, improve confidence and self-esteem and feel part of a community.
What will a session look like?
Sessions are informal with 2 trained and supportive members of staff to facilitate the group. The groups are peer-led meaning that you choose what you’d like to do in each session.
We always begin with a check-in and focus on wellbeing, through activities, games, workshops and discussions. Recently we have held quizzes, arts & crafts, yoga, games, pizza making and pumkin carving.
When & Where?
Tunbridge Wells: Thursday 4.30-6pm; term-time only.
The Hub, 2a Grosvenor Park, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2BD.
We are delighted to announce that from January 2023, we will be running a new group in Tonbridge!
Tonbridge: Fridays 4-5.30pm; term-time only*.
The Youth Hub, Block C, Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge, TN9 1TG
To find out more or to register your interest, contact Anna at annas@mentalhealthresource.org.uk