Wellbeing Service Groups
Our Wellbeing Service groups are currently unable to run face to face due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have put together video resources to replace our face-to-face groups for time being - these can be found under the group summaries below and they can also be found in our resources section. These are available for anyone to watch.
Our Wellbeing Service offers a range of groups - please click on the drop downs below to find out more about each one. Please click this link to sign yourself up to any of our wellbeing groups, or contact us and we can do this for you.
Loss Group
The group is run over 3 weekly sessions each lasting 2 hours. Each session will focus on a different topic, including:
- Understanding loss and grief
- Coping methods for loss inc. mindfulness
- Action plan for the future
The group will involve a mixture of presentations, group discussion, individual and group tasks. There is a clear structure, but also space to talk about your own experience of loss, and to ask questions. Suitable for anyone (aged 18 and over) whose life has been affected by loss. This may include bereavement, loss or decline of physical health, loss of relationship, job, house etc.
Please see below video, outlining the basics of what will be explored in the virtual group
Compassionate Mind Training
6 week course that helps us understand the unhelpful loops that our brains can get caught in and find ways to get out of those loops and into the here and now. Each session is 2 hours.
Psychological Wellbeing
This group will take place over four sessions with one of our highly trained Well Being staff. The program will include dealing with anxiety, low mood, frustration, stress and relaxation techniques.
Please see the video below whilst we are unable to run this group face-to-face due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Making Healthy Choices
This group takes place over two sessions lasting two hours each; a group to help you take steps towards setting and maintaining goals about your health and lifestyle.
Please see the video below whilst we are unable to run this group face-to-face due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mindfulness Based Healthy Living
The aim of this course is to support each other through positive changes in habits and movements. the course goes over 7 weeks with each session lasting 2 hours.
Cooking For Wellbeing
Each 2 hour session looks at topics such as cost-effective recipes, nutrition and meal planning covered over 4 weeks.
Alpaca Walk
Join us at Alpacly Ever After to walk and feed alpacas. It aims to boost your mood and is a great way to do gentle activity.
Penrith Hospital Community Garden
Come to the Penrith Hospital Community Garden to be part of a friendly team, socialise with a cup of tea and move your body.
Wigton Community Hospital Garden Group
No experience needed for joining us to maintain the Wellbeing Sensory Garden in Wigton. It is a great way to keep fit, connect with others and be immersed in colours and aromas.
Menopause
A group to help you understand and manage your menopause; for all women pre, peri and post menopause.
Restorative Rest (Sleep Workshop)
A group to help you understand good sleep practices; to include sleep myths and helpful tips for a good nights sleep.
Please see the below animation for an overview of information on sleep.
Wellbeing for Men
This group will take place over four sessions with one of our highly trained Well Being staff. The program will include information relevant to men of all ages.
Please see the video below whilst we are unable to run this group face-to-face due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Woodland Wellbeing
Join us at Watchtree Nature Reserve for 6 weeks of learning new skills, socialising around the campfire and soaking up the natural forest health. Watch this space for upcoming dates.
Games Group
Come play some board games and have a cuppa with some company.
Creativity for Wellbeing
This group will take place on Tuesdays at Wigton Library with one of our highly trained wellbeing staff. This is a group for thinking, talking and creating together in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Please see the below video for the benefits of creativity.
Keeping on Track
A group for anyone who has previously attended one of our other groups, to help maintain your motivation.
