Whats On?
NOTE: If you would like to join in any of the activities, but feel a bit shy, just pop in or give us a ring and one of our friendly volunteers will meet and introduce you.
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Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre is a community wellbeing hub run by and for the benefit of local residents with support from Bluesci. Its aim is to support local individuals and families to achieve their goals and improve their health and wellbeing through the 5 Ways to Wellbeing; Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Learn, and Give. Bluesci is a not for profit community interest company which supports people who may be experiencing emotional or psychological distress. Drop in to have a look around the centre or call reception on 0161 980 0720 to arrange an appointment so we can show you round. You can also send us a message via this website contact us.
Activities you can attend without booking – just come along
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9.00am- 3.00pm | Blues Cafe |
| Monday | 10.00am- 12.00pm | Welfare Rights run by Pakistani Resource Centre Free confidential and independent advice on welfare benefits housing consumer affairs council tax and debt. For more information call Tahir on 0161 445 0633 |
| Monday | 1.00pm- 4.00pm | Drama Workshop – With Theatre of the Senses |
| Monday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Woodwork – With Tree things |
| Monday | 12.30pm- 3.00pm | Music workshop – With Seed Studios Sound Explorers for beginners and experienced musicians. Providing the space to experiment with different instruments and explore music making together |
| Monday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Art – Felt Making “Never Felt Better”Felting Workshop with Andy |
| Tuesday | 9.00am- 3.00pm | Blues Cafe |
| Tuesday | 10.00pm- 12.00pm | Arts & Minds – Painting and drawing group |
| Tuesday | 12.15pm- 1.15pm | Women’s only yoga – Great starting point for those new to yoga |
| Tuesday | 11.00am- 12.00pm | Yoga – All levels of experience welcome |
| Tuesday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Arts & Minds – Morning art group with Diane |
| Tuesday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Drumming Workshop – Seed Studios |
| Tuesday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Creative Writing – Seymour Poets |
| Wednesday | 9.00am- 3.00pm | Blues Cafe |
| Wednesday | 10.00am- 12.00pm | The Wednesday Workshops – come and try something different each week including Creative Writing- Graphic Scores- Irish Themed Jams – Film Screenings etc all welcome for more information contact naomi@seedstudios.org tel 07710590610 click for poster |
| Wednesday | 11.00am- 3.00pm | Achieve drop-in – Are you friend or family member experiencing difficulties with drugs or alcohol? If you have a question or worry come along and speak to Colette – For more information call Colette on 07964 364457 |
| Wednesday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Craft Activity – Arts and Minds (on a break returning September 5th) |
| Thursday | 9.00am- 3.00pm | Blues Café |
| Thursday | 10.30pm- 12.30pm | Black and Minority Ethnic Mental Health Women's Group run by Pakistani Resource Centre for more information contact Sidra on 0161 445 0633 |
| Thursday | 11.00pm- 4.00pm | Bike Maintenance – Chainlink drop-in |
| Thursday | 10.00pm- 12.30pm | Painting and Drawing group |
| Thursday | 1.00pm- 2.30pm | Hearing Voices Group |
| Thursday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Woodwork with Tree Things |
| Thursday | 1.00pm- 3.00pm | Ukulele Workshop with Geoff |
Activities you have to book in advance
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday | Complementary Therapy Lorenzo offers remedial massage and sports massage. Please book directly with Lorenzo on 07946 259 242. Sessions cost £20.00 full body – £10.00 for back neck and shoulder massage or £15.00 full body – £7.50 back neck and shoulder massage (if you are in receipt of the appropriate benefits). |
| Monday | Computerised CBT Self Help Services please ask at reception for a referral form or call 07508410772 for more information |
| Tuesday | Massage / Acupuncture (female therapist Samina) ask at reception. |
| Wednesday | Massage (female therapist Leila) ask at reception. |
| Thursday | Reflexology (female therapist Claire) ask at reception. |
| Thursday | Counselling Ask for an appointment at reception. |
| Thursday | Complementary Therapy Lorenzo offers remedial massage and sports massage. Please book directly with Lorenzo on 07946 259 242. Sessions cost £20.00 full body – £10.00 for back neck and shoulder massage or £15.00 full body – £7.50 back neck and shoulder massage (if you are in receipt of the appropriate benefits). |
| Friday | Complementary Therapy (female therapist Becci) ask at reception. |
| Friday | Citizens Advice For appointments call in Monday to Thursday and ask reception for a referral form (reception can help complete the form) |
| Talking Therapies Appointments available |
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| Free Talking Therapies Appointments available daily including a range of supported community based activities – For a relaxed informal appointment please call 0161 912 2177 . Email appointments@bluesci.org.uk or ask your GP to refer you. |
Coming Soon
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 01.30pm- 2.30pm | Starting 9th January 8 weeks Mindfullness for Stress Course – What’s included in the Mindfulness for Stress course? – Guided instruction on mindfulness meditations – Breathing exercises – Gentle stretching and mindful movements – Group dialogue and discussions aimed at enhancing awareness in everyday life – CD of guided meditations – Specialised Breathworks workbook on Mindfulness for Stress for you to record your own personal progress – If you wish to attend please speak to reception or ask for Jen at the centre click for poster |
Greater Manchester West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust’s Recovery Academy provides a range of free educational courses and resources co-written and co-delivered by both professionals and people who themselves have experienced mental health or substance misuse problems. All the courses focus on supporting people with their recovery and promote good health and wellbeing.
Who can attend?
- Anyone who is experiencing mental health or substance misuse problems including their supporters (family, friends and loved ones)
- GMW staff, volunteers, students on placement and health care professionals
For information about courses run by the Recovery Academy: https://www.gmw.nhs.uk/recovery-prospectus
