Restart Scheme
Designed to bring together our Restart Scheme Participants with severe mental health barriers and those with complex needs and challenges, Partnership Coordinator Rhian Chilvers hosted a Restart Scheme Wellbeing Event recently, which saw over 40 Participants attend at the PeoplePlus office in Swansea.
The event was run in collaboration with our delivery partners; PeoplePlus, ITEC and Maximus. Present at the event were organisations that provide a range of services and support from training courses to everyday living needs.
A not unfamiliar story is that of Jack*, who despite being invited to many events and jobs fairs, could never face the thought of mixing with a room full of strangers. After being welcomed by the team, given a cup of tea and chocolate brownie, Jack was introduced to all the support organisations in attendance. This led to him signing up for a Learn & Change session run by Swansea University. Jack was relieved to make it to the event, he said everyone he met was so kind.
"I am so glad I pushed through my anxiety to come today".
The event set no expectations or agenda; it provided an opportunity for attendees to chat one-on-one with local support organisations in an informal setting.
Thank you to the following organisations who contributed to the success of this event:
