Oxfordshire
Short Courses and Workshops Spring 2018
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Contents Introduction................................................................... 2
How to access Oxfordshire Mind’s Short Courses and Workshops
How to access Oxfordshire Mind’s Short Courses and Workshops................................... 3
Information Line
Feedback...................................................................... 4 Our range of Short Courses and Workshops............. 6 South and Vale............................................................. 8 Oxford City................................................................... 9 Cherwell and West..................................................... 10
Introduction Oxfordshire Mind’s educational programme of Wellbeing and Coping Skills courses and workshops have something for everyone. Whether you want to pick up a skill, or develop an interest you already have, learning something new can really help to improve your mental wellbeing.
Dan Knowles Chief Executive
This year we are proud to be expanding our range of short courses to include workshops!
If you are interested in any of our courses please first call the Information Line on 01865 247 788 to arrange an Options Session (available over the phone or in person). An Options Session involves a short conversation about your wellbeing with one of our Wellbeing Workers and will include a short questionnaire.
Open Monday - Thursday 9.30-4.30 and Friday 9.30-4 (closed on bank holidays)
During Options Sessions we will identify together which of our courses, groups or activities might be most useful for you at this time, or we can signpost you to alternative activities elsewhere in the county. We will also send through further information about any recommended Mind courses along with details on how to register for the appropriate course. If you have had an Options Session with us already, please contact the Education and Wellbeing Course Coordinator on shortcourses@oxfordshiremind.org.uk and we’ll send you a link for online booking, or call on 01865 263 744 to book a place over the phone.
“I really enjoyed the course and meeting people with the same thoughts as me.” Managing Strong Emotions attendee
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Feedback on courses
How would you rate the course you attended?
Very good
Here at Oxfordshire Mind we are proud to have great feedback. This is a testament to our highly experienced course facilitators!
Good Satisfactory
“Thank you for your warmth, kindness and empathy. You’ll never know how much this course has helped me.” Practical Ways to Wellbeing attendee What impact has the course had on your wellbeing?
“I’ve learnt so much about myself and with your help I’ve been able to deal with things that I haven’t before.” Practical Ways to Wellbeing attendee
Improved Slightly improved
Would you book onto another short course in the future?
Maintained Unanswered Yes
“The environment created was always so relaxing and really helped people to share openly.” Practical Ways to Wellbeing attendee 4
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Our Range of Workshops and Short Courses
Short Courses Practical Ways to Wellbeing Gain skills and knowledge to improve your wellbeing and cope better with everyday life.
One-day Workshops Managing Stress
Techniques to boost your capability to manage day-to-day stresses.
Assertiveness and Communication Skills
Vital tools and techniques to boost your assertiveness and communication skills. Tools and techniques to help you improve your wellbeing.
Practical Ways to Wellbeing
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An Introduction to Singing for Wellbeing*
Singing can reduce stress, boost positive mood, and help people to bond. No previous singing experience is needed.
Zumba taster session
A chance to try Zumba with a trained Mind worker at our Banbury hub. No previous experience necessary.
Creative Writing**
Learn new skills and a great way to express yourself. No previous experience necessary.
An Introduction to Art Journalling for Wellbeing
Find out how art journals can be used for self-reflection, as a creative medium or as a way of recording and goal setting for individual recovery.
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with Sound Resource
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with The Mill Arts Centre
Assertiveness and Communication Skills Understand assertiveness and learn techniques to improve your confidence, communication skills and wellbeing.
Understanding Self Esteem Understand what self esteem is, and learn some skills and techniques to boost your confidence and self esteem.
Managing Strong Emotions Explore the reasons we experience strong emotions. Learn how to cope and manage them.
Managing Stress Learn skills and techniques to manage everyday stresses.
Building on our Strengths This course for Military Partners teaches new ways to build on your existing skills and strengths, boosting your self-esteem and confidence.
Pregnancy, Exercise and Wellbeing A supportive and relaxed environment to learn practical ways to aid your wellbeing before and after pregnancy.
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Oxford city
South and Vale
Managing Strong Emotions The Mill • Mondays, 6–8pm • 12 February – 9 April
Practical Ways to Wellbeing Cowley • Mondays, 10am - 12pm • 5 March – 26 March
Understanding Self Esteem The Mill • Wednesdays, 6–8pm • 28 February – 11 April
Pregnancy, Exercise and Wellbeing Ark T, Oxford • Thursdays, 9.30am-12pm • 25 January – 8 Feb
Assertiveness and communication Osney • Tuesday 20 February • 10am–4pm
Managing Stress The Mill • Saturday 14 April • 10am – 4pm
Managing Strong Emotions Abingdon • Mondays, 2–4pm • 5 February – 26 March
Understanding Self Esteem Abingdon • Wednesdays, 6–8pm • 24 January – 7 March
Managing stress Abingdon • Wednesdays, 2–4pm • 21 February – 4 March
Building on our Strengths Vauxhall Barracks (Didcot) • Weds, 6–8pm • 17 Jan – 14 March RAF Brize Norton • Thursdays, 10am-12pm • 18 Jan – 15 March Please note that this course is only for partners of military serving personnel.
Practical Ways to Wellbeing Abingdon • Tuesdays, 6–8pm • 27 February – 20 March
Practical Ways to Wellbeing Abingdon • Saturday 20 January • 10am – 4pm
Assertiveness and Communication Skills Abingdon • Saturday 7 April • 10am – 4pm
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Cherwell and West
An Introduction to Art Journalling for Wellbeing Witney • Thursday 8 February • 10am-4pm
An Introduction to Singing for Wellbeing Understanding Self Esteem
Banbury • Monday 19 February • 2-3.30pm
Banbury • Thursdays, 6-8pm • 22 February – 5 April
Assertiveness and Communication Skills Witney • Wednesday 21 March • 10am-4pm
Banbury • Friday 19 February • 10.30am-12.30pm
Witney • Thursday 25 January • 10am-4pm
Practical Ways to Wellbeing Witney • Wednesday 31 January • 10am-4pm
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Banbury • Wednesday 28 February • 10am-4pm
Creative Writing
Managing Stress
Practical Ways to Wellbeing
Zumba taster session Banbury • Friday • 9 March 11-11.45am
“I felt safe and comfortable in the group environment each week, and encouraged to make positive changes in my life.” Understanding Self Esteem attendee
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Oxfordshire
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