Thrive at Connect - What's on Guide

Wh<strong>at</strong>’s On?
Welcome to <strong>Thrive</strong> – a new
community space in Dewsbury,
ready to be brought to life by local
people, groups and organis<strong>at</strong>ions.
Here’s a taster of wh<strong>at</strong>’s happening over
the next few months – let’s get together
and make things happen.
Did you know?
<strong>Thrive</strong> is available to hire – get in touch
for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion.

SURVIVORS GROUP
D<strong>at</strong>es: Fortnightly on a Friday,
from 23 September
Time: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
Cost: £1.50 don<strong>at</strong>ion per session to cover costs
Book: Please call 0300 5000 600 or
email hello@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
The Survivors Group is a warm, friendly and
non-judgemental group for people who have
experienced mental illness. The group helps
people tackle isol<strong>at</strong>ion and build confidence
through activities and outings. Recent highlights
have included art workshops, cooking sessions,
circus skills and a trip
to Tropical World.
New members are
always welcome.

NOUVEAU WELLBEING
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Monday for six weeks,
from 26 September to 31 October
Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm
Cost: £1 don<strong>at</strong>ion per session to cover costs
Book: Please call 0300 5000 600 or
email hello@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
Cre<strong>at</strong>ed for anyone experiencing poor health,
these activity sessions help improve wellbeing
and physical function. The sessions will include
low impact workouts suitable for all, such as
chair-based dance and exercises, and a range
of target games, such as curling and boccia.

LET IT GO – YOGA
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Wednesday for six weeks,
from 28 September to 2 November
Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Cost: £3 don<strong>at</strong>ion per session, all proceeds
to the Jo Cox Memorial Fund
Book: Please call 0300 5000 600 or
email hello@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
Run by Dipa Mistry, these sessions will give you
a release after the challenges of the day. The
sessions use a mix of physical postures, bre<strong>at</strong>hing
and relax<strong>at</strong>ion practices, and are accessible for
all levels. No equipment required – just wear
comfortable clothing.
"I'm not bendy like a pretzel, I can’t stand on my
head for hours and I'm still not the most ‘zen’ person
you have ever met! So don’t worry if you can’t touch
your toes and you’re not flo<strong>at</strong>ing on a cloud."
Dipa

EXPLORING WHAT MATTERS
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Thursday for eight weeks,
from 3 November to 22 December
Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Cost: A £2 don<strong>at</strong>ion per session to cover costs
of handbook and refreshments
Book: Please call 0300 5000 600 or
email hello@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
Exploring Wh<strong>at</strong> M<strong>at</strong>ters is a course designed
to help people discover how to live a happier
and kinder life. Designed by the charity Action
For Happiness, it is intended for people of all
backgrounds who would like to be part of
a more compassion<strong>at</strong>e and caring society.

POSITIVE CARE PROGRAMME
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Wednesday for four weeks,
from 9 November to 30 November
Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm
Cost: Free
Book: Please call Touchstone on 0113 3876474
or email pcp@touchstonesupport.org.uk
The Positive Care Programme taster sessions
are for people with long-term conditions,
including mental health problems, and unpaid
carers. Group workshops cover a wide variety
of topics about looking after your mind, body
and spirit, plus there will be practical yoga,
mindfulness and cre<strong>at</strong>ive sessions too.

CONFIDENCE TO WORK
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Tuesday for six weeks,
from 25 October to 29 November
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Cost: Free
Book: Please call Richmond Fellowship
on 01484 434866
This course looks <strong>at</strong> ways to improve your
confidence, how to disclose health conditions
or disabilities, being prepared for interviews and
how to think like an employer. If you are trying
to find employment but would
like extra support to build your
confidence and to know wh<strong>at</strong> to
expect from the interview process,
then come along and we can help.

THRIVE THROUGH MUSIC
D<strong>at</strong>es: Every Friday, from 9 September
Time: 2.00pm - 3.30pm
Cost: Free
Book: Please call Community Links
on 01924 465054
Love music? So do we! Community Links offers
a gre<strong>at</strong> music group which aims to improve
wellbeing by bringing people together
to sing and play. We have hundreds
of songs to choose from, musical
instruments to try, and all musical
abilities are welcome. The group is
mental health and dementia friendly
and is for anyone who wants to
reach their goals or simply have fun.

21 Bond Street
Dewsbury
WF13 1AX
www.thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
hello@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect.org
/thrive<strong>at</strong>connect
@thrive<strong>at</strong>connect
Our passion is for a fairer society,
where people’s homes, health and
happiness m<strong>at</strong>ter.