Hope. Control. Opportunity Autumn Term Prospectus 17 September to 14 December 2018 RDaSH leading the way with care
Welcome to the Options Recovery College in North Lincolnshire What we do We offer a range of recovery focused educational course s for people aged 18 and over, which are aimed at supporting them to make the most of their talents and skills through self-management, enabling them to deal with their mental health challenges and helping them achieve the things they want in life. Our courses offer opportunities to gain an understanding of the issues that challenge our mental health, begin the journey of recovery and the hope that taking control and self-management can bring. All our courses offer a welcoming environment with small friendly groups. They are free of charge, and available to everyone, whether you have experience of mental health challenges, are a family member, loved one or friend of someone with mental health challenges, or a member of Trust staff. We have 9 core courses which vary in content and length and all students will receive help with: Enrolment and Individual Learning Plan Understanding of mental health issues Developing life skills Physical health and wellbeing Getting involved. Our aim is to break down barriers between us and them. Where possible, our courses are produced and co-delivered by people who have had experience of mental health challenges and those with professional experience. We are also able to sign post you to courses run by other agencies in the community. 2
Register with us To register with the Options Recovery College, you can contact us by telephone on (01724) 878170, or email us at: rdash.options-recovery-college@nhs.net When we receive your registration, we will contact you to arrange an appointment with a member of staff to discuss your learning requirements. Equality and diversity We are committed to making our services accessible to all, and our building offers disabled access and facilities. We will respect you as an individual at all times, and believe everyone should be given the opportunity to succeed. Learning support We offer information, advice and guidance about our courses and their content. We will prepare your individual learning plan together with you, identifying your goals, hopes and ambitions for your recovery journey. We help you choose the best courses to achieve these goals. Within the learning plan there is opportunity to discuss any learning support needs that you may have, from an educational or mental health perspective. We will then do everything we can to support you in the direction you wish to proceed. Thank you for taking care and listening to my input, much appreciated. Enjoyed the relaxed way the course was run. 3
Enrolment and Individual Learning Plan 1. Enrolment and Individual Learning Plan When you enrol with the Options Recovery College you will complete your Individual Learning Plan (ILP) with a member of staff. This plan is designed to help you identify your specific learning goals for the semester, in relation to your hopes and ambitions for your personal recovery journey. At this point you have the opportunity to book on to courses you have expressed an interest in, and also discuss any learning needs you may have. To enquire about or enrol with the Options Recovery College contact us by telephone on (01724) 878170, or email us at: rdash.options-recovery-college@nhs.net where we will be happy to help. 2. Your Options Recovery College Experience Following your initial meeting to discuss your Individual Learning Plan you will be able to choose up to three courses per term in the Recovery College. When you complete one of our courses, your Individual Learning Plan will be reviewed with you and you will be given the opportunity to enrol on courses in the next term of the Recovery College if you wish. We will also give you information on other courses available within the community that you may be able to access. Please see the back of this prospectus for a list of other RDaSH services and agencies we work in partnership with. Enlightening and very helpful to personal development. Really clear and helpful information, would recommend to others. 4
Core courses run from Talking Shop, Market Hill, Scunthorpe A Good Night s Sleep: Ways of managing sleep problems Tuesday 16 October Tuesday 20 November 1pm 3.00pm 1pm 3.00pm Having difficulty getting off to sleep at night? Waking up early in the morning? Spending the night tossing and turning? This two hour session will help you understand sleep and ways of dealing with sleep problems by examining: What is a normal night s sleep How changing habits and lifestyle can help What causes sleep difficulties. Anxiety Management Tuesday 18 September Tuesday 9 October Tuesday 13 November Friday 7 December 10am 12pm 1pm 3pm 10am 12pm 10am 12pm This session is for people who have personal experience of anxiety and stress, or if you provide support for somebody who does. It will provide you with an overview of stress and anxiety and a guide to the techniques that can be used to manage associated symptoms. It will be informal and interactive. 5
Core courses run from Talking Shop, Market Hill, Scunthorpe An Introduction to Assertiveness Wednesday 10 October Wednesday 7 November 12.30pm 3pm 12.30pm 3pm This session will give you and overview of assertiveness as a way to communicate confidently and effectively. Dementia Awareness Tuesday 25 September Tuesday 13 November 1pm 3pm 1pm 3pm This two hour course is aimed at providing an overview of Dementia and the potential implications for the individual and their care giver. This is a brief awareness session where you will be given the opportunity to share any experiences for discussion but only if you feel comfortable doing so. Managing Low Mood Wednesday 26 September Wednesday 31 October Wednesday 21 November 1pm 3pm 1pm 3pm 1pm 3pm When you are depressed or low in mood it can affect every part of your life. It may be tough to get yourself going and things you used to take in your stride can seem difficult. This course explores alternative practical steps that people have found useful in managing their experiences. There will be a strong focus on personal experiences of depression and low mood, with an emphasis on introducing and reflecting on practical ideas and approaches. You will have the opportunity to share your personal experiences, but only if you feel comfortable in doing this. 6
Core courses run from Talking Shop, Market Hill, Scunthorpe Mindfulness Dates and times to be confirmed Do you spend the majority of your time worrying about the future? Do you often dwell on past events? During this session we will focus on mindfulness and being able to combat these worries by being aware of the present moment, and learning to accept these moments without judgement. Mindfulness is helpful for anyone who wants to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Music and Mood Wednesday 3 October Wednesday 5 December 1pm 2.30pm 1pm 2.30pm Do you have a favourite piece of music that lifts your mood when you are feeling low? This course looks at how music can be used to manage low mood and help with positive wellbeing. This is a fun and interactive session; please feel free to bring a song or tune that means something to you. Excellent course. Feel I have gained so much knowledge and skills. I will definitely be putting these into practice. Thank you very much. 7
Core courses run from Talking Shop, Market Hill, Scunthorpe Really Useful Toolbox (R.U.T.) Friday 2 November Tuesday 4 December 1pm 2.30pm 1pm 2.30pm Dealing with distressing situations can sometimes be difficult. This course gives you an opportunity to look at a range of coping strategies and to develop your own toolbox to support you in difficult times. Self Esteem and Confidence Building Friday 28 September Friday 12 October Tuesday 6 November Tuesday 11 December 10am 12pm 10am 12pm 10am 12pm 1pm 3pm This two hour session gives you an opportunity to learn what self esteem is, and how it is developed. It also offers practical ideas on what you can do to boost your self esteem and build your confidence. It also offers practical ideas on what you can do to boost your self esteem and build your confidence. 8
Scunthorpe Central Library New for Autumn Term 2018 Scunthorpe Central Library We are pleased to announce that we shall be running 3 of our core courses at the newly refurbished Scunthorpe Central Library. The courses running will be: Anxiety Management Managing Low Mood Self Esteem and Confidence Building Friday 26 October 10am - 12noon Friday 19th October 10am - 12noon Friday 9 November 10am - 12noon For more information and to book your place please contact us for more information. Interested in becoming a peer support worker? Have you got experience of being a mental health service user? Would you like to help others? If the answer to both of these questions is yes, then you may wish to consider being a peer support worker with the Options Recovery College. If you are interested and want more information on how to apply for our peer support worker course, contact us by telephone on (01724) 878170, or email us at: rdash.optionsrecovery-college@nhs.net "Very useful. Great ideas, helpful and very informative. Lovely session. Thank you." 9
Mental health support available online We commissioned seven films to make our most regularly run seminars on mood and anxiety more easily available via the internet. Mood Management deals with challenging negative thoughts and practical steps that people can use to manage low mood more effectively. Anxiety Management helps people understand how anxiety and panic affects them and their life, by showing them how to develop coping strategies and breathing exercises when it becomes problematic. To view this support online go to: http://www.youtube.com/user/rdashcommunications/videos?view=0 Or search for our RDaSH channel on You Tube. Insightful and interesting. I will try some of the tools provided. Feel more positive than before. Thank you for your support. 10
Other RDaSH services Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) The RDaSH IAPT Team helps people suffering with common mental health problems, such as depression or anxiety, providing advice and consultation and therapy to people aged 18 and over. Stress Control They offer a free six week stress control course in two hour sessions, to help you learn how to manage stress more effectively. It is available to anyone over the age of 18, living in North Lincolnshire who is experiencing the symptoms of stress, and helps them learn new skills to manage these symptoms more effectively. Stress control is an educational course delivered to an audience and comes with free written information about stress and ways of looking after yourself. You will not be expected to share any personal information or experiences with any other person on the course, or answer any questions. All you need to do is listen. For more information, phone them direct on (01724) 867297, or drop in to the Talking Shop, 19 Market Hill, Scunthorpe DN15 6SS. For full details on all the services RDaSH provides in North Lincolnshire, please visit our website at: www.talkingsense.org Find us on Twitter @iapttalkingshop Thoroughly enjoyed the course. The interaction of ideas from the group and tutors was first-rate. I have been given some useful ideas and tools for a more positive attitude. 11
Partner agencies Crosby Employment part of ONGO Communities Crosby Employment is now part of the local social housing group ONGO. Crosby remains an employment bureau in the traditional sense, but also provides many other services, free of charge to local residents. The office is located on Laneham Street in Scunthorpe Town Centre. Services are delivered by the following teams: Employment Support Team This team specialises in offering bespoke training, support, help and guidance for anyone who is looking to enhance their skills, improve their self-esteem and confidence, volunteer or go into paid employment. We have various programmes and work placements available, in addition to one-to-one support from coaches who offer tailored help. The team has experience of working with ex-offenders, lone parents, substance mis-users and those with disabilities and limiting health conditions to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Free training courses offered: First Aid At Work Equality & Diversity Food Safety Level 2 Manual Handling COSHH Safeguarding Healthy Eating Introduction as a cleaner Risk Assessment Fire Safety. No appointment is necessary. Clients can just walk in during office hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or telephone 01724 844848. Healthwatch North Lincolnshire Contact us on: 01724 844986 Our office hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. Out of hours please leave a message. Or email us at www.healthwatchnorthlincolnshire.co.uk 12
Partner agency services Scunthorpe and District Mind Scunthorpe and District Mind is an independent local charity affiliated to the national mental health charity Mind, offering a range of courses to promote positive mental health and provide an opportunity for people to improve their wellbeing. Courses are delivered at our centre in Printers Yard, Fenton Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6QX. For more information please phone us on (01724) 279500, or have a look at our website: www.sdmind.org.uk Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) Every Wednesday afternoon 2pm - 3pm WRAP is a way to manage your own health and can be used for both physical and mental health issues. WRAP gives you the chance to develop your own personal plan to manage and improve your health by increasing your awareness by developing new ways to feel better. The one hour session includes a discussion about the WRAP plan and gives people the chance to try new wellness tools. These taster sessions vary from week to week and include a variety of topics such as relaxation and healthy eating as well as fun activities. This is a rolling programme so you can attend as often as you wish without committing to regular weekly sessions. Coping with Life Courses We offer a range of seven Coping with Life courses. These include: Coping with Stress Managing Anxiety Managing Depression Assertiveness Skills Building Self - Esteem Coping with Loss and Change. Managing your Anger Please contact the centre for details of course times and availability Mental Health First Aid This course is much more than a mental health awareness course. Delivered over 2 days it provides those attending with the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide help to someone experiencing a mental health problem. More information about the course can be found at http://mhfaengland.org/ If you would like information on the above course or on any of the services we offer 13
Partner agency services Voluntary Action North Lincolnshire Voluntary Action North Lincolnshire are a leading provider of training and learning in North Lincolnshire with a long history of delivering training that supports recovery and builds skills and well-being for people. We offer accredited and certificated learning for individuals and organisations. Through our employability projects; Rise2Gain, Move and Move Step Forwards you may be eligible for funding for any of our courses so please get in touch to check this out. Training is delivered in groups and on a 1:1 basis in coaching format. Our comprehensive training programme includes: Build your Confidence and Self - Esteem Positive Thinking Skills Self - Help CBT Mental Health First Aid Understanding and Managing Anxiety Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) In addition to training courses we also support people in finding volunteer opportunities and paid work. For more information please look on our website www.vanl.org.uk or just pop in and see us for a chat at 4-6 Robert Street, Scunthorpe or phone us on 01724 845155. Adult Community Learning Programme North Lincolnshire Council Adult Community Learning Programme offers a varied range of adult education courses at the following venues: Ashby Link Adult Community Learning, Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 2UT. Phone (01724) 862217. Barton Adult Community Centre, Providence House, Holdyke, Barton-upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire, DN18 5PR. Phone (01724) 296811. For more information please email: adultcommunitylearning.enquiries@northlincs.gov.uk Or visit the website at: www.northlincs.gov.uk/schools-libraries-learning/adult-education/courses/ 14
Partner agency services About the Workers Education Association (WEA) Founded in 1903, the WEA is the UK s largest charitable provider of adult education, delivering 9,500 part time courses for over 78,000 people each year in England and Scotland. Through education the WEA brings teaching and people together to inspire communities and help adults make better lives for themselves and their families. Our curriculum is organised around four themes and embodies our commitment to social purpose: Community engagement, Employability, Culture, Health and wellbeing. Our health and wellbeing programmes channel health inequalities and promote a social and preventative model we offer a wide range of locally based health education courses that are designed to specifically meet the needs and interests of people and work towards addressing health inequality agendas. We have an excellent proven track record of success in this area of the work we do. Here are some of the types of courses on offer: 1. Top to Toe all aspects of beauty including facials, manicure, pedicure, massage and relaxation techniques fun and practical. 2. Looking Good Feeling Great stretching and toning exercise using music combined with breathing techniques to help energise, relax and de-stress. 3. Holistic Health and Wellbeing covering personal development, confidence building, stress reduction, relaxation, mindfulness, creative art and discussions on healthy living and diet. For more information and full details of all our courses that are being delivered, please feel free to call in at our WEA Learning Centre, 31 Wells Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6HL. To speak to someone in person about setting up a course in partnership at an alternative venue in the local community, please contact Jill on (01724) 844245 or 07917 813868. "Many thanks. Excellent expectations. Relaxed informative. Lots of food for thought. Made relevant to life. Glad not just chalk & talk. 15
Network Café Drop in Sessions A new community based initiative delivered by the Adult Mental Health Social Work Team. We offer practical advice and support to those who have experienced mental health problems Managing mental health Access to adult education or training Returning to work or managing mental health issues in the workplace Making positive lifestyle changes Drop in sessions are available at: Café INDIEpendent, High Street, Scunthorpe Mondays from 1.30pm to 4.00pm Barton Community Wellbeing Hub, Tofts Road, Barton Wednesdays from 9.30am to 12.00pm Brigg Youth Centre, Grammar School Road, Brigg Fridays from 9.30am to 12.00pm There is no referral for the above sessions, just call in to see us. We are also running educational sessions, which staff will book people on to via the drop ins. Sessions currently running include: Living Mindfully Managing Stress Motivating Me Health Bodies Healthy Minds How to introduce mindfulness to our everyday life How to manage our stress in everyday life A course about goal setting and motivation Explore how taking care of our physical health positively impacts our mental health Everything is starting to fall into place, how all the different techniques interlink to sustain wellness. 16
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Contact us by telephone on (01724) 878170, or email us at: rdash.options-recovery-college@nhs.net