Keighley Healthy Living Network
has worked alongside other organisations to provide ongoing support
groups for those with mental health issues. KHLN also runs therapy
sessions with groups to help to maintain good mental health for
people who may be socially isolated. These include:
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Weekly support groups at the KHLN
building in central Keighley, including The Out of Hours Project
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Hosts a monthly Mental Health Cafe
for older people
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The Hospital to Home project run
by Shoestring Theatre Company to give support during the transition
back into the wider community
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The KHLN Autumn 2006 newsletter
focussed on local mental health initiatives
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Therapy sessions with older peoples
groups, including shoulder and neck massage
"Now some of the patients who
have benefited in hospital are returning home. Through weekly sessions
we can break down social isolation, encourage team working and provide
emotional support to those living back in the community." Kala
Sangam co-ordinator
"Its a great space to be at peace
and express myself." Participant in KHLN group
The above initiatives were organised with
Shoestring Theatre Company, Kala Sangam Arts, Mind, Airedale Hospital,
Bradford Social Services - Health in Mind
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