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Learn2b Voice - have your say
by on 27th August 2010 7:33 AM
If you have attended a Learn2b course, or would like to know what other people think about the courses before you apply, Learn2b Voice is the place for you. Please CLICK HERE for more details.
Learn2b Autumn 2010 programme launched
by on 27th August 2010 7:30 AM
Details of all the courses available across Northamptonshire for Autumn 2010 are now available on the website. Please CLICK HERE for more details and to find courses in your area. If you would like a copy of the brochure please contact the Learn2b Administrator on 01604 893451.
Baby Massage training
by on 2nd August 2010 10:52 AM
Course details for Baby Massage training are now available. Please CLICK HERE for more information
Wellbeing Walking Group launched
by on 2nd August 2010 10:38 AM
Feeling low? Want to take the first step to phsical activity but don't want to do it alone? A 6 week early evening Wellbeing Walking Group will be starting on Monday 16th August at Stanwick Lakes. Please CLICK HERE to download the poster for more information on the group and how to book a place.
Read Yourself Well book groups
by on 17th June 2010 7:49 AM
Read Yourself Well book groups offer you the chance to share your knowledge and experience of reading and to meet new people. There are now 6 Read Yourself Well book groups running each month across the county. The groups in Daventry, Northampton and Brackley are well established and have around 6-8 people attending each time. However, the newer groups in Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough need more people involved to be a success. If you are interested in joining any of these book groups please CLICK HERE for more information.
Take Time to Make Time
by on 17th June 2010 7:42 AM
A pilot project has been launched in Daventry called Take Time to Make Time, which is based on the idea of time banking. Local people have been asked to register with the project, signing up with both the skills they can offer other people and the things they need help with. The project is a partnership between Changing Minds and the Daventry Volunteer Centre. CLICK HERE for more information.
Learn2b: we need you!
by on 1st February 2010 12:44 PM
Whilst most Learn2b courses have proved very popular and are oversubscribed there are some courses in certain areas that need more people booked on them to ensure they can go ahead. Some examples of courses that are at risk of being cancelled are:
Relaxation and Energy Boosting in Rushden and Wellingborough
Yoga in Kettering
Positive Under Pressure in Brackley
Please take some time to look through the list of courses by area (CLICK HERE) to see if there is anything you are interested in attending.
New Learn2b prospectus launched
by on 5th January 2010 10:24 AM
The new Learn2b prospectus for courses beginning in January, February and March 2010 is now available.Courses range from one day taster sessions to 6 week therapeutic groups on a wide variety of wellbeing subjects so there really is something to suit everybody.
CLICK HERE to search the courses available by area or phone the Learn2b Administrator on 01604 893451 for a copy of the whole prospectus.
Happy New Year
by on 5th January 2010 10:19 AM
Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2010 from all at Changing Minds
Learn2b Inspired by Arts
by on 26th October 2009 2:48 PM
The Learn2b Inspired by Arts event will be happening on Friday 30th October at the Fishmarket gallery in Northampton 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. It is free to attend and there will a number of workshops run by local artists. Please CLICK HERE for more information
November/December Learn2b prospectus now available
by on 6th October 2009 7:54 AM
The updated Autumn 2009 Learn2b prospectus is now available to download. These are courses that will start in November and December. Please remember to book a place as soon as you find one you are interested in as they fill up very quickly. CLICK HERE for more details
Come and join a book group!
by on 11th September 2009 9:28 AM
Changing Minds are working with librarians accross the county to run monthly wellbeing book groups. At the moment there are groups running in Northampton, Brackley and Daventry and there are plans to launch book groups in other areas soon. Please CLICK HERE for more details.
New Learn2b prospectus launched
by on 7th September 2009 9:54 AM
The Learn2b course prospectus for September and October 2009 is now available to download. Numerous courses are happening across the county ranging from cardmaking and creative writing to CBT skills and sleep management. CLICK HERE to download a copy of the prospectus.
Learn2b Calm and Content!
by on 29th July 2009 1:20 PM
Learn2b is launching a series of events over the summer to help you learn how to manage stress, improve your mood and learn techniques to deal with emotional distress.
Please CLICK HERE for more details
No Panic Saturday!
by on 22nd June 2009 1:24 PM
First aid for panic attacks. Join us for this free event on Saturday 11th July 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please CLICK HERE for more details
Learn2b Brighter Futures
by on 1st June 2009 12:53 PM
Improve your wellbeing with this 1/2 day Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) skills based workshop. For more information please CLICK HERE
Health and Wellbeing Celebration Day
by on 1st June 2009 12:50 PM
Come along to a celebration of health and wellbeing in Northamptonshire. This is a free event with fun, activities and the opportunity to learn more about your own health and wellbeing.
Date: Sunday 21st June
Time: 10.30am - 4pm
Place: Northampton Saints, Franklins Gardens, Weedon Road, Northampton
For more information about this event please contact Ann on 01604 657710
Wellbeing team - the first 6 months
by on 20th May 2009 1:18 PM
The Wellbeing Teams that launched in October 2008 have had a very productive first 6 months, receiving nearly 3000 new referrals. 96% of people who completed a service user satisfaction form felt that their situation had improved following the support they received from the Wellbeing Team.
Please see the Wellbeing Team section on this website for more details.
Peer support team success
by on 20th May 2009 1:14 PM
In the first quarter of 2009 the peer support service has received over 120 referrals. Of those people who have used the service 100% felt very satisfied or mostly satisfied with the support they received.
Please take a look at the Peer Support Service section on this website for more information.
New Learn2b courses announced
by on 29th January 2009 11:27 AM
A wide variety of Learn2b courses will be starting across the county in February and March.
CLICK HERE to download the new brochure.
If you are interested in attending any of the courses please contact Susan Taylor on 01604 893451 or by email to susan.taylor2@northants.nhs.uk
Maternal mental health training
by on 27th January 2009 12:15 PM
3 day maternal mental health training course: new dates for Northampton announced.
Day 1: Monday 20th April 2009
Day 2: Monday 27th April 2009
Day 3: Monday 11th May 2009
Applicants must be able to attend all three days.
Places are limited and there will be high demand for this course so if you are interested please respond as soon as poosible to:
pauline.horne@northants.nhs.uk
CLICK HERE to download the flyer
Helping people to manage their sleep: Limited places!
by on 26th January 2009 2:40 PM
Mike Scanlan will be running a one day training session for NtPCT clinical workers on 'Helping people to manage their sleep'.
Monday March 23rd 9.30-3.30 @ University of Northampton Park Campus
If you are intersted please contact pauline.horne@northants.nhs.uk.
Places are strictly limited and this course will be very popular so please respond as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Older Persons Mental Health Forum
by on 26th January 2009 8:52 AM
The next Older Persons Mental Health Forum will be held on Thursday 12th March from 1-2 p.m. at the Doddridge Centre in Northampton.
There will be a presentation by Bev Field on "What's out there for older people".
Listen online to our Relaxation - Audio Tool
by on 13th October 2008 12:16 PM
Relaxation Audio - Online
NEW - Listen online to our Relaxation Audio tool Available Now