Community Groups & Activities

We run a wide range of Community Groups & Activities. You can find the details below. If you’re interested at all, please get in touch with us!

ArtSpace

What is ArtSpace?

ArtSpace is an exciting arts-based project which offers a safe space for people with mental health issues to work towards recovery and good wellbeing through art activities and peer support.

You don’t need to have any previous experience or artistic skill. The aim isn’t to produce a great work of art, but to use what you create to understand yourself better. Through your artwork, you will learn to build on your personal strengths and natural abilities and with the support of peers to become well, stay well, and make the most of life.

Our aim is to support people so that they can move on to greater independence, and possibly education or employment opportunities. However, there’s no rush and we will work at a pace that is right for you.

Hereford groups: Tuesdays, 10:45am - 12:45pm and 1:30 - 3:30, Thursdays 10am - 12pm and 1:30 - 3:30

ArtSpace meets at Heffernan House. You don’t need to be referred, just drop an email to Liz.Lockett@Herefordshire-mind.org.uk to see when you can come in. On your first visit, the group will welcome you and have a brief chat about your needs and expectations & to make sure that we are the right service for you.

We will be using a range of media including: painting, drawing, sculpture, glass painting, masks, mixed media, collage, charcoal, wire work and plaster of Paris. Each session costs £3.00, to cover the cost of materials.

Well Springs Song Writing

What is Well Springs?

Herefordshire Mind and Encore have come together to bring you this new song writing course. You’ll be in good hands with workshop leader Aidan, who has years of experience and loads of enthusiasm.

Who is it for?

Well Springs is open to anyone over the age of 18 who would like to improve their mental wellbeing and is interested in expressing themselves through song writing.

Do I need to bring anything?

There is no charge for these sessions and hot drinks are provided.

When is it happening?

Each session happens at Heffernan House, Hereford, on Fridays between 12.30pm and 2.30pm.

How do I sign up?

Please drop us an email to info@herefordshire-mind.org.uk to register your interest!

Walking Football

What is Walking Football?

Walking football is a regular exercise group held in partnership with Herefordshire FA. Meet like minded people in a safe and fun environment, refreshments provided after the football.

Who is it for?

This group is open to anyone over the age of 16! No previous experience of football is necessary, come and give it a go.

When and where is it happening?

Walking football is held at Herefordshire FA, Country Ground 3G, Widemarsh Common Hereford, HR4 9NA, every fortnight on a Monday 5pm – 6pm. This group is free to attend. Please contact scott.russell@herefordshirefa.com / 01432 342 179 for more information.