Keeping Connected and the Weekly Update
College News
November 28, 2024
Welcome to the weekly update and the festive edition of our monthly newsletter, Keeping Connected. Within it’s pages you can discover how learner, Marilyn is beginning to learn the art of acceptance, how our Recovery Coach, Nicky was inspired to put on her trainers and start running, discover tips to improve sleep, learn how the IPS service can help people back into work as well as finding out about the Cultures of Creative Health Closing Exhibition, where the work of our very own Peer Worker, Hannah-May features! So, read on and enjoy.
Keeping-Connected-Dec-2024.pdf
See what course still have spaces in December as well as some community festive events below.
Please remember that we are always after suitable articles, so if you have something you’d like to contribute get in touch with us at: Ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk
Recovery & Wellbeing College courses
Click the icon or link below for details of all our upcoming courses:
Click to book – View all courses – Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery College (calderdalekirkleesrc.nhs.uk)
Courses coming up soon with places still available:
The Golden Age of Hollywood: Christmas Special!
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG – Wednesday 4 December 2024 1pm – 3.45pm 1 week – BOOK NOW
Come and enjoy some old-school Hollywood glamour, with a festive twist! Book your seat now for this extra-special, Christmas-themed celebration of the Golden Age of Hollywood! 
In this one-off session we’ll be relaxing, munching popcorn while sitting back and enjoying a movie from the 20th Century. This session will take you back in time with a fun and informative talk from our resident expert, Russel, followed by a full-length film – voted for by you!
When booking your place, please let us know which of the following films you’d like to watch, and we’ll pick the most popular one to play on the day!
- Meet Me In St Louis, 1944 – Judy Garland (musical, colour)
- Miracle On 34th Street, 1947 – Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood (black & white)
- The Apartment, 1960 – Jack Lemon, Shirley MacLaine (black & white)
- Trading Places, 1983 – Dan Ackroyd, Eddie Murphy (colour)
- The Gold Rush, 1924 – Charlie Chaplin, Reissue version, 1942 commentary by Charles Chaplin (black & white)
- Scrooge/ A Christmas Carol, 1951- Alistair Sim (black & white)
If this session appeals, then check out our longer Golden Age of Hollywood course starting in the New Year: The Golden Age of Hollywood: The Stars!
Golden Age of Hollywood: Christmas Special!
Your Journey Through Relaxation
Online – Monday 9 December 2024 10.00am-12.30pm 1 week- only a few spaces available, book now
Join us for a one-off session exploring what relaxation is, different types of relaxation and how you can incorporate relaxation into your routine. Following this course, you will have learned valuable relaxation techniques that you can use moving forwards and share with anyone else who can benefit from these coping mechanisms.
Delivered by our colleagues at Wakefield Recovery College
Your Journey Through Relaxation
Snowflakes Workshop
Online – Wednesday 11 December 2024 10am-12pm 1 week- still places available, book now
During this one-off festive winter workshop, we will discover how to create handmade decorations for our homes and/or cards and gifts. Using nothing but a pencil, paper and scissors we will make beautiful snowflake decorations where we can spend a little time focusing on this simple activity and distract ourselves from the stress of the busy season ahead. No previous experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome.
Coming up soon in the New Year..
A Gift To Yourself
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ – Tuesday 14 January 2025 10am-12-pm 4 weeks
Come and join us for some creative sessions where you will be able to make some lovely items that can be used as gifts to yourself and others. This will include making your own bath-bombs, tea-light holders, lavender bags, and coasters.
Please note, this venue is in a converted mill, the building is in the process of being improved so that it is more accessible. In the meantime, if you struggle to climb stairs please get in touch as soon as you can and we will endeavour to put adjustments in place. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause and we thank you for your patience. If you would like any further information, please get in touch.
Handmade Doodle Books
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ – Monday 13 January 2025 1.30pm – 3.30pm 5 weeks
Join us for a fun and engaging 5-week course that combines creativity, self-expression, and mindfulness through the art of simple handmade doodle books. You will have the opportunity to make your own simple books, experiment with different media and create a collection of your very own doodle books that can be used in your own time or even given to someone as a gift. This course is designed for anyone looking to explore their artistic side while supporting their health and well-being in a relaxed and supportive, no pressure environment.
Creative Mandalas
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ – Monday 13 January 2025 10:00am-12:00pm 5 weeks
Explore the expressive art of mandala-making in this 5-week course designed to nurture your creativity and support your well-being. Guided by a gentle, friendly approach, you’ll experiment with stencils, collage, clay work, and mark-making to create intricate, layered mandalas that reflect your own unique style. This course is designed for anyone looking to explore their artistic side while supporting their health and well-being in a relaxed and supportive, no pressure environment.
Please check the course timetable for a full list of courses in the New Year
Recovery & Wellbeing College – How to book your place
If you are already enrolled with the college, please email us to request a place on your chosen course(s) at: ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk or call us on: 07717 867911 or you can use your learner portal to express your interest.
Please wait for confirmation that you are booked onto a course before attending.
If you are new to the College please enrol here.
Other Community Offers
Christmas Celebrations- starting Huddersfield 30 November
Christmas Celebrations begin in Huddersfield on Saturday 30 November when the town centre will be filled with local musicians, attractions, live reindeer, seasonally themed workshops, walkabout acts, a Christmas market and more! And all activities will be free!!
For more details please see link at Creative Kirklees Christmas Celebrations
New Street – Huddersfield Christmas Celebrations- Saturday 30th November
New St, Huddersfield HD1 – 11- 4 pm
Back by popular demand, a giant snow globe will sit on New Street as well as real-life reindeer, who will be taking a break from their Christmas deliveries to visit Huddersfield. All to a backdrop of Hepworth Brass Band, who will be filling the street with sounds of a traditional Yorkshire Christmas (12pm and 1:30pm).
arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk
Globe Arts Studio Christmas Art Market – Saturday 30th November
Globe Arts Studio, Carr Lane, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield,HD7 5AG
Join Globe 1 for their annual Christmas Art Market on Saturday 30th November, 11am to 5 pm.
Across 2 floors you will find talented, local artists selling a range of art and crafts, yummy homemade treats from Hollys cooking, plus festive drinks/snacks, and live music.
As always, this is a lovely day out for the whole family, with a great atmosphere and buzz. A great way to enter the festive period in the run up to Christmas!
FREE admission for everybody.
Tel: 01484 842887
Dewsbury Market and live music stage – Saturday 7th December
32 Cloth Hall St, Dewsbury WF13 1QE – Sat 7. Dec 2024 at 11am-4pm
Dewsbury Open Market will take on a Christmas twist with an additional 20 Christmas stalls featuring local artisan makers, as well as festive food and refreshments provided by market regulars. All alongside a live music stage with performers and buskers bringing festive cheer to the market.
arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk
Project Empowerment- Kirklees Success Centre
Do you have a health condition and are hoping to get back to work or find work at some point in the future?
Kirklees Success Centre’s “Take My Next Steps” course will help to improve your confidence, employment hopes and wellness, as well as get support from the Employment and Wellness teams if needed.
No pressure to find work, just an approach to breaking down barriers and looking at options for the you of today.
Get in touch, by calling 01484 234153 or emailing success.centres@kirklees.gov.uk
Short online 30 minute taster sessions are available to find out if this is the right course for you.
S2R Support to Recovery – promoting positive mental health
S2R Support to Recovery is an independent mental health and wellbeing charity, providing support across Kirklees through a range of social wellness opportunities, nature based and creative activities.
They offer a wide range of opportunities for people to get creative, learn new skills, improve their wellbeing and discover the great outdoors. Their workshops and courses include aromatherapy, gardening, sewing, physical and mental health, wellbeing and outdoor activities, all delivered in safe and friendly environments. Take a look at their What’s On page to find out about all of their upcoming workshops and to view or download the latest edition of their monthly activities schedule.
YOU MUST BOOK BEFORE ATTENDING ANY SESSIONS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
To book your place on an S2R session, call 07933 358800 or email contact@s2r.org.uk
The S2R website includes Dewsbury walking guides, Wellbeing Packs and Creative Minds Activity Packs
Chess and Board Games Club at Mirfield Library
Mirfield Library, Eastthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield WF14 8AN
Free drop in session every Monday – 10:00 am – 12:30 pm . Chess and board games of 2 players and more.
Tel: 01484 414868
mirfield.lic@kirklees.gov.uk
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Mirfield Library Bookworms – Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Mirfield Library, Eastthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield WF14 8AN
Mirfield Library Bookworms are a book group that discusses a book supplied by Kirklees Libraries and often requested by members of the group on a monthly basis
Tel: 01484 414868
mirfield.lic@kirklees.gov.uk
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Long Covid Support at Batley Library
You can browse a full list of Kirklees Libraries events at this link Kirklees Libraries
Cost of Living Information:
National Databank – Free SIMS for people on low incomes
Like a foodbank but for mobile data, the National Databank provides free mobile SIM cards for people who can’t access the internet. It is run by the Good Things Foundation but is partnered with O2.
To find out if you are eligible, please visit any O2 store. You can find your nearest store by clicking on the O2 website link below.
To find out more about the scheme, this is the O2 website link here: National Databank | Free Mobile Data, Minutes & Calls
You can also visit the Good Things Foundation here.
Good Food For All Kirklees- Interactive Map
Good Food For All Kirklees admin team have developed an interactive map with over 40 community food projects listed. So if you’re looking for local free or low-cost food please head over to https://goodfoodforallkirklees.org.uk/food-projects-map/
Good Food For All Kirklees is a network of community groups, organisations, charities and individuals across the Kirklees district involved in helping meet the needs of our communities through projects and schemes that support access to sharing, cooking and growing good food. If you run a local project that shares food, runs cooking sessions and/or offer community-growing opportunities they would love you to join their network, or contact them.
Click the link below to find links to websites and workbooks that can provide help and advice with money, debt and the cost of living.
Cost of Living Information – Calderdale and Kirklees
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We hope you have a great weekend
The Recovery & Wellbeing College Team
ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk
07717 867911
Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery and Wellbeing College
Correspondence address:
Ravensleigh Resource Unit
28 Oxford Road
Dewsbury
WF13 4LL
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