Groups and Activities
Monday
11.00am – 12.45pm Textiles and Art Course
This 10 week course is for anyone interested in experimenting with textiles and crafts.
7.00 – 8.30pm Evening Group
A varied programme of events for men and women of all ages, held at the Hester Adrian Centre. Slide shows, dancing, quizzes, games, bingo and craft demonstrations are among the activities.
Also on Monday's: our OCD Support Group meets fortnightly 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Tuesday
10.30 – 11.30am Poetry
A small group who meet to write their own poetry. A book of poems from members of the group entitled Mind Matters is available for sale from the office
11.00am – 1.00pm Art
Many topics on an art and craft theme are covered in an informal and friendly atmosphere.
For more examples of the work of this group please view our gallery.
1.00 – 3.00pm Pottery with Bob Race
The group encourages self-expression with clay in a calm and creative atmosphere.
Wednesday
12.00 noon – 2.00pm Women's Group
A small diverse and friendly group who enjoy many varied activities, both at Barrere House and places of interest around Cambridge.
2.15 – 4.00pm Sawston
The first of our satellite groups covering Sawston, Stapleford, Fulbourn, The Shelfords, Whittlesford, Trumpington, Harston and Babraham. Conversation is easy and there are often lively and topical discussions.
Thursday
10.00am – 12.00 noon Cooking Course
A small and friendly group. Members meet once a week, for 12 weeks to cook lunch. There is an emphasis on healthy eating and balanced meals.
1.00 – 3.00pm Pottery with Bob Race
The group encourages self-expression with clay in a calm and creative atmosphere.
7.00 – 8.30pm Evening Group
A relaxed and friendly group enjoying activities such as quiz nights, bingo, DVD's.
Friday
10.30 – 11.45am Barrere House
A coffee morning for a mixed range of men and women. The group enjoy a chat over coffee and take part in a raffle or bring and buy. Occasionally outings are enjoyed by the group.
10.30am – 12.00 noon Allotment
Informal group who meet at Chesterton Road and then go to the allotment. No gardening experience needed.
10.30am – 12.00 noon Arbury Community Centre
A coffee morning for those living in the Arbury area of Cambridge. An informal group who meet for a chat and friendship.
7.00 – 8.00pm Football Club, Chesterton Sports Centre
Lively training sessions with a professional coach from Cambridge City Football club. No experience necessary. This is a pilot project which we are hoping to expand later in the year.
Sunday
12.30 – 3.00pm Bistro Dining at the Hester Adrian Centre
Held on the 2nd Sunday and the last Sunday of the month, a relaxing, warm, friendly Bistro dining experience. 2 course meal prepared by a professional chef.
We've brought a ‘Dining Out Vibe’ to Sundays twice a month with our all-new Sunday Bistro Group.
The first Bistro for 2012
is on 8th January and thereafter every 2nd and last Sundayin the month.
is Bistro,
and the atmosphere is warm, happy and upbeat.
Diners enjoy a 2 course meal cooked by a professional chef, with candle light and background music.
All this for
just £4!
If you would like to join this group, please contact Hannah in the office on 01223 311320 or email us.
OCD Support Group
This self-help group for people with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (and carers) meets fortnightly on Monday evenings, from 5.30pm to 7pm.
Advocacy Drop In
Cam-mind is working in partnership with the Cambridgeshire Independent Advocacy Service (CIAS) to offer a regular Advocacy Drop-in at 100 Chesterton Road. These sessions offer the opportunity to speak confidentially to a mental health advocate regarding any concerns you might have over practical matters such as benefits, debt, housing, family issues, legal matters or hospital treatment, to name just a few. The sessions are open to all Cam-mind service users. Please book an appointment via Aly or Hannah.
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