LINKS TO THRIVE
Creative sessions led by professional artists designed to support wellbeing
Free taster workshops for adults offering creative activities, support and social connection delivered in venues across West Berkshire.
Singing for Recovery: With a focus on wellbeing, this session will use vocal warm ups and singing techniques to promote relaxation as well as an opportunity to sing a long to songs if all kinds. This class is suitable for anyone wanting to sing in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Art for Wellbeing: Learn new art techniques in a relaxed, friendly and sociable atmosphere under the guidance of professional artists and illustrators.
Creative Journaling: A chance to reflect and explore using mixed media, mindfulness and lots of creative fun techniques to produce a private journal just for you.
Free Taster Sessions:
| DATE | SESSION | VENUE | TIME |
| Friday 3 Dec | Singing for Recovery | Chieveley Village Hall High Street, Chieveley RG20 8TE | 10:30am-12:00pm |
| Friday 3 Dec | Creative Art Journaling | Friends Meeting House The Friends Meeting House, 1 Highfield Ave, Newbury RG14 5DS | 10:30am-12:00pm |
| Tuesday 7 Dec | Art for Wellbeing | Frank Hutchins Hall Bradley-Moore Square, Thatcham RG18 4QH | 10:00am- 12:00pm |
| Thursday 9 Dec | Singing for Recovery | Newbury Rugby Club Monks Lane, Newbury RG14 7RW | 10:30am-12:00pm |
| Thursday 9 Dec | Art for Wellbeing | St Nicholas Church Hall St Nicolas Church, West Mills, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 5HG | 1:30pm-3:30pm |
| Friday 10 Dec | Creative Art Journaling | Thatcham Town Council Meeting Room Brownsfield Road, Thatcham, RG18 3HF | 10:30am-12:00pm |
Free January Courses:
| DATE | SESSION | VENUE | TIME |
| Tuesdays 11 Jan – 15 Feb | Art for Wellbeing | Frank Hutchins Hall Bradley-Moore Square, Thatcham RG18 4QH | 10.00am – 12.00pm |
| Thursdays 13 Jan – 17 Feb | Art for Wellbeing | St Nicholas Church Hall St Nicolas Church, West Mills, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 5HG | 1.30 – 3.30pm |
| Thursdays 13 Jan – 17 Feb | Creative Art Journaling | Friends Meeting House The Friends Meeting House, 1 Highfield Ave, Newbury RG14 5DS | 10:30am-12:00pm |
| Fridays 14 Jan – 18 Feb | Singing for Recovery | Chieveley Village Hall High Street, Chieveley RG20 8TE | 10:00am- 12:00pm |
| Fridays 14 Jan – 18 Feb | Creative Art Journaling | Thatcham Town Council Meeting Room Brownsfield Road, Thatcham, RG18 3HF | 10:30am-12:00pm |
How to get involved:
All sessions are free for adults of all ages looking for support in wellbeing or looking to build confidence in their ability to meet challenges especially in the context of COVID-19. Places by referral. You can self-refer, or be referred by someone already working to support adults in West Berkshire, for example your local GP, Social Prescriber or community hub.
For enquires contact getinvolved@cornexchangenew.co.uk, call our admin line 01635 582666 (option 3), or speak to your Social Prescriber to be referred via your local GP practice.
Funded by Greenham Trust and West Berkshire Council Surviving to Thriving Fund courses are led by professional artists and supported by community navigators and volunteers in partnership with 8 Bells Community Strength.
| LINKS TO THRIVE: Referral Form We ask that any professional working to support adults who are being referred to Links to Thrive fills in this referral form with the named adult. Please return this form to getinvolved@cornexchangenew.co.uk | |
| Referral Organisation/ Social Prescriber/ GP | |
| Date of referral | |
| Name of referrer | |
| Contact email/phone number for referral organisation | |
| Participant name | |
| Participant date of birth | |
| Participant main contact number(s) | |
| Participant contact email address(es) | |
| Participant home address: | |
| Please comment on why you are referring the participant to this project: | |
| Does the participant have any medical and/or access needs? | |
| Name of class/course participant is interested in (please circle- you may circle more than one) | Art for Wellbeing Creative Journaling Singing for Recovery |
| Is the participant able to provide their own transport to and from sessions if needed? | Yes No |
| Will the participant be bringing a friend/carer along with them? | Yes No |
| Would the participant like a volunteer buddy/ community navigator to support them during the session? | Yes No |
| FOR CORN EXCHANGE OFFICE USE: | |
| Participant referred but not taking up referral | |
| Number of sessions attended | |
| Date of final session – feedback with course leader | Taster session Date: After 6-week course (Jan – Feb) Follow up Date: |
| Other relevant notes |
| LINKS TO THRIVE: Participant Self-Referral Form Please return this form to getinvolved@cornexchangenew.co.uk | |
| Date: | |
| Your name | |
| Your date of birth | |
| Your main contact number | |
| Your email address | |
| Your home address: (including postcode) | |
| Registered GP Surgery: | |
| Please comment on why you are self-referring to this project: | |
| Do you have any medical and/or access needs you would like us to be aware of? | |
| Name of class/course you wish to attend (please circle, you can choose more than one) | Art for Wellbeing Creative Journaling Singing for Recovery |
| Are you able to provide your own transport to and from sessions if needed? | Yes No |
| Will you be bringing a friend, or some one to support along with you? | Yes No |
| Would you like a volunteer buddy to support you during the sessions? | Yes No |
| For Corn Exchange office use: | |
| Date of final session – feedback with course leader | Taster session Date: After 6-week course (Jan – Feb) Follow up Date: |
| Other relevant notes | |
| No: Sessions attended: |
