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KEEP LEARNING – Creativity builds confidence Trying something new — a new technique or a creative workshop — keeps our minds active & growing. Art lets us to learn, embrace mistakes, & celebrate progress, not perfection. What creative skill would you love to explore next?

WELLBEING MATTERS watch TAIM’s play – Dirty Old Town Yesterday, we watched "Dirty Old Town", part of Salford’s 100th birthday, funded by Salford CVS, about mental health over the last 100 years. TAIM have shared info, photos and videos instagram.com/talkaboutitmat…

Earth Day is celebrated worldwide with activities like clean-ups, tree planting, & climate action campaigns, to encourage us to take better care of the planet. Its a great way to give back to your community, and in doing so, improve your mental health.

SALFORD CENTENARY - 100 YEARS AS A CITY Today (Tuesday 21st April) marks 100 years since Salford was officially granted city status by King George V Happy Birthday Salford! See salford100.org.uk for details of some of the celebrations taking place.

TAKE NOTICE – Art helps us slow down & notice more. Colours, textures, sounds — creating or engaging with art helps us pause, focus, & be more present in the moment. Mindful attention calms busy minds & helps us reconnect with our feelings. What do you notice when you make art?

BE ACTIVE – Move your body, free your mind Painting with big gestures, making sculpture, or walking while photographing all combine movement with self-expression. As the body moves, the mind feels lighter — art gives that movement meaning. How does creativity get you moving?

The Walkden team visited Recreate-U at RHS Bridgewater last week to check out their Bi-Weekly Wednesday group ‘Nature Natter’. Community Connectors have direct referral pathways into many groups & services. It’s important we attend these to share current information with clients

Mixed Media In our INSPIRE course we have a mixed media module. This is an example, and shows how you can let your creativity take over. Doing a craft which has no rules can be really liberating!

We are hiring: 2 x Recovery Workers, Salford. Details in links. reed.co.uk/jobs/recovery-… totaljobs.com/job/107067480 uk.indeed.com/job/recovery-w…

World Art Day encourages people to explore different forms of artistic expression, fostering creativity and understanding among diverse communities. What art are you doing today?

Our garden is full of Spring colour at the moment. A few moments taking in the sights, sounds and fragrances of a garden really lifts the soul

Sometimes things go wrong... but each mistake is a learning opportunity. We learn from it and move forward better able to avoid it happening again. In that way, pottery mimics life so it is a great way to learn patience, problem-solving, tenacity and resilience.

Therapeutic benefits of arts and crafts Social connection Participating in group projects or attending craft workshops fosters a sense of community & belonging. Sharing creative experiences leads to meaningful connections & support networks, essential for emotional well-being.

Thanks to all who took part in the events and all those who have pledged to get screened for cancer Thanks to all who took part in the events and all those who have pledged to get screened for cancer Delivered in partnership with @Answercancergm and @SalfordCVS

The NHS has launched an online self-assessment tool for women who experience a bleed after the menopause (and are not on HRT). It's for women registered with a GP in #Bury #Salford, #Oldham #Heywood #Middleton & #Rochdale Request a hospital check➡️bit.ly/NHSPMBTool #PMBTool

Therapeutic benefits of arts and crafts Social connection Participating in group projects or attending craft workshops fosters a sense of community & belonging. Sharing creative experiences leads to meaningful connections & support networks, essential for emotional well-being.

When the sun shines on Salford, somehow, everything seems a little better. What sights, sounds or smells bring joy to your life? Take a moment to notice the beauty in the world, it will lift your spirits!

Happy Easter to all START members, staff, commissioners, prescribers and supporters who celebrate it. We hope you all have an enjoyable weekend and remember to take some time for yourself, be mindful, do some art/crafting, go for a walk in nature and nurture your mental health.

Public holidays can be a difficult time for some. If your are struggling financially, the Crisis Payment Scheme may be just the help you need. See below.

Happy Easter to all START members, staff, commissioners, prescribers and supporters who celebrate it. We hope you all have an enjoyable weekend and remember to take some time for yourself, be mindful, do some art/crafting, go for a walk in nature and nurture your mental health.