Break the Stigma group – a valuable resource for all
Layla Brace is ‘cracking the stigma’ (around mental health) by connecting people and inspiring good work projects.
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Plant Dewi men’s project supports local community
The project supporting families by encouraging men to feel good about themselves.
Wales intergenerational learning project goes global
Carmarthen based great granny Valerie Wood-Gaiger bridges the digital age gap by sharing skills, love & knowledge through ‘Learn with Grandma’
Local actors bring clowning fun to St Davids during lockdown
Angharad Price and Suzie MacGregor provided much needed respite for isolating families through ‘Front Lawn Fools’.
Walk 19: The Carmarthenshire sound artist bringing nature indoors
Llanelli-based sound artist and poet Cheryl Beer is recreating walks using sound and images for older people who are shielding or unable to go out.
Area 43: Supporting Young People in West Wales
Cardigan-based youth drop-in centre offering support, training and information to people aged 16-25
Get Actif in Ceredigion with a walk in the woods!
Explore accessible local woodlands and connect with nature through online workshops, activity guides and talks.
The creative dementia respite care service using storytelling to connect
How creative, person-centred care and activities are improving the quality of life and wellbeing of people with dementia.
The new West Wales hub supporting veterans and emergency service personnel
Veterans in the Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire area are connecting and accessing help, support and advice at Woody’s Lodge.
Ffion from Furnace, keeping Carmarthenshire positive through lockdown!
Read how South Wales’ actress Ffion is keeping spirits high through hilarious videos and quirky lockdown sketches.
Life in Lockdown: Lucy’s Story
Wales People First shared member stories on the challenges faced during lockdown. Read Lucy’s story.
How surf therapy is helping manage cerebral palsy, autism and anxiety
From the BBC: Ten years ago Charlotte Banfield had a phobia of water but now she wins awards such as the English Adaptive Surfing Open.
Being consistent – Not such a hard pill to swallow
Philippa Stanley shares how being consistent for 60 days can benefit numerous aspects of your life.
Practising resilience
Nick Michell explains why now is the most important time to invest in our health and wellbeing by strengthening our emotional muscles as well as our physical ones.
London artists’ hand illustrated Corona Diary goes global
When artist and illustrator Vic Lee lost his financial lifeline during the coronavirus pandemic, he started a personal diary about his experiences during lockdown from his South London home. Hear about how he sold 2,500 copies globally within months of putting pen to pad.
