Wellness Recovery Network

What we do.

The Wellness Recovery Network (WRN) runs social and creative groups that focus on connection and mental wellbeing. We have monthly Friday wellness support group meetings in each area: Lisburn, Newtownards, Downpatrick and Online. We run a weekly singing for health group called ‘Voice of Hope’, in the Ards area. We also run different creative sessions throughout the year such as crafts, poetry, relaxation etc.

What to expect at our groups.

All the sessions focus on mental health and wellbeing and our facilitators all have their own experience of mental health recovery. It’s very welcoming, informal and non-judgemental and a place we can offer support and understanding in talking about mental health and sharing strategies for wellbeing. Our creative sessions allow you to build confidence and skills while focusing on wellbeing.

Where the groups are and how to join.

Our groups are based in different community venues across the South Eastern H&SC Trust. CLICK HERE for details on the Friday wellness support groups. Our groups are open for anyone over the age of 18 to attend; service users, friends, family, carers, staff and the general public. Its self-referral and walk-ins are welcome at the Friday wellness support groups. If you are interested in the singing group or creative sessions please email wellnessrecoverynetwork@setrust.hscni.net for more information.

Who we are.

The Wellness Recovery Network is led by people with lived experience of various mental health issues who have been on a journey of hope, recovery and finding a sense of wellness after being in a place of total despair. What makes us different is that anyone can attend the Network as we believe Wellness is for everyone.

 “We understand the importance of being able to talk about mental health in a safe, understanding space. We take a creative and fun approach in our groups to promote and encourage wellbeing. Focusing on your strengths, building confidence & skills and sharing strategies to support recovery and wellbeing. Everyone is welcome at our groups as we believe wellness is for everyone”

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