A project which aims to tackle the social isolation faced by adults in the Liverpool postcode areas who live with mental health problems.
Who we are
Richmond Fellowship’s Our Time community based time bank works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as learning new skills, recreational activities and social interaction.
What we do
Our timebanking service promotes social inclusion and empowers individuals by making the individuals feel valued as they are able to share their skills with others and learn new skills themselves.
Timebanking also has a beneficial effect on both mental and physical health.
We have monthly coffee socials where people can meet and some ‘trading’ of skills can be arranged – with Community Links Advisors maintaining regular contact with individuals.
Individuals are actively encouraged to deposit and withdraw time and are coached into re-discovering skills they may not have had the chance to practice regularly.
Who we help
We create opportunities for adults living in the Liverpool postcode who experience mental ill health including stress and anxiety disorders as well as severe and enduring issues such as Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.
- How can I access this service?
- Individuals can self refer or be referred by professionals. Please call or email to request a referral form. All referrals must have one supporting reference from a health professional.
- When is this service open?
- Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
- How much will it cost me?
- Free
- Social media
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Our Time manager’s Twitter
- What groups of people is this for?
- People with mental health issues
- What age groups is this for?
- 18+
- What areas of the city is this for?
- People from anywhere in the city
Contacts
- All Enquiries
- vicki.pritchard@richmondfellowship.org.uk