Support Services

Cowes Men’s Shed is open to everyone aged 18 and over not just men!

Many victims feel that their life has been turned upside down, and what was once normal and familiar no longer feels safe.

Memory therapy and activities delivered in a persons own home by experienced, trained professionals that allows someone who has memory loss, or mild to moderate dementia, the chance to work their mind.

Age UK Isle of Wight – Active Minds Social Clubs Keeping your mind active with our three friendly and inclusive social groups

BULLYING – underlines so many many mental health issues, that then become social issues and it affects the majority of us, at some time in life, both young and old . It’s why we do what we do – not to produce just Champions – Black Belts or “FIGHTERS” !! More than Martial Arts, more than just fighting….THESE ARE VALUABLE AND CHALLENGING, LIFE LESSONS! KIDZ WIGHT TIGERS STOP BULLYING !! CHILDREN’S, “FREESTYLE” MARTIAL ARTS RYDE-Methodist Hall Garfield Rd Tues 4-8yrs at 4:00-5:00 8YRS+ at 5:00-6:00 The first days at school, can be traumatic and can set, a negative pattern, for life. WE BELIEVE, CONFIDENT, HAPPY CHILDREN, ARE FAR MORE IMPORTANT, THAN SPORT OR EVEN “MARTIAL ARTS” SKILL! Strength not aggression!! Give your child the best possible start and prepare them, for the bullies, prepare them, for life !! To be aware of and stand up to, bullying of all kinds, + not to become a bully. Also how to say “NO” + TO ACCEPT “NO ” (No joining fee or contracts) . Brothers/Sisters can stay in same group, if wanted?. TO SING/DANCE ETC IS GREAT FUN!! TO WIN, TO BE A CHAMPION IS GREAT, BUT… THEY WONT STOP BULLYING AND […]

Mental Health conditions are very common, affecting a significant proportion of the population at any one time. Up to one in four consultations with GPs relate to mental health issues. People with mental illness often also experience physical health problems and generally find it more difficult to choose healthier lifestyles. As such the NHS Trust provides a variety of Mental Health services for adults and children, both in community and in-patient facilities. A new Facebook page has been set up which will share information about its services, signpost and offer self-help tips and begin to create an Island mental health community.

Anglican Church St John the Baptist, Oakfield with Holy Trinity, Ryde is an Anglican church with an open, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome.

The Living Well approach is a new person-centred, holistic way of providing co-ordinated health and social care. The Living Well approach aims to support people to lead fulfilling lives and maintain independence through early prevention, self-help and by empowering people to take positive steps to manage their own health and wellbeing.

GamCare is the leading provider of information, advice, support and free counselling for the prevention and treatment of problem gambling. We operate the National Gambling Helpline, provide treatment for problem gamblers and their families, create awareness about responsible gambling and treatment, and encourage an effective approach to responsible gambling within the gambling industry.