Shadows Depression Support Group Ltd provides a comprehensive range of services to support mental health and well-being in the local community. Here are the key services they offer:
- Group Sessions:
- Shadows hosts various group sessions across different locations.
- These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including General Mental Health, Men’s Support, Women Survivors, OCD, Military, Grief and Loss, and Chronic Health.
- Crisis/Walk-In Center and Preventative Support:
- Individuals can access immediate support through the crisis/walk-in center.
- Shadows focuses on prevention, ensuring that people receive assistance before crises escalate.
- Individual 1:1 Support:
- Shadows provides personalized support to individuals.
- Confidential WhatsApp support is available for discreet communication.
- Advocacy and Information Pack:
- Advocacy services help individuals navigate mental health challenges.
- Every service user receives a welcome/support information pack.
- Wellbeing Courses and Alternative Therapies:
- Wellbeing courses cover topics such as CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), Confidence Building, Assertiveness, and Self-Care.
- Alternative therapies like Yoga, Emmetts, Reflexology, and Mindfulness contribute to overall well-being.
- Community Activities:
- Shadows hosts self-help book clubs and social walk-and-talk groups.
- These activities foster connections and provide additional support.
- Suicide Prevention and Awareness/Drop-In Sessions:
- Shadows actively promotes suicide prevention awareness.
- Drop-in sessions offer a safe space for individuals to seek help.
- Consultation and Signposting:
- Shadows collaborates with other support organizations and services.
- They guide individuals to relevant resources.
- Mental Health Awareness Presentations:
- Shadows educates employers and businesses about mental health.
- These presentations contribute to a more informed community.
- Inside Out Project:
- Support groups focus on families with children and young people experiencing neurodivergence and mental health difficulties.
- Crime Prevention Starter Kit:
- Shadows provides resources for individuals who have experienced domestic violence.
Despite moving base several times, their commitment remains unwavering. For the past 4 years, they have been based in the old Army Cadet Hut in Cwmamman Park Road, Garnant. Shadows’ dedication to holistic well-being is truly commendable. ??
For more information, you can visit their website: Shadows Depression Support Group