Drop-in
Monday-Friday 2pm to 5pm
Our core service is a friendly drop-in where people who are
vulnerable through homelessness or mental health problems can find a safe and
welcoming space to socialise, find support and access out other services.
We have a television room (with weekly video showings), music,
games, twice weekly computer sessions, a garden and a café.
We also have facilities for laundry and showers.
We have regular visits by a Nurse, a Chiropodist and a CAB
welfare advisor.
Café
Monday-Friday 2pm to 5pm
Attached to the drop-in, we have a large café
selling food and drinks at cost price. On Wednesdays we have a main two-course
dinner. Cooked meals may also be available on other days.
Women's Group
Friday 12am to 2pm
On Friday mornings we provide a female only space for women to
socialise and join in trips and activities such as arts & crafts, relaxation,
cookery, 'pampering', literature & poetry etc. They may also use laundry and
shower facilities.
Green Palm Club
Friday 5.00pm to 7.30pm
Green Palm Club is a fun and caring group for black people who
are isolated due to homelessness or mental health problems. As well as the
cultural food and support on offer, there are various activities such as games,
music speakers and trips.
Mental Health Support Groups
Wednesday 7 to 9 pm and Saturday 2 to 5 pm
There are two support groups for people with mental health
problems. Both offer support, food and various activities such as discussion,
cooking, music, relaxation, speakers, games and outings. The mental health
support groups are referral only - by a social worker, doctor, key worker or CPN.
Computer Sessions
Tuesday and Friday 2pm to 5pm
We have a well-equipped computer room which people can use to
access the internet, use word-processing and other applications and even play
games. There is a skilled IT volunteer who can offer support at any level.
Life-skills
We have a developing life-skills programme that aims to provide
a wide variety of courses such as assertiveness training, anger management,
relaxation techniques, budgeting, home maintenance, fitness/health, literacy/numeracy,
cookery/nutrition etc.
