WISEMINDS - learning for wellbeing by Michele Mackay https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds en-us 2016-08-08 11:28:48 UTC 2023-02-18 18:37:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Balance.png Learner Voice from TA  mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117703944 ‘I’ve gained loads of confidence from the course, even my friends and family have commented on how much happier and brighter I am. The course taught me skills for everyday life, such as budgeting, and I feel I’ll be able to cope better in the future because of this. Although I had to step out of my comfort zone, this challenged me and I feel like I can go further with this by going on more courses or even volunteering’ 
T.A,  .]]> 2016-08-08 11:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117703944 Learner Voice from ED mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704018 ‘Meeting the other participants was great, we all supported each other and I feel much happier knowing that meeting new people and having fun is possible.’ 
E.D. ]]> 2016-08-08 11:50:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704018 Learner Voice from DG mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704040 ‘I’m now focused on what I can do rather than what I can’t do, the course made me think outside of the box, brought my confidence out and I engaged with the other people on the course more than I would have done before. I felt comfortable just being me and had support from all the other participants.’ 
D.G,

]]> 2016-08-08 11:51:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704040 Learner Voice from AM mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704082 ‘Absolutely amazing! I feel optimistic, happier and I really enjoyed meeting new people. I learnt from the other people on the course, shared my skills with them and improved my communication skills. I’m looking forward to the future and putting this positive mind set into practise.’ 
A.M.

]]> 2016-08-08 11:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704082 Learner Voice from MW mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704124 ‘I’ve noticed my mood has improved in general, I have a sense of empowerment about my future and what I am capable of.  I enjoyed connecting with the other participants sharing skills, knowledge and stories; this ‘community’ feeling was the most important factor for my positive shift in mood’ 
M.W.  

]]> 2016-08-08 11:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704124 Carrie......Our First Success Story mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704481 This article was published on our website and also in the local newspaper.
Beat the January blues with Wiseminds
Categories: Adults Published: January 18, 2016 
In January the weather is at its worst, the days are dark, our bank accounts empty and our New Year’s resolutions, however well-intentioned, have already gone by the wayside. 
Carrie Hanson is one of many students to have benefited from the Wiseminds scheme
So it is no surprise that some research has suggested that the third Monday in January is the most depressing day of the year.

However, we are encouraging people to try and beat the winter blues and improve their wellbeing and self-esteem by learning something new and connecting with others who have similar experiences through the WISEMINDS Project which is being led by Kirklees College and its partners on behalf of the Kirklees Community Learning Trust.
Indeed, one of the learners reported a positive effect on her wellbeing. Carrie Hanson, from Slaithwaite, said: “The project helped me with confidence issues, it gave me an aim and showed me that I am able to get myself motivated to do something with my day.”

Since taking part in the project not only has she gone on to further education but she has also become a volunteer with Proper Job Theatre Company.

“Before attending these courses I felt that I had no direction and didn’t think that I had anything positive to look forward to,” said Carrie.

“Now I have a future and am beginning to feel more positive and confident that I will be able to find a job and use my newly discovered skills.”

So don’t be beat by the winter blues, sign up for a course today or find out more by simply contacting Wiseminds@kirkleescollege.ac.uk or call 01484 437156.
]]> 2016-08-08 12:00:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117704481 Learner Voice Year 2 mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117705014 See just some of the learner feedback from year 2 of the project.....]]> 2016-08-08 12:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/117705014 Year 2 of Wiseminds mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135749671 2016-11-07 13:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135749671 Our Partners in Year 2 mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135750115 This year we have decided to work in a smaller number of venues to reduce variables to the research.  So we are working on the college campus and two local venues. Thrive in North Kirklees and Support to Recovery in South Kirklees. ]]> 2016-11-07 13:26:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135750115 mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135751166 2016-11-07 13:30:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135751166 mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135751618 2016-11-07 13:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135751618 Meet Sarah our Project Co-ordinator mmackay2424 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135757951
This is Sarah.  She started with Wiseminds in September and has really hit the ground running!

She is doing the vast majority of our IAG - so we hardly ever see her!
]]> 2016-11-07 13:48:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/135757951 Read our monthly Newsletter! sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141696365 2016-12-05 11:16:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141696365 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141698137 2016-12-05 11:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141698137 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141699389 October Newsletter 2016]]> 2016-12-05 11:35:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141699389 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141699766 November Newsletter 2016]]> 2016-12-05 11:37:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141699766 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141700117 December Newsletter 2016]]> 2016-12-05 11:39:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141700117 Check out our Calendar for upcoming courses sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141701758 2016-12-05 11:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141701758 About Wiseminds sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141704787
The WISEMINDS Project offers FREE training courses to adults aged 19+ as part of a National Research project. There are a wide range of courses available including Art Combo, Tai Chi, Stained Glass, Family First Aid and Confidence Building.

The project, funded by the Department For Education, aims to find out if community learning supports those with mild to moderate mental ill health. The project is open to volunteers over the age of 19yrs who feel relatively well, to those who maybe experiencing (but not limited to) low mood, anxiety, depression or those suffering from long term physical health problems which, in turn, are impacting upon their mental wellbeing.

Courses are easily accessible being held mainly in Huddersfield and Dewsbury town centres, with some courses at the college campus. 

For further details please take a look at our Calendar of Events
]]> 2016-12-05 12:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141704787 OUr sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141707882 2016-12-05 12:26:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141707882 Our leaflet....... sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141707887 2016-12-05 12:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/141707887 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/169388359 January/February Newsletter 2017]]> 2017-05-02 11:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/169388359 Research volunteer's blog - Stained Glass course sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/169389698 2017-05-02 11:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/169389698 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172515030 May Newsletter 2017]]> 2017-05-18 08:34:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172515030 Learner Voice Year 1 sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172515966 Please see feedback below from learners who took part in Year 1 of the project]]> 2017-05-18 08:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172515966 Learner Voice K.P. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172518737 I really enjoyed the course. Great environment, material, structure + people! I loved being in a group of people, working independently but collectively.
About half way through the course I started to reduce my anti-depressants - this is a massive positive.
K.P.]]> 2017-05-18 08:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172518737 Learner Voice K.T. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172520670 This has been a great experience - I've gained ideas for future projects, inspiration in other areas that have long been at a standstill and met a wonderful group of people which otherwise I never would have, so thankyou very much x
K.T.]]> 2017-05-18 08:59:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172520670 Learner Voice J.K. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172521427 Loved the course. The tutor instilled confidence in us, helping when asked, checking progress/giving advice. Being given the chance to join in with an unknown group - I've now volunteered to help at a local gallery.
J.K.]]> 2017-05-18 09:03:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172521427 Learner Voice G.G. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172524644 I enjoyed this course because I have not been employment for some two years due to illness. I feel that I have regained some of my confidence. The activities enabled me to re engage with others and work in groups which I have not done for some time. I met the most wonderful people on this course and the tutors have been excellent. I want to take the opportunity to continue learning but also to venture out to see what type of work I can do in the near future.
G.G]]> 2017-05-18 09:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172524644 Learner Voice M.H. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172525281 I have thoroughly enjoyed the 3 weeks here. It has given me food for thought, and how I can try to apply what I have learned to my personal situation.
M.H.]]> 2017-05-18 09:22:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172525281 Learner Voice F.I. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172525910 I really enjoyed doing this course. I learnt a lot of new skills, confidence, speaking in front of people, sharing new ideas, working in a team and communication skills. These really improved and I would like to do some more learning.
F.I.]]> 2017-05-18 09:25:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172525910 Learner Voice S.S. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172527411 A new activity to get me back to learning, meet new people, and gain confidence to do other things.
S.S.]]> 2017-05-18 09:33:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172527411 Learner Voice P.W. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172528092 the sessions I attended were informative. interesting and gave me an insight into further learning. The tutor was very good, she was professional and well prepared.
P.W]]> 2017-05-18 09:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172528092 Learner Voice K.W. sfawcett01 https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172529204 the things that have changed the most? Facing things. Asking for help. Admitting how low I had become. Admitting vulnerability. Doing something positive, and acknowledging what a state I was in, and having people there who care for me.
K.W.]]> 2017-05-18 09:45:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mmackay2424/mhfe_Wiseminds/wish/172529204