Stories
Comments from our learners
“I came here in a dark place but left more positive about things and have now got some useful tools to help me move forward. Thank you so much, everyone...
David’s achievement since attending the Recovery College
“I came you in 2018. I took creative writing and art courses. I’m now a Master of Arts, in creative writing and I won the Ictus Prize for poetry too....
David’s story….
An email Lisa Hart recently received from one of our learners after completing Managing Depression course:-
Ian Henry – Meet the Physical Activity and Wellbeing Team
My name is Ian. In 2000 I was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was admitted to hospital for six months. I made a fast recovery and was allocated day release but...
Jill Padwell’s story
“This is such a rare and special place with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The care for my own mental health needs I found here has played a major part...
Mandy Round’s Story…
Mandy Round – Co Facilitator – Feel the Fear, Creative Writing I first attended The Recovery College back in 2016 as a learner, after experiencing anxiety, obsessive behaviours and psychotic...
Meet the Physical Health and Wellbeing Team – Hannah Burton
I’m Hannah Burton. I currently lead on all things physical. I have a very busy, active lifestyle. I believe I have the most amazing job in the world. I am...
Mikki’s Christmas Poem
‘Twas the night before Christmas All through the house Not a creature was stirring Not even a ghost The Coaches were snuggled In their office with care With hope...
Steph Flanigan – Meet the Physical Health and Wellbeing Team
My name is Steph and I live with Paranoid Schizophrenia and Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder. I spent many years in and out of hospital, often detained under the Mental Health...