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    Let's Talk About Loneliness Course at Bloxwich Launchpad

    Bloxwich Launchpad Loneliness Course

    Bloxwich Launchpad is a brand-new digital skills and business incubation centre in the heart of Bloxwich. The Recovery College has been providing information and taster sessions with the launchpad throughout 2024 - present. Now the Launchpad has fully opened, we are excited to announce we will be running a six week course with the Le...

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    World Suicide Prevention Day - Useful helpline and Support Services

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     It's the final day of our World Suicide Prevention campaign. To recap, we have covered the following subjects:Myths Vs FactsHow to talk to someone who is strugglingSigns of Suicide Risk and how to respondPlease refer back to our earlier blogs for more info on each of these topics.Today we are looking at the helplines and support services that...

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    World Suicide Prevention Day: Signs of suicide risk and how to respond

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    For today's World Suicide Prevention Day post we are looking at - What are the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide?These can include: Behavioural Signs Searching for ways to end their life (online, with means, etc.) Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities they once enjoyed Giving away prized possessions or getting affa...

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    World Suicide Prevention Day: How to Talk to someone who is struggling

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    Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Here at the Recovery College we have rolled out information, hints and tips throughout the week. Yesterday we focused on Myths vs Facts of suicide and today, we are looking at how to talk to someone you are worried about, and who may have suicidal thoughts. Here are 5 practical tips for starting a conversation...

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    World Suicide Prevention Day : Myths vs Facts surrounding suicide

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    For the second instalment leading up to World Suicide Prevention Day, we are looking at Myths Vs Facts surrounding suicide. Here's a clear myths vs. facts list about suicide, based on mental health research and guidance from key organisations.Myth 1 - Talking about suicide will put the idea in someone's headFact - Talking openly and ...

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    New Information Sessions for September - November!

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    News! Our wonderful Information Sessions are restarting for the Autumn term. These will take place at Quayside House, Rounds Green Road, Oldbury, B69 2DG every other Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm commencing the 19th September until 14th November. You can also join us via Zoom. You will receive a warm welcome from the marketing team, with a short presenta...

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    Ideal for All Charity

    Ideal for All

    Ideal for All is a user-led charity and social enterprise working to make life better for disabled, elderly and vulnerable people and their carers. We are pleased to share their weekly schedule of activities, taking place across: Smethwick, Oldbury, Wednesbury, West Bromwich and Tipton. Everything from Garden Peer Support sessions through...

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    World Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday

    World Suicide Prevention Day

    World Suicide Prevention Day – Wednesday, 10th September This week, the Recovery College for the Black Country will be shining a light on suicide prevention. Together, we can create hope, support, and understanding in our communities. The theme this year is: Change the Narrative. Throughout the week, and especially on Wednesday, we'll be focusing o...

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    Suicide Prevention for Families and Carers Workshop

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    We have a new workshop that has been co-produced by The Recovery College, Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and other stakeholders. This session explores how to recognise warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide. You'll learn how to approach sensitive conversations about suicide with empathy, create safety plans to help...

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    Summer Student Celebration Report

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    Last week we had our first blended End of Term Celebration for our students! There was a mixture of students attending in-person at Quayside House in Sandwell and lots of students joining us online. It was a great morning filled with musical performances, poetry and our epic Recovery College Quiz Rounds.  Recovery College Principal Kerry Wilke...

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    Join our Recover Together LGBTQ+

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    Are you tired of feeling alone? Drowning in the noise of a busy and hectic world? Ready to find your tribe? Look no further than The Recovery College and the LGBTQ+ community support group that's all about building bridges and breaking down walls. We are a safe space where you can: Express Yourself - Share your journey, celebrate your identity, and...

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    Our Summer Newsletter is LIVE - The Recovery College

    Summer-Newsletter

    Our Summer Newsletter is now LIVE! In this edition: - Hear from our Principal Kerry Wilkes - The Recovery College is turning 10! - Learn more about our brand new Nature Prescribing course - What's new for our Autumn Term? Workshops, LSA Drop Ins and a DBT Refresher session  - Check out the Recovery College Hall of Fame. and much more! Cli...

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    Getting to Know Your Emotions

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    Every emotion has a purpose. Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do? Or want to understand and manage your emotions in a practical way? Our Getting to Know Your Emotions course will help you: - Understand what emotions and feelings really are  - Identify and explore your own emotions - Learn strategies to support your own self care...

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    Join our Nature Prescribing Course

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    Interested in Nature and how it can assist with your wellbeing? Then the Recovery College has something for you! With co-produced content from the RSPB, we are proud to present our new Nature Prescribing course. Nature prescribing is a guided conversation that takes place between the session facilitators and students. This encourages students to re...

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    The Recovery College Tours - Wolverhampton

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    We're excited to share the next video in our series available on our YouTube channel: The Recovery College Tours! Access our YouTube Channel here: The Recovery College Take a look inside our 4 buildings and experience each location of The Recovery College. We understand that it can often feel daunting visiting a new space for the first ti...

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    Come and Join our Mindfulness Course

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    Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy is designed to help you apply the learning into everyday life to manage difficulties but also cultivate compassion, calmness and wisdom. It offers an insight into a different way of living that will support you to work with distress and difficulties, but also to savour life and realise your potential to flou...

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    Happiness Happens Month

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    August marks the beginning of Happiness Happens month. When the world feels uncertain, it's more important than ever to pause and savour the times when you feel good and happy. "For 25 years, we've been helping make the world a happier place — one smile, one celebration, and one happy moment at a time. Each August, we introduce a theme, but ou...

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    Becoming a Recovery College Student

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    Hello and Welcome to The Recovery College Blog. On this post you will find all the information you need to become a Recovery College for the Black Country student.  What is The Recovery College? At The Recovery College our belief is that learning together makes us stronger and supports our recovery. The Recovery College provides an educat...

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    What is Nature Prescribing?

    What is Nature Prescribing?

    Recently, you may have seen the Recovery College mentioning our new Nature Prescribing course and wondered - just what is it? For starters, it's a brand new course we are very excited to introduce to prospective students in September. This course will take us through the magical season of Autumn, right up to the end of November. ...

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    The Recovery College Tours - Latest YouTube video

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    We're excited to share a new series of videos on our YouTube channel: The Recovery College Tours! Take a look inside our 4 buildings and experience each location of The Recovery College. We understand that it can often feel daunting visiting a new space for the first time so we want to help you feel as comfortable as possible. If you...

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