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    Men's Health Week at the Recovery College

    Men's Health Week

     From 9th June - 16th June it's Men's Health Week, and here at the RC we have a tonne of tips, links and general reminders to be excellent to yourself for all the men out there! It's Day 1, and today we are posing the question:  Why Men's Mental Health Matters: Men's mental health is crucial because: It directly impacts well-being, r...

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    Why should I volunteer?

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    Volunteering comes in many forms, you may volunteer in a school, a library or shop. You may volunteer by supporting a neighbour. Volunteering can take many forms but at the root of volunteering is that we are using our time, skills and energy to support others. And did you know it not only helps others it can also ...

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    Happy Pride Month

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    Happy Pride Month! Throughout the month we will be celebrating Pride so keep an eye out on our socials and blogs as we will be sharing and highlighting what's going on across the Black Country throughout June and how we are celebrating this year at the college! Over the years, Pride Month has expanded to encompass a wide range of activities, i...

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    Thank you Volunteers - Volunteers Week 2025

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    This week is Volunteers Week (2nd-8th June) and we are taking the opportunity to thank all our volunteers at The Recovery College and those who volunteer in our communities across the Black Country. We appreciate everything you support us with from co-facilitating in sessions, to volunteering your time by supporting to ...

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    May at The Recovery College

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    Although we have been in term down time May has been a very busy month for The Recovery College. Our Facilitator team have spent time contacting current students for their End of Term Review and new students for their Getting to Know You meeting. These conversations are the best way for us to understand why you wish to attend the college and how we...

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    Join our Co Production for the 10 year celebration of The Recovery College

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    This year marks 10 years of the Recovery College for the Black Country, and we want to celebrate this incredible journey together. We're inviting staff, students and volunteers to come and co-produce a special celebration event. The first meeting will take place 4th June from 11am-1pm via Zoom. If you would like to be part of this co-production gro...

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    Day in the Life of...Charlotte

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    At the Recovery College our team is really tightly knit, with plenty of understanding and caring individuals dedicated to your recovery journey. Today get to know one of our lead facilitators Charlotte! What is your job role? I work as one of the lead facilitators for the Recovery College. The role involves a lot of co-ordinating, working on schedu...

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    Are you interested in joining The Recovery College? Join us for an online information session

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    Come and meet our friendly marketing team on 3rd June from 1pm-2pm via Zoom. Learn more about us and the courses we offer.Our ethosAsk any questions you may have. If you're interested in attending please call: 0121 543 4061 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. The RC Team ---------------------------------------------------------------------...

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    The Recovery College Information and Taster Sessions at Bloxwich Library

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    Bloxwich Launchpad, opening in September 2025, is an exciting new centre in the heart of Bloxwich, offering digital skills support and training for local people and small businesses. Funded through the Government's Town Deal and delivered by Walsall Council, Launchpad will bring together local partners to help people upskill, access support to...

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    Wear it Green Day: Mental Health Awareness Week

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    Wear It Green Day – Standing Together for Mental Health 💚 As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, our team went all in on the Green Theme – and the energy across our Dudley, Sandwell, and Walsall bases was incredible!  From green outfits and to self care themed games, mindfulness sessions, and creative expression activities, the day was packe...

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    Community by Sarah for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

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    Poetry can be an amazing outlet to express how we are feeling, provide us with inspiration and give us an opportunity to take time out. At the college we have many talented poets, writers and artists. It is amazing how the arts can help you express thoughts and feelings.  One of our Facilitator team Sarah has written an awesome poem about...

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    It's Mental Health Awareness Week!

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    Since 2001 the Mental Health Foundation have been bringing the UK together to focus on getting good mental health. This year the theme for the week is Community. At The Recovery College we are privileged to have a community of Students, Volunteers, Partners and Staff where we each have a vital role in making our community so spe...

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    A Day in the Life of.. Ravi

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    Today we have a new Day in the Life Of.. with Quiz Master/ Riddle Extraordinaire Ravi!  What is your job role at the college? I'm a Facilitator At the Recovery College we have a really great team of dedicated facilitators who make your recovery journey as smooth and as friendly as possible. What do you enjoy about your role? "I enjoy facilitat...

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    Enrol Today for our Summer Term

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    It's Enrolment Week! Our Summer Term is nearly here.. Before the start of each Recovery College term we have Enrolment Week, this is when we ask you to send your course choices for the upcoming Summer Term. If you are a current student this will have been discussed in your End of Term Review, but if you are a new student this will ha...

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    April at The Recovery College

    April at The Recovery College

    It's been a great month at The Recovery College, full of Open Days, Celebrations, Co-Production and End of Term Reviews.  This week the Recovery College Staff team met for a Spring Away Day. We discussed strategy, directions and priorities for the entire team. We also got to build some award worthy structures out of straws and LEGO! It wa...

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    Kirstie's Stress Relief Toolkit - Stress Awareness Month

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    One of the difficulties with stress is that people experience stress in different ways. This contributes to stress manifesting itself differently. Stress isn't avoidable but it is manageable, keeping a stress relief toolkit can be a great coping strategy to support you. Today you can read what Kirstie keeps inside her toolkit. Perhaps this can give...

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    Term Break Activities at The Recovery College

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    Although our Spring Term has come to an end there are still ways for you to attend the college during our break.  We will be delivering weekly Recover Together sessions and Health Walks across all four areas of the Black Country. These sessions are a great way to stay connected and continue to build on your learning from our Spring Term. Our L...

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    Moving Forwards: Building a Brighter Future Enrol Today

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    The Help for Heroes, Veterans Moving Forwards course has been designed by Veterans for Veterans. This course is suitable for all military Veterans, regardless of when or where they served. By the end of the course, students should understand the true impact of their military experience and be equipped with the right skills to move forward in their ...

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    Read our Spring Newsletter here!

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    Our new Recovery College Newsletter is now live! https://heyzine.com/flip-book/20a22d8f5d.html In this edition: Read a Spring Summary from Recovery College Principal Kerry WilkesFind out more about our Instagram page and how to follow usWe have 4 Open Days coming up - check out the newsletter for more informationVisit our iconic Hall of FameDiscove...

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    March at The Recovery College

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    What have we been up to in the month of March? As the weather has improved it's been great to get back out in the sun and use our Garden areas. The course is in full swing across our 4 bases and staff and students are working hard to make these spaces amazing.  if you are interested in gardening, as a beginner or an expert and are pa...

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