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Rainbow Project - Llantwit Major
The Rainbow Project is an open access mental health resource centre located in Llantwit Major supporting people with mental health problems.
E-mail our new address: rainbow@mindinthevale.org.uk. Feel free to ring us or just pop in.
Summary of aims & objectives:
Mind in the Vale's Mental Health Resource Centres aim to provide:
A social centre with activities shaped by the people who use it
Information on a wide range of issues and resources
Support for people in developing the skills, experience and confidence they need to find fulfilling occupations
Assistance in helping people get the help and support they need from other organisations
Services:
In addition to providing information, advice and support in a friendly setting, the Rainbow Project also organises activities, courses and events using a variety of community venues and resources.
Good value lunches are provided.
A range of courses aimed at creative and vocational development and achieving a sense of well-being.
Volunteering opportunities and support to develop the skills, experience and confidence needed to find fulfilling occupations.
Outreach service for information, advice and support.
Signposting to other agencies and organisations to help you get the support you need.
The Rainbow Centre is open for people to drop in Mon, Fri 10am to 4pm and Tues 10am to 2pm with various groups and activities at other times in a variety of other venues on other days.
Monday 10am – 2pm Open access drop-in
2pm – 4pm 50-ish+ Group
6.30pm – 8.30pm Creativity Group / Book group
Tuesday 10am – 4pm Open access drop-in
(WELLBEING DAY – Look out for courses and activities)
Wednesday 10am – 12pm Women’s Group
Thursday 10am –12pm Outreach sessions
10am – 12pm Walking Group (user-led) – Fortnightly
5pm – 9pm Young Persons’ Group
Friday 10am – 4pm Open access drop-in
2pm – quiz
Resources:
Information on adult education courses and support for those wanting to enrol
Free computer and internet access
Books and information on various mental health and other relevant issues;
Volunteering
Emotional and Vocational support
Signposting to other organisations and agencies (housing, CMHT, counselling etc)
Good value lunches and drinks
Groups
Over the Rainbow
A women’s support group with a special focus on depression and anxiety. The group provides a support network for women aged 18 years and over. Guest speakers covering areas such as women’s health to volunteering and further education.
Wednesdays 10 am – 12 pm unless stated otherwise.
**Please note - there is no women's group on the first Wednesday of each month**
Outreach sessions – local drop-in sessions for local communities
For more information please contact Menna at The Rainbow Project on
01446 796416 or 01446 730792
the_rainbow_project@tiscali.co.uk
29 Crawshay Drive, Llantwit Major, CF61 2LH
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Finding Us
We are located next to the 'Corner Shop' on Crawshay Drive, which is the turning opposite Eagleswell School in Llantwit Major.
Open-Access Hours:
Monday 10.00 - 4.00
Tuesday 10.00 - 4.00
Wednesday Closed (user led groups)
Thursday Closed (user led groups)
Friday 10.00 - 4.00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
By Bus:
The closest bus stops are the Whiteways Bus stop on Llanmaes Road and the Boverton Bus Stop on Eagleswell Road.
By Train:
The closest rail station is the Llantwit Major station (10 minute walk)
By Car:
Free parking along the road.
Disability access is available at our premises
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