START
At START, we use creativity to help vulnerable people from all walks of life improve their skills and gain in confidence. Our members often make remarkable progress and soon learn how to become valued members of the community, contributing in ways they themselves could never have imagined.
How getting creative improves mental health
The creative activities we provide at Start have been successful in helping people overcome emotional difficulties and reach new heights. The opportunity to be creative acts as a social outlet for our members as well as being a great way to learn new skills. It empowers them to express themselves more clearly and come to a better understanding of their place in the world and what they are capable of achieving.
With this knowledge and confidence, our members go on to further training, volunteering and employment. Some have made extraordinary progress and have even come back to us in the role of tutor or mentor. It’s a measure of just how much our members can achieve once they summon up the courage to first walk through our door.