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The project would be an introduction to local walking with progression to more challenging routes, combating social isolation and improve health and wellbeing, with loan equipment available
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We will run this 3 times from 3 separate locations. The project would support beneficiaries within a 'difficult to reach' category. These are individuals that may not usually access the services due to psycho/socioeconomic difficulties. This includes isolation and exclusion due to poor health, disability, poverty and mental health difficulties, including low confidence and self esteem, anxiety, depression. It is well documented that individuals from the focus area experience high levels of deprivation due to the above issues. These difficulties have been exacerbated due to Covid 19. There is a well documented increase in social isolation, anxiety and depression and many beneficiaries who were previously accessing employment, have lost their jobs and are now dealing with the financial and emotional impact of this. The project will offer them the opportunity to access the support required to commence a journey to self improvement in terms of their emotional and physical wellbeing.
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Why it's a great idea:
It is well documented that individuals from the focus area experience high levels of deprivation due to the above issues. These difficulties have been exacerbated due to Covid-19. There is a well documented increase in social isolation, anxiety and depression and many beneficiaries who were previously accessing employment, have lost their jobs and are now dealing with the financial and emotional impact of this. The project will offer them the opportunity to access the support required to commence a journey to self improvement in terms of their emotional and physical wellbeing. Mindful Walks will identify, via contact with other social enterprises and community services, the beneficiaries in need of the provision. We will offer them both emotional support and practical tools required to take the first step to walking within the countryside.
Steps to get it done:
We have successfully ran this previously as a trial and had a great response from participants. Two of which were Long Covid sufferer's, 1 was scared of heights, another 2 were socially anxious and 2 were recovering from Cancer. Two had Mobility issues. Participants receive a Step Counter watch, this will encourage activity outside of the walk.
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How will the money be spent?Total £7,599
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Total £7,599
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VolunteerAfter being forced to shut down an aerial and satellite installation business due to severe pain, I discovered that walking eased my constant pain, which allowed me to gradually decrease my medications. While this may not work for everyone, and is by no means a suitable immediate replacement for medication or professional advice, I find that sitting around for extended periods increases my pains, making walking an extremely beneficial activity.
In 2018, having felt the benefits of walking and mindfulness in easing pains and anxieties, Mindful Walks was established, as a Community Interest Company, with the hope of encouraging those in the local area to re-engage with nature.
Mindful Walks is accessible to those of all abilities, whether an experienced walker looking for a new, challenging, route, or someone of mobility issues. We offer a selection of local, accessible routes, as well as individually guided walks for a variety of skill levels.
Having completed Mountain Leaders training in July of 2020, receiving recognised certification, Mindful Walks aims to continue providing community services, as well as extending the range of offered activities to meet a range of needs and experiences.
Project Owner: Mindful Walks NE Ltd CIC The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
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