Our Mission

Changes will be recognised as an accessible and effective mental health service. Changes aim to promote the recovery and mental wellbeing of those in mental distress in Bristol and the surrounding area.

What we do

CHANGES BRISTOL has been providing support to those in mental distress in Greater Bristol since 2003. Statistics show that as many as 1 in 4 people will suffer from some sort of mental distress as some point in their lives. Many more will be indirectly affected as their friends and loved ones suffer. We provide support to people experiencing this distress in a number of ways:

 

Peer support meetings
  • We provide weekly support meetings across the city and online so that people can come and talk about their problems in a non-judgemental, safe and confidential environment. This service is free, accessible to all adults (over 18), has no waiting list, requires no referral or formal diagnosis and can be used for as long as people would like.

 

  • This peer support model provides a platform where people can come together to develop trust and socialise with others, thus reducing isolation.

 

  • We also provide literature and learning materials at each meeting to improve wellbeing. These are based on a range of research supported methods including: The 5 ways to wellbeing, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Positive Psychology and Mindfulness.

 

Volunteering
  • We provide multiple volunteering opportunities to help people in their recovery, increase their self-esteem and develop new skills.
Training
  • We provide bespoke training in mental health awareness in the workplace, reducing stigma and signposting members of the public to support options.
Social Events
  • We run social events which help people engage in activities in the community such as nature wellbeing days, storytelling workshops, mindful walks and more.