Changes Bristol AGM: A Year of Connection and Support
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting and continues to support Changes Bristol. Your presence and commitment make our work possible.
You can take a look at the full AGM presentation at the end, or look at the highlights below.
Trustees Renewed for Another Inspiring Term
A special round of applause for three remarkable trustees re-elected for new three-year terms:
- Sally Gregson, our dedicated Treasurer since 2016
- Dr Liz Frost, a trustee since 2018 and vice-chair since 2024
- Dr Phil Charles, trustee since 2017
Heartwarming Highlights from 2024
Community Impact by the Numbers
- 5,248 group attendances
- 852 total support groups held
- 77 incredible volunteers contributing 4,600 hours
- Monthly newsletters reaching 3,000 supporters
2024 Member Survey Results that Inspire Hope
- 89% felt less socially isolated
- 91% felt more connected to their community
- 87% felt more able to express themselves
- 68% reported our services helped reduce suicidal feelings
Powerful Member Quotes
“Really friendly and welcoming, no pressure but lots of support”
“Without Changes, I wouldn’t have been able to cope as well as I have, and its effects will be lasting.”
“Changes has helped me increase talking openly about my feelings”
‘”I was absolutely desperate when I first attended a meeting, and I left hopeful.”
Member views on our Unique Projects
LGBTQIA+ Group
A member shared: “The LGBTQIA+ group is absolutely fantastic. I look forward to it every week. It gives me something to hold onto when the week has been particularly difficult.”
Keep Going Keep Growing (KGKG) Project
One participant beautifully expressed: “KGKG definitely has changed my life for the better. I’ve become more confident… I can’t express enough how much the group has let me grow as a person and improved my mental health.”
Volunteer Voices
A befriending volunteer reflected: “Befriending has been a far more enriching experience than I anticipated. There were tough times… but we laughed, cried, and sometimes got angry together. It was honestly such a privilege to share.”
Looking Forward
We’re excited about whats to come in 2025, including:
- New support group in Southmead
- Expanding our outreach
- Growing our volunteer team
- Ongoing commitment to mental health support, and accessibility and inclusion of everyone
Our Members create such a wonderful supportive community that we are proud of. Thank you for being part of Changes Bristol.