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The Basics
- Free creative arts day for young people who hear, see or sense things others don't on 31st August (and a workshop for parents too!)
- Ideas and experience wanted for a new book aimed at young people who hear voices and their supporters
- Three new training workshops (for parents, supporters and professionals - March 2010)
- New groups launching in Camden and Tower Hamlets
- Free training for parents & supporters (18th & 25th Jan 2010)
Free creative arts day for young people who hear, see or sense things others don't (and a workshop for parents too)
We're running a one off creative workshop on 31st August in Whitechapel, from 11-4pm. At the same time, in the same place, we're hosting a workshop for parents and supporters too (giving them the chance to meet other parents, learn more about coping with voices and get some support too).
What will the day be like?
Using drama and music, we'll be looking at our strengths and all the things that help us to stay strong. You can choose from a range of activities including: song writing; community music; games; forum theatre; art project.
It'll be an opportunity to meet other young people who may be going through similar experiences and a chance to have some fun.
Will I have to talk about my voices?
No, although the day is for young people who have these experiences, you can say as much (or as little) about them as you like. It's up to you.
Where will it be?
We're running the day at The Level: Tower Hamlets Young People's Centre (2-12 Cambridge Heath Road, Whitechapel, London, E1 5QH). It's really near Whitechapel tube station, and only 10 minutes walk from Bethnal Green station.
How do I book a place?
All you need to do is contact Voice Collective (by phone - 020 7625 9042 or email - info@voicecollective.co.uk). We can either send you a booking form, or fill it out over the phone with you.
Download: Young People's poster | Parents and carers poster
Ideas and experiences wanted for a new book aimed at young people who hear voices and their supporters
Sandra Escher is putting together a new book aimed at children and young people who hear voices (and their parents/supporters). The exciting bit is that she's asked Voice Collective to write a chapter for it!
Timing is tight, but we really wanted to ask you what you think we should include. Whether you're a young person who hears/sees things that others don't, or someone who supports them - we want to hear from you.
If you'd like to share your ideas, tips and experiences with readers of the books, or give us a clue about the most helpful things for us to write about, please download the surveys below and email them back to us as info@voicecollective.co.uk by Sunday 16th May 2010.
THANK YOU!
Download: Survey for young people | Survey for parents and carers
Three New Training Workshops (for parents, supporters and professionals - March 2010)
We are running three new workshops for parents, supporters and professionals. Each session has a different focus, so you can choose the one most relevant to your needs.
Please note: places are limited so please return the booking form ASAP (or contact us to ask us to reserve you a place). The options are:
1. For Parents, Carers & Family Members:
Does your child hear, see or sense things that other people don't (sometimes called having hallucinations)? You're not alone. We're offering FREE training to parents and carers like you to help them understand, and support, their child.
Monday 22nd March, 10-2.30pm (inc a light lunch)
@ Amnesty International Human Rights Action Centre
17-25 New Inn Yard, London, EC2A 3EA
Download: flyer/booking form (68KB)
2. Understanding Adolescents Who Hear Voices: An Introduction
This half day introductory workshop is facilitated by project workers with personal experience of living with voices. It is aimed at anyone working with young people, including: teachers, mentors, school nurses, counsellors, social workers and CAMHS workers.
Monday 29th March, 1.30 - 5pm
@ Amnesty International Human Rights Action Centre
17-25 New Inn Yard, London, EC2A 3EA
Download: flyer/booking form (65KB)
3. Understanding & Supporting Adolescents Who Hear Voices
This one day workshop is aimed at those supporting young people who are struggling to cope with the voices or visions they are having. It is aimed at nurses, support workers, therapists, CAMHS workers, adolescent psychiatrists, approved social workers, psychologists and anyone working with young people who hear, see or sense things others don't.
Friday 26th March, 9 - 3.30pm
Mind in Camden
Barnes House, 9-15 Camden Road, London, NW1 9LQ
Download: flyer/booking form (66KB)
New Groups Launching!
We are launching our first peer support groups in January 2010. If you're aged between 12 and 18 and would like to come along - just contact us (or check out the groups page for more info).
The groups are running on:
Mondays, 4.30 - 5.30pm (for people in the Tower Hamlets Area)
in partnership with The Level: Young People's Centre
Nearest tube: Whitechapel (Hammersmith & City and District lines)
Thursdays, 4.45 - 5.45pm (for anyone aged 12-18)
in partnership with The Anna Freud Centre
Nearest tube: Finchley Road (Metropolitan and Jubilee lines)
We will be launching more groups in other areas in the next 6 months - if you'd like a group in your area, why not let us know
Email: info@voicecollective.co.uk
Free Workshops for Parents & Supporters - Jan/Feb
We are offering FREE training for parents, carers and supporters. The course, running over two evening workshops, is taking place on both:
Monday 18th & 25th January
6 - 9.00pm (opening at 5.45pm for refreshments)
@ The Level: Young People’s Centre,
2-12 Cambridge Heath Road, London, E1 5HQ (Tube: Whitechapel)
To book your place, or find out more, please:
Email: info@voicecollective.co.uk, Call: 020 7241 8978/8979
Or see our events and training page
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