Upon request and demand the first ‘Knowing ME…..Helping You’ workshop was held in Cleveland on Saturday 16th April. Again a great opportunity for young people to meet new faces and for parents to meet other parents / carers.

The young people started their session with brief introductions and as more people arrived discussions were held on coping strategies regarding school, university, returning to work, friends, hobbies, social activities etc. Held at the Thistle Hotel in Middlesborough the facilities were excellent, beds provided, comfy seating which created a very relaxed friendly and inform atmosphere. At no time was any individual put under any pressure to take part and it was great to have people popping in throughout the day to partake for a couple of hours. Coping techniques were jotted down and a final top 10 were estabilished to be passed on to other sufferers.

The afternoon was spent getting to know one another and taking part in the relaxation / craft session run by Carol. This time we were making jewellery and believe me it wont be long before ‘Accessorize’ start panicking as they have serious competition! Vicky is now making jewellery for England and so many of the others made some fantastic earrings and bracelets.

Again Jennifer ran the parents workshop and feedback to date has been extremely positive from both workshops. Future workshops in Cleveland are already being planned as we go to print, with SATURDAY 2nd JULY being the next one. Call 0191 3892222 or e mail [email protected] to book your space.