Our Mission

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 * IMPORTANT COVID 19 UPDATE *

Following on from the Government's new LOCKDOWN announcement, we have some answers to frequently asked questions below. 

We are very relieved to say however, that WE ARE OPEN! 

 🎈 FAQ's 🎈 

What services do you have available?

ONE TO ONE'S Walks and Runs. These are available across all of the Tees Valley area.
MESSAGE SERVICE. 7am - 7pm every day.

What are the session guidelines?

ALL sessions MUST be pre booked. 2m distance required where possible. Masks are optional but encouraged on walks. All participants should carry their own hand sanitiser.

We are in a National Lockdown, why are you still operating these sessions? 

We are very concerned about the indirect effects of Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown, including isolation, loneliness and increased feelings of anxiety, depression and stress. The government have allowed us all one exercise session a day, and although many will have their family, many won't. We also know life could be very stressful with working from home, home schooling and very little escape. Our sessions could offer people a chance to have some vital time to themselves.

Why can you still operate when my run club/gym/exercise group can't? 

We are a voluntary, charitable organisation that offers support to those in need. We work predominately with those who suffer long term physical and/or mental health conditions. Our services offer a vital form of support that helps improve and maintain overall wellbeing. As all our sessions are already held outside, we have not had to cancel or close but adapt what we offer. 

It is winter. What happens if a session can't go ahead due to weather/ill health? 

We keep a close eye on all weather updates and do daily risk assessments around safety. Should a session not be able to go ahead (snow/ice/heavy rain/illness) we aim to give 1 hours notice, and expect the same in return where possible.
If a session can not go ahead, an option to change to a video call session will be offered.

How do I book?

To book a place, you can message us or send us an email.
For those who don't use social media or the internet, there is a telephone number that can be requested, to offer a text message option.

What exactly do these sessions offer?

All sessions, whether one to one or group, offer a safe, non judgemental place to gain support. They can also offer relief from isolation. They are fully confidential. All volunteers offer a "lived experience" support, sometimes referred to as "Peer Support". We are not trained counsellors or therapists, but we have an invested interest in your overall wellbeing, and helping you improve that, especially throughout the pandemic. There is no pressure to talk or to participate beyond a level you are comfortable with. We ask that you respect our volunteers and any other members that may be present.

Who can attend these sessions?

We can work with anyone aged 12 years and above, for both Walk & Talk's and Run & Rant's.

What "lived experience" do you have? 

All our volunteers have some form of lived experience, from a variety of subjects, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, bipolar, post natal depression, bereavement, eating disorders, abuse and suicide. 

Do you have to have a mental health condition to use your services? 

No. We are an inclusive community. All we ask is that you have an interest in your overall wellbeing. 

What do your services cost?

ALL our services are FREE! We also aim to provide all sessions in areas that are easily accessible. 

Should you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are all in this together. You are not alone! 

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