Mind Active
Mind Active is a registered charity based in Bedlington, and works across this part of Northumberland. It aims to support and run social inclusion activities for older, disabled, or highly dependent people, as well as those with mental health difficulties. The charity works in residential care and nursing homes, as well as in the community and offers a range of activities. These include crafts, sing-alongs, reminiscence activities, and entertainment, and allow people to have fun and lift their spirits.
In February 2019, the Foundation offered Mind Active a grant of £6,000 over two years. The funding will go towards a part-time salary and costs of running a programme offering twice-monthly activity days. Outcomes will be that around 25 people will be supported at each of the activity days – they will become less isolated and more involved and engaged within the community, as well as rebuilding their social networks and making meaningful friendships.
