At Build on Belief personal experience has taught us that meaningful activity is central to building and sustaining recovery from addiction. It has also taught us that it has to be fun!
Each of our projects offers a range of activities based around the 'Five Ways to Well-being.' If you are interested, these are as follows:
Many of our workshops and groups are run by volunteers in recovery who wish to share their own life-skills and experience with others. No two Build on Belief projects are alike, and the activities on offer are based on the interests of local service users, the individual skills of the volunteer team, the passion and commitment of the service managers and the facilities available to us.
We regret that activities differ from project to project and not all are available everywhere. We therefore, reluctantly point out, that because of commissioning structures and funding streams, you are only able to access BoB services in the borough in which you live . . . . unless of course, you choose to volunteer with us!
The most gentle form of exercise imaginable. Slow movement, and gentle stretching, the Chinese have been doing it for thousands of years to keep supple and fit . . . Read more
A weekend warm-up before a cooked breakfast! Read more
Appearance is important for self esteem, and a good haircut always makes one feel better . . . Read more
There's a whole variety of games to play with Build on Belief, from Jenga to Chess, from Inspirado to Scrabble and there are always plenty of people to join in! Read more
A quiet past time, the gentle murmur of conversation, and something to do with your hands . . . . Read more
Like any family, normal or otherwise, Build on Belief goes through crazes now and again, and right now Table Tennis is it! Read more
The cinema can be too expensive for many, and yet what beats watching a good film in the company of friends? Read more
It's a strange but simple fact, that we feel better about ourselves when we look good, hence the Bloom and Groom Group! Read more
We can all walk. It's one of the first things we learned to do. Why not do it with like-minded people and get some gentle exercise in the process? Read more
What nicer way can there be to spend a day, having a gentle pedal around Hillingdon with your peers? Read more
Self expression, inspiring stories, touching poems and word games. Creative writing has it all. Read more
Sometimes it's the peaceful things in life that help us move forward . . . Read more
A simple way of learning to deal with stress, anxiety and depression, especially in early recovery. Read more
A good diet is an essential part of recovery, and learning to make cheap and easy meals is a step toward healthy eating. Read more
We all like to eat them, but do we know how to make them? Come and learn the arcane secrets of cake baking and have a munch! Read more
Ever wanted to find out of you have green fingers? Or, do you just enjoy the simple pleasure that comes from growing plants? We have several projects where you can quietly set your inner Alan Titchmarsh free! Read more
It is well known that a little exercise improves overall well-being. Why not try one of our yoga classes. We promise to be gentle! Read more
One of the first things we learn as children is to draw and paint. There is the simplest of pleasures to be gained from something as easy as colouring, and our workshops cater for everyone, from budding genius to absolute beginner. Read more
If you like to sing, fancy learning to play a guitar, or have dreamed of playing in a band, then these workshops are for you! Read more
Exercise is vital for good health and overall well-being, and Badminton is a wonderful game both for those who love sport, and those who are new to it, since there are only two shots and the court is small! Why not join us for a game? Read more
Learn a simple way of dealing with everyday stress and anxiety Read more