Waddington Street Centre - a community based mental health resource centre specialising in education
Mission Statement: Effective Mental Health support through LIFE SKILLS and OPPORTUNITIES. WSC, an independent charity, was established over 30 years ago in Durham city. We specialise in the provision of a wide range of learning opportunities for people experiencing mental health difficulties. We aim to help people live fulfilling lives in the community by offering opportunities for personal development, social interaction, and by supporting recovery. We are also committed to tackling MH stigma.
Why the community needs us'Opening Doors, Opening Minds' WSC services are based on creating a hopeful approach, raising motivation and focusing on strengths and possibilities. The educational courses and the other activities we provide are valuable in fostering learning and providing practical support - and, no less important, they also help to build relationships and friendships that can promote mutual support and reduce social isolation. The Centre is a lifeline to many, helping people to stay out of hospital and live.
Our impact on the communityImproved quality of life, confidence and self-esteem for people with mental health problems. Equality of access to our service for all people with mental health problems. A service which specifically meets the needs of under represented groups. Increased number of people with mental health problems accessing education/training opportunities. Increased number of people attaining qualifications. Increased ability to manage own mental health distress problems.
