Welcome to blueSCI

Many people, perhaps even the majority, develop emotional or psychological difficulties at some time in their lives. One in 6 people will have a mental health problem within the course of a year.

blueSCI is a not-for-profit organisation based on Seymour Grove in Old Trafford. It promotes wellbeing through social engagement and creative opportunities. blueSCI works with individuals to achieve their goals and aspirations, promoting recovery, self-management and social inclusion in partnership with other agencies and mainstream organisations.

Have a look around our website and find out more about what we do, especially our new and innovative service in Trafford. If you would like to work with us, please contact us.

Photography course

The photography course that started on Monday 16th June is proving to be very popular. Everyone involved has enjoyed being creative as the above picture shows! Tom Edenbrow who facilitates the group showed everyone how to create 'Gold Portraits'. The effect is done by tracing the outline of a photographic image onto gold card and using black marker pen to produce the final result.

The group is now closed because the course is full.

Womens singing group

The womens singing group that started on Wednesday 18th June is going well and has been well attended. Niall Gigha who runs the group has been inspiring the ladies to try different vocal techniques and voice warm-ups.

Niall said "I was pleasantly surprised by the enthusiam of the ladies to join in and share their voices"

The group is an opportunity to learn how to sing in harmony with other women. There is also a possiblity of continuing after the 6 week course to create a community choir. We welcome anyone who is interested in singing regardless of skill.

For further information contact reception on 0161 912 4828

Art Therapy

Volunteer Avril Neagle is delivering Art Therapy sessions at blueSCI. Avril is a qualified, state registered Art Therapist who has extensive social work and counselling experience. She has worked with a range of people from different backgrounds and is committed to social and cultural inclusion.

Art Therapy is all about creativity and self expression through the use of art. The purpose is to help people take control of their own lives, enabling them to make positive changes for themselves.

For further information contact reception on 0161 912 4828.

blueSCI managing North West Mentoring Project

blueSCI is working with CSIP and GMW NHS Foundation Trust to support Service User and Carer mentoring

visit the website for more information.

www.nwmentoring.org.uk

Website enquiry

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Cultural Awareness

Cultural Diversity Session

The South Asian Cultural Awareness training which took place on Monday 23rd June, was an informative and interactive session which helped to raise the awareness of South Asian communities.  The group focused on similarities as well as acknowledging the importance of religion/spirituality for these communities. The group had an opportunity to look at religious and cultural images and artefacts as well as ask lots of questions.

The group also had henna (temporary tattoo) applied to their hands and discussed the relevance of this, when it is applied and its purpose.

Zile and Yasmine, who presented the session, would like to thank all those who attended and Mandy (also known as the food guru) from blueSCI’s internet cafe who brought in artefacts which represented the identity and main principles of the Sikh community.

Pottery at blueSCI

The pottery course at blueSCI got off to a flying start last Monday (16th June). Paul Exall, who runs the group said:

"The session was a very positive experience. Everyone really, really enjoyed it - and a large amount of work was produced in the two hours"

The group is now closed because the course is full.

blueSCI Fundraising Event

The fundraising event that took place on Friday 27th June at Trafford Social Club in Stretford, was a great success and everyone involved really enjoyed the evening. The event was organised by allotment volunteer Jackie Wilson who was presented with a bouquet of flowers at the end of the evening.

The entertainment, included caberet artist Tony Lee and members of Seed Studios. There was in excess of 100 people who attended the stretford venue which boasts a bar and dance floor. There was also a raffle which contributed towards raising money for blueSCI.

Sisley Painting Project

Volunteer Tony Turner is planning his next painting project at blueSCI. The subject this time around is the artist Sisley who was an English Impressionist Landscape Painter.

Group participants are invited to 'Paint along with Tony' in the style of Sisley and work through the stages of a Sisley landscape.

The group commences on Tuesday July 29th 10am - 12pm and will run for 8 weeks.

To book a place contact reception on 0161 912 4828.

Complementary Therapy Evening Appointments

blueSCI Complementary Therapists Dora, Karey and Charlotte will be delivering evening appointments starting Thursday 3rd July for 4 weeks as a pilot. There will be appointments available from 4pm - 7pm (last appointment at 6pm) for Massage, Reiki, Reflexology and Beauty Treatments.

Usual prices apply (£5 for 1/2 hour and £10 for an hour) £5 cancellation fee.

To book an appointment, please telephone reception on 0161 912 4828.