Wellbeing support project set to lift Covid blues.

A brand-new project has been launched to support carers and families with caring responsibilities affected by Covid19 living in Cheadle, Leek, Cellarhead, Werrington and Wetley Rocks.

The Werrington Wellbeing Project is a collaborative response from Werrington Community Group and Village Life Staffordshire, Crossroads Care Staffordshire, @On the Horizon Counselling Services CIC and creative artist, Gavin Bowyer

The project which runs from November to the end of February 2021 is offering free one-to-one counselling and creativefamily support workshops at Werrington Wellbeing Lodges and the Foxlowe arts Centre in Leek. Crossroads are also able to provide personal support to carers.

Rachel Butcher from On the Horizon Counselling Services said: “We know that many families and individuals have been adversely affected by the Covid restrictions which has led to an increase in isolation and anxiety.

“This project will provide support to lift that burden on carers and families with a range of support scenarios including counselling, online support and creative workshops.

“We are really pleased that artist Gavin Bowyer is part of the delivery team because art is such a great diversion and a way to work out stress and anxiety.

“We are urging anyone affected by the restrictions who live in the area covered by the project to get in touch.”

Anyone wanting to benefit from the Werrington Wellbeing Project can email: horizoncounselling1@outlook.com or enquiries@crossroadsstaffordshire.org.uk
Telephone: 07855652753/07807204412 ( On the Horizon Counselling Services CIC) or 01782 268391 (Crossroads) or message from Crossroads Care Staffordshire and On The Horizon Counselling Services Facebook pages.

Leek Virtual Open Studio 2020 promo video

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A Portrait Commission – The Prestige of a Unique Work of Art

In our mass-produced age, few material objects possess the enduring value and prestige of a unique work of art. To commission and own a family portrait is a captured moment in time.

A statement to immortalise and eulogise a loved one in their pomp. An artwork allows you to peak into to the past and create an exceptional chapter in your families history.

We are drawn to portraits because they tell a story, both about the subject and the artist. A portrait commission can celebrate the youth of your child, the joy of a wedding day or a battle endured and overcome.

A portrait depicts the humanity of a person in a moment in time. Even a centuries-old portrait can conjure up its subject and breathe life into a distant memory and brings to life a personality that would otherwise have vanished into obscurity.

A portrait is a cherished family heirloom and a priceless investment because of the joy it will give you and your family for generations.

The fact that we are able to view portraits from centuries ago is a testament to the institution of the craft of portraiture and an excellent reason why you may consider investing in a commission.

Contact me today, Gavin Bowyer – Fine Art & Portraiture, for a quote: 07592 779968 or gavinbowyer45@gmail.com

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