Crisis Skylight Birmingham are delivering a mix of in person and remote learning courses for our members. Most of the courses are tailored to individual needs but some group activities/start dates will be tailored based on referral responses. This is a dynamic programme, and we will be changing/adding courses in response to member needs and lockdown measures. Courses will be delivered via a variety of mediums including messaging apps, video conferencing apps, telephone calls, email, post and face to face. We will do all we can to ensure our members are not digitally excluded. /// If you have any queries, please email us at birmingham@crisis.org.uk /// Please note - while on the timetable, the classes are scheduled on a specific day, they can be delivered on any day or time convenient to each member.
Outdoor English for Learning and Life
Join Marc and other Crisis members, learning English together and a variety of outdoor venues
Maths Outdoors for Learning and Life
Join Marc and other Crisis members for Maths at various outdoor venues.
Come and join Eve and fellow members for a chilled out informal social time, get used to seeing people in person again.
We would love to see you if you can make it.
Meeting every fortnight from 12 July 2021 at a local cafe in Digbeth
Please contact eve.linnington@crisis.org.uk for more details and address of the venue
Join Danielle on location at the Grand Union Canal to tend a herbal garden and create edible treats
During the six week course, our female members will get to
Course starts 24 June at 10:30am
Please contact Danielle.Phelps@crisis.org.uk for more details and to sign up
*** This course is for women only - This is an inclusive space for all women (trans, intersex and cis) and non-binary and gender variant people
that identify with a women’s group. Self-definition is at the sole discretion of that individual ***
Join us in an exploration of self-compassion. During the eight-week programme, we will look at how we currently practice self-compassion and to begin thinking of ways we could become more self-compassionate.
Self-compassion is defined as an emotional skill that helps us to be kind and understanding to ourselves in times of suffering, failure, or when we feel inadequate. Self-compassion helps us increase resiliency; being kind and caring toward ourselves rather than being critical and judgmental, allowing us feel connected to others when we suffer, rather than feeling isolated and alone.
We will explore:
•What self-compassion is and isn’t
•How to enhance mindfulness with self-compassion
•Ways to motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism
•Techniques for handling difficult emotions with greater ease
Our next round of book club is due to start on Tuesday 6th July from 12-1pm and will run fortnightly for five sessions at least.
Each member should have a good level of English - at least level 1. They do not have to be particularly confident at reading however, we take it at a nice slow pace of approximately 2 chapters a week and the whole idea of book club is to increase confidence, social interaction, and wellbeing - it is not a test on the book.
We are hoping to do it in person come July but the option for zoom is there for now in case we cannot
The book club is particularly aimed at members who are socially isolated and want to improve their confidence and networking, discussion skills and wellbeing. It presents Opportunities for meeting new people, and to discuss topics of mutual interest.
The next book up will be 'The Salt path' by Raynor Winn "an honest and life-affirming true story of coming to terms with grief and the healing power of the natural world. Ultimately, it is a portrayal of home, and how it can be lost, rebuilt, and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways" (Waterstones review)
Marc will be running a series of six 1 hour sessions in June/July looking at the topic of Formula Negative Number and Money;
Improve your language skills with Marc during this six week course
Join Marc for six sessions of creative writing leading to the performing and recording of an audio drama.
Create your own digital photography portfolio whilst learning how to play with reflections, shadows and repetitive patterns. All sessions are delivered by Danielle on Zoom within a small relaxed group where participants can discuss and share photos whilst being inspired.
No prior experience needed. All levels welcome!!
Participants will need their own camera phone
For more info & interest contact danielle.phelps@crisis.org.uk
Please note - while on the timetable, the classes are scheduled on a specific day, they can be delivered on any day or time convenient to each member.
1:1 Goal setting based on individual’s creative interests. Previous sessions have included developing a craft skill, making art for your home, creating a digital photography portfolio or setting up a creative business. All levels and interests welcome.
Please note - while on the timetable, the classes are scheduled on a specific day, they can be delivered on any day or time convenient to each member.
Leanne is delivering face to face Tenancy Skills sessions to our members in small groups on site at Rhubarb
The course helps clients understand how to find a rented home and provides comprehensive learning around vital tenancy management skills.
It covers housing options, rights and responsibilities, living on a limited budget, looking after a property and managing relationships with landlords and house mates.
The training is delivered to our members in an interactive and accessible way, with each topic having clear learning outcome
Get to know the differences between Social Housing and Private Rented Sector Housing.
Know Tenant & Landlord rights & responsibilities
Understanding Tenancy Agreements
Learning about the eviction process
