Community
As a Bognor Regis-based project, The Haven is dedicated to fostering community wellbeing and providing a comforting refuge for individuals seeking support, a listening ear, or simply a peaceful escape. “To build spaces of care, love, freedom, creativity and justice in our community"
Helping all people feeling socially isolated and needing community connections
We are open to all during the week with informal Renew Wellbeing sessions on a Monday and Friday where the public can come in and take part in craft initiatives ‘knit and natter’, jigsaws and have a relaxed coffee and chat.
“I've been so anxious. Being here today has really helped.”
Community-Centered Wellbeing
The Haven offers a diverse range of activities that focus on the five ways to wellbeing: Connect, Take Notice, Be Active, Keep Learning, and Give. These activities provide vital support for individuals' mental and emotional wellbeing, fostering connections, and creating a sense of community. Some of the activities include:
- Wellbeing Sessions:
"Attending the wellbeing sessions at The Haven has truly helped me find peace in my busy life." - Sarah, Participant
- Art Wellbeing Workshops:
"The art wellbeing workshops at The Haven allowed me to express myself in ways I never thought possible. A truly transformative experience." - Alex, Participant
- Support Group Meetings:
"The support group meetings at The Haven have shown me that I am not alone in my struggles. It's a place where I feel heard and supported." - Mark, Participant
- Fitness and wellbeing groups, including Table Tennis!
"Table Tennis means to me so many things, ie laughing together, exercising, teamwork, something to look forward to, friendships, staying active in old age etc!"
- Social gatherings to reduce social isolation amongst all ages.
- The Shore Cafe: At the heart of The Haven is The Shore Cafe, a contemporary and comfortable space that hosts many of the center's activities. It serves as a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals can come together over teas, coffees, and light lunches, all at affordable prices.
“To all the volunteers who have shown me such kindness and patience since my first visit in March. You have no idea what a difference my Friday mornings have made to my confidence and self-esteem .... they have changed an isolated, withdrawn old lady into one who feels ready to face the world”
