Julie wanted to meet new people, experience new activities and learn new skills. Shirebrook Get Together provided just that.
She was motivated by the opportunity to connect with others while also “meeting new people and learning new skills.”
Through attending the sessions, Julie feels the group has had a positive impact on her confidence and social life.
It has given us more confidence and we have enjoyed making new friends.”
Being actively involved in the creative sessions has helped her feel more engaged and open to others.
Julie believes the creative element is central to what makes the group work.
She says
[the group] felt different because by taking part we get involved and learn new activities and also mix with new people.”
For her, the shared activities create a natural way to connect:
Having the interest and enjoying the various activities offered that makes it easier to connect with other people and make new friends.”
SGT has provided Julie not only new experiences and skills, but also greater confidence and meaningful new friendships.
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