What We OfferSupport

Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors, we're excited to offer a friendly and inviting space to connect with others.

What to Expect:

• Complimentary Drinks: Enjoy refreshments from us.

• Special Lunch Menu: Purchase a delicious meal from Launchpad or bring your own.

• Easy Access: We can arrange transport for you (subject to availability) at a subsidised rate. Please book a week in advance.

Date and Time:

Every Monday 11.00am - 1.00pm except bank holidays

Location:

Seachange, East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF

Cost:

No charge, donations are always appreciated.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Wednesdays 11am - 3pm A welcoming space to meet and make friends, where you’re welcome to eat a packed lunch, work on crafts or bring games to share!

11am Curiosity Hour Discover objects of curiosity with Exmouth Museum & Heritage Centre

12pm - 2pm Soup of the Day with sensational sourdough bread from fellow Exmouth newbies Duck Bakery Limited (vegan friendly)

Hearing Loss Friendly

Location:

Salvation Army Hall, Shepherd’s Row EX8 1PW (Opposite Exmouth Museum)

Cost:

No charge to attend, £2 for tea/coffee and biscuits

The Hope Programme is a free course that helps you to manage your health & wellbeing and to explore what is important to you. Hope stands for Helping Overcome Problems Effectively.

• Gain valuable tools to navigate challenges and improve your overall well-being.

• Explore what truly matters to you and set goals for a fulfilling life.

• Connect with others who share similar experiences and build a supportive network.

For information on available courses or to register your interest in a particular topic please follow the QR code, or contact your HOPE coordinator on:

Phone: 01395 446896

Email: kate.harrison@seachangedevon.org

Website: https://myhealth-devon.nhs.uk/...

Cost:

There is no charge for participating

Join us in creating a happier, healthier more connected community.

Our Health and Wellbeing programme brings people together through a variety of fun and engaging activities. Designed with your needs in mind, these activities are a fantastic way to:

• Connect with others and reduce feelings of isolation.

• Improve your physical and mental health.

• Learn new skills and hobbies.

• Make a positive impact on your community.

Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work to offer a range of activities tailored to different needs, including:

• Older adults

• Isolated individuals

• People with long-term health conditions

• Individuals with disabilities

• Those living unhealthy lifestyles

• People struggling with mental health issues

Some of the activities we offer include:

• Community allotments

• Seated exercise classes

• Health and nature walks

• Cycling initiatives

• Craft groups

Our team is based in Budleigh but serves a wider area. To learn more or get involved, contact our coordinators at Help@seachangedevon.org

Sarah Forde, Kate Harrison,Katheryn Hope

Let's work together to build a healthier, happier community.

We have a dedicated team of volunteers who provide transport to those who need it. Volunteers can collect you using the Seachange minibus, or car or use their vehicles. All volunteers have undergone full DBS checks, are fully insured and have been inducted in safeguarding policies. Our vehicle can be specially adapted to carry wheelchairs.

The transport can be used for any wellbeing activity throughout the areas of Woodbury, Exmouth, Budleigh and surrounding villages. That may be but not limited to exercise classes or medical appointments. We can also provide transport to RDE Exeter.

The service is supported by donations given to the driver or Seachange reception.

The service is brilliantly organised by Tracey. Registration is requested upon first use of the service so we can best attend to your needs.

Join our Onion Group and drop in for a cuppa and unload. This informal group talks, chats and laughs through their experiences when participants feel the need. Very much looking on the bright side of life this group regularly go out for meals but builds relationships and trust.

The onion represents the layers of emotion shared through their experiences and new levels of happiness are found underneath.

Complimentary refreshments are provided.

Date and Time:

1st and 3rd Monday of the month 15:30-16:30

Cost:

Free

One to one signposting offered by the Seachange Team

Avoid getting to crisis point and contact us to see if we can signpost you to the benefit help you are entitled to and deserve.

Call us on 01395 446986, pop into Seachange or email help@seachangedevon.org

We work with over a hundred other organisations, groups and charities to bring support to our community.

Here are just a few:

• Exeter Community Energy
• The Fryer Welfare Trust
• Budleigh Relief in Need
• Exmouth Friends in Need
• Open Door
• Budleigh Community Workshop
• Exmouth Food Bank
• Waffle
• Westbank
• Devon Carers
  

A space for people with chronic pain to meet others, share experiences, and learn ways to move forward positively.

Facilitated by Doctors, each session will involve:

• Information & guidance
• Q & A
• Peer support
• Fitness
• Refreshments

Date and Time:

6-week course starting from Tuesday 11th of February 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location:

Seachange, East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF

Cost:

Free of charge

Booking is not open yet please email help@seachangedevon.org to get on the waiting list

Peer support is a practical social & emotional exchange between people with shared experiences.

This group is ideal for anyone with a diabetes diagnosis, including pre and newly diagnosed individuals

Date and Time:

Join us on the last Thursday of every month, starting 30/01/2025.

Location:

Seachange, East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF

Cost:

Free of charge as funded by the Budleigh Salterton Lions.

Donations for refreshments are appreciated.

Refresh Carers Drop In is designed specifically for carers like you. Whether you need to connect with others, unwind in a peaceful space, or learn about new wellbeing therapies, we've got you covered.

Date and Time:

2.30 - 3.30pm

Tuesdays (1st in the month)

• 7th January
• 4th February
• 4th March

Wednesdays (3rd in the month)

• 18th December

Location:

Seachange, East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF

Cost:

Free of charge, donations for refreshments are appreciated.

Join us for a 12-week program where we'll explore a variety of stimulating activities, including:

• Discussion of past and present events
• Word games and puzzles
• Music and movement

Our small group setting provides a welcoming and friendly environment to connect with others and build lasting friendships.

Cost: £20 per session, payable weekly, including refreshments.

Location: Seachange Activity Club Room

To learn more or to enrol, please call 01395 446896 to speak with one of our trained Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) facilitators.

Struggling to make healthy meals on a budget? Our 6-week course is designed to help you cook delicious, nutritious meals without breaking the bank.

Course Details:

• When: Wednesdays, 29th January - 12th March (excluding 19th February)
• Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
• Where: Seachange, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF
• Cost: Only £18.00

What to expect:

• Batch cooking tips to save time and money
• Simple recipes to feed your family or freeze for later
• Budget-friendly meal ideas
• Practical skills to improve your cooking abilities

Book your spot now!

Email help@seachangedevon.org or phone 01395 446896 to book your place

Thanks to funding from the National Grid Community Matters team we can help with the purchase of energy saving items this winter i.e.

Blankets / Insulation / Warm Clothing /Slow Cookers

Due to limited funds, we can only offer one item per household

For more information and/or an application form please contact Seachange on 01395 446896.