Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service

13/04/2026

We currently have availability across our peer support services 💬

If you think you would benefit, or are supporting someone who could benefit from our service, please consider referring:

📍 Amber Valley – 2–4 week wait
📍 South Derbyshire – 2–4 week wait
📍 Erewash – No waiting list

Please feel free to share across your pages and with your contacts 💙

All details are on the poster attached!

10/04/2026

Groups at The Croft🌷📸

09/04/2026

08/04/2026

✨ New Group Launch – Cosy Craft Club Swadlincote ✨

Looking for a relaxed, friendly space to get creative? Come join our Cosy Craft Club! 🧶🎨

🚀 Starting: April 15th
📍 Where: P3 Office, 12 Hill Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8HL
🗓️ When: Every other Wednesday
⏰ Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm

This is a peer-led craft group for anyone aged 18+, with no previous art experience needed 💛
Come along to try something new, enjoy a warm cup of tea, and meet new people in a welcoming, cosy environment ☕✨

Whether you're a complete beginner or just fancy a creative morning, we'd love to see you there!

07/04/2026

💙 Adult Autism Support Groups – High Peak 💙

Looking for a safe, understanding space to connect with others? The Adult Autism Support Groups are here for you.

These friendly, welcoming sessions offer a chance to share experiences, build connections, and access support in a relaxed environment 🌿

📍 Glossop – Every 2nd & 4th Monday
📍 New Mills – Every 1st & 3rd Thursday
📍 Buxton – Every 2nd & 4th Thursday

✨ Open to adults (18+)
✨ Peer support & understanding
✨ No pressure – just come as you are

You don’t have to navigate things alone. Come along and be part of a supportive community. No diagnosis needed 💛

All information on the posters below, but please do not hesitate to get in touch with Lucian on lucian@zink.org.uk

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06/04/2026

🌿 Drop-In Mental Health & Wellbeing Sessions 🌿

Need a space to pause, talk, or just take a breather? Our drop-in wellbeing sessions are here for you 💛

No booking needed – just come along whenever you feel ready.

✨ A relaxed, welcoming environment
✨ Friendly, supportive conversations
✨ Practical tools and coping techniques
✨ A chance to connect with others

Whether you're having a tough day or simply want to focus on your wellbeing, you’re always welcome here.

🫶 Take a moment for yourself – you deserve it.

02/04/2026

📣NEW VENUES📣
Create & Chat Matlock are relocating! From next week, Create and Chat will be moving to the Hurst Farm estate in Matlock!

Evening Session -
Starting Tuesday 7th April: Hurst Farm Community Centre

Day Session:
Starting Friday 10th April: Farmers View

All details are on the posters below, but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in contact.

01/04/2026

🤕 Stress Awareness Month🤕

Since 1992, April has been dedicated to Stress Awareness Month. But why do we have a whole month for it?

Modern life is faster and more demanding than ever. In the UK, a staggering 74% of adults have felt so stressed at some point that they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope.

Stress isn't just a bad day, if left unmanaged, it can lead to burnout, anxiety, and physical health issues like heart disease or high blood pressure.

The theme for 2026 is . Inspired by the idea that small, individual actions create a ripple effect.

This month is about moving from "knowing" to "doing". It’s a call to look at our habits, our workplaces, and our communities and ask:

➡ What small change can I make today to reduce the pressure?

Small changes look different for everyone. Whether it’s starting a gratitude journal, turning off work notifications at 5 PM, or simply taking three deep breaths before a meeting.

💭 What ideas do you have to "be the change" this month? 💭

Let us know in the comments below! 👇

01/04/2026

✨ Wellbeing Wednesday!✨

When you’re supporting someone through a mental health challenge, it’s easy to forget that you need support, too. Being a rock for someone else is exhausting work. If you don't set boundaries and check in with yourself, you risk burnout. This can leave you feeling drained, irritable, or even resentful.

‼️ Remember: taking care of yourself isn’t selfish; it’s what makes sustainable support possible. ‼️

Signs you might be reaching your limit:

🔅 You’re feeling constantly exhausted, even after sleep

🔅 You’re withdrawing from your own friends or hobbies

🔅 You feel a sense of dread when your phone rings

🔅 You’re neglecting your own physical health or routines

📸 Check out our infographic below for 4 key steps to protecting your wellbeing while you care for others.

Remember: You are a supporter, not a professional. You are doing your best, and that is enough.

Have you ever felt supporter burnout? What’s one thing you do to reclaim a bit of peace for yourself? Let’s share some tips in the comments. 👇

31/03/2026

Our fabulous Group Development Worker, Mark, has been talking all things MAP at the Bolsover Adults Education Centre this morning!

Map Link: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1V3Rj_vyQCpVdD_2cHQtdCh8TlIBCdMlj&ll=53.09505420461072%2C-1.5882106470003743&z=9&fbclid=IwY2xjawQ4il1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA3ZVRwcWxDaUg2UkpDM3Jtc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgbtFYZOPpJGDudyGBVJqm77I398ikXZ6WhbQ2ZE2IAfP_iOXAS9NqbDbcdX_aem_7Zabh3gnLP3V2R_rUAP1_Q

25/03/2026

✨Wellbeing Wednesday!✨

Ever felt a wave of anxiety, irritability, or brain fog hit out of nowhere? 💭It might not be just your head, it could be your blood sugar.

When we go too long without eating, our blood sugar drops. 📉This triggers a stress response in the body, releasing cortisol and adrenaline. For someone already managing a mental health condition, this internal alarm can feel exactly like a panic attack or a depressive dip. 😱

Managing your mood through food isn’t about being a master chef; it’s about consistency. Here are three ways to keep the "hangry" blues away:

⌛ The 3-Hour Check-In: Aim to eat something small every 3 to 4 hours. This keeps your glucose levels steady and prevents those sharp mood crashes.

🍎 Pair Your Carbs: If you have a snack (like an apple or crackers), try to add a bit of protein or fat (like peanut butter or cheese). This slows down energy absorption so you don't crash later.

🚨 The Emergency Stash: Keep a low-effort snack (like a cereal bar or a bag of nuts) in your bag or by your bed for days when your energy for cooking is at zero.

We know that when mental health is tough, even making toast can feel like a marathon...

1. On a scale of 1–10, how much do you notice your mood changing when you're hungry?

2. What is your "go-to" easy snack for those days when you just don't have the energy to cook?

Share your tips below! You might just give someone else the idea they need to get through their afternoon. 👇

19/03/2026

🎨 New Art & Wellbeing Sessions at The Croft 🌿

We’re excited to introduce a new biweekly Art & Wellbeing group, facilitated by Terri, at The Croft. These sessions gently combine creative activities, aromatherapy, and mindfulness to support your overall wellbeing.

Art can be a powerful way to explore and process emotions linked to stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. This group offers a relaxed, non-verbal and sociable space where you can express yourself creatively at your own pace – no experience or artistic ability needed.

✨ What to expect:
• A calming environment with natural essential oils
• A short grounding meditation to help settle the mind
• Time to explore your own creativity – from card making to scrapbooking and more
• Freedom to create in your own way – there’s no right or wrong

These evening sessions are open to both colleagues and clients and offer a great opportunity to experience the benefits of creative wellbeing.

📅 Next session: 26th March
📍 Location: The Croft

Come along, unwind, and enjoy the process of creating in a supportive space 💚

📩 Message us for more information or to book your place.