Some of you will know us very well and some of you won’t have realised we are here. We have been growing steadily and thought it was time to introduce ourselves….
The Place opened its doors officially in September 2021 on Commercial Courtyard in Settle. We are a charity with the aim of being a health & wellbeing hub for the local community. The idea for the charity was born in 2020 by a group of people already involved in health and wellbeing provision who were passionate about creating somewhere in Settle that local people of all ages could access for support, information and advice. As well as what we offer here at The Place, we also work very closely with other charities and organisations creating new ways to support local residents.
We are open on Commercial Courtyard (opposite Ruchee) on weekdays, where you will receive a warm welcome from Louise, Ruth or one of our lovely volunteers. We are here to offer information and signposting services and we can let you know about local volunteering opportunities and information. We have a space for health related support and activities as well as a free public access computer. We can offer printing for a small charge and have two rooms available for hire – a therapy room ideal for 1:1 sessions, and our larger activity room for groups and meetings.
We have recently been awarded the role of Community Anchor Organisation for the Settle area by North Yorkshire Council. A function of this is to develop and strengthen local networks, listen to those living and working in our community and share information. If you are interested in finding out more about what we are involved with, please follow us on our Facebook page or ask to be added to our mailing list – info@theplaceinsettle.org.uk
In December last year we had the pleasure of a visit from the High Sheriff of North Yorkshire, Clare Granger. Part of her role is to visit rural communities and chat to local charities and organisations. In February we were delighted to hear that we were being presented an award for great and valuable service to the community.
We run or host many different sessions here at The Place, please pop in and say hello and pick up a timetable of events. Here’s an introduction to some of them….
Digital Drop-In – This runs every Monday 12-2pm and you can pop in with any tech query from Mobile phone support to laptop/tablet issues. We can also help with accessing the NHS App and much more. If we don’t know the answer we will signpost you to someone who does!
Wellbeing Cafe – Our Wellbeing Cafe Drop-In is on Tuesdays 2-4pm at Settle Victoria Hall in their wonderful cafe space. This is open to all and anyone can come along. We have a mixture of activities available – art, board games and puzzles. We run this with Pioneer Projects and staff are on hand to provide support and a listening ear to anyone who would like to chat or needs support with their mental health. We can signpost and support with more focused help where needed.
Here’s one we finished earlier! We would love any donations of puzzles for the group.
Homestart – Homestart Craven is a charity that supports families with children under the age of 5 years. They run a Mama Meet group at The Place every Monday, with activities ranging from baby calm and paediatric first aid to craft.
“We offer our parents safe, fun and non-judgemental support with an emphasis on developing supportive peer relationships with sessions run by our coordinator and supported by volunteers. The sessions include a substantial lunch and someone to hold baby if necessary! We are delighted to say that our group is currently full.”
If you are interested please pop into The Place to check if any spaces have become available.
Horton Housing – Horton Housing run a drop-in service here in Settle twice a month on Tuesdays 1-3pm. They can help anyone with queries ranging from homelessness and benefits to mental health and budgeting. You don’t need an appointment, you can just drop in, they would love to see you. If you don’t find them at The Place after 2pm they will have joined us at Victoria Hall for the Wellbeing Cafe so come on down!
Citizens Advice – We host an advisor from Citizens Advice on the first Monday of the month. Appointments must be booked through The Place, call us or pop in.
Age UK – Wednesdays are Age UK days at The Place with Coffee and Chat in the morning and movement to music in the afternoon every other week. There are also a couple of other groups running at The Place in partnership with Age UK and other organisations; a Cancer Support group that runs on the 1st Monday of every month 10.30 – 11.45am and ‘Better Days’ Pain and Chronic Fatigue peer support group running on the 1st Wednesday of the month 1-2pm. Pop in to The Place for more information about these sessions.
Selfa – Selfa are a local Children’s charity who run a parenting group at The Place. This group runs on Fridays 9.30-11am. “Come and join us to navigate the bumpy road of parenting together, arrive after school drop off for tea and coffee.” All parents and carers are welcome. Please pop in to find out what other Selfa groups are available.
In addition to the activities and events we have on, we support the health and wellbeing delivery for the residents of Settle and District, hosting various sessions including the Mental Health Coach and Social Prescriber from Townhead once a week as an alternative to attending at the GP Surgery. Plus Horizons substance misuse service.
We also host private counsellors and mindfulness sessions, please pop in for further information, checkout our website www.theplaceinsettle.org.uk or give us a call 01729 824868.
