WATCH CIO

WATCH CIO Charity supporting adults 18+ in Somerset through peer support, creativity & community connection.

Last week, our members enjoyed a wonderful visit to Folly Farm in Dommett, near Chard.Due to the success of the visit, w...
23/06/2026

Last week, our members enjoyed a wonderful visit to Folly Farm in Dommett, near Chard.

Due to the success of the visit, we have another trip planned for Monday 29th June, from 10.30am–2.00pm, including travel.

This 34-acre traditionally managed farm, run in partnership with Somerset Wildlife Trust, focuses on educational access, health and wellbeing. During our visit, we enjoyed a guided walk and learned about hedging, native trees, and the wildlife that calls the farm home.

Folly Farm is a truly sustainable place where nothing goes to waste. Surrounded by nature, it provided a peaceful environment that encouraged mindfulness, relaxation, and connection.

Places are limited, so if you would like to join us, please get in touch to book your place by emailing [email protected] or please do ask one of the team.

20/06/2026

Free Webinar with Gabor Maté

Did you know that your lived experience could help someone else feel less alone?Peer support workers use their personal ...
18/06/2026

Did you know that your lived experience could help someone else feel less alone?

Peer support workers use their personal experiences and understanding to support others on their wellbeing journey. Whether through volunteering or paid employment, peer support is a rewarding way to promote connection, hope, and recovery within communities.

This Loneliness Awareness Week, discover how the power of connectedness can become a pathway to helping others.

Interested in learning more? Let's talk - https://watchproject.org.uk/lets-talk/

Join our free Wellbeing Course this July! Did you know that connectedness is one of the key pillars of wellbeing?Our cou...
17/06/2026

Join our free Wellbeing Course this July!

Did you know that connectedness is one of the key pillars of wellbeing?
Our course explores practical ways to improve wellbeing, strengthen relationships, build supportive networks, and create meaningful connections with others.

If you're looking to invest in your wellbeing and connect with others on a similar journey, we'd love to welcome you.

When? Tuesday, 7th July 2026,
Time: 10 am - 12.30 pm
Duration: Weekly for four weeks.

Go to https://watchproject.org.uk/events/ways-to-wellbeing-4-week-course/ for more information and to apply for your place.

Grief can be one of the loneliest experiences we face. Even when surrounded by others, it can feel as though no one trul...
16/06/2026

Grief can be one of the loneliest experiences we face. Even when surrounded by others, it can feel as though no one truly understands what you're going through.

Our Grief Support Hubs with Grief Specialists CIC offer a welcoming space to connect with others who are living with loss. Through conversation, understanding and shared experiences, many people find they feel less isolated, more supported, and part of a community that understands grief firsthand.

You don't have to carry grief alone. Join us this Thursday, 18th June from 1.45 pm at The Hive, Essex Close, Chard TA20 1RH.

At the start of Loneliness Awareness Week, we wanted to acknowledge that feeling lonely is something many of us experien...
15/06/2026

At the start of Loneliness Awareness Week, we wanted to acknowledge that feeling lonely is something many of us experience at different times in our lives. One of the most powerful ways to combat loneliness is through connection with others who understand.

That’s what we’re all about here at WATCH. Peer support brings people together through shared experiences, creating safe spaces to talk, listen and feel less alone. A simple conversation can make a big difference.

If you haven't been to WATCH before, why not start with our weekly Wellbeing Drop-In? Enjoy a free cuppa and a chat, meet others, explore ways to improve your wellbeing, and learn about local support and opportunities available to you. There’s no booking and no referral needed. Just turn up and join us.

Every Thursday
9.30am – 11.00am
Hive Youth Centre, Essex Close, Chard TA20 1RH

To find out more about WATCH visit our website www.watchproject.org.uk Our new website is being built right now!

We have launched a campaign to raise £30,000 for an accessible community minibus that will help people across Chard and ...
15/06/2026

We have launched a campaign to raise £30,000 for an accessible community minibus that will help people across Chard and the surrounding rural areas access activities, support services, education and opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach.

Thanks to a generous £14,000 grant from the Clothworkers’ Foundation, and support already received from the community, we are now over halfway towards our target, but we still need your help to get over the finish line.

The minibus will support people facing transport barriers, including those with disabilities, mental health challenges, carers, older people, young adults and others at risk of isolation.

It will also support local farmers who have joined the Blackdown Hills Network, helping to enhance educational opportunities for people of all ages on their land. We want to work with local groups and charities who may wish to use the minibus too, helping to break down transport barriers across our community.

If you can help, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you can donate funds, volunteer your time as a driver, assist with administration, contribute towards maintenance costs, or help us source a suitable vehicle, your support will make a real difference.

Donate today:
www.bit.ly/4cDGN34

To find out more or offer support, email [email protected].

Every donation, share and offer of support brings us one step closer to creating a community resource that will benefit Chard and the surrounding area for years to come. Please help us get Chard moving.

Sometimes the best plans need a little adapting!Yesterday's litter-picking adventure was washed out by the weather, but ...
12/06/2026

Sometimes the best plans need a little adapting!

Yesterday's litter-picking adventure was washed out by the weather, but that didn't stop the creativity at WATCH. Instead, our group got hands-on making their own pinecone and clay hedgehogs.

From outdoor conservation to indoor creation, it's all about learning new skills, spending time together and making the most of every opportunity.

We think our prickly new friends turned out pretty well! 🦔

What do you think of our hedgehog creations?

Two Free Online Courses Starting Next Week - Still Time to Book Your Place!Looking to invest in your wellbeing, build co...
05/06/2026

Two Free Online Courses Starting Next Week - Still Time to Book Your Place!

Looking to invest in your wellbeing, build confidence, or use your lived experience to support others?

We are pleased to be offering two free online programmes this June for adults aged 18+.

Peer Worker Development Programme
Starts: 10 June 2026
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm (Online via Zoom)

This course is designed for people with lived experience of mental health challenges who would like to support others, and also for those already working or volunteering in peer support roles. Participants will develop practical peer support skills, learn how to reflect safely on their own experiences, and receive ongoing support throughout the programme.

Inner Blue Sky
Starts: 9 June 2026
Duration: 4 weeks
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm (Online via Zoom)

This course is a gentle wellbeing journey focused on reconnecting with calm, confidence and clarity. Topics include understanding stress responses, building self-compassion, developing resilience, exploring personal growth and creating a positive vision for the future.

Both programmes are free to attend and delivered online, making them accessible wherever you are.

To find out more and register your interest:
Email: [email protected]
Call: 07907 506314

Many thanks to our wonderful volunteer, Sue Cunningham, who came in yesterday to do leaf printing with our members.Sue n...
05/06/2026

Many thanks to our wonderful volunteer, Sue Cunningham, who came in yesterday to do leaf printing with our members.

Sue not only brought along leaves and ferns of all shapes and sizes, but also provided frames that helped turn the finished pieces into something truly special.

Sue is incredibly creative and is always coming up with new ideas for members to enjoy at the art table. We are very grateful for everything she does.

This Volunteers’ Week, why not do something amazing and volunteer with us? Whether you have activities or crafts you'd like to share, would enjoy supporting our members on trips, or simply want to lend a listening ear, there are a wide range of opportunities available.

Find out more here: https://watchproject.org.uk/volunteer/

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