Nourish – cookery for better mental health- Places filled
About this event
Join us for our Nourish course which explores the many ways that cookery can support better mental health – building up routine and feelings of confidence, getting creative with flavours, eating healthier snacks & meals and connecting with others around our shared dining table.
Who’s this for? This course is for people living with a mental health problem. We will prioritise those with a serious mental health diagnosis such as bipolar or schizophrenia, and those for whom their mental health substantially affects their day to day activities.
Course structure:
We’ll spend six sessions (one session per week) at the Community Kitchen focusing on:
- Learning and improving knife and kitchen skills
- Gaining knowledge of flavours and ingredients
- Discussing the connection between what we eat and how we feel in a focused session with our Nutritionist
- Cooking quick and no-cook tasty meals which save time and avoid the costs of using your oven
- Growing in experience and confidence using low-cost ingredients, limited equipment and batch cooking
- One of these sessions will involve a visit to a local community garden or other community food project (season/ weather permitting)
Dates:
- Tuesday 3rd October 10.30am-1.30pm
- Tuesday 10th October 10.30am-1.30pm
- Tuesday 17th October 10.30am-1.30pm
- Tuesday 31st October 10.30am-1.30pm
- Tuesday 7th November 10.30am-1.30pm
- Tuesday 14th November 10.30am-1.30pm
What previous participants said about the Nourish course: “Excellent course which challenged my taste buds in a positive way.” “I will recommend this course, its a good atmosphere where you can learn new recipes and skills, and meet new people.” “Good recipes, great teaching and supportive volunteers.”
This project is funded by NHS Brighton and Hove CCG/ Sussex Health & Care Partnership.
Application instructions
To apply:
Please complete the form below to apply for a space on this course. If your application is successful we will respond to you around 2 weeks before the start of the course.
Please be sure to check your spam folder when looking out for a reply from us about your application.
Cost: We ask for a £5 donation per session (suggested), depending what you can afford. Speak to us if cost is a barrier. Payments can be made in cash at each session.
For any questions contact:
Callum Chapman, Project Support
The Community Kitchen, 113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG
info@bhfood.org.uk / 01273 234810 / 07936 360 592
