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The activities focus on following the five ways to wellbeing:
l Connect
l Be Active
l Take Notice
l Keep Learning l Give
The sessions are open to individuals or underserved groups, or those who need that extra bit of support or confidence to access nature and face barriers to getting outdoors.
Activities are free to attend, with free transport places offered, and are open to people experiencing social isolation, loneliness or poor mental health. Participants can be referred by their GP or mental health team, or community groups or individuals and families can refer themselves.
In the first six months of the new scheme, CPAN has empowered almost 350 people to participate in 60 sessions.
Community Engagement Officer, Deborah Woods, said: “It’s been so rewarding to see people grow in confidence by participating in the CPAN programme. Helping people who were often struggling to get out of the house to gain confidence and skills and explore new horizons across Lancashire and the Forest of Bowland.
“Whether participants are struggling with anxiety, or recovering from injuries or other health setbacks, the CPAN programme can provide a foundation for improving mental and often physical health.
“By gently stretching participants beyond their comfort zones within a safe and supportive environment, the sessions help people rediscover their confidence and overcome anxieties, connect with friends in the community, learn new skills or overcome other barriers to getting outdoors.”
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