It has been shown that daily contact with nature is linked to better health. Researchers have found that environments rich in wildlife, and increasing people’s contact with them, resulted in:

Improvements to health through increased physical activity
Reductions in stress and anxiety.
Increased positive mood and self-esteem.
A better and healthier social life.

At Lindengate, we support young people and adults with common mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and stress. We also run a programme for people living with dementia and memory loss.

Wellbeing & Nature Course (10 weeks)

Our 10 week Wellbeing and Nature Course uses seasonal nature based activities, including conservation, crafts and arts, to help people to build resilience and improve their wellbeing. This course is designed for adults aged 18+ who are experiencing mild to moderate depression, low mood, anxiety or struggling to return to work. Based in our 6 acre gardens and nature reserve we will support you to learn new skills, build confidence and connect with new people in a safe, inclusive environment.

Group Size: Maximum 6 people
Session times: 3 hours once a week (Wednesday mornings 9:30-12:30). Next course runs starts on Wednesday 10th January 2024.
Duration: 10 weeks
Cost: Each session costs £28 but bursaries are available to cover this cost. Please just ask!

Download referral form here.

Or sign up online.

Memory Pathways

Memory Pathways is for anyone living with memory loss, or mild to moderate dementia and their carers. The group provides the opportunity to meet up with people in similar situations to enjoy nature based activities, make new friends, have a relaxing and stimulating time and get support.

At each session, there are seasonal nature based activities, arts and crafts, singing, reminiscing, poetry and more.

Session times: 1st, 3rd and last Fridays of the month (10:30-12:30)
Duration: Ongoing
Cost: Each session costs £5 per person

Do you live in Chesham or Amersham and would you like to attend a Memory Pathways session? Would you need support with transport to come along? The Chilterns Dial-A-Ride offers free transport to eligible people to attend the sessions.

Please contact Lindengate for initial enquiries by email referrals@lindengate.org.uk or call 01296 622443

Wellbeing Pathways Programme

This programme is designed for people feeling socially isolated and/or are experiencing mild to moderate depression, low mood, anxiety or stress or are struggling to return to work after a period of sick leave. The programme is focused on preventing serious mental illness and recovery. Through seasonal nature based activities, including conservation, kitchen & formal gardening and nature based crafts and arts, we support anyone to build resilience and maintain positive wellbeing.

We ensure the person’s needs are met during the stages of their development with goal setting and assessments. Benefits include increased skills and confidence. People often choose to move on to our peer supported volunteering programme ‘Through the Gate’.

Group Size: Maximum 6 people
Session times: 3 hours once a week (Wednesday/ Thursday afternoons 1:15-4:15pm)
Duration: 6-12 months/ ongoing
Cost: Sessions cost from £28 but grants are available to cover this cost. Please just ask!

Download referral form here.

Budz

Weekly programme over 6 weeks, using nature to support natural growth, increase resilience and improve wellbeing, in our gardens & Nature Reserve. Please complete a Referral Form.

Women’s Wellbeing Group

For adults, taking place every month, offering a safe and relaxing environment, to build resilience and improve wellbeing. Please complete a Registration Form.

Nature Connection

Tailored sessions for groups, to support specific team needs. Nature based activities, involving bushcrafts, heritage skills and conservation, enabling your wellbeing to benefit from a stronger connection with nature, whilst learning new techniques and skills that can then be used in any setting. Please complete a Registration Form.

Through The Gate – Supported Volunteering

Your opportunity to volunteer at Lindengate, with peer support from other volunteers. Meet new friends, working together to support the environment and Lindengate’s 5 acre gardens, while benefitting from the natural surroundings. Please complete an Apprentice Volunteer Form.

Programmes