Oakleaf Enterprise - Making Life Work With Mental Illness

“Oakleaf is such a friendly and inclusive place to be. At times, when I have been struggling with my mental wellbeing the staff have been really supportive”
“I have felt supported by Oakleaf through a difficult period”
“Oakleaf helps with my mental positivity and physical mobility. It helps me to relax more around people”
“Oakleaf has given me new interests and a reason to go out”
“Oakleaf has improved my confidence at work and is preparing my future career as a gardener”
“Since being at Oakleaf, I feel it has improved my anxiety and confidence”
“Oakleaf is a reason to get out of bed, it’s given me the confidence to try new things and learn new skills”
“I have felt less isolated and gained confidence”
“My time at Oakleaf has meant so much more to me than learning to upholster furniture. I have made some good friends and learnt that it is okay to talk about how I am feeling”
“Oakleaf has saved me and allowed me to get out one day a week, that keeps me going and I don’t want to leave. I consider Oakleaf my sanctuary!”
"Oakleaf is a valuable venture and so needed. I would miss the life that Oakleaf helps me to live”

What We Do

Courses in IT, Upholstery, and Garden Maintenance help our clients gain new skills and qualifications.

Designed to build confidence, physical health and wellbeing whilst reducing isolation and loneliness.

Clients have access to counselling sessions with BACP registered counsellors to aid their recovery.

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