Partnership Working
Just Friends
Partner / Facilitator feedback
“The wellbeing course last year was excellent. Just Friends’ members were provided with a practical wellbeing toolkit, offered emotional support to deal with loss, and shown some very effective strategies to cope with loneliness. The sessions were delivered in a nurturing, supportive way and included practical, hands‑on exercises intended to develop healthy self‑care habits. The course helped build not only a strong sense of self, but also a real sense of community. I would definitely recommend it to others – Maria and Nicole are incredibly professional, down to earth, and above all, kind.”
– Frederick Smith, Founder/CEO Just Friends
RISE (Refuge, Information, Support and Education)
“I really appreciated this time together. It’s come at the right time for us… we especially loved all the creativity.” – Parent
Staff member feedback
“It was a privilege to be part of such an incredible group. The children and parents felt safe and comfortable to share and to have some fun while learning new techniques… the course had such an impact, and meant so much to them all.”
“It was lovely to see the children and parents relax, engage, and have fun while learning new techniques. You both created such a safe, supportive space.”
“It was such a joy to see the children mix so naturally and engage so fully. The session was delivered in such a warm and thoughtful way, and it was clear that both children and parents felt safe, comfortable, able to share, and have fun whilst learning new techniques.” Lara – Group Facilitator, RISE
HAF parents
“So struck by the thoughtfulness and attention to detail – everything was done so beautifully and with such depth, yet so gentle and light… bellissima!”
“The sessions gave my son a window of calm during the school day… he’s learnt skills to manage anxiety in the future.” – Kelly, Parent
Refugee Buddy Project (Ukrainian Refugees)
Organisational endorsement Refugee Buddy Project
“Wellbeing course delivered by the brilliant Wellbody Wellmind Wellbeing team, reminding everyone that self‑care is essential, and that you all deserve to receive the best support too. We strongly recommend contacting Wellbody Wellmind Wellbeing for more information on their fantastic supportive groupwork programmes.”
Just Friends
Partner / Facilitator feedback
“JUST FRIENDS” are always seeking collaboration with organisations that help further it’s cause and we have found an excellent one in Wellbodywellmindwellbeing who have worked so hard with us in providing a needy service to those living alone. Not only have we enjoyed past success but intend to work with them again, and again, in the future. Their dedicated team are a tribute to the Charity Sector. Our members all speak very highly of their presentation and dedication.
– Frederick Smith, Founder/CEO Just Friends
3VA (Voluntary Action in Eastbourne, Lewes & Wealden)
“Many thanks again for the absolutely wonderful session last week, it was just right in every way and really appreciated by every person I have spoken to since. What a beautiful and memorable experience to live, together with this group of people, and yourselves.” – Ariane Plumley
