Lancaster Men’s Group Taking a Different Approach

Lancaster Men’s Group Taking a Different Approach

Last Friday’s men’s group took a break from the normal format of their group and went to play some pool and snooker. Gareth said: “Lancaster’s Men’s Group wanted to run the group in a different way…they decided to go for a game of pool.”...
Tackling Weeds & Stigma at the Same Time

Tackling Weeds & Stigma at the Same Time

Some of our guys were out in the community again helping with gardening at a Retirement Home in Buckshaw Village, Chorley. Fantastic work from all the volunteers involved, helping to break down stigma. Glenn, who lead the project, said “Brilliant day, giving...
Discussing the Approaches & Impact of Peer Led Services

Discussing the Approaches & Impact of Peer Led Services

Recently, Peter Yarwood and Emma Daggers represented Red Rose Recovery and the Lancashire User Forum at a gathering of peer led organisations from all across the UK, organised by a London University. The event was aimed at compiling a report that explores the...
The Secret Life of Prisons

The Secret Life of Prisons

Earlier this year, we took part in the production of a podcast called The Secret Life of Prisons produced by www.wearestraightline.com In a 4 part special, Peter Yarwood shared some of his experiences with his time in prison and the Criminal Justice System along with...