The Calm Compass and Still Waves Project

Welcome to The Calm Compass and Still Waves Project at The Farming Mother

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Are you a parent or carer of a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or facing mental health challenges? If you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or isolated, know that you’re not alone. The pressures of caregiving can weigh heavily, leaving little room for self-care or connection. But it doesn’t have to be this way. 

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Experience Renewal Through Year-Long Restorative Workshops

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The Calm Compass and Still Waves Project is designed specifically for individuals like you. We are offering a year-long project of individual workshops and sessions focused on restorative, nature-based practices that empower and uplift. Each day-long event immerses you in a gentle, nurturing environment where you can rejuvenate while learning practical tools to navigate the daily challenges of caregiving.

We are also offering shorter bitesize sessions as we understand that sometimes a whole day can be not only too much for you as an individual but also be challenging for those with parental and caregiving responsibilities. 

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What We Offer:

- Mindful Walks: Reconnect with nature while fostering peace and clarity.
- Yoga Sessions: Engage in gentle movements that relieve stress and promote relaxation.
- Creative Arts Workshops: Harness the power of creativity as a therapeutic outlet for emotions and expression.
- Animal Therapy: Enjoy the comfort and companionship of animals, providing warmth and joy.
- NLP Techniques and Resilience-Building: Discover strategies to manage challenging situations and develop a resilient mindset.
-Meals to nourish you and your soul that have being lovingly created just for you.  

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A Safe Haven for Connection and Growth

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At The Farming Mother, we understand the difficulties you face, long NHS waiting times, delayed diagnoses, and a lack of sufficient support only add to the burden. Our workshops are meticulously designed based on feedback from individuals like you, aiming to create a safe, nurturing space where you can find respite, community, and practical help.

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Here, you’ll connect with other parents and carers who truly understand your daily struggles. You’ll no longer feel isolated but part of a supportive network that fosters shared experiences and understanding.

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Transform Your Journey, Strengthen Your Family

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Our sessions are more than just workshops; they are a lifeline that prioritises your well-being in a restorative setting. Participants consistently leave feeling re-energised, equipped with the tools to better manage caregiving responsibilities and connected to a robust support network. This is not a parental course you do t need to learn how to parent, it’s a supportive programme to give you tangible support that understands the struggles you face and ensure you are supported, because you are a priority too, your wellbeing, physical and mental health is a priority too, we navigate a demanding environment daily and we need support around us.

The outcomes are profound: improved mental health, reduced feelings of isolation, and increased confidence. These benefits extend beyond the individual to foster more resilient family dynamics, easing the burden on local services and enabling some parents to return to work or pursue volunteering opportunities.

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Let’s Thrive Together

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This project is about creating lasting change, not just for you as a caregiver but for your entire family. By participating, you’re joining a movement that seeks to empower families, ensuring that you feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way. 

Through grant funding, we are committed to making our workshops accessible and impactful. This enables us to cover essential costs, ensuring broad participation and a continued focus on meeting the needs of overstretched carers.