Phoenix Heroes Activities Cymru CIC deliver free diversionary group activities in a safe environment for individuals who recognise their drug and/or alcohol use has become problematic including those with co-occurring mental health challenges, known as dual diagnosis. Academic research and evidence based practise has shown, when used adjunctively with specialist clinical support, diversionary acti
vities have a positive impact and a lasting effect on individuals engaged in recovery in many areas, for example:
* Reduce feelings of isolation. * Combat loneliness. * Reduce stigma & self-stigma. * Sense of belonging in the company of like-minded non-judgemental others in a safe environment. * Social connection. * Develop healthy relationships. * Meet new people. * Encourage teamwork. * Sense of camaraderie. * Reduce boredom. * Build resilience. * Re-engage with community. * Learn new skills. * Increase self-worth, self-esteem & self-confidence. * Physical exercise. * Fresh air. * Meaningful reason to leave home/accommodation. * Engage in something different. * Gain practical experience. * Improve health & wellbeing. * Add structure to the day. * Enhance CV. * Reduce risk of lapse/relapse. * Reduce risk of criminality. * Reduce risk of re-offending. * Reduce risk of homelessness. * Enhance basic life skills. * Aid/maintain recovery journey. * Have fun. * Develop social skills. * Re-connect with society. * Feel valued by self & others. * Develop independence. * Sense of fulfilment, achievement, accomplishment. * Engagement in rewarding meaningful and therapeutic activities whilst bonding with others. The ultimate goal is to contribute to healthier and happier outcomes for individuals, their families, loved ones, local communities and society as a whole.
