MENTAL WEALTH: cross-generation holistic therapy

by Unity Lewes CIC in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Total raised £2,938

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Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 24th January 2025 at 3:48pm

Contribute to a 3-year project for mental health support for 400+ vulnerable older people & neurodivergent young people in and around Lewes

by Unity Lewes CIC in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom

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MENTAL WEALTH

Cross-generation holistic therapy

WHAT WE'RE FUNDRAISING FOR

Mental Wealth is a major three-year project bringing together and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of two usually unrelated groups of people from Lewes and surrounds. This crowdfund will contribute to funding the 3-year Mental Wealth project we hope to run! The groups:

  • older people aged 65+ experiencing reduced mobility and challenges such as dementia,  brain injury and memory loss, as well as arthritis, MND, MS, Parkinson’s and cancer, with many suffering the loneliness and isolation that come with such conditions, the aim being  to improve their mobility and mental clarity, as well as their quality of life
  • younger people aged 14–24 suffering from chronic stress and anxiety, including those who are neurodivergent, who would benefit from individualised mental health support

Mental Wealth will support these groups separately on a regular basis, to meet their separate needs, through such help as floatation therapy and mindful practices. 

In addition, the groups will come together in shared activities, linking generations for healing together. Shared activities will include combined movement and wellbeing therapies; enabling the younger people to therapeutically support the older people; nature conservation activities and crafts in venues such as Southover Grange Gardens and the Railway Land nature reserve; and more. Support will also be offered to carers.

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Thank you to Cllr Imogen Makepeace, Mayor of Lewes, for joining us for the Crowdfund launch and ribbon cutting.

Every donation counts! Your contributions will help us continue applying for additional funding and grants, making sure the project lasts as long as possible. Your generosity makes lasting community impact possible! 

Helping Young People (aged 14-24)

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It is well documented that young people today are facing more stress and anxiety than ever before, not least following the educational, family and society impacts of the pandemic and lockdowns, as well as other pressures felt more keenly than ever before.

Mental Wealth offers floatation therapy and mindful practices to help them manage these challenges. We’re also paying special attention to those with neurodivergent needs, providing them with the tools and community support they need to thrive.

Beyond therapy, we’re empowering young participants to get involved in their community through discussions, group sessions and events that build their confidence and sense of belonging.

And your kind donation can help us do this.

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Supporting Older Adults (aged 65+)

Wellness for the Heart of the Community

For older adults, Mental Wealth offers both physical and mental health support, including help with mobility and dementia. Key activities include floatation therapy, mindful somatic support such as chair yoga, meditation, breathwork sessions and social activities. We’re also involving their carers in activities such as chair yoga and meditation, ensuring they also get the care they need. Our aim is to boost their quality of life, reduce isolation and help them regain a sense of purpose.

And your kind donation can help us do this.

Support wellness for all ages!

Help us bridge the gap between generations with holistic health care. Your donation will empower young people and older adults to connect, heal, and thrive together.

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We’ve created several initiatives to bridge the gap between young people and elders, including intergenerational events and opportunities to contribute to the community.  By bringing these age groups together, we’re not just addressing their immediate needs—we’re also building a stronger, more connected community.

Through Mental Wealth, older adults can share their experiences and wisdom with the younger generation, enriching their own lives and strengthening community bonds.

Supporting Carers and Guardians

We recognise the vital role carers and guardians play in supporting both young people and older adults, often at great personal cost. To support their well-being, our project extends access to floatation therapy, mindful practices and group sessions for carers. These therapies offer stress relief, a chance to connect with fellow carers, and practical self-care strategies that can help them sustain their energy and resilience. By caring for the carers, we’re enhancing the support network around young and elder participants, fostering a healthier, more connected community.

Partnering with the Wider Community

Messages of support...

"I’m delighted to be supporting this crowdfunding campaign in support of the Unity Centre. Over the years they have helped so many people, including men & women that have suffered from Domestic Violence, supported children, refugees and vulnerable adults with complex needs. It’s absolutely critical that we raise enough money to continue funding these brilliant projects and support the fantastic work that the team in the Unity Centre are doing for our community." James MacCleary MP

"I'm proud to have been asked to launch the Unity Crowdfund for the Mental Wealth project. When I understood the amount of support that Unity has offered the community to date, whether it's floatation therapy for individuals with disabilities and key workers, to free massage for refugees and their hosts, to yoga and self-care courses for survivors of abuse, I really saw how The Unity Centre is a central part of our Community. The more we can raise for their latest project for young people with neurodivergent needs, to older people facing physical and mental health challenges, the more essential well-being we can spread. Please give generously." Mayor of Lewes, Cllr Imogen Makepeace

Build a stronger, healthier community!

With your support, we can link generations through wellness, offering mental health support, floatation therapy and mindful practices to those who need it most.

WHO WE ARE

About The Unity Centre and Unity Lewes CIC

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Unity is a not-for-profit community organisation offering wellness to all through yoga, dance, massage, meditation, art and music. We have two studios, two treatment rooms, an infrared sauna, floatation suite and vegetarian cafe-lounge. We’re based in Lewes, East Sussex and welcome our local community and visitors to receive support in health & wellbeing. We also offer professional training courses and wellness retreats. Our passion is to allow our diverse community equal access to wellness. This involves targeted and specialist projects for particular groups within our community, of which we have successfully delivered many.

Over the past three years, our community wellbeing initiatives have made a profound impact. Through the Float Project, we’ve uplifted over 2,100 individuals, providing 700 floats annually as a sanctuary of calm and healing. Our Nurture Lewes Project has supported up to 20 participants each week with 24 sessions of nurturing yoga and soothing saunas, while the new Nurture group in Eastbourne has so far empowered 16 women survivors of domestic abuse with monthly yoga sessions over nine months. Additionally, our Breathe Easier Chair Yoga classes have been a lifeline for older adults with serious health conditions, offering essential social and physical support. Together, these initiatives have created a ripple effect of wellbeing throughout our community.

You can read more about here: https://www.being-in-unity.com/community-projects/

Our project is supported by a network of local charities, organisations, schools, and community groups. We work closely with partners like Mind East Sussex, Social Prescribers, and East Sussex Parent Carer Forum to reach those who need it most. Mind Newhaven, Survivors Network provide valuable training to our staff, and strengthens our referral networks so that we can reach those most in need. Our work with MPA & McKeown Professional Associates, involves developing a referral program focused on supporting neurodiversity. Through this partnership, our staff receive specialised training on neurodiversity awareness. These partnerships allow us to refine our approach and provide specialised training for our staff, ensuring we offer the best possible support.

Connect and heal across generations

Together, we can build a healthier community by providing crucial wellness services to both young and older adults. Donate today to make an impact in Lewes!

We welcome philanthropic personal and corporate donations, with customisable perks available for contributions over £3,000. For more information, please contact [email protected]

We can't wait to see what else we can achieve together. 

Visit the Unity Crowdfunder webpage for more info at being-in-unity.com/crowdfunder-2024/

We are deeply grateful to our funding bodies whose generous grant funding enables us to run these essential community projects. Our heartfelt thanks go to Barchester’s Charitable Trust, Chalk Cliff Trust, Lewes Town Council, Safer Communities Eastbourne & Lewes District Partnership, Safer in Sussex Community Fund, Sported, Sport England, Awards for All, The National Lottery Reaching Communities, Locase, Locate, Sussex Community Foundation, and The Lewes Fund. We also want to thank you, our Unity Centre members and supporters, for your invaluable contributions, as a portion of membership subscriptions directly supports the centre’s community work. Your support is vital in helping us continue to make a meaningful impact!

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Important Note: All contributions made to this campaign are purely donations to support our project. In appreciation of your generosity, we are offering optional 'thank you gifts' (rewards) as a token of our gratitude. If you wish to donate with the option of a reward, please make sure to select the reward first on the right hand column. These rewards are entirely voluntary and do not represent a purchase or exchange of goods. Rewards can be collected after the Crowdfund end. Your donation is what truly makes a difference, and we thank you for your support!

Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£25 or more

Prize draw Entry: Ultimate Indulgence + Lavender

As a thank-you for your donation, enjoy our Lavender Restorative Bath Soak —a soothing blend of Epsom salt infused with calming lavender, perfect for unwinding, and rejuvenating your body and mind (collect from Unity). Includes entry into our exclusive raffle for The Ultimate Indulgence: a half-day spa experience for two including a 45-min private infrared sauna, 60-min Unity massage with foot soak and 60-min Unity Organic facial (worth £285).

£20 or more

Donation with our heartfelt gratitude

Every donation makes a huge difference, so thank you very much from the bottom of our hearts for contributing to the Unity Crowdfunder.

£50 or more

Your Choice of a Unity Class & Lavender Bath Soak

Enjoy a Yoga Class of Your Choice (including options like Gentle Yoga, Unity Partner Yoga™, and Yoga for Beginners) at Unity, and collect a Lavender Bliss Restorative Bath Soak. This blend of Epsom salts infused with calming lavender is perfect for easing tension and rejuvenating both body and mind. Classes and more details can be explored at being-in-unity.com.

£60 or more

Prize draw entry: Double Massage + Sweet Treat

Entry into a raffle to win a luxurious relaxation experience for two. Enjoy a wonderfully soothing 60-minute massage each. Complete your shared relaxation with tea and a delightful sweet treat for both of you.

£80 or more

Sauna Session, Tea & Sweet Treat

Indulge in a 30-min private infrared sauna session. This soothing experience promotes relaxation and detoxification, leaving you and your skin radiant and revitalised. Enjoy the deep, penetrating heat that alleviates soreness and inflammation while boosting circulation. Complete your experience with a calming tea and a delightful sweet treat.

£95 or more

Sauna Session, Tea & Sweet Treat for Two

Bring someone along for a 30-min private infrared sauna session for two. Bask in the deep, penetrating heat that relieves soreness and inflammation while enhancing circulation. This calming experience encourages relaxation and detoxification, leaving you both refreshed and glowing. Complete your experience with a calming tea and a delightful sweet treat each.

£120 or more

Sponsor a Chair Experience: Head Massage & Treats

Sponsor a chair and enjoy a rejuvenating 30-minute reflexology or Indian Head Massage (IHM), worth £37. Experience the soothing benefits of acupressure for your head, neck, and shoulders while seated in the chair you sponsor. Complete your relaxation with a sweet treat and a refreshing cup of tea.

£160 or more

Serene Unity Float Experience

Experience blissful tranquility as you float effortlessly in our spacious pool of warm water infused with Epsom salts. This soothing environment promotes profound relaxation, helping to relieve stress, aches, and pains. Enjoy the numerous physical and mental health benefits of floating, allowing your mind to unwind and your body to rejuvenate.

£240 or more

Private Yoga, PT, or Pilates + Sauna

Enjoy a revitalising 60-minute one-on-one session tailored to your needs—choose from yoga, personal training, or Pilates in the new dedicated Unity Pilates Studio. This personalised experience helps you enhance strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. After your session, unwind in our sauna, promoting relaxation and detoxification. Worth £70.

£350 or more

Relaxation Package: Float, Massage + Tea & Treat

Unwind with the ultimate self-care package: A 75-minute float in our serene pool and a 60-Minute Massage, perfect for easing tension and restoring balance. Complete your experience with a tea and a tasty treat. Worth £108.

£600 or more

Package for Two: Float, Massage + Tea & Treats

Unwind together with the ultimate self-care experience for two. Enjoy a 75-minute float in our serene pool followed by a 60-minute massage each, perfect for relieving tension and restoring balance. Complete your shared relaxation with tea and a delightful sweet treat for both of you. Worth £175.

£1,000 or more

3-month Unity Studio Membership + a Float Session

Enjoy unlimited access to all Unity classes 3-months, including yoga, dance, and meditation, plus a 75-minute float in our serene Epsom salts pool. Membership perks include 10% off spa appointments, advance bookings, and exclusive offers. Worth £200. Explore our class offerings at being-in-unity.com/classes.

£2,000 or more

Unity Annual Membership + Float

Enjoy unlimited access to all Unity classes for a year, including yoga, dance, and meditation, plus a 75-minute float in our serene Epsom salts floatation suite. Membership perks include 10% off spa appointments, advance bookings, and exclusive offers. Worth £540. Explore our class offerings at being-in-unity.com/classes

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