Developing Health and Independence

21/10/2026

To celebrate the launch of Developing Health & Independence’s Impact Report, we’re highlighting a different way DHI supports people to transform their lives each day.

Today, we look at how our Drug & Alcohol Treatment Services are responding to local need and helping thousands of people to improve their lives. Read the full Impact Report here: https://www.dhi-online.org.uk/about-us/our-impact

20/10/2026

📢 Service update

Please note that all DHI hubs will be closed on Thursday 29 October as our staff team will be attending essential training.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Our hubs will reopen as usual the following day.

Thank you for your understanding. 💙

20/10/2026

To celebrate the launch of Developing Health & Independence's Impact Report, we’re highlighting a different way DHI supports people to transform their lives each day.

Today, our wonderful Peers step into the spotlight. Find out how they use their lived experience to help others and read the full Impact Report here: https://www.dhi-online.org.uk/about-us/our-impact

19/10/2026

Join us this Wednesday at our Women's Group as we explore the theme of self-reflection. 💜

Taking time to reflect can help us recognise our strengths, celebrate progress, and think about what matters most to us. Come along for a relaxed and supportive session with opportunities for discussion, reflection, and connection with other women.

Our Women's Group is a friendly, welcoming space where women can come together, learn something new, enjoy a cuppa, and have a chat.

📅 Wednesday 21 October
🕐 1pm to 2pm
📍 130 Tower Road North, BS30 8XN

✅ Free to attend
✅ Safe and welcoming space
✅ Different topic each week
✅ All women welcome

For more information, contact Eva on 07796 910746.

We'd love to see you there. 💜

19/10/2026

To celebrate the launch of Developing Health and Independence’s latest Impact Report, we’re highlighting a different way DHI supports people to transform their lives each day.

Today, our Criminal Justice Service takes centre stage. Find out how the team is helping people make positive changes and read the full Impact Report here: https://www.dhi-online.org.uk/about-us/our-impact

Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust (AWP)

16/10/2026

🎨 Try our Art Group in Yate! 🎨

Looking for a relaxed, friendly space to get creative? Join our Art Group, running every Monday at Ridgewood Community Centre, Yate.

🖌️ No previous experience needed
🎨 Enjoy making something beautiful
💜 Safe and welcoming environment
🤝 A chance to connect with others
📍 Ridgewood Community Centre, 244 Station Rd, Yate BS37 4AF
📅 Mondays
⏰ 12-1.30pm

If you have any questions, call Eva: 07796 910746

15/10/2026

"Chronic pain, trauma, and harmful substance use are often interconnected, highlighting the need for more integrated, person-centred community support."

As Developing Health & Independence launches its new online Pain Management Toolkit, Chief Executive Rosie Phillips explores the need for more joined-up pain management support in this thought leadership piece for Health Service Journal.

Read the article: https://www.hsj.co.uk/service-redesign/a-new-approach-to-pain-management-is-necessary-and-affordable/8124435.article

Chronic pain, trauma, and harmful substance use are often interconnected, highlighting the need for more integrated, person-centred community support

15/10/2026

🧘‍♀️ Looking for a gentle way to relax, stretch and improve your wellbeing?

Join our free yoga classes in South Gloucestershire! Whether you're new to yoga or already have experience, everyone is welcome.

📍 Warmley 130 Tower Road North, Warmley, South Glos, BS30 8XN
🗓 Every Tuesday
⏰ 11.15am-12.15pm

📍 Yate Ridgewood Community Centre 244 Station Road, Bristol, BS37 4AF
🗓 Every Thursday
⏰ 12.45pm-1.45pm

For more information or to book your place, contact Eva on 07796 910746.

Please feel free to share with anyone who might benefit from some time to unwind and focus on their wellbeing. 💙

14/10/2026

Warmley Hub Update 📢

Please note that there will be no Bacon Roll Morning tomorrow at our Warmley Hub.

However, our Gardening Group will be going ahead as usual, and we'd love to see you there! 🌱🌼

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 11am to 2pm
📍 130 Tower Road North, Warmley, South Gloucestershire, BS30 8XN

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Eva on 07796 910746.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to the garden! 🌿😊

13/10/2026

If you’re thinking about drug and alcohol treatment, it can help to talk to someone who has been there themselves.

DHI Peers are people with lived experience who are trained and supported to help others.

“Why not come along to one of our bacon roll mornings and have breakfast with the peers?" says Peer Mentor Davinia. "We try to help people feel relaxed and at home.”

Drop in and chat to a Peer at one of the following locations:

📍Coniston Community Centre, The Parade, Coniston Rd, Bristol BS34 5LP
- Recovery Café, Tuesdays 11am-1pm

📍Ridgewood Community Centre, 244 Station Rd, Bristol BS37 4AF
- Prep for the Weekend, Fridays, 11am-12.30pm
- Smart Recovery, Mondays 6-7.30pm

📍130 Tower Road North, Warmley South Glos, BS30 8XN
- Recovery Café, Monday-Friday, 10am-12.30pm
- Bacon Roll Morning, Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am
- SMART Recovery, Tuesday, 12.30-2pm.