Young Adults
Third Space Bolton specialises in supporting and inspiring people with complex and multiple needs across Bolton. We help rehabilitate and reintegrate people by improving their physical, mental and social wellbeing.
Build Bolton Well
Build Bolton Well is a work and skills property renovation project aimed at supporting clients who are unemployed to discover that work is good for their wellbeing.
Contact Guy 07518 551817
twitter: @WellBolton
Build Bolton Well is a work and skills property renovation project to support participants, with complex needs, to discover work is good for their wellbeing. The project, run by Bolton based charity Third Space Bolton, was kick-started by funding from the European Social Fund in 2019 and is endorsed by local partnerships such as Bolton Wanderer’s Community Trust.
Build Bolton Well provides an opportunity to develop work and skills in a safe space for friendship and support. After the first 12 months of the project running;
- 75% participants progressed from Level 1 to Level 2, showing consistent achievement of eleven competencies.
- 30% participants progressed to Level 3 on the project showing competency in more technical tasks including leadership.
- 15% progressed to employment, 10% progressed to a professional apprenticeship programme and 45% volunteered at other local community projects
- 95% of beneficiaries completed at least 6 Fit4Life Wellbeing Coaching Sessions, addressing issues related to barriers to employment.
- 90% of beneficiaries 5 Ways to Wellbeing scores increased during the project
- 100% said the project helped them believe work is good for their wellbeing and have or will recommend the BBW project to a friend.
VICTORIA HALL
Knowsley Street, Bolton BL1 2AS
Thursdays and Fridays 12-3pm every week at Victoria Hall in Bolton Town Centre, join the team and get training in construction and DIY on a live project by an expert builder who runs his own property business.
Sessions include free lunch and Fit4Life wellbeing coaching.
Contact Guy 07518 551817 or Grant 07867 802217. Twitter: @WellBolton
GROUNDBREAKERS
Flower Estate, Farnworth BL4 0EJ
Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30-3pm every week on the Flower Estate in Farnworth, join the team and get training in horticulture and community engagement skills in a Community Collective project that refurbishes gardens and supports the local community with regular special events.
Facebook: @TeamGroundbreakers
Sessions include free lunch and Fit4Life wellbeing coaching.
Contact Grant 07867 802217.
The Coaching Cafe
Tuesdays 12-3pm every week at Victoria Hall in Bolton Town Centre, join the team and get life coaching that helps you take the next steps for progression.
Sessions include free lunch, Fit4Life wellbeing coaching and leisure activities. Contact Guy 07518 551817.