Access Dorset

From their community hub, called The Bridge, Access Dorset have created a therapeutic environment where disabled and older people can access activities and support that improve mental and physical health, reduce loneliness, build friendships, and develop independent living skills. Their key services include:

• An activity Program - including workwork, cooking, gardening etc.
• Information, Advice and Advocacy Services
• A Warm Space

Service Location: Bournemouth

Service Postcode: BH7 7DX

Areas served: BH1,BH10,BH11,BH2,BH3,BH4,BH5,BH6,BH7,BH8,BH9,BH19,BH20,BH21,BH22,BH23,BH24,BH25,BH31,DT1,DT10,DT11,DT2,DT3,DT4,DT5,DT6,DT7,DT8,DT9,SP5,SP6,SP7,SP8,TA20,BH12,BH13,BH14,BH15,BH16,BH17,BH18

Keywords: Exercise, Art, Build self-confidence, Cooking, Gardening, Horticulture/Gardening, Woodwork, Arts and crafts, Befriending with books to help with loneliness, Information and advice

Audience: Older people,Disability,Carers,Long-term health issues