Wellbeing Programmes

Our wellbeing programmes provide opportunities for social interactions and to explore new ideas and experiences.

What our participants say

“I arrived tentative but am leaving refreshed, hopeful, rejuvenated, deeply grateful and thankful”

More information

Click through to find out about each project.

An Introduction to Mindfulness

Mindfulness can help us pay more attention, and be more present in all we do. By practising Mindfulness we can also begin to appreciate more, to develop more compassion for ourselves and others, consequently enriching our experience of life. Read more

Younger People’s Project

We are currently in the process of engaging people, across the 18-40 age range, who might be potential participants in the programme, to co-design it with us. Find out how you can get involved. Read more

Activity Flyer

The Stuart Low Trust produces a monthly activity flyer, which lists our arts, nature and wellbeing activities. Read more

Saturday Wellbeing Workshops

Saturday Workshops comprise three strands: arts and expression, gentle exercises and relaxation and mindfulness. Read more

Friday Evening Event

Our Friday Evening Event run 52 weeks a year and provides an opportunity to socialise, with nutritious refreshments and a different presentation or performance each week. Read more

Latest

Time to Talk Pilot

In March 2021, Stuart Low Trust launched a ‘Time to Talk’ pilot to create an opportunity for the Participants to socialise and connect with others as would naturally have occurred when activities were running face-to-face. This report summarises the aims and outcome of the pilot.
Participant Voice: How Stuart Low Trust responds to Participant Feedback

Stuart Low Trust listens to its participant's feedback carefully, to ensure participants receive the services they wish to see. Stuart Low Trust aims to adapt services, wherever possible. This report summarises how SLT responded to feedback during the period November 2020 to May 2021.
Diversity is our Strength this Pride Month

This year’s pride month is focusing on Pride in London’s values of Visibility, Unity and Equality - for all communities, and recognising how the Black, Asian and minority ethnic community has been instrumental in championing LGBT+ rights. At the Stuart Low Trust, we recognise that the Black, Asian and minority ethnic community has made significant contributions to that movement as well as Islington and wider society.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021: The Power of Nature

‘Nature’ is 2021's theme for Mental Health Awareness Week. This could not seem more appropriate. Over the last year, in and out of lockdown, millions of people re-discovered that access to nature is crucial for our mental health. We've put together some tips on how to bring the benefits of nature into your life.

How we help

We provide safe spaces and community activities focusing on arts, nature and wellbeing, including out of hours.
What we do

We provide activities and safe spaces where people can connect with others and access to the support they need for better health and wellbeing.
Apply to Volunteer

Find out how to apply to volunteer at the Stuart Low Trust.
Facts and figures

Read the facts and figures that influence our work and the impact that we make.
Philosophy Forum

A Sunday Philosophy Forum, led by experienced philosophers from a variety of backgrounds.
Stuart Low Trust- Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We'll be delivering our activities differently during Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read more about how we are doing this and how you can take part.
Our History

Stuart Low was a young Islington man who sadly took his own life in 1997 after failing to find the help he needed to cope with schizophrenia. His death prompted local people to form the Stuart Low Trust (SLT) to create better services for other vulnerable people.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021: The Power of Nature

‘Nature’ is 2021's theme for Mental Health Awareness Week. This could not seem more appropriate. Over the last year, in and out of lockdown, millions of people re-discovered that access to nature is crucial for our mental health. We've put together some tips on how to bring the benefits of nature into your life.
Diversity is our Strength this Pride Month

This year’s pride month is focusing on Pride in London’s values of Visibility, Unity and Equality - for all communities, and recognising how the Black, Asian and minority ethnic community has been instrumental in championing LGBT+ rights. At the Stuart Low Trust, we recognise that the Black, Asian and minority ethnic community has made significant contributions to that movement as well as Islington and wider society.
Virtual Art Programmes

Enjoy the arts whilst social distancing with these virtual arts visits.