At Shelton Minds, we believe in creating opportunities for growth, connection, and support for neurodivergent individuals and care leavers. Our programs are designed to empower, educate, and provide a sense of belonging, while our events offer a chance to celebrate achievements, build community, and raise awareness about mental health and neurodiversity.
Our carefully designed programs focus on the needs of neurodivergent individuals and care leavers, addressing essential life skills, mental health support, career development, and much more. Each program is tailored to provide lasting impact and foster independence and confidence. Below are our key programs:
Safe spaces for individuals to share experiences, find emotional support, and gain insights into managing challenges related to ADHD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, and other care-related issues.
Key Focus: Mental health, emotional support, peer connections.
When: Weekly, various days available.
How to Join:
Peer-led mentorship programs designed to offer guidance, advice, and emotional support for young people in care, care leavers, and neurodivergent individuals.
Key Focus: Building self-esteem, career guidance, emotional resilience.
When: Ongoing, with tailored support.
Practical training on topics such as financial management, cooking, organization, time management, and more. These sessions are designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to live independently.
Key Focus: Skill-building, independence, empowerment.
When: Weekly sessions.
Tailored counseling services from professionals with lived experience in neurodivergence and care. These services provide a compassionate space for healing, growth, and self-discovery.
Key Focus: Mental health support, therapy, peer counseling.
When: Available by appointment.
Career coaching sessions designed to help individuals build confidence, improve job-readiness, and secure work experience opportunities. We provide tailored support to help you thrive in the workplace.
Key Focus: Confidence building, career development, practical job skills.
When: Ongoing, available on request.
A range of creative and social activities including book clubs, day trips, and social events aimed at reducing isolation and fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Key Focus: Social connection, creativity, fun.
When: Monthly events.
Current Programs
Bipolar Peer Support Group-
📅 Every Wednesday | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Barking Library (5-minute walk from Barking Station)
Contact us to register.
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Our events provide opportunities for connection, education, and celebration. Whether it’s a special awareness day or a celebration of achievements, we host events designed to raise awareness, promote mental health, and foster inclusion.
Autism Awareness Day Celebration
Date: To be announced
Description: Join us for a special celebration to raise awareness of autism. This event will feature guest speakers, activities, and resources designed to educate and foster understanding.
Location: To be announced
Mental Health Awareness Workshop
Date: To be announced
Description: A workshop focused on raising awareness about mental health challenges and sharing coping strategies. Open to individuals with lived experience and anyone interested in learning more.
Location: To be announced
To participate in any of our programs or events, please follow the links provided to register. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us directly following the link in the Title or contact@sheltonshelters.com.