Wellbeing support & activities

"If you are affected by a life-limiting illness, are a carer or are living with a loss or bereavement, we are here to support you."

Wellbeing support available to our community

Oakhaven Wellbeing is based at the Coates Centre, in the grounds of Oakhaven Hospice. We offer a wide range of drop-in sessions, courses, information events and social activities to help and support you. Most of our services are provided free of charge, although donations to Oakhaven Hospice are appreciated.

In addition to the organised sessions, our 'hub' - with its bright circle of windows drawing in light even on the darkest of days - is a welcoming space to visit. Open from 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), please feel free to drop in if you would like to talk to one of our trained volunteers, to find out information, or if you would just like to sit quietly and enjoy our peaceful surroundings.

Please note that the Coates Centre Hub will be closing on Fridays at 1pm from Friday 8th November until further notice, due to a shortage of volunteers. Any organised groups on the calendar will still take place.

Calendar of Oakhaven Wellbeing events and activities at the Coates Centre in Lymington

Download a printable version of our April calendar

Meet new friends, enjoy a cuppa and learn a new skill with Oakhaven Wellbeing

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Art in the Hub

Monday drop-in 10.00 to 12.00

Explore your creative side with this friendly art class with Palette Club members. All art supplies are provided, no previous experience is required.

Learn to Sew

Monday drop-in 1.30 to 3.30

Learn basic sewing skills with Sue, from sewing on a button to advice on a sewing project. Learn together around the table, with a chat and a cuppa.

Sing for Joy

Mondays 1.30pm-2.30pm from 10th March

Unlock your inner joy and meet new people at this friendly singing group with Leigh - no prior experience is required!

Bowls of butternut squash soup and bread

Soup-er Tuesdays

Tuesdays 12.00pm-1.30pm

Join us at the Coates Centre for a hearty homemade lunch! Enjoy a meal in the company of others. Soup + bread + drink £6.50. Large slice of cake £1.50.

Puzzle Pals

Tuesdays 1.30pm-3.00pm

Join us at the Coates Centre for an afternoon doing Jigsaw Puzzles. A great way to while away a winter's afternoon in the company of others!

Mindfulness

8-week course, starting 18 March 2025, 7pm-9.30pm

Join this gentle introduction to mindfulness in a group setting. No experience needed, you will be guided and supported. Donations appreciated.

Email to register

Mindful Movement

First Wednesday, 1-2pm from 8th January

Enjoy gentle seated movement, visualisation and breathing with yoga teacher Diana. Helps improve mobility and wellbeing. Wear comfy clothing. No experience necessary.

Care café

3rd Thursday 12.15pm to 1.45pm

Drop into our Care Café at the Coates Centre on a Thursday to find out more about care. Bring any queries you may have about the cost of care, home care vs care homes etc!

Board-em Busters

Thursdays 1.30pm-3.00pm

Join us at the Coates Centre for an afternoon of playing board games. A great way to while away a winter's afternoon in the company of others! Drinks and cakes available!

Simon Says

Child Bereavement Support
Next: 20 March 6-8pm

If you are a young person aged 11-18 years and are grieving a parent, sibling or other significant family member, come along to a monthly group at the Coates Centre.

IT Café

1st and 3rd Friday drop-in 10.30 to 12:00noon

Confused about your computer, unsure about emails or frustrated by your phone? Our volunteer-led group can guide you to a better IT understanding.

Mindful Maintenance

2nd Friday 10.30am-12noon

Meditation practice for experienced meditators who are familiar with a regular sitting practice and/or have completed our mindfulness course. Facilitated by trained volunteer Gillian.

Estate Planning

Check calendar for dates

Drop-in to see Katrina from PHJ Planning, who visits the Coates Centre regularly, volunteering time to chat about any estate planning concerns or queries.

Love to Move

New sessions coming soon!

A fun seated movement programme to music with Jules, supported by the British Gymnastics Foundation. Suitable for people with dementia, Parkinson's, MS and following a stroke.

Oakhaven Wellbeing bereavement support available to all in our community

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Bereavement Support Group

1st Wednesday of each month, drop-in 10:30-12:00

Connect with others who have experienced a loss and discover more about our bereavement support services over a cup of tea or coffee. Our trained team are here to listen. You are welcome to bring a friend or family member.

Widowed Friendship Club

Regular socials and events

A social group run by widowed men and women. Coffee mornings, lunches, walks and outings, such as visits to the theatre - and a Fish and Chip supper on the fourth Friday each month. Meet and socialise with people who understand.

Email to find out more

Cookery Classes

6-Week course

A cookery course for anyone bereaved who finds themselves having to prepare meals for the first time. Learn basic cooking skills alongside others in a friendly and safe environment, then enjoy together the meal your have created. Booking essential!