Writing for Self Expression (Part 1)
2026-09-30 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | ORC at Restore Banbury, 28 Calthorpe Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5EX, United Kingdom
On this course we will listen to and talk about some poems and pieces of prose, before trying out some expressive writing of our own. Expressive writing is not creative writing or therapy, but a form of self-expression which helps a person to think about their life and put their thoughts and feelings into words with often surprising results. It is personal, freestyle writing that is not constrained by concerns about the ‘end result’ but fosters personal awareness, resilience and wellbeing.

Neurodivergence and Wellbeing (Part 1)
2026-10-01 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
This course looks at how we can define neurodivergence and how it may affect our wellbeing. We introduce various strategies, and we explore how wellbeing is related to reaching our goals. We explore with each other things which impact neurodivergent individuals and how to support those individuals and those who care and work with them. This course is developed to provide a brief introduction into the extensive topic of neurodivergence.

Thinking about Thinking (Part 1)
2026-10-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Location: Online
This course is an introduction to how we as individuals think about thinking, and will help students to explore and understand more about this subject.

Introduction to ORC
2026-10-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Location: Online
This course is designed for all new students as part of the enrolment process. The course is designed to explain to students how ORC works, and to highlight some of the potential benefits of attending our courses. There is an opportunity to explore what ‘recovery’ means to us as individuals, and to think about what helps recovery. We will also spend some time considering next steps.

Managing Self Doubt (Part 1 In Person )
2026-10-02 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
This 2 part course is for anyone keen to learn more about self-doubt and how to live with it better. Self doubt feeds anxiety in a continuous cycle and can have a huge impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Together we explore what it is, the impacts it can have, and some things we can do to manage it. There is a practical emphasis and we hope that students will leave feeling more able to manage their own self-doubt, and/or to better support others who experience it.

Five Ways to Wellbeing (Part 4)
2026-10-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Location: Online
This course offers a chance to focus on one of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing each week over 5 weeks : Keep Learning, Give, Connect, Be Active and Take Notice.

Boosting Confidence (Part 1)
2026-10-05 10:30 - 12:00 | Location: Online
Mental ill-health often leads to a loss of confidence, making it difficult for people to get the most out of their lives. We appreciate that developing or regaining confidence is an important part of many people’s recovery, This course will help you recognise your existing skills, and consider some practical ways to move forwards with increased confidence

Art and the Senses (Part 3)
2026-10-05 13:00 - 16:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
This course explores how we use our senses and engage with them to create art. This is a practical course and students will create their own artwork to share and talk about within the group. This is a safe space to experiment creating art for wellbeing and no experience is needed.

Mental Health First Aid - 6th, 8th, 13th, & 15th Oct
2026-10-06 09:30 - 13:00 | Location: Online
Four half-days, online. This accredited training enables you to become a Mental Health First Aider, with the ability to recognise the signs of mental ill health, provide support and guidance towards professional help.

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Tackling Stigma and Discrimination
2026-10-06 13:00 - 16:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
This course explores what stigma and discrimination are and how they may affect us. The course looks at actions we can take to challenge social stigma, discrimination in society and self-stigma, whilst keeping in mind our own wellbeing.

Wellbeing at Work (Part 2)
2026-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Location: Online
This course explores what can support or hinder our wellbeing in the workplace, and strategies to manage our wellbeing better. This course is suitable for any student thinking about entering or going back into the workplace (voluntary or paid) or returning to work after a period of absence, or students who are currently in work but considering how to better support their wellbeing. You do not need to feel ready to go back to work soon to benefit from this course.

Emotional Regulation and Resilience (Part 1)
2026-10-07 13:00 - 16:00 | ORC at Didcot Civic Hall, Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7JN, United Kingdom
Emotional regulation is not about controlling emotions, it’s about noticing our emotions, understanding what message they are trying to give, and developing practical strategies so that our emotions help us rather than overwhelm us. We will focus on this in Part 1. Then in Part 2 we will look at resilience, which is our capacity to handle the challenges of life without becoming emotionally dysregulated. We will look at how we can draw on the strategies, strengths, resources, and insights we already have to strengthen our resilience and stay

Writing for Self Expression (Part 2)
2026-10-07 14:00 - 15:30 | ORC at Restore Banbury, 28 Calthorpe Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5EX, United Kingdom

Neurodivergence and Wellbeing (Part 2)
2026-10-08 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Introduction to ORC
2026-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Thinking about Thinking (Part 2)
2026-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Location: Online
This course is an introduction to how we as individuals think about thinking, and will help students to explore and understand more about this subject. We will identify some common and potentially unhelpful thinking patterns which may impact our mental health negatively, and with greater understanding explore how we can adapt our thinking to promote our own wellbeing in a self- compassionate way

Managing Self Doubt (Part 2 - In Person)
2026-10-09 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Five Ways to Wellbeing (Part 5)
2026-10-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Location: Online

Oxford Half 2026
2026-10-11 08:30 - 13:30 | Oxfordshire
Be a part of the much-loved Oxford Half, a fast, flat course perfect for runners of all levels. Places sell out quickly, secure your spot today. Run for Restore and help change lives.

Run with a Restore charity place and pledge to raise the minimum fundraising pledge, OR run with your own place and fundraise for Restore (terms and conditions).

Together, we can support and empower hundreds of people towards recovery from mental ill health.

Secure your place

Boosting Confidence (Part 2)
2026-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Location: Online

Art and the Senses (Part 4)
2026-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Wellbeing at Work (Part 3)
2026-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Location: Online

Mental Health First Aid - 14th & 21st Oct
2026-10-14 09:30 - 17:00 | Restore’s Training Room, Manzil Way, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
Two full days, in-person. This accredited training enables you to become a Mental Health First Aider, with the ability to recognise the signs of mental ill health, provide support and guidance towards professional help.

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Emotional Regulation and resilience (Part 2)
2026-10-14 13:00 - 16:00 | ORC at Didcot Civic Hall, Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7JN, United Kingdom

Writing for Self Expression (Part 3)
2026-10-14 14:00 - 15:30 | ORC at Restore Banbury, 28 Calthorpe Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5EX, United Kingdom

Neurodivergence and Wellbeing (Part 3)
2026-10-15 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Thinking about Thinking (Part 3)
2026-10-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Location: Online

Emotional Regulation and Resilience (Part 1)
2026-10-16 10:00 - 13:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom

Have your Say
2026-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | The Straw Bale, Restore, Manzil Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1YH, United Kingdom
Please join us for an opportunity to engage with the Student Support Team, ask questions, share experiences, and contribute feedback. All welcome for an informal discussion over tea and biscuits.
