supporting people to live more independently

Step One supports people to live more independently

We encourage people to take a first step to being in control of their future and fulfilling their potential.

We encourage people to take a first step to being in control of their future and fulfilling their potential

We are Step One.

We work with a diverse range of people who may have a mental health issue and/or a hidden disability such as an autism spectrum condition.

Our supportive staff work in the community and at our dedicated facilities, including a newly refurbished hospital and supported living residences.

Part of our approach is considering a person’s wider wellbeing which could be affecting their mental health, their ability to work, or to be a part of their community.

As well as supporting individuals, the ‘BeWell@StepOne’ project aims to support communities and businesses to understand and support their own, and other’s, mental health and wellbeing through online and face-to-face learning opportunities and supportive groups.

We are a Devon-based charity with over 80 years’ experience in providing specialised support throughout the county.

Do you, or does someone else, need help now?

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Walk Through the Countryside for Good Mental Health – Guest post from Rebekah Horton

May 12, 2021

Local creative, Rebekah Horton, shares her views on the power of nature for good mental health as part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

National Walking Month – Walk This May!

May 5, 2021

May is National Walking Month, a four-week stretch dedicated to inspiring people around the UK to get out and about and enjoy the benefits of

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Easing of Lockdown Restrictions – Are You Feeling Anxious?

April 28, 2021

Summer is almost here and lockdown is being lifted, again – I should be overjoyed but why am I anxious? Throughout the past year,

"The service I have received has been exemplary and I would recommend it to anyone. All the staff have obviously been highly trained and are all at the best of their professions. It has sped up my recovery and particularly my sense of wellbeing."

"I was given kindness, care and compassion as soon as I arrived. Things are still fragile but there is light now. There's no way I could have got through this without the help and support I received."

"With the support that we have provided, Step One is now the benchmark for all other providers worked for in Devon."

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Day 5 of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

We are delighted that Chandos Deli in Exeter have been helping us raise awareness for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek by giving out £200 worth of coffees to takeaway, kindly donated by Chalk and Ward

#MentalHealthSupport

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge@KensingtonRoyal·

13 May

Todays visit is all about understanding local organisations here in Wolverhampton.

Organisations that are motivating and inspiring young people to transform their lives. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

(P.S blaming the shoes for ⚽️ attempts)

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13 May

Day 4 of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek with the theme of nature 🌳

This is your reminder to ditch the treadmill and go for a run outside in nature near you! #ConnectWithNature 🏃

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Devon Partnership NHS Trust@DPT_NHS·

13 May

How have you been feeling lately? If you've been struggling with your #mood, #stress, #anxiety or #sleep take the #EveryMindMatters mind plan quiz to get your personalised mental wellbeing action plan. Learn more: http://orlo.uk/fE5DO #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHAW21 #MHAW

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12 May

Day 3 of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Did you know that walking the dog meets the emotional and welfare needs of the owner, just as much as the dog!

Dog walking means owners have more opportunity for enjoying nature so come on, get out and about in nature near you!