Developed by Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust, The Help Overcoming Problems Effectively (HOPE) programme is a free course that supports individuals in managing their health, wellbeing, and long-term health conditions. The programme also aims to boost self-confidence and resilience, enabling participants to cope better emotionally, psychologically, and practically with their conditions.
In Devon, the course is delivered in 3 ways: in-person, virtually online using Microsoft Teams or digitally using an online platform.
What can you expect?
The programme covers a variety of topics including:
- Mindfulness
- Goal setting
- Gratitude diaries
- Stress management
- Healthy eating
- Dealing with setbacks
- Fatigue management
In-Person H.O.P.E
- Available to anyone living in Devon
- Small group (8 – 20 people)
- In person course (set venue, dates & times)
- Commitment of 2.5 hours per week for 6 weeks (times and duration of the course may differ)
- Delivered by at least 2 facilitators
Virtual H.O.P.E
- Available to anyone living in Devon
- Small group (6 – 15 people)
- Delivered online using Microsoft Teams
- Live course (set dates & times)
- Can only access course at set times
- Commitment of 2 hours per week for 6 weeks (times and duration of the course may differ)
- Delivered by at least 2 facilitators
- Live communication using audio and webcam
- Book on to Step One Charity’s next H.O.P.E course
Digital H.O.P.E
- Available to anyone living in the South West of England
- Delivered online via iHOPE
- Self-Paced over 6 weeks
- Access 24/7 for the 6 weeks
- Recommended commitment of 2 hours per week
- Delivered by at least 2 facilitators
- Online chat, group forums, private messaging
- Option to upload media
Why are the courses different?
To help participants get the best out of the programme, you will notice that courses are designed around a specific condition or group of people. For example, people living with chronic pain or parents with young children.
How do I book a free course?
For information on all available courses please contact the H.O.P.E coordinator on:
- Phone: 01803 320600
- Email: hope.devon@nhs.net
- Website: myhealth@devon.nhs.uk
Booking a free course with Step One Charity
Step One Charity’s upcoming 6-week online HOPE for Anxiety and Depression courses:
Start date: Wednesday 2nd August 2023
9th August 2023
16th August 2023
23rd August 2023
30th August 2023
6th September 202310:00am – 12:00pm
Venue: Online
This online course runs across six weekly sessions.
- Start date: Friday 1st September 2023
8th September 2023
15th September 2023
22nd September 2023
29th September 2023
6th October 2023
11:00am – 1:30pm
Venue: The Log Cabin, Shekinah Grow, Preston Down Road, Paignton, TQ3 1DL
This face-to-face course runs across six weekly sessions.
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