TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
How do I talk about my mental health?
Putting your feelings into words is sometimes difficult. It’s perfectly normal to be worried that you might say the wrong thing or explain it badly. It’s also natural to feel anxious that your loved one or friend might think your mental health is worse than you might feel it is.
Try not to worry – talking about your mental health is incredibly important when it comes to getting the right support for you and with the right preparation the conversation can be easier than you think it might be. Here are a few tips on how to talk about your mental health.
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OUR TEAM
Kick Start FC is run by a team of volunteers who are committed to supporting those who are affected by poor mental health, or mental ill health. All of our team volunteers are trained in mental health awareness or first aid for mental health. Although we can offer peer support, we are unable to offer medical advice.
If you, or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the Samaritans on 116 123. Alternatively, please find your local NHS mental health helpline via the NHS website.
Trustee
Michael Cunningham
Trustee
Jessica Stapley
Trustee
Adonis Tingzon
Trustee
Vince Green
Trustee
Jayne Spanswick
Kick Start FC Coach
Martin Higgins
Kick Start FC Events Team
Emma Jasper
Kick Start FC Coach
Shaun Spanswick
Kick Start FC Events Team
John McSeveney
Kick Start FC Coach
Ben Hammett-Brady
Kick Start FC Events Team
Niomi Taylor
Kick Start FC Coach
Jordan McGuire
Kick Start FC Events Team
Tayler-Jayne Slark
CONTACT US
If you would like to contact us to register your interest in our football therapy sessions, please click here and fill in an enquiry form. For all other enquiries please email us at kickstartfc@hotmail.com or fill in the form below.
WHERE TO FIND US
Kick Start FC Football Therapy
Kick Start FC Football Therapy (Youth)
Kick Start FC is a charitable incorporated organisation. Charity no. 1203577
Affiliated to the Wiltshire Football Association
