MADS Monthly Update
We’ve had a busy month at the MADS Group with Bingo and Quizzes but we want to take this update to focus on new members and what rules we go by in the hopes that this can show people what we do to keep you safe and happy.
First of all we have had a new member join us in the past month which is always very thrilling. We love when we see new members and we hope to start seeing more members arriving at our group.
Secondly, We have had to clamp down harder on rules and regulations at the group. We are here to provide a safe space and a confidential environment for people attending our group. We always ask new members to fill out emergency forms and sign and agree to rules and regulations to keep our group safe and friendly for everyone.
If you are considering coming to our group, here’s a few of the rules that we keep in place to make sure that you feel comfortable and safe:
- We don’t tolerate bullying or any offensive behaviours towards other members. This includes treating everybody at the group with respect and kindness.
- Everything talked about at the group to us is STRICTLY confidential. We want you to be comfortable to talk to someone, so if you wish to talk to the staff, we will not repeat it to anyone else. The only people made aware will only be the staff members. We will only pass on information if we believe you are at risk of harming yourself or others. At this point we would get emergency services involved depending on the severity of the situation.
- Manners is a must. We don’t like members being rude. We’ve had instances of this upsetting staff and other members.
- We are not medical or healthcare professionals. If you feel like you need signposting to people who can help professionally, come and talk to us. We are in touch with professionals who can help and we do what we can to help you reach that help.
- Unless we have given you permission or its something you have created with our craft sessions, we ask that you do not take any of our belongings home with you. If you have accidentally put something away in your bag without realising, please do bring it back the following week. We don’t want any theft situations arising in our group.
These are the main rules and regulations at our group and we would appreciate it if everyone could stick to these.
We hope that in outlining these rules and regulations in this months update can encourage you to come and join our group. We want to keep you safe and help you to the best of our abilities.
We’re in the process of trying to arrange a raffle to raise funds for our group. We had a kind donation from Sophie Tea Art from her visit to Syston. We have a large silver serving plate that she drew on and signed, so do keep your eyes peeled for that. I know we have a lot of Sophie Tea fans in Syston.
If you think you can help with any donations please get in touch with us. You can get in touch with us via our mobile: 0777 469 5160 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday or you can email us at madsgroup@yahoo.com
Written by Deanna Johnson
[DISCLAIMER: We are not medical or healthcare professionals. We just want to provide a safe space for those who need the help to take that step into reaching out for the correct professional support which we can signpost members to.]