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Read Easy Portsmouth support local adults who want to learn to read or improve their reading skills, at their own pace and without pressure. Read Easy will provide those who want to learn to read with a volunteer to help them, special reading manuals to work through, and a place to meet. Above all, it's confidential, and free of charge. This is suitable for any adult who wants to learn to read or who struggles with their reading. Whatever someone's starting point, each person will be taken back to basics and can then work at their own pace, so there is no pressure.

Joining a reading group is a great way to meet new people, try new authors and books and share your feedback.

There are a number of groups that you can join that are run by the Library and Archive Service both in and outside of libraries. There is sometimes a waiting list to join the groups but we will let you know when a space becomes available if you tell us which group/s you are interested in joining.

We can also support you in setting up your own reading group. The Library and Archive Service supports independent reading groups that meet in community locations or in peoples' homes by providing free book sets of up to 15 copies on a regular basis.

Take a look at our selection of reading group sets here:

https://librariesandarchives.portsmouth.gov.uk/public-library-service/whats-on/reading-groups/

If you'd like to ask about availability in one of the Library run groups or would like to find out more about setting up your own group email reading.groups@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Rebound Group is a confidential, empathetic support group, caring about carers.

We offer support and assistance in both group and one-to-one counselling settings, as needed.

The service is provided free of charge to carers and family members affected by a loved ones' drugs, alcohol and substance misuse and their associated mental health problems.

The group is run by members who have attended the group for many years, and all have first hand experience of addiction.

Singing exercises your heart and lungs and makes you feel great! Our fun and friendly sessions will leave you feeling uplifted and energised. No auditions and no need to read music. Come along!

We are so excited to return to term with a hybrid approach to learning! We are offering face to face and digital courses. We are open to anyone within the PO1 - PO6 postcode area from 18 years plus. Whether you use mental health services in Portsmouth, support someone who does, or you're just looking to gain a better understanding of mental health, Solent Recovery College can help you become an expert in managing mental health and empower you to take control of your recovery journey.

We are a simply storytelling service, telling tales and historical stories to our community for the past 10 years! We are specialists in physical theatre including traditional storytelling, puppetry, mime, music and masks! We are here to wow audiences at a fraction of the cost, giving them creative, magical experiences to inspire imaginations and connect them to their culture through stories.

We can deliver a series of stories from our hand picked collection of tales, we devise and create stories through verbatim theatre, keeping faithful to authors and original ancient fairy tales passed down through the generations. We actively promote reading as a way to encourage imagination and help to enhance comprehension, complex scenarios, creating empathy with characters and considering different viewpoints whilst reflecting on the human experience.

We tell tales in schools, for community groups, in museums and galleries and for organisations and councils, we also offer training for adults wishing to learn the art of storytelling and puppetry, we also work with diverse groups including SEND and those living with dementia.

Regency Nursing Home provides a safe, homely and caring environment, ensuring resident’s privacy and the maintenance of individual dignity. Personal independence is encouraged along with high standards of care.

Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services, and help signpost you to the most effective treatments. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling. Our helpline advisors are committed to helping you in your quest to locate effective treatments for addiction.

Rehab 4 Addiction – free helpline for those in need of help for mental health and free drug and alcohol rehabiliation. Find out how Rehab 4 Addiction may support a loved-one or yourself with alcohol and drug dependency issues. Telephone: 080 014 04690

Relate is the UK's largest provider of relationship support. We help couples, families and individuals across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight get the most out of their relationships.

Maintaining an active social life is the key to remaining healthier and more motivated.
Come and join us for coffee, chat and fun.
We offer a structured programme of activities for people with memory loss and their carers.

By referral only, can self refer