To Provide a facility when men of all ages can feel comfortable and gather together to spend time socially, as well as, in a partcial manner by participating in constructive endeavours that develop self esteem.
Aims
The general aims of our men's shed are to:
- Enjoy each other's company
- Assist men of all ages and background though mateship, mentoring and support
- Provide practical activities in a safe environment
- Gain the help of health and wellbeing professionals when required
- Provide instruction and skill training for senior men
- Provide intergenerational learning and mentoring
- Focus on men's health and wellbeing, encouraging and assisting users to gain access to relevant services and information available to them within the community
- Address the issues of isolation, loneliness and depression which are faced by many men when they cease full-time employement or are looking for work by providing them with a space, tools and support
- Provide a place for men - especially those who have retired or are unemployed - to socialise, use their skills (such as woodwork), learn new skills and mentor each other and younger members of the community