Phased Easing of Restrictions

The Government has announced the phased easing of some restrictions for the month of April, to commence on 12th April. For more info go to gov.ie/covid19

Stay Safe and Protect each other

We are experiencing a pandemic like nothing we’ve seen in our lifetime. It is changing the way we live now and how we will live in the future. We have all taken steps to mind ourselves and each other, to flatten the curve, to protect our health service and save lives. Our actions have reduced the impact of COVID-19 on the country and our health service. We need to keep up the actions that help us to stay safe and protect each other. Staying safe and staying away from the people we love and the things we enjoy is not easy. It’s not us. But, this is us – taking care of each other, supporting the people on the frontline and the people most at risk in communities all across the country.

(Source:  HSE.ie)

Graphic by Alex, computer trainee

 

Spring Photo Hunt

Some beautiful photos sent in this week by trainees while out for their daily 30 minute walk as part of our 'Step into Spring' initiative.

 

Step into Spring - Stir Fry Recipe

Check out this delicious healthy recipe by our catering tutor, Mairead!

 

Boost your mood with healthy food

For more info on healthy eating check out:  https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/da7f19-eat-well/# 

 

Step into Spring Week 3 - Wall Sit

Check out demo by Steve for Wall Sit exercise:

 

Step into Spring Week 3 - Get Walking

It is week 3 of the 'Step into Spring' initiative so get out in the fresh air and walk for 30 minutes a day.

 

Spring Photo Hunt

The weather hasn't been great this week but here are some beautiful photos sent in by Sharif, computer course when out for his walk around Sligo town and a lovely sunset by Josh, sports course.

Tips for supporting mental health during COVID-19

 

Crisis Text Line - Text 50808

 

Step into Spring - Get Walking

It may not feel like Spring this morning with the rain but try get out for a 30 minute walk today despite the weather ☔
"There's no such thing as bad weather just inappropriate clothing" by Ranulph Fiennes 

Benefits of Walking

Poster designed by Aimée, computer trainee

 

Art with Catherine - Spring Drawing

Some lovely spring drawing of a rabbit from Catherine, Art Tutor🐰

 

The 5 ways to Wellbeing

Check out this video and follow the five step plan to maintain and improve your physical and mental wellbeing while learning at home:  Connect, Be Active, Keep Learning, Take Notice and Give.

For more info go to mentalhealthireland.ie

 

Step into Spring Week 2 - Go for a Walk

 

Illustration by Catherine, Art Tutor

Step into Spring Week 2 - Water Bottle Challenge

Why not try out this exercise challenge demonstrated by Steve, Sports Tutor every day this week!  

• You need a bottle full with water/liquid.
• Hold the bottle with both hands straight out in front of you for as long as you can.
• Repeat it more than once if you can!

Check out the demo by Steve for the Water Bottle Challenge

Step into Spring Week 2 - The more you move the better your mood

It is week 2 of the 'Step into Spring' initiative so get out in the fresh air and walk for 30 minutes a day. Little things like walking can improve your mental health.
Check out https://www2.hse.ie/services/campaigns/littlethings/about-littlethings.html and https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/  for plenty of useful tips and advice on the little things we can do to improve our mental health.  

 

Step into Spring Week 2

 Illustration by Catherine, art tutor

Step into Spring - Calm the mind without trying

Check out this short introduction to meditation video 'calm the mind without trying' with the fantastic John Graham.  John has worked successfully with groups in our centre on a number of occasions and he put this lovely meditation session together especially for Sligo CTC.  

YouTube link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfhWGyA_hR4

 

Step into Spring Nature Photo Hunt