Virginia Housing Cohort
Trainer: Penny Training: VA ACT Peer Cohort Contact: penny_liles@med.unc.edu
Events
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Yoga & Breathing
This group focuses on using yoga to promote wellness and connect the mind and body. Sessions may include gentle stretching and twisting, breathing techniques and guided imagery. The instructor emphasizes listening to your body and feeling empowered. Date: Every Wednesday and Thursday Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups … Read more
Equine Therapy
Learn healthy connection and communication from horses, the ultimate teachers. They have a unique ability to physiologically reduce symptoms, foster honesty and increase overall resilience. Date: Every Thursday Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Location: Off-Site* * Locations Contact Matt Ballard for location details Activities Weekly group-based activities focused around promoting overall health and well-being for … Read more
Healthy Cooking & Lunch
This group focuses on healthy and delicious cooking instruction on a limited budget and to work on increasing greater appreciation for food. We cook along with and socialize with each other. All skill levels are encouraged. Date: Every Wednesday and Thursday Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups are … Read more
Music Over Mind
This group provides participants with the creative space to play an instrument, sing, and read poetry or prose with each other. All skill levels are encouraged. Date: Every Wednesday and Thursday Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane** Locations Groups are currently located at the UNC Farm at Penny Lane (263 … Read more
Community Volunteer Workday
We meet as a community to tend the farm. Volunteers assist with planting, watering, weeding, mulching, harvesting and special projects. Sign up at http://signup.com/go/LoRwSa.. Date: Every Friday (ongoing) Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane COVID-19 Safety Precautions Brief symptom screenings and masks will be required for shuttle transportation. Participants will … Read more
Brushes with Life
This group provides visual and expressive arts activities where participants can select from a wide range of mediums to express their thoughts and feelings. All skill levels are encouraged. Date: Every Friday Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups are currently located at the UNC Farm at Penny Lane … Read more
Creative Writing
This group aims to deepen personal vocabularies of presence, observation, and joy to become both more comfortable and more intentional in the ways we communicate with ourselves and others in the process of recovery. Date: Every Friday Time: 2:30 – 4:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups are currently located at the … Read more
Therapeutic Horticulture
UNC Farm at Penny LaneThis group provides plant-based activities in and around the garden to help lower anxiety, boost your mood and encourage physical activity and regular outdoor time. Date: Every Monday (ongoing) Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups are currently located at the UNC Farm at Penny Lane (263 Penny Lane, … Read more
Food & Mood
UNC Farm at Penny LaneThis group explores how food can influence how we feel about ourselves and others. Topics include: healthy menus & budgeting strategies, body image and the brain-gut axis. A free farm lunch is offered before the class. Date: Every Monday (ongoing) Time: 1:30 – 2:30pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane* Locations Groups are currently … Read more
Emotional Resiliency Skills
This group provides a way to check in weekly with other peers and focuses on supporting your recovery goals through various self-management skills and mindfulness practices. Date: Every Monday (ongoing) Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm Location: Hybrid Locations Groups are currently located at the UNC Farm at Penny Lane (263 Penny Lane, Pittsboro, NC 27312), or … Read more
Community Volunteer Workday
We meet as a community to tend the farm. Volunteers assist with planting, watering, weeding, mulching, harvesting and special projects. Sign up at http://signup.com/go/LoRwSa.. Date: Every Monday (ongoing) Time: 3:00 - 5:00pm Location: In-person, Farm at Penny Lane COVID-19 Safety Precautions Brief symptom screenings and masks will be required for shuttle transportation. Participants will … Read more