So you’ve been invited to a workshop…
Living in your own home and paying the bills can be challenging at times for everyone, but it can help to have space to discuss and refresh what you already know, and to build new skills and gain knowledge, and hear other people’s experiences.
You’ll find all the information you need on this page to understand more about the workshops, what they cover, who delivers them, how they are delivered and how others have found the workshops. If you’ve got any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of the facilitators below.
Introducing… Your Own Place Workshops and 1-2-1 Support
Workshop topics can include things such as managing your money and budgeting, bills and expenses, housing options, digital skills, shopping around to get the most out of your money, and exploring managing debt and what APR is – we aim to make them fun with interactive activities!
What are the workshops like?
The group workshops are an informal and friendly way to learn new skills in order to get to grips with living in your own place; they are also an opportunity to meet new people and recognise and share the skills you already have. You can participate in the way you feel comfortable and join in as much or as little as you want; you may want to get fully involved or listen and absorb information.
To the right is a picture of one of our “roadmaps” that we share at the beginning of each day – it’s like an agenda. Typically, we start with space to feel comfortable, and share expectations and an outline for the session, however the structure can change so speak to your facilitator if you’d like a definite plan of the session.
Each session or workshop may include activities on topics such as budgeting, housing options, goals, rights and responsibilities. Each activity provides space for you to share your experience, skills and knowledge, and listen to others.
How are the workshops delivered?
Workshops are delivered in-person, online, in groups and/or 1-2-1. This will depend on your situation. Face-to-face, in-person group workshops run at different times of the day or across several days. They can be anywhere from two hours up to three days. 1-2-1 sessions are often 1-2hours over a course of a few weeks and are designed to fit around you.
An example of a 1-2-1 session
An example of a face-to-face group workshop
Who delivers the workshops?
Belinda
belinda@yourownplace.org.uk | 07523 938272
Current projects: Based in Colchester, working with people in supported accommodation (in partnership with Colchester Borough Homes)
Beth
beth@yourownplace.org.uk | 07764 213381
Current projects: Working with care-experienced 16-25yo young people across Norfolk
Bianca
bianca@yourownplace.org.uk | 07596 534239
Current projects: Working with care-experienced 16-25yo young people across Norwich
Caroline
caroline.moore@yourownplace.org.uk | 07706 610911
Current projects: Online delivery in partnership with SNG | Community-based work, based in the Chantry in Norwich
Emily
emily@yourownplace.org.uk | 07948 302875
Current projects: Delivering three-day group workshops across the UK | Facilitating Freebridge tenant engagement work
Jess M
jessica@yourownplace.org.uk | 07754 671985
Current projects: Working in partnership with Norwich Foodbank to create a Lived Experience Panel
Mike
mike@yourownplace.org.uk | 07704 303194
Current projects: Community-based work, including 1-2-1s, in Diss and Wymondham
Workshop Values
Values are important to us at Your Own Place, so we always review them at the beginning of a workshop – and offer space for you to add your own.
Accessibility + Support
Learning support needs
If you have learning support needs, diagnosed or undiagnosed, let us know how to support you and how you get the best out of learning. Our workshops are designed to support neurodiversity, and our facilitators are experienced at supporting neurodiverse trainees.
Disabilities
If you have a disability, the venues we use are all different but include accessible and inclusive locations. Please let us know your needs so that we can ensure venues are accessible.
Mental Health + Wellbeing
We understand that mental health can have an impact on learning and participating. Our former Your Own Place Advisory Board’s Mental Health Panel worked together to create a report giving clear recommendations to ensure that our workshops are mental health-friendly too. Please communicate any needs with us so we can support you in attending.
