HOPS

Healing

Opportunities

HOPS is a Sunderland-based charity. We offer healing therapies and group activities to reduce stress and pain, and boost wellbeing.

What's On at HOPS

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About HOPS

About HOPS

We reach out to unpaid Carers, those with long-term health conditions, and anyone in need. Our therapies benefit mind and body – easing pain and stress and lifting self-worth. Our classes and activities bring communities together
to support wellbeing.

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At our last Carers' Coffee morning we had a great time in our Flags and Banners workshop. Part of the Stephenson Trail project by The Cultural Spring. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

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But of course it is. We know meditation is good for you. HOPS - Healing Opportunities Wellbeing Service has a wonderful meditation course, online, every Wednesday. To join us, drop us a message or email on info@healing-sunderland.org.uk ... See MoreSee Less

BBC Radio 4 - Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley - How meditation can help your mood, memory and immune system

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Dr Michael Mosley explores how daily mindfulness practice can help transform your mood.

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3 weeks ago

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Our Classes

Singing for Fun

Something for Everyone!

Join our weekly classes in person or online, all year round: singing, yoga, crafts, meditation, mindfulness and more. See the latest updates on our Facebook page.

Getting Together

Our in-person classes currently take place in Houghton le Spring, Fulwell and Roker, Sunderland. Everyone is welcome, and some concessionary rates are available – just ask.

Carers Connect

Carers Connect is our support group for unpaid Carers. If you’re a Carer, you can also join our regular coffee mornings at The Old Rectory, which are free to attend. Email info@healing-sunderland.org.uk

Finding Balance & Peace

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Finding Balance & Peace

We offer accessible holistic therapy sessions to help ease stress and pain, and restore balance: shiatsu, sports massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, Indian head massage and Reiki healing.

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Donate

Your donations, no matter how big or small, are deeply appreciated. Your kindness helps us continue our work, day after day.