Empower aims to support young people aged 11-12 to manage their psychological wellbeing and physical health to fulfil a happier, healthier lifestyle.

To EMPOWER young people to strengthen their mind, body and social wellbeing in a safe, supportive environment. Weekly sessions will include fun games and physical activity in combination with valuable wellbeing workshops delivered by our coaches.  

Current sessions:
Sessions run on Tuesdays, 4:30pm - 5:45pm at Derwent Family Youth and Community Centre, Chaddesden, DE21 6BD 

Eligibility: Young people aged 11 and 12 who would benefit from low-level wellbeing support. A list of exclusion criteria is available to view here 

Derby County Community Trust will be unable to provide a place when: 
- The young person being referred is on a waiting list or already accessing CAMHS services. 
- Where an alternative specialist service would be more appropriate. 
- Where a young person is having treatment for OCD, PTSD, eating disorders or trauma, moderate or longstanding depression symptoms, conduct disorder. 
- Self-harm which is moderate to severe in nature and requires medical attention or where there is a risk of death or serious injury by misadventure. 
- Complexity of presentation is not suitable for the programme. 
- The child is in a current mental health crisis.  

For more information please fill in the form below or contact Chelsea Moore, Physical Activity and Health Officer: [email protected]