A SUMMER wellbeing programme for vulnerable young women has received support through the Knutsford Town Council community grant scheme.

Knutsford based charity Just Drop In was awarded £1,126 towards the project which starts in August.

The innovative project aims to provide a series of weekly group sessions based on the NHS's widely recognised ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’ framework.

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Targeting vulnerable young women aged 14-17 during the potentially challenging August school holidays, the programme offers a diverse range of activities to boost emotional resilience and mental wellbeing.

Town mayor Cllr Colin Banks, who is fundraising for Just Drop In during this time in office, said “Supporting the mental health of our younger residents is both vitally important and, unfortunately, increasingly necessary.

“We’re proud to be supporting this project and hope the young women who participate greatly benefit from the scheme."

Participants will engage in a variety of enriching experiences including creative therapies art workshops guided by professional art therapists.

A course providing participants with valuable knowledge and skills in mental health awareness will give women qualifications.

Wellness walks and picnics will combine gentle exercise with social interaction and healthy eating.

Mindfulness and Meditation sessions will show women stress reduction techniques they can use in daily life.

A happy place wellbeing day will be held in the beautiful surroundings of Tatton Park.

Just Drop In, which has a strong track record of supporting young people in the north of Cheshire East, plans to work with up to 20 young women through this initiative.

Ann Wright, chief officer of Just Drop In, said “Our warm thanks to Knutsford Town Council for their grant and wider support to our charity as we work together to try and support local children who are finding life hard.

“The money will be used to fund summer activities for young women aged 14-18 to boost their health and wellbeing.”

Just Drop In will work closely with Knutsford Academy to identify and engage students who could benefit most from the programme.

They're also partnering with The Welcome to ensure the programme reaches those in greatest need.

Anyone is interested in taking part in the weekly sessions can contact Just Drop In on hello@justdropin.co.uk The community grant scheme provides grants of up to £1,500 to support community projects and activities within Knutsford. Funding priorities include providing services/opportunities for young people or older people, providing new or improved assets or services for the community and enhancing the profile or reputation of the town. The next deadline for applications is August 31.