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Together We Dance

Social Dance for Carers’ Wellbeing

Together We Dance is a preventative arts-and-health programme delivered in partnership with the Public Health Agency through the Clear Project.

 

Designed for parents, grandparents and unpaid carers, the programme recognises that while caring can be deeply meaningful, it can also be isolating and emotionally demanding. Together We Dance creates protected space for carers to prioritise their own wellbeing through movement, connection and creative participation.

 

Delivery Model

  • Weekly beginner-friendly social dance sessions
  • Delivered from our East Belfast community venue
  • Two structured sessions: Shake It Off and Move & Unwind
  • Free to attend
  • Self-referral model to reduce barriers

 

Classes combine gentle, accessible movement with time for informal conversation and peer connection.

 

In addition to grant-funded delivery, The programme has also been delivered in partnership with Belfast HSC Trust as part of its Hello Carers initiative.

 

Outcomes

Together We Dance supports carers to:

  • Reduce stress and emotional fatigue

  • Build social support networks

  • Increase confidence and personal wellbeing

  • Reconnect with joy and creative expression

 

As recognised Take 5 Champions, we intentionally design this programme around the five steps to wellbeing — encouraging carers to connect, be active, take notice and strengthen supportive relationships.

 

The programme has successfully completed its current funding phase and we are actively seeking support to continue and expand delivery.

 

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