Creating a transformative space for change : a qualitative evaluation of the RHS Wellbeing Programme for people with long-term conditions

Howarth, ML; Lawler, C; Da Silva, A

Abstract

Purpose: Our research aimed to evaluate the impact of the RHS Wellbeing (WB) Programme on people with long-term conditions.
Findings: A thematic analysis identified how the WB programme facilitated improved social connectivity, sense of wellbeing and purpose through the creation of a ‘healthy, natural and safe space’ predicated on ‘person-centred approaches’. Participants felt they were ‘part of something larger’ which enabled ‘transformation of their health and wellbeing’.
Conclusions: The WB Programme offered space to grow, heal and reconnect. Losing oneself in a nature-based space can have a lasting transformative impact on individuals.

Citation

Howarth, M., Lawler, C., & Da Silva, A. (2021). Creating a transformative space for change : a qualitative evaluation of the RHS Wellbeing Programme for people with long-term conditions. Health and Place, 71, 102654. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2021.102654

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Aug 9, 2021
• Online Publication Date: Aug 19, 2021
• Publication Date: Sep 1, 2021
• Deposit Date: Aug 12, 2021
• Publicly Available Date: Feb 19, 2023
• Journal: Health & Place
• Print ISSN: 1353-8292
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Volume: 71
• Pages: 102654
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2021.102654
• Publisher URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2021.102654
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