OUR PROJECTS

Community Wellness Benches

A Safe Space for Mental Health Support

At Wezesha Centres, we are committed to promoting mental well-being in our community. In our latest initiative, we are placing Community Wellness Benches in various public spaces such as schools, colleges, church compounds, hospitals, and parks. These eco-friendly benches serve as a dedicated safe space for anyone experiencing mental distress, providing immediate access to support and resources.

Why Community Benches?

Creating Safe Spaces: These benches are strategically placed in locations where individuals might seek a moment of respite. Whether you’re a student overwhelmed with exams, a parent needing a break, or anyone feeling the weight of life’s challenges, our benches offer a peaceful spot to collect your thoughts.
Accessible Support: Each bench is equipped with a plaque displaying our 24/7 mental health hotline number. This ensures that anyone in distress can quickly and easily reach out to our trained counselors for immediate support, no matter the time of day.
Community Connection: By placing these benches in highly frequented areas, we aim to foster a sense of community and support. They are a physical reminder that no one is alone, and help is always available.

How to use these Benches

Take a Seat: Find comfort in a designated space that acknowledges and supports your mental health needs.
Reach Out: Use the hotline number provided on the bench to connect with our 24/7 support line. Our counselors are ready to listen and provide assistance.
Spread the Word: Encourage others to use these benches and share information about their availability. Let’s work together to break the stigma around mental health.

Locations

We are continuously expanding the locations of our Community Wellness Benches. Currently, you can find them at:

Schools and Colleges: Offering support to students and staff.
Church Compounds: Providing solace and assistance to congregants.
Hospitals: Aiding patients and visitors in need of mental health support.
Parks: Giving everyone in the community a place to pause and reflect.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Our Community Wellness Benches are just one step towards a more supportive and understanding community. We invite you to join us in this endeavor by:

Donating: Your contributions help us maintain and expand this project.
Volunteering: Assist in spreading awareness and maintaining the benches.
Sharing: Tell others about our initiative and the importance of mental health support.

Donating a Bench

There are two ways to donate to our community wellness benches:

Sponsor a bench by purchasing it outright.
Adopt a bench by making monthly payments to support the initiative.

When you sponsor or adopt a bench, your family or company name will be inscribed on a plaque as a token of appreciation, along with our 24/7 hotline information.

Together, we can create a network of care that reaches everyone in our community. If you or someone you know needs help, remember that our benches and hotline are here for you.

For more information on how you can support this initiative, please contact us at 011 254 723882507.

By installing these Community Wellness Benches, we hope to make a tangible difference in the lives of those facing mental health challenges. Your support is crucial in helping us provide this essential service to our community. Thank you for being a part of this journey toward wellness and compassion.