Friends and business partners Rachel Hunt and Donna Elmes have lost count of how many times they have heard that said since they set up their CIC The- Oasis in 2023. Both passionate about helping people who are struggling with a range of mental health issues, the duo host sessions every Thursday evening at Briercliffe Community Centre. And while they have built up a regular client base they are keen to get the message out there to the people of Burnley that they exist as they want to help as many people as possible who may be struggling to get through life.
Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Burnley Express, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you. Offering a range of social activities, from arts and crafts to dance lessons and music-making sessions the aim of The-Oasis is to help people gain confidence, live a balanced life, and have fun in the process. Rachel and Donna’s vision is to create a holistic wellness centre that offers mental health support and relaxation therapies under one roof, targeting both emotional and physical well-being.
Their mission is to improve lives by providing accessible and affordable mental health support and relaxation therapies and they have created a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes well-being and self-care for all. Both are trained professionals. Donna has worked all her life in mental health and has qualifications in health and social care and counselling.
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