The community has always been at the heart of the Fans Museum, whether that is viewing the collection or events at the museum or our many community outreach events. Our outreach covers care schemes, schools, hospitals, shopping centres and much more. See our timeline below for the history of our community and outreach work
Starting the week with #Positives and seeing smiles on faces just makes it all extra special. Today we started our outreach partnership with Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe C.I.C on North Bridge street, basically opposite side of the Wearmouth Bridge, so please try and drop in for a chat…
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We are here and all set up, please try and get down and see us all City of Sunderland South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust North Sunderland CommunityMental healthUnited Minds Football ClubFulwell 73 ProductionsLet’s Talk SARA – SouthwickUniversity of SunderlandSouthwick REACH (Research Education Arts and Culture Home)Southwick Village Green…
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Well the rain didn’t deter the guys, just proves what the word #team means A great night, loads of smiles, laughs and most importantly, the energy these guys are performing at, but it’s always great to get feedback, and what about this statement from Kieron Brady. ” Those coming to…
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What a start of the week, doing what we do and love best, meeting all ages and abilities and sharing memories. An amazing day with The Elms in Chester Le Street, for Karbon Homes, the residents and families and staff were all amazing to say the least. One aspect typifies…
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Another great session with the forever growing Fans Hub to support all with Mental Health adversities How amazing is seeing the first image of Robson and James, in attendance and focused even though they have faced other battles, Robson now in a sling with fractures, and James who suffered a…
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A growing team that is working so hard each session, and building more mechanisms to improve themselves on and off the pitch Thank you to Darren Williams for this session, and we look forward to seeing you all again next Wednesday 6pm at Thompson Park for a 6.30pm start Do…
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Not even the weather can keep these guys #morale suppressed From a concept to now seeing what can work has been amazing, and seeing new members join even on the night is again, something I’m so proud of being part of. The journey isn’t slowing down, there are a number…
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Another amazing night had by a group of amazing men, as well as a few parents and grandparents on the sidelines who are loving being part of there families developments towards the battle of #mentalhealth Welcome to our new members, and remember folks, please consider this yourself, or anyone you…
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Another amazing session from the guys, and the new members, the levels are growing in all manners, from concentration to composure on the ball See you all Wednesday, Thompson Park from 6pm, and if you want to get involved and get fit, and focused, please drop me an email, Michael@fansmuseum.org…
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What keeps us all focused is what we do, and achieve, just like these guys, anyone who feels the pressure and wants to escape, please get in touch, our sessions can certainly inspire and grow many connections as well as supporting what is required most of all. Everyone meet our…
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We can’t wait for tomorrow night’s performance at the The Customs House Ben Gettings play set on our amazing Wearmouth Bridge brings to the forefront the awareness of Mental Health and the connectivity of us #Fans we are proud that our Fans Hub will be in attendance pushing boundaries and…
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Wednesday, can only mean one thing, seeing the guys who won’t say ‘NO’ If you feel you need to be part of something and enjoy football, and not only want to get mentally stimulated but physically too, don’t use the excuse by saying I’ll do it next week, start today.…
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Another session, and more new members, if you fancy it, message me, you won’t be disappointed #mentalhealth #teambuilding #friendship Michael@fansmuseum.org South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Bristol Street Motors Mental health Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe C.I.C Sunderland Mind Page Karbon Homes South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation…
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Huge Happy Birthday to one our our coaches, Kieron Brady we had to give him a little surprise to show our appreciation. Seriously folks, the dedication and determination from the team who are turning up week in week our needs you, we want to double our attendance and give help…
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An amazing day’s outreach, engaging with a number of great organisations of likeminded goals Huge thank you to Karbon Homes for the opportunity to represent them to the grand opening of the Howdon Community Hub meeting some of tne teachers and pupils from Denbigh Community Primary School as well as…
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We just #LOVE creating #memories, what an amazing day, thank you everyone who joined us and helps grow the only #fansmuseum of its kind in the #World
So proud of the guys and girls who have attended today, a day to come together more so, and break the stigma attached to many who have harder day to day lives. Anyone who would like to get involved and build their self esteem with a group full of #encouragement…
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Another amazing session with Falstone Manor care scheme. A great day was had by all, and as always some great memories were created today, and by revoking these brings joy that you just can’t believe. The power of our collection is vast, and we hope to share more news about…
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Another session ticked off, and 4 more newcomers Well done guys, the transformation in you all is incredible, and the will and desire is there for all to see and appreciate. See you all again this Wednesday, at Goals Sunderland 6.30pm till 8.30pm, anyone else want to build their self…
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An amazing day in conjunction with #UNISON at City Hall raising awareness towards Men’s International Health Day. Huge appreciation to Mayoress Dorothy Trueman and Consort Councillor Henry Trueman for the attendance and support today also, we truly appreciate it. Welcoming along today City Hospitals Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Sunderland City…
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Another session back at St Aidan’s Academy, no session this week due to the match, but another great session was enjoyed by all. If you want to get involved please drop us a message, it would be our pleasure to make you part of a team with one purpose @followers…
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Another amazing day reaching out to #fans from all around the world, particularly in South Africa national football team bit an amazing day in Aldwych Court, South Shields South Tyneside Council Meeting some amazing folk who like all have a #Love for the beautiful game and the #memories it has…
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What can I say, #Proud #Humbled #Grateful Thank you everyone who nominated and then took the time to vote, what means the world is seeing our team members who have recently joined win awards due to how well they have adapted and broken #stigmas to build self esteem and confidence…
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What can I say, #Proud #Humbled #Grateful Thank you everyone who nominated and then took the time to vote, what means the world is seeing our team members who have recently joined win awards due to how well they have adapted and broken #stigmas to build self esteem and confidence…
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Another great session, and the last one for the year is tomorrow, and we welcome Darren Williams along to take the session. If you fancy it get in touch, or just pop in, 6pm till 8pm St Aidan’s Catholic Academy #wellbeing #support #mentalhealthmatters #Teamwork #passionwithapurpose
Happy Friday everyone. A great success for the first Ron Hedley walk to support Prostate Cancer UK and The Bob Willis Fund Over 100 attendees, a lot of media coverage, apologies to @George Caulkin for starting it just as he was reporting on the Newcastle game I know I brought…
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Happy Friday everyone. A great success for the first Ron Hedley walk to support Prostate Cancer UK and The Bob Willis Fund Over 100 attendees, a lot of media coverage, apologies to George Caulkin for starting it just as he was reporting on the Newcastle game I know I brought…
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Seeing as though the guys have done so well and not only been ever present, but also winning awards A little surprise trip to National Railway Museum Shildon was on the cards. So proud of the guys who attend our weekly #ASD group, we really can’t express just how well…
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Go on the lads Another great session and some new members in attendance, and so many friendships have blossomed in this period of time, as well as social prescribing between the group. Seeing these guys bond, blossom and become fitter, both mentally and physically is proof just what can be…
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Another amazing session on a miserable night, but the guys all did amazing. Reece the cat was on firm in goal, a couple of notches for Charlie, and Nessy bagged his 1,000th goal since July Seeing these guys develop weekly is an amazing feeling, the bond has grown and the…
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