Doing Leisure Activities
Think about the types of leisure activities you want to do.
Type of activity: Planning and reviewing
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support
Suggested duration: 15-30 minutes
Skills and knowledge: Decision making, Planning, Self-assessment
Additional resources you might need: Pen and paper
Resource sheets
Guide to reviewing and planning (G8)
Activity Ideas (66)
Find leisure activities in your local area.
Type of activity: Finding information
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support
Skills and knowledge: Digital, Networking
Additional resources you might need: Phone, Referrals, Web access
Resource sheets
Guide to searching online (G9)
Take up activities that help you lead a healthy lifestyle.
Type of activity: Taking action
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support, Group
Skills and knowledge: Heath and wellbeing, Planning
Additional resources you might need: Sports and leisure equipment
Join a buddy or befriending scheme to enjoy an active social life.
Type of activity: Supporting each other
Who the activity is for: Individual
Skills and knowledge: Advocacy, Communication, Peer support, Social
Resource sheets
Information Sheet: Buddy / Befriending Schemes (69)
Network with friends to arrange your own social events and leisure activities.
Type of activity: Supporting each other
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support, Group
Skills and knowledge: Communication, Networking, Social
Additional resources you might need: Phone, Social media
Plan your week to make sure you give yourself time to relax and chill out.
Type of activity: Planning and reviewing
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support
Skills and knowledge: Planning, Self-assessment
Additional resources you might need: Diaries, Pen and paper
Resource sheets
Template: My Week (T2)
