Oswestry Mens Shed has developed continuously since its inception and we are proud of the progress we have made over that time. We believe we have significantly helped to combat the negative impact that loneliness and isolation can have on a person’s health and wellbeing.
Men typically find it more difficult to build social connections than women, and compared with women of a similar age, fewer older men have networks of friends and they rarely share personal concerns about health and personal worries. For many men their personal identity and purpose reside in their career and when that is disrupted we can feel lost. That may be due to retirement, bereavement, or maybe an injury or other personal issue, Men’s Sheds can address some of that and we have done our best to fulfill these objectives.
Oswestry Mens Shed welcomes men from all backgrounds, and acknowledges the invaluable support of the Oswestry Showground and its board of Trustees in providing a location for our home. As an agricultural society they understand the problems faced by men within their industry.
Suicide rates are higher amongst those working in specific agricultural roles such as harvesting crops and rearing animals. “It is extremely concerning that more than one farmer a week takes their own life in the UK. Men's Sheds in the rural community aim to get as many people as possible talking about their problems."
"Taking small steps such as checking in on someone or providing a venue where a listening ear can be a lifeline for someone who is experiencing difficulties.”
This is why we, as the members of Oswestry Mens Shed would like to offer a big thank you to the Oswestry Showground for their ongoing understanding and help in our venture.
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