As the festive season settles across Devon, we’re reminded how powerful small acts of kindness can be. This time of year can bring joy, reflection, and sometimes a few challenges, which is why our team has been working to spark connection, comfort, and hope in every corner of our community. Read on to find out more.
Our team have been busy sprinkling a little extra kindness around Devon. We’ve launched a mini community campaign, leaving messages of hope and positivity at different locations for anyone to pick up. Whether it’s a reminder to take a deep breath, a kind word to brighten a tough day, or a note of festive cheer, we hope these small surprises bring big smiles to the people who find them. Keep an eye out, you might just spot one on your next visit into town!
We’re thrilled to be a part of the Princesshay Charity Christmas Tree event!
This year’s tree shines even brighter thanks to the incredible individuals we support, who helped craft and decorate beautiful ornaments. From glittering stars to heartfelt messages, every decoration tells a story of creativity, resilience, and community spirit.
If you’re passing through Princesshay this month, be sure to stop by and admire our tree, it’s a true celebration of togetherness.
Throughout December, we will be sharing five powerful stories.
Each story shows courage, recovery, and hope, made possible by donations from people like you. We hope these voices spark connection, reduce stigma, and remind people that support is always within reach.
This Christmas, you can help us bring hope and wellbeing to more people across Devon.
Every donation you make will light up a bulb on our Lights of Hope virtual Christmas tree, each symbolising a message of hope for people living with mental health challenges, learning disabilities, and neurodiversity.
We’re ending the year with some brilliant news from our BeWell@StepOne programme!
We can’t wait to welcome more people along to both activities in the new year.
From all of us at Step One Charity, thank you for your continued support throughout 2025. Whether you’re celebrating or taking things quietly this year, we’re wishing you warmth, connection, and moments of calm.
While the festive season can bring joy, it can also be overwhelming, and if you’re finding things difficult, help is available 24/7.
NHS 111 can provide urgent medical advice and direct you to the right mental health support.
Samaritans are available day and night on 116 123, offering a non-judgemental listening ear whenever you need it.
Please reach out if you or someone you know needs immediate support. You are never alone.
