February 12, 2015

Pets and Pals monthly walk provides Time to Talk

Pets and Pals is a CIC started by one of our very own champions- Richard Adamson. Richard wanted to start a company that facilitated walks (with optional canine companion) around Liverpool’s parks, that give people who attend the space and the freedom to talk openly about their feelings.

‘It’s not just about mental health’ explains Mi Project worker Ryan ‘The project could help people who are isolated or struggling with their feelings too. It’s really just for anyone who wants to try something new and meet some new people… and I guess their dogs too in some cases!’

The project fits perfectly with the message of Time to Talk day, so it’s no wonder that the walk was particularly well attended as issues surrounding breaking the stigma of mental health were on everybody’s mind.

The project currently runs monthly walks n Sefton park and Newsham park, usually on the first wednesday of every month. Richard wants to grow the project to cover more parks across Liverpool.

To find out more about Pets and Pals you can follow them on twitter @petsandpalscic