Meet a Changemaker: Kathy Holdsworth, Mindful Crafts Facilitator

Kathy has lived and worked in Newham for over 43 years – primarily in early years education and later in mental health support. After retiring, she began suffering from anxiety and depression; seeking a way to help herself and others, she started a craft group, as she was aware that many others were facing similar challenges during the pandemic. This became ‘Craft Central’, held every Tuesday at the café in Central Park, and the group has since become a lifeline for many in the local community who struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, and other issues.