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Welcome

Our aim is to build a future where every person thrives, and no one just survives. We support people experiencing disadvantage in Lincolnshire to:

  • Build their trust and confidence – by providing a safe space where we listen/value what they have to say.
  • Develop their capacity and skills – by building on their strengths/aspirations and providing training to improve their economic prospects.
  • Improve their health and wellbeing – by providing a range of services to support mental health.
  • Engage and benefit from additional support – by encouraging service participants to speak out, and advocating for them as they seek specialist support about issues affecting their lives.

Our core delivery is based around two forms of activity:

1)           1-1 coaching and mentoring programmes and advocacy support working with beneficiaries from a broad background  including individuals with poor mental health, ex-offenders, individuals furthest from the employment market and rough sleepers.

2)           Creative, peer led, group sessions that provide an additional space for support, friendship, and creativity.

Supporting over 500 beneficiaries a year, our four main projects include:

  • Step in the Right Direction – a one-to-one coaching/mentoring programme
  • Bridging the Gap – a reducing reoffending project
  • Better Together – a collaborative project with two other charities in Lincoln offering a programme of mentoring and coaching, therapeutic garden-based activities, volunteering and training/work experience and support into employment.
  • Project Compass – our homelessness advocacy support project.

Our projects are supported by a team of 17 which includes 14 dedicated development workers who bring an array of skills to their roles and are all passionate about supporting people from all backgrounds in moving forward with their lives.

 

For more information on each of our projects visit the Our Projects section.

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9 hours ago

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Spring is the perfect time to reconnect — with nature, with your creativity, and with your community.Making Spring 2026 blends art, exploration and wellbeing in beautiful Boultham Park. Take part in engaging activities like paper flower making, nature walks with lunch, creative art classes and more — designed to help you slow down and enjoy the season. Bring friends or family for a peaceful and playful day out!To find out more and book your place visit the website - www.lumina.uk.com/event-details/making-spring-2026Lumina is a Social Enterprise and all profits go to a Lincoln based charity, developmentplus, who support people in our community who may be experiencing disadvantage. ... See MoreSee Less
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Graeme from our Bridging the Gap project holds a Tai Chi class every other Wednesday for people attending our groups. Practicing Tai Chi improves balance, reduces stress, strengthens muscles, and enhances overall wellbeing through slow, controlled movements and focused breathing. For the people that come along it is also an opportunity to meet new people. ... See MoreSee Less
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