Darren Anderson – Minds of Recovery
Darren Anderson is the founder of Minds of Recovery, a community-based charity in Irvine dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery journey. With lived experience and a strong passion for helping others, Darren delivers honest, relatable, and empowering conversations around mental health, addiction, and personal growth. His approach is grounded, compassionate, and practical, offering hope while walking alongside people as they move towards new destinations in their lives. Darren will be joining us at Jamie’s Sanctuary to deliver a chat at our drop-in, sharing insight, encouragement, and real-life perspective on recovery and resilience.
Christmas Drop-In Special: We’re getting festive! Come along in your Christmas pj’s, festive jumpers, or anything with a bit of sparkle. There will be Christmas games, plenty of laughs, and lots of chances to connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming space. No pressure – just good vibes, festive fun, and togetherness during the Christmas season.
And of course, pizza, snacks, and drinks are all free of charge—so whether you’re looking for professional advice, peer support, or just a welcoming space to connect with like-minded people, we’d love to see you there. 1:1’s also available in complete confidence
You are not alone—there is strength in numbers.