About Us
BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH RHYTHM
The team work hard to deliver and facilitate sessions within our community, and as a group, we rely entirely on donations and local funding grants to help us continue making a positive impact in our area.
Drum 4UR Life continues to run weekly sessions in North Ayrshire for those aged 16 and over, focused on promoting positive mental health and wellbeing, along with monthly workshops across North Ayrshire.
Meet the Committee
Drum 4UR Life is shaped by a team of volunteers led by a dedicated committee.
Chairperson
Wilma Deatcher
Wilma has been part of Drum 4UR Life since 2022 and now serves on the committee. As well as being the chairperson Wilma is a Drum Circle Facilitator and supports the development of the sessions.
Committee Member
Wilma Paton
Wilma has been part of Drum 4UR Life since its beginning and now serves on the committee, offering valuable input whilst supporting the development of our sessions.​
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Project Co-ordinator
Michelle Connolly
Michelle is the project co-ordinator for Drum 4UR Life and supports the on going development of the team and community activities. Michelle creates an environment where everyone can thrive and benefit from our sessions. ​Michelle has been the community musician for Drum 4UR Life since 2019.
Secretary
Janet Smith
Janet has been involved with Drum 4UR Life since its inception and now serves on the committee as the group's recording secretary. She actively supports the development of our sessions.
Committee Member
Jon Stevenson
Jon is a Peer Tutor with RAMH North Ayrshire Wellbeing and Recovery College and plays a key role in Drum 4UR Life. He leads the team at 'Drum 4UR Life Largs' with support from the committee.
RAMH North Ayrshire Manager
Jeanette Allan
Jeanette alongside Dr Jane Bentley pioneered 'Drumming for Wellbeing' now known as Drum 4UR Life in 2019. Jeanette is the Manager of RAMH North Ayrshire Wellbeing and Recovery College where she is passionate about arts, creativity and wellbeing. Jeanette overseas the Mentorship Programme.​
Tresurer
Linda Jamieson
Linda has been part of Drum 4UR Life since 2022 and now serves on the committee. In addition to her role as treasurer, Linda is a Drum Circle Facilitator and contributes to the development of our sessions.
Committee Member
Kim Taylor
Kim was recently appointed as a RAMH PEER Champion and plays a key role within our team. With the support of the committee and co-ordinator, Kym leads the team at 'Drum 4UR Life Irvine'.
RAMH North Ayrshire PEER
Kevin Murdoch
Kevin plays a vital role in providing peer support during our sessions as the appointed peer from RAMH North Ayrshire Wellbeing & Recovery College, helping students engage with our weekly sessions. He is also a VMC 3-Day graduate and a valued member of our facilitators team.
Drum 4UR Life is served by a dedicated team of volunteers who are trained Drum Circle Facilitators.
A Mentorship Programme has been designed as part of the ongoing investment for those who have attended the UK Playshop Drum Circle Facilitation Training . These workshop are in partnership with RAMH North Ayrshire Wellbeing & Recovery College. Invited guests are welcomed as part of the training and equipping sessions.
FACILITATOR TRAINING
Our dedicated volunteers are trained facilitators who continuously develop their skills to enhance the quality of our sessions. As part of their ongoing development, they have attended the UK Playshop, a premier training event for drum circle facilitators.
Additionally, five facilitators are currently trained in Rhythm 2 Recovery, equipping them to deliver tailored, bespoke sessions designed to meet the unique needs of specific groups. This commitment to professional growth ensures that our facilitators bring expertise and creativity to every session they lead.
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We are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants in our sessions. As part of this commitment, all appointed facilitators are thoroughly vetted and hold PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) certification for working with vulnerable adults. This ensures that our facilitators meet the highest standards of safeguarding, creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved.
OUR PARTNERS
Drum 4UR Life has delivered sessions and partnered with the following organisations in 2023-2024
