Improving Mental Wellness Through Woodworking

Virtual and In-Person Woodworking Courses

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our mission is to improve mental wellness through woodworking. We offer a wide variety of in person and virtual woodworking courses. These courses can be free if you are an adult or Veteran with a mental health diagnosis or physical disability.

In-Person course locations include Rockford, IL, Detroit, MI, Timberville, VA, Fairfax, VA (NovaLabs), Laurel, MD, Lexington, MA (LexArt), and Aiken, SC. Each course will specify if it is virtual or in-person.

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"I fight depression and am overall just very stressed about life right now. Working on a project allows me to focus on that one thing, and solve the problems inside of that project and that project alone, which is a relief from burning myself out stressing about every other problem I have yet to solve outside of woodworking. Getting the opportunity to connect with other people in the community is a wonderful way to build this part of my life."
"I am a left-leg amputee at the hip because of cancer. Since the amputation, I have had to adapt many of my hobbies and find creative outlets that I am still able to do safely. Woodworking has been a creative outlet for me to work to create beautiful things. It has helped me be reflective and find beauty through difficult times."
"I have struggled with anxiety and depression for the better (or worst) part of my life. I unfortunately have had suicidal ideation and attempted to take my life not long ago. Woodworking has helped tremendously, it brings some calm focus into my life. With Plane Wellness, I feel less alone."
"I have suffered from anxiety and depression as long as I can remember. Due to a high-stress career and resulting severe burnout, I ended up having to retire early. Woodworking has been filled that void, giving me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Being in the shop is a great diversion — a reprieve from my cares and concerns. I really enjoy learning and improving my skills and look forward to future classes!
"Being disabled in the way that I am, I lost my independence. In doing so I lost communication with most of the outside world and lost 99% of my friends as well. So these courses help connect me with others of like mind and that is beyond invaluable to me."
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