"The wellbeing programme at Hastings Direct have invited A Touch of Gentleness to a few of our events, and each time they have never disappointed. Those who have their hands massaged with the wonderful cohort of volunteers have nothing but positive words on their experience. Just by merely listening to our colleagues and having meaningful conversations, raises both their confidence and wellbeing. I look forward to inviting them back again to Hastings later this year."

“The session for our year 3 pupils was really enjoyed by the children and their parents commented on how excited the children were to give them a hand massage and show what they had learnt. On a deeper educational level it promoted our values as a church school - to give rather than receive, to show kindness and trust. It also taught children a valuable lesson about consent and touch, covering important aspects of PSHE and safeguarding curriculum.”
 

“[ATOG] kindly came to our staff event. What they provide is truly unique and very much needed in todays 'busy' and digitally (not physically) connected world. Our staff, after 20 minutes of touch and chatting, appeared calmer and spoke of how much they enjoyed this connection. The power of touch whilst connecting with someone has been lost from todays society - thank you to all the amazing volunteers and team for reminding us of this importance of this for humans to feel seen, heard and valued.”

"Such a well governed organisation with high ethical values that match our own. Our guests absolutely, volunteers and dignitaries were queuing up for a hand massage throughout out 3 hour event. The power of gentle touch was clear to be seen. I cried gentle tears it was so wonderful. Please do come again! Thank you."

"A Touch of Gentleness are a remarkable organisation. We have been working together this year to support family and informal carers through offering hand massages in Hastings. These have been greatly enjoyed and appreciated by our carers. As one told us afterwards “Oh my goodness me! That was so relaxing and I feel silky smooth now… I’ll definitely be back.”

"A Touch of Gentleness provide a fantastic service to our members at Lunch Positive, many of whom have experienced stigma and social isolation in their lives. The volunteers are kind, considerate and mindful of being in a safe and confidential space. Touch is also such a powerful tool in boosting wellbeing."
 

"The hand massage sessions have been a huge hit. We initially began with a single inpatient with a number of sensory requirements... these had an hugely calming effect... extremely beneficial in an often overwhelming ward environment... we eventually scheduled these to take place weekly. The ward team also noticed the positive effects... So that we can offer this service to more of our patients, families and staff, A Touch of Gentleness are coming to train a cohort of our volunteers."

"Myself and all the residents thoroughly enjoyed welcoming [A Touch of Gentleness] to Cheneys Lodge Retirement Scheme. Their lovely manner, and relaxed approach put everyone at ease, and all who underwent a massage, stated it was' calming, so relaxing and the oils used smelt lovely, many slept well too. An all round enjoyable experience! So much so, we have set up repeat visits ... and look forward to welcoming them again soon."
 

"A Touch of Gentleness have twice visited our Kinship Support Groups to offer their wonderful hand massages. Kinship care is when children are raised by a family member when birth parents are unable to for many reasons. Mainly we are grandparents. We get little support, so any treats such as these ... are a haven in our busy lives, they're so therapeutic, and much appreciated. We left our support group meeting feeling so wonderfully relaxed."