CAP Life Skills

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Life Skills - Starting 22nd April 2026 – 10.30am

Light & Life Centre, St Austell

What is Cap Life Skills?

8 week practical course to help anyone who is finding it a challenge to live on their income. It impacts what we can or can’t afford, our relationships, what we eat, our health and wellbeing and much more. Comments from last course ‘great community spirit, no judgement, learnt new skills, lovely group, amazing food each week’.

CAP Life Skills is a friendly place where you’ll gain practical skills and discover new ways to live for a brighter future. The 8 week courses starts on 22nd April (10.30am) with a taster session with week one the following week – 29th April at 10.30am.

Is it for me?

We’ll look at how to stay on top of your household bills, see your money go further, eat well on a budget, grow in self-confidence and how to improve your relationships. If you need any help on any of the above, this is for you.

What do the 8 weeks cover?

Week 1 – Lifting the pressure – what pressures are in your life to spend? is this a need or a want? Thankfulness and being content

Week 2 – Taking control –looking at creating a budget – money in and money out – looking at priority needs

Week 3 - Making your money go further – shopping on a budget – cut costs, cut back or cut out – using cash

Week 4 – Staying in control of your home energy – how/where do you use energy in the home – sharing tips on how to cut down – how to read meters/understand bills

Week 5 – Cooking on a budget – Different food groups – what’s a balanced diet – planning meals – practical cooking

Week 6 – Healthy you – impact food can have on your emotions – food labels – mental wellbeing – learning a new skill – self worth

Week 7 – Healthy relationships – focusing on either communication, forgiveness or loving others

Week 8 – Celebration – celebrate what you have achieved, encourage others and next steps and staying in touch

How do I sign up? To book your free place, please contact Andy Payne at andypayne@caplifeskills.org

Anything else I should know?

On each of the 8 weeks, there will be a free lunch, with costed out ingredients for you.