An increasing sense of empowerment, belonging and ownership of the project has led patients to:

• Befriend and support other patients, involving them in activities outside the project.
• Carry responsibility for setting up and maintaining aspects of the project, notably the planning and erection of Vanbrugh Community Garden and also contributing to public and social events including fundraising.
• Set up and run a tea and crafts group open to the public
• Engage in teaching sessions for GP registrars, contributing to newsletters and other material about the approach.
• Some patients have taken up further study. Others are volunteering for local charities. Some have been able to go back into employment or started up their own businesses.