We are delighted to invite you to our next Third Sector Health and Wellbeing Forum which will take place in person at Arnotdale House (FK1 5SQ) on Wednesday 11 September 2024, from 9:45am – 1:00pm (12:00 – 1:00pm for light lunch and networking). At this session, we will discuss the impacts of ageism and develop…
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Launch of the ESiP Knowledge & Skills Framework and Kitemark Accreditation
Scottish Women’s Aid are thrilled to announce the launch of the Equally Safe in Practice (ESiP) Knowledge & Skills Framework and Kitemark Accreditation. These are key tools designed to strengthen the way workforces are trained and improve practice to address violence against women and girls. This Kitemark will ensure staff, partners, and the wider community…
Working Health Services Information Session
The NHS Working Health Service Team are hosting a FREE online information session on Wednesday 4 September, from 10am-11am. These sessions will highlight the Working Health Services available across Forth Valley, and the range of support available to support your organisation to support your staff team. The Working Health Service provides support to employees of…
Creative Connections Project – Artlink Central
Creative Connections is an Artlink Central project being led by Lewis Bissett and Joanne Boyle in the Camelon, Larbert, and North Falkirk area. This is an art-based project that will be ideal for any individual (over the age of 18) with mental health related issues. The project initially offers 6-week blocks where individuals can come…
NSPCC Listen Up, Speak Up Free Training
The NSPCC has just launched its Listen Up, Speak Up campaign across the UK aimed at empowering everyone to know what to do if they are ever worried about a child or family. They are offering organisations and groups a free one-hour training workshop which can be delivered face-to-face or online. It’s up to all of…
Freedom of Mind Community Choir: Songwriting Workshops
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at songwriting? Have you experienced mental illness, grief, loss, isolation, or loneliness? Would you like to write a song to share your experience and help others? Freedom of Mind Community Choir are offering the opportunity to take part in six free songwriting sessions and try beginner’s ukulele.…
Upcoming Changes To National Lottery Community Fund Programmes
In preparation for their new strategy and programmes that are due to open later in the year, the National Lottery Community Fund is closing three of their existing funds. Community Led, Improving Lives and Cost-of-Living Support Scotland will close to applications at noon on 21 August 2024. If you are planning to apply to one of…
Falkirk Council Budget Engagement 2025/26 Information Sessions
In the coming weeks, Falkirk Council is hosting a number of Budget Engagement 2025/26 Information Sessions throughout the various wards within the Falkirk Council area. They are keen for local people to attend one of the events in their area, to hear more about the council’s plans for their budget in 2025/26 and to share…
Cruse Scotland Bereavement Support Lunchtime Learning
Cruse Scotland are hosting an online Lunchtime Learning programme entitled 10 Practical Tips to Offer Support to Bereaved People; these sessions are short inputs on grief with a focus on resourcing confidence and communication in our communities. The programme is responsive to the common issues experienced and discussed by bereaved callers to Cruse Scotland helpline and…
Self-Directed Support Information Sessions
SDS Forth Valley are offering free information sessions on Self-Directed Support, entitled Know Your Options. SDS is the mechanism for delivering personal and social care in Scotland, empowering individuals to make informed choices and have control over the support they receive and the life they lead. Despite its implementation since 2014, awareness of SDS remains limited.…
