Talk to Deep End GP Scotland patient about sthing, find out his smartphone is broken, cant afford to replace it -have applied to SimPal who can give free PreLoved smartphone that will re-connect him w family, friends - small actions, huge impact on wellbeing THANK you #kindness

Our Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF) is open to people affected by crime across Scotland who are in urgent need of financial help as a direct result of crime. Accessible to people with no alternative funding, the EAF covers essential goods and services.
victimsupport.scot/vss-eaf/

The number of calls we receive are increasing and we would love to hear from enthusiastic and compassionate people to join our team of volunteers. Apply today and help us continue being a lifeline for those struggling with their grief. buff.ly/3J5NVTW

Members of the public are being invited to share feedback on mental health services delivered in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

This looks at ways people may have sought help for mental health problems, and how useful people found them to be. Visit: forms.office.com/e/VFVm3ymFc8

'Members of the public are being invited to share feedback on mental health services delivered in NHS Glasgow - survey seeks views from patients, carers and the wider public on ways they may have sought help for mental health problems'
forms.office.com/e/VFVm3ymFc8

“We must be bold & brave in the face of the health challenges. A focus on increasing prevention continues to gain traction, it is vital we look to shape these opportunities, particularly in reforming & modernising public services.” Paul Johnston

#NHS2048 - reformscotland.com/nhs2048/founda…

Don't miss our spring holiday clubs, next week at The Village! With storytelling, games, and arts & crafts activities. Plus, lunch will be provided for all participants.

See flyer or next post for dates & times.

As a psychologist in a hospital, we see patients living with all kinds of medical conditions. But when it comes to it, it's people with lives, loads going on, & you soon realise the importance of a more holistic view. Our systems are compartmentalised, but people's lives are not.

Have you or anyone you know been affected by gambling harm? We are looking for new members to join our Lived Experience Forum. If you are from Scotland and have been impacted by gambling harm in any way, sign up by 7 April:

smartsurvey.co.uk/s/gamblingharm…

Project Spotlight: Children’s Classes

‘the village feels a bit like a home’ - Story Makers participant

We run a number of children’s classes for P1 – P7s both at the Village Storytelling Centre and at Peat Road Hall.

Must have a listen soon, important discussion

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🤱Parents often reach out to us because they have little or no support systems around them.

💔Without a partner to share their worries, the sense of loneliness can be overwhelming.

#SingleParentsWeek

📢We're nearly half way through promoting our Women's Survey 2024!

We are particularly interested in hearing from women in Scotland who are carers, both paid or unpaid.

⌛️Survey time: 10-15 mins

Please take the survey & share with your networks: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AFDTXT/

A great book it is too - thanks again for sending copies for Deep End GP Scotland patients I am working with here in Pollok alongside the GP Surgery Team including Maria Duffy

📢We heard from Scottish Social Prescribing Network about the outlook of social prescribing across Scotland & what's needed to support staff on #SocialPrescribingDay

Read here👇
National Association of Link Workers Poverty Alliance The ALLIANCE Christiana Melam MBE #SocialPrescribing Scottish Care #LinkWorkerNetworks WeAreWithYou Glasgow Links
healthandcare.scot/stories/3760/s…

of course - relationships matter - as #CommunityLinks Practitioner we also build relationships and trust with patients to help improve their wellbeing
#time #trust #traumainformed #connections #care #SocialPrescribingDay

flying the flag for Scotland - congratulations Charlene Price and Michele

Great info (aimed at 16-30yr olds) about accessing health care, how to self advocate and web links to groups, support, rights - maybe you can use it at work or at home? Potential in Me (CIC) Greater Pollok Services SWAMP Community Development Trust

yesterday I introduced a family to the English class - Thanks so much to the volunteer Teacher, the volunteers who welcome us with tea, the Minister who always takes time to talk & encourage everyone. It meant so much to the family who are isolated, true #Community spirit 🫖🧑‍🏫✍️

Our warm welcome community cafe is open every Tuesday alongside our adult kook skool and English class 10-12:30pm. All welcome Chris Stephens MP Saqib Ahmed Cllr Roza Salih Brian Gerrand Annemarie McGregor CLP Humza Yousaf Wheatley Group it’s what we do