People Having More Choice in their Lives Archives

Digital Buddies Active

Started 2020. We are working with older people in the Scottish Borders who are keen to connect digitally with the wider world, learn new skills or become more confident using technology.
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Digital Inclusion, Older People, Participation
Families Wellbeing Active

Started 2020. The aim of the Families Wellbeing project is for people to feel more connected, less lonely, more resilient and supported. We are bringing together a range of practical ways to connect with people now and in the future. It is sharing and celebrating tips and suggestions to encourage people to maintain and build connections in their communities and neighbours as well as peer connections.
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Children and Young People, Community, Coronavirus, Digital Inclusion, Families
Families impacted by criminal justice system Active

Started 2019. Outside the Box is exploring ways to develop informal activity-based peer support for families with experience of a loved one in prison.
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Complicated Lives, Criminal Justice
Support Choices Active

Started 2018. Support Choices - in Perth and Kinross - is a new project that will help people living in Perth and Kinross to get the social care and support that they need
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Disabled People, Equalities, Older People
Local People Linking Active

Started 2017. Local People Linking is a project about getting information out to older people, families and friends about good activities happening in their area that support older people.
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Equalities, Older People
Friends Group Active

Started 2017. The Friends Group is a peer support group for people in Falkirk who have learning difficulties. The group meets weekly on Fridays from 11 am - 1 pm. Each week the group does a different activities and spend some time having a cup of tea and a catch up. The group is open to anyone living in Falkirk, or the surrounding area, who has learning difficulties. Carers are also welcome to attend to support people at the sessions.
People Having More Choice in their Lives Topic: Disabled People, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Participation