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MARYHILL CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
Provision of advice, information and advocacy. Representation at social security/employment tribunals, criminal injury appeals, sheriff court representation, small claims evictions etc.
Negotiation on multiple debt, consumer benefits, employment, housing, immigration tax, relationship and fuel debts amongst many other areas of client's enquiries.
opening hours Monday open door from 10am to 1pm appointment only from 1pm to 3.30pm
Tuesday open door from 10am to 3.30pm appointment only debt clinic from 4.30pm to 7pm
Wednesday appointment only from 10am to 3.30pm (for existing clients only)
Thursday open door from 10am to 1pm appointment only debt clinic from 4.30pm to 7pm (for clients in employment)
Friday open door from 10am to 3.30pm
Outreach locations
Possilpark Health Centre Monday - open door from 10am to 1pm appointment only - 1.30pm to 4pm
Springburn Health Centre Tuesday - open door from 10am to 1pm appointment only - 1.30pm - 4pm (funded until 31st March 2006)
Friday - open door from 10am to 1pm appointment only from 1.30pm to 4pm
CONTACT Maryhill Citizens Advice Bureau 1145 Maryhill Road Glasgow G20 9AZ t. 0141 946 6373
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MARYHILL CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU - OUTREACH PROJECT
A holistic Citizens Advice Bureau project providing advice on benefits, employment, housing, consumer problems, debt and money advice. Representation offered in benefit appeals, employment tribunals and sherrif court proceedings.
Outreach locations
Rosemount Flexi-centre, Royston Monday - 1pm to 4pm Tuesday - 4pm to 7pm
Wyndford Centre, Maryhill Wednesday - 10am to 1pm (for centre users only)
North West Women's Centre, Maryhill Thursday - 10am to 12pm (for women only)
Shawpark Resource Centre, Maryhill Thursday - 1pm to 4pm (for centre users only)
Woodside Health Centre Friday - 10am to 1pm (for patients registered with the health centre)
CONTACT Maryhill Citizens Advice Bureau 1145 Maryhill Road Glasgow G20 9AZ t. 0141 945 5739 e. lorrainemacdonald@maryhillcab.casonline.org.uk
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MARYHILL REPRESENTATION UNIT
Provide advice and information on welfare benefits, employment, housing, assistance to make claims, assistance to appeal decisions, representation at appeals. Can make house visits to housebound people in the Maryhill area. Also provide training on benefits to community/voluntary organisations.
opening hours Monday to Thursday - 8.45am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 4.30pm Friday - 8.45am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pm
CONTACT Maryhill Representation Unit Quadrangle 59 Ruchill Street Glasgow G20 9PX t. 0141 276 6230
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MILTON ADVICE CENTRE
Offers a welfare benefits, debt counselling and consumer advice service. An outreach worker can visit housebound people in their own homes.
opening hours Monday - Friday 9am - 4.30pm
working in Milton
CONTACT Milton Advice Centre 15 Scaraway Drive Milton Glasgow G22 7PY t. 0141 564 1463 e. miltonadvice@yahoo.co.uk
NORTH GLASGOW ADVICE CENTRE
This is a joint initiative between Central Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) and Legal Services Agency (LSA). The Centre provides independent advice and representation on:
- Debt / Money Advice and Negotiations
- Benefits Advice
- Consumer Debt
- Employment Law
- Housing: including
- Defended eviction arrears
- Defended eviction anti-social behaviour
- Homelessness
- Mortgage Rights Act
- Mortgage Arrears
- Claims for compensation
- Mental Health Detentions / Capacity Issues
- Dementia: Incapacity
- Asylum & Immigration
- Rights of Victims of Violence
- Criminal Injuries Compensation and Related Issues
- Chidren/social work
Main office at 1169 Royston Road Drop-in surgeries Monday - 2pm to 4pm Wednesday - 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 4pm Friday - 10am to 12pm Generally during these times there will be a Citizens Advice Bureau worker and a Legal Services Agency lawyer. If none of these times suit, please telephone 0141 770 7869 for an appointment
Molendinar Community Centre Drop in Service Monday 1.20pm - 4.30pm
Royston Corridor Homes, Unit M8, 143 Charles Street Drop In Service Monday 2pm - 4pm
Spireview, Tharsis Street, Glasgow Drop In Service Tuesday 1.30pm - 4.30pm
217 Wallacewell Road, Glasgow G21 (Unity Housing Association) Citizens Advice Bureau drop-in surgery Tuesday - 2pm to 4pm Deals mainly with benefits and money advice, although general advice will be provided on any topic
Copperworks, 284 Royston Road Drop In Service Wednesday 1.30pm - 3pm
Blochairn Housing Co-operation, 311 Roystonhill Drop In Service Wednesday 3.15pm - 4.45pm
North Glasgow Local Housing Office, 10 Vulcan Street Drop In service Thursday 10am - 12pm
Balornock LHO, 350 Darnick Street Drop In Service Thursday 10am - 12pm
North Glasgow Housing Association, 50 Reid Street Drop In Service Thursday 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Asylum seekers can see one of LSA's specialists at 193 Springburn Way on Thursday morning a month by appointment. Phone 0141 353 3354 and ask for Refugee Legal Project
opening hours of main office: 1169 Royston Road, Glasgow G33 Monday - Friday 9am - 1pm and 2pm - 5pm
CONTACT North Glasgow Advice Centre 1169 Royston Road Glasgow G33 1EY t. 0141 770 7869 f. 0141 770 7976 e. ngac@btconnect.com
SIGHTHILL COMMUNITY ONE-STOP SHOP
SCOSS is a project under development, aiming to provide:
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improved integration in all sections of the community
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improved space for community meetings and activities
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information, support and advice from statutory, community and voluntary service providers
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a place for recreation and socialising through the café, clubs and leisure activities
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access to ICT points
Until the project is fully operational a limited service is provided from the SCOSS Office at 6 Fountainwell Square
opening hours Monday & Tuesday: 9am – 5pm Wednesday: 9am – 7pm Thursday & Friday: 9am – 5pm Saturday: 11am – 2pm
working in Sighthill
CONTACT SCOSS Flat 5,6, 6 Fountainwell Square Glasgow G21 1RB t. 0141 558 1226 f. 0141 558 1226 e. scoss@btconnect.com
SUNNYLAW ADVICE CENTRE
Provides confidential information and advice, assistance and representation, including:
- Disability living allowance
- Attendance allowance
- Income support
- Tax credits
- Incapacity benefits
- Social fund
- Consumer issues
- General housing advice
opening hours of main office in Saracen Street Monday – Thursday 9.30am – 4.30pm Friday - 9.30am - 3.30pm
Hours from 3rd April will change (3 month pilot period) Monday -Thursday 8am - 8-pm Friday 8am to 3.30pm
Outreach surgery Drop-in surgery held at Sighthill Community One Stop Shop, Fountainwell Square. Thursday - 1pm to 4.30pm
Also provide home visits
CONTACT Sunnylaw Advice Centre 160 Saracen Street Glasgow G22 0AS t. 0141 336 3405 e. sunnylawadvice@hotmail.co.uk
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Supports people to reduce the harm associated with alcohol misuse, providing advice, information, education, prevention work and referrals for support.
opening hours Monday - Friday, 9am - 9pm
CONTACT North Glasgow Alcohol Support Service Hydepark Business Centre 60 Mollinsburn Street Glasgow G21 4SF t. 0141 558 7744 e: ngass@thegca.org.uk
REALISE COMMUNITY PROJECT
Supports people whose lives are adversely affected by drug and/or alcohol misuse. An advanced skills programme assists people to get involved in vocational classes or take advantage of volunteer opportunities with the project.
opening hours Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Realise Community Project 808 Garscube Road Glasgow G20 7ET t. 0141 579 5101 f. 0141 579 5102 e. grace@realisecommunityproject.co.uk
ROSEMOUNT HEALTHY LIFESTYLES PROJECT
Supports women who have addiction problems or have family members with addictions. The programme of activity is developed in response to expressed need with the aim of promoting well-being and improving mental and physical health.
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Rosemount Lifelong Learning 221 Millburn Street Royston Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 552 3090 e. admin@rosemount.ac.uk w. www.rosemount.ac.uk
ROYSTON & SIGHTHILL ALCOHOL SUPPORT SERVICES
Offers advice, information and support to people with alcohol problems and their families. Activities include a prevention and education programme, diversionary events, signposting to other services, parents groups and youth groups.
opening hours Monday - Friday 9am – 5pm
working in Royston Corridor
CONTACT Royston & Sighthill Alcohol Support Services Millburn Centre, Unit RCCB2, 221 Millburn Street Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 553 2339 w. www.roystonalcoholsupport.info
RUCHILL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT / NEXT STEPS PROJECT
Works with young people, 14-18 years in Ruchill and Possilpark, providing a needs-led, holistic approach to the intervention of drug and alcohol misuse as well as other risk-taking, anti-social behaviours by providing advice, support and diversionary activities, through street work, thematic based group work and individual work.
The project operaties various afternoons and evenings (see below)
Monday Street work, 5.30-8.00pm Girls drama/art group, 5.30-7.30pm Body combat, 7.45-8.45pm
Tuesday Boys group, 6.00-9.00pm Internet cafe, 5.00-8.30pm Football group, 6.00-7.00pm
Wednesday Girls group, 5.00-7.00pm
Thursday Girls basketball, 5.30-6.30pm Boys group, 7.00-9.00pm Girls group, 6.00-8.00pm
Friday Street work, 5.30-8.00pm C-card, 5.30-7.30pm
CONTACT Ruchill Youth Project 671 Bilsland Drive Glasgow G20 9NF t. 0141 945 1461/1540 e. karen@ruchillyouthproject.org
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Provides a year-round programme of arts and drama workshops for the 5-16 age group in Ruchill and Possilpark.
CONTACT Depot Arts Company P.O. Box 16516 Glasgow G22 9AA t. 07931 456 864 e. depotartsco@hotmail.co.uk
FAB PAD
Fab Pad is an interior design project for young people aged 16 – 35 with a tenancy who have possibly experienced homelessness.
Fab Pad helps give you the skills necessary to make your house into home. Weekly workshops, access to an Interior Designer, £100 budget and support throughout your time with us.
opening hours
Range from 12pm - 4.30pm dependant on office, please visit here to see our webpage
CONTACT
Maryhill and North Glasgow Fab Pad Coordinators
Impact Arts The Factory 319 Craigpark Drive Dennistoun G31 2TB
Tel: 0141 575 3001 Fax: 0141 575 3009
IMPACT ARTS
service In return for a weekly wage and travel expenses, you will be involved in a 6 month project and have the opportunity to experience a variety of creative arts including:
Home You will design and create a range of furniture pieces learning a range of skills including Sourcing old pieces of furniture Furniture restoration
Eco chic fashion freak This is a creative fashion project that will give you the skills to create original pieces of clothing as well as customise older clothes. The project will end in a fashion exhibition / catwalk in a city centre location with the option of selling your unique pieces! Activities include:
Sourcing items Design Manufacture Clothing retail Environmental issues when producing clothes
Community Challenges You will undertake creative projects, such as public art, film making and others which will improve local communities. Each challenge will end in a celebration event to showcase the work you have carried out. Key skills include: Creating a piece of artwork within a specified community Working as a team Responding to clients’ requests Engaging with community members Finishing tasks to a high standard within deadline.
There will also be workplace visits, inspiration trips and help with getting a job or into college.
OPENING TIMES Tuesday - Friday 9.30am - 4pm Details of Outreach Activities/Home Visits:
Target Age: 16 - 19yrs old Living in Glasgow
CONTACT The Creation Zone Unit 8 St Lukes Place The Gorbals Glasgow G5 0TBe: lisa@impactarts.co.uk w: http://www.impactarts.co.uk
t: 0141 420 6657
NORTHERN ROCK FESTIVAL GROUP
Increases access to music making and music tuition. NRFG offers free music tuition in a variety of instruments. Rehearsal space and use of the recording studio are also available at community-friendly rates.
opening hours Open to the public Monday to Friday 12am - 6pm for rehearsal and Internet access. Class timetables are available on the website or by calling NRFG. The Recording Studio is open weekdays 'til 6pm or after 6pm and weekends by special arrangement with the sound engineer. Bookings are taken by calling NRFG on 552 7197.
outreach Free classes run throughout the North Glasgow. Additionally tutors are avilable for hire to provide activities at community organisations at community-friendly rates. Tutors are certified by disclosure Scotland and are trained to diploma and/or degree level and have a wide experience of music performance and professionalism.
criteria for use of service Northern Rock Festival Group's services are available to all ages and all levels of musical ability. We work in partnership with a variety of community groups including those with physical,mental and behavioural difficulties.
fees/costs for using service Classes are free to attend. Prices for tutor hire to organisiations start from £99.00 but are negotiable.
CONTACT Northern Rock Festival Group The Millburn Centre 221 Millburn Street Glasgow G21 2HL t: 0141 552 7197 e: info@nrfg.co.uk w: http://www.nrfg.co.uk
PREMIERE PRODUCTIONS
We pride ourselves on having high quality tutors who are all professionally trained, involved in theatre and television production and are sure that you will all enjoy the classes. It is our aim to provide classes that are exciting, interesting and varied.
The class curriculum is outlined as follows: Each week, the class will begin with a gentle warm up, followed by an hour of dance- usually a popular song, in this everyone will be divided into specific groups.
For the second hour, we will focus more on modern stage with the opportunity to focus on musicals with singing and acting through dance. We welcome ideas and suggestions from all pupils: if there is a song or play you like, then tell us. If you like to write your own pieces, then tell us.
All pupils participate in festivals and events
STRIVE FOR SUCCESS
opening Saturday mornings 10.30am - 12.30pm For ages 5 - 18
fees/costs for using service £5.00 for 2 hours!
CONTACT Premiere Productions Barmulloch Community Centre Barmulloch Glasgow t: 07753416181 e: Premproductions1@aol.com W: www.premiere-productions.co.uk
SIDEKICK DANCE CREWS (charges are made)
Provides dance classes in tap, disco, cheer and show dance for children, 2.5 – 6 years. Junior and senior classes, 7 - 25 years are available in hiphop, disco, tap and show dance. Open to boys and girls. Fees, £2 per hour. For details of times and venues, contact Linda Kesson below.
CONTACT Linda Kesson t. 07751052483 e. lindakesson@hotmail.com
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SPRINGBURN LOCAL HISTORY CENTRE
Springburn Local History Centre is situated in Springburn Leisure Centre. Springburn Local History Group meet once a fortnight. For further information please contact the Open Museum (details below)
opening As for the leisure Centre
CONTACT The Open Museum GMRC 200 Woodhead Rd South Nitshill Glasgow G53 7NN t: 0141 276 9370 e: elaine.addington@cls.glasgow.gov.uk
TOONSPEAK YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE
Provides drama and theatre activities for young people, aged 11-25 living in North Glasgow. All young people living in the area are welcome, regardless of their social or cultural background. We aim to be a participant-led project, with the young people taking an active role in decision making. We run weekly workshops, outreach projects, annual productions, an empowerment programme and adult drama training programmes.
opening hours workshops and rehearsals usually take place in the evenings during term time and throughout the day during school holidays in local community centres and venues in North Glasgow.
office opening hours Monday - Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre Unit 1A Millburn Centre 221 Millburn Street, Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 552 0234 e. info@toonspeak.co.uk w. www.toonspeak.co.uk
WALLACEWELL HOBBIES & CRAFTS
Offers arts and crafts classes, theatre outings, rambles and summer outings.
opening hours Tuesdays 1.30pm-4pm
CONTACT Ishbel Bridges Wallacewell Hobbies & Crafts Northgate Church Hall Northgate Road Balornock Glasgow G22 t. 0141 586 2208
ROYSTON ROAD PROJECT
Provides a programme of arts-based activities in community-owned parks in Royston and Molendinar, bringing together young and older people with the aim of developing skills and confidence and promoting community cohesion.
w: www.roystonroadproject.org
– various techniques including Woodwork Upholstery Paint techniques Enhancing and decorating furniture Creating new pieces of furniture from scratch Furniture retail You will also take part in organizing sales events at HOME and in the HOME shop on High Street.NORTHERN ROCK FESTIVAL GROUP Royston Community Music & Milton Music Action Zone
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A networking forum for organisations providing services to refugees and people seeking asylum. Meets monthly in St Rollox Church in Sighthill. Works in co-operation with the North Glasgow Framework for Dialogue Group.
CONTACT Norma McKinnon Social Work, Community Development Team Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street Glasgow G22 5QG t. 0141 336 3316
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ST MUNGO'S DROP-IN CENTRE
Provides a drop-in facility on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday between 10.45 and 1.00pm, offering tea, coffee and play facilities. Although the centre principally covers the Sighthill area anyone is welcome to attend. The drop-in features particular activities on specific days and a creche is available . There is a free minibus service to and from the drop-in with pick-up points at Fountainwell Road bus stop, Petershill Road and Royston Road.
Monday drop-in with computer course
Tuesday drop-in with English classes and arts & crafts
Wednesday drop-in with keep fit and a health visitors clinic
working in Sighthill, Royston, Petershill Road
CONTACT Sister Maureen McNally St Mungo’s Retreat 52 Parson Street Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 552 1823 e. stmungosdropin@btinternet.com
ST ROLLOX CHURCH DROP-IN CENTRE
Provides the following services for asylum seeker families.
Monday Kids Club, 6.30pm-7.30pm Youth Club, 7.45pm-9.00pm
Tuesday Food co-op and drop-in shop, 12.30-2pm
Wednesday Drop-in cafe and shop, with creche, 10am-12noon Computer class with creche, 10.15-12noon English Class, 1pm-3pm
Thursday Parent & toddler group for 0-4 years and craft activities, 10am-12noon
Sunday Church services, creche room, children's and young people's club (all welcome) Bibleclass every Sunday. Social breakfast once a month (ring for details)
Outreach St Rollox has activities for young people in Springburn Academy on Mondays and Sighthill Primary on Wednesdays. Call for more details
CONTACT St Rollox Church 9 Fountainwell Road Glasgow G21 1RG t. 0141 558 1809 e. strollox@btinternet.com
TRON ST. MARY'S DROP-IN CENTRE
Provides the following services for asylum seeker families
Monday English conversation classes (with childcare) 7-9pm
Tuesday Nearly new clothes and household items for sale and cafe, 11am-1.00pm
Wednesday Parents and toddlers group with creche and activities for parents, 10am-12noon
Drop-in for everyone. Activities for children, 3-5pm
Sunday Church service at 11am in English, everyone welcome
All of the above close during school holidays
working in The Red Road area
CONTACT Tron St. Mary’s Church 128 Red Road Glasgow G21 t. 0141 333 9459 e. helenhughes@fish.co.uk
RED ROAD WOMEN'S CENTRE
Individual Support to asylum seekers and refugees on a range of issues such as NASS Welfare Benefits Status Health Housing Childcare Education Training Also range of english and literacy classes and a Womens Support Group Mother Toddler on Thursday afternoons. Intepreting Services available
Times of opening: 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 9pm to 12pm Friday Open to all asylum seekers refugees in North Glasgow
Contact Red Road Women's Centre 10/20 Petershill Court Glasgow G21 4PY t: 0141 557 5571 (Nicola) e: rrwc@btconnect.com
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The project offers volunteer placements on their 'Volunteer Involvement in Befriending Elderly Scheme (V.I.B.E) Programme' to local people. Volunteer Befrienders offer a few hours company to an elderly person on a regular basis, which is a vital link to people in the community who are at risk of becoming socially isolated.
Volunteer Befrienders are provided with training, ongoing support and out-of-pocket expenses.
opening hours Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm Friday, 9am-4pm
working in Springburn & East Balornock
CONTACT Springburn Volunteer & Befriending Project 10 Angus Street Springburn Glasgow G21 4DN t. 0141 557 3684 e. springburn@volunteerglasgow.org w. www.volunteerglasgow.org
STOP SMOKING BEFRIENDING PROJECT
The project provides a befriending service to support smokers from low income areas in North Glasgow who are attempting to quit through NHS Services. It offers at least 15 hours of training in communication & befriending skills, smoking cessation, relapse, health issues, nicotine replacement therapy and more.
opening hours Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5pm The Project Co-Ordinator is available on her mobile and for befrienders support outwith these hours
CONTACT Stop Smoking Befriending Project Royston Stress Centre Unit E10 145 Charles Street Royston Glasgow G21 2QA t: 0141 552 4434 e: gillianhyland@roystonstress.org.uk
We hope to recruit befrienders with an empathetic attitude and non-judgemetal view but no specific skills or experience necessary.
Befrienders may be required to meet the stoppers for a chat. They will have all expenses re-imbursed weekly or when required. Some expenses may include- travel, child care costs and tea, coffee and cake.
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Provides careers advice and guidance on employment, training and education issues.
Outreach facilities Springburn Enterprise & Learning Centre, 179 Ayr St
opening hours Monday to Friday 9-5pm
CONTACT Careers Scotland 9 Renfield Street Glasgow G2 5EZ t. 0141 226 2050 e. renfield.street@careers-scotland.org.uk w. www.careers-scotland.org.uk
WORKING LINKS
Provides advice and support to find and keep suitable employment. Assists people to set goals, create and update CV's, complete application forms, prepare for interview, cope with setbacks and generally provide support to people looking for work.
criteria for use People who are unemployed, claiming JSA or income support, incapacity benefit, SDA or pension credit, any new deal participant or anyone who has not been looking for work because of domestic responsibilities for 2 years or more
opening hours Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 4.30pm
CONTACT Working Links Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street GLASGOW G22 5QG t. 0141 446 5223 e. billy.halliday@workinglinks.co.uk w. www.workinglinks.co.uk
YOUTHSMART PROJECT
Offers a course to help young people (16-18 years) 'Get Ready for Work' through an integrated programme of personal development and vocational skills training, leading to Work tasters and work placements. The project also provides information on routes to further education, modern apprenticeships, I.T and other training and employment opportunities. Literacy and numeracy tuition, jobsearch skills, interview skills and motivational training are also available.
CLIENTS ARE REFERRED THROUGH CAREERS SCOTLAND
opening hours Monday to Thursday - 9am to 4.45pm Friday - 9am to 3.30pm
CONTACT Youthsmart Project Glasgow North Regeneration Agency 1073-1075 Maryhill Road Glasgow G20 9AX t. 0141 587 6127 e: l.duffy@glasgownorth.org
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Our group provide: Generic Carers Information, Support,Campaigning and Networking Forum We are a non-funded volunteer group supported by the North West Carers Project.
T: North West Carers Project: 0141 946 5612 E: castcarers@hotmail.co.uk
COOK n CARE
Offers a high-quality 3-course nutritious meal to people who would otherwise find it difficult to cook for themselves. The food is prepared by a professional chef and delivered by a team of trained volunteers. Special dietary requirements are catered for and customers choose their menu one-week in advance. Volunteers also provide an early alert service; reporting on individual support & care needs identified while visiting vulnerable people in their own homes.
CONTACT Cook n Care 74 Closeburn Street Glasgow G22 5ST t. 0141 336 3562 f. 0141 336 6991 e. possilmilton@aol.com
CROSSROADS SCOTLAND
First point of contact for Carers for up to date relevent information , signposting to local support services, support and a friendly listening ear.
opening hours Monday-Thursday 09.00am - 05.00pm Friday 09.00am - 04.00pm
CONTACT t: 0141 353 6504 INFORMATION PHONE LINE SERVICE ONLY w: http://www.crossroads-scotland.co.uk/cislmain.htm
EMMAUS GLASGOW
Provision of accommodation and work for people who have been homeless.
From mid October 2005 the project will operate a community for homeless people at 101 Ellesmere Street. This will include a retail area for refurbished furniture, white goods and bric-a-brac; a community cafe and internet cafe.
CONTACT Emmaus Glasgow Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street GLASGOW G22 5QG t. 0141 353 3912 e. info@emmausglasgow.org.uk w. www.emmausglasgow.org.uk
GLASGOW NORTH WEST CARERS PROJECT (SOCIAL WORK)
Are you looking after a relative or friend?
Glasgow North West Carers Project can assist you with:
- information & advice
- benefits claims
- emotional support
- training to help you cope
- short breaks
- ways to ensure that your views are heard
CONTACT Glagsow North West Carers Project 29 Shakespeare Street Maryhill Glasgow, G20 8TH
T: 0141 946 5612 W: www.glasgow.gov.uk/carers
GOOD MORNING NORTH GLASGOW
Provides a free daily telephone care and alert service to older people, disabled people and people with mental health problems. Carers monitor the well-being of members and are alerted to potential health problems at an early stage. The project aims to reduce isolation and exclusion while making people feel safer in their home. Members are kept well informed of local opportunities and activities.
project hours 8am – 12 noon (not open to the public). Visits by appointment 12 noon to 3pm
working in North Glasgow, Springburn, East Balornock Milton SIP areas, Lambhill & Parkhill
CONTACT Good Morning North Glasgow Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street Possilpark Glasgow G22 5QG t. 0141 336 7766 f. 0141 336 7838 e. nickyt@goodmorningproject.org w. www.goodmorning.org.uk
HOME-START GLASGOW NORTH WEST (SUPPORTING FAMILIES)
Aims to increase the confidence and independence of families who are experiencing difficulties (families must have at least one child under the age of five0 The organisation train and support volunteers who:
- visit families in their own homes
- offer friendship, support and practical assistance
- encourage the parents' strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of the children
- encourage families to widen their network of relationships and to use effectively the support and services available within the community
CONTACT Home-start Glasgow North West 76 Dunard Street Glasgow G20 6SH t. 0141 948 0441 e. homestart.glasgownorthwest@tesco.net w. www.homestartglasgownorthwest.org.uk
KINSHIP FOR THE FUTURE
We are a group of grandparents and extended family members who are the main carers of children. Our members work hard at creating help, support and encouragement for all those in similar situations throughout the North.
Reasons for the need of Kinship Care include:
Parental substance abuse Parental incarceration Teenage parents who are not ready to be parents Domestic violence Mental illness Bereavement
Contact us for more information
CONTACT Jessie Harvey t: 0141 564 8504 w: http://kinship.sitekit.net
MILTON ACCESS PROJECT
Provides free transport to hospitals, doctors and shops. This service is for the elderly, disabled and infirm or for anyone who may feel socially excluded through illness. They can also provide an escort service. The project leader visits clients to register them with the service and to assess how the service may help with their individual needs.
opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm
working in Milton
CONTACT Milton Access Project 15 Scaraway Drive Milton Glasgow G22 7EY t. 0141 564 5044 f. 0141 564 2959 e. liz@miltonaccessproject.org
MILTON VOLUNTEER & CARE PROJECT
Recruits and trains volunteers as escorts and befrienders. Also provides a low-cost care and repair service to vulnerable, elderly, disabled and low-income families living in Milton where the client is expected to provide the materials for the job and the labour costs are met by the project. The aim is to reduce common accidents in the home, which can occur when older people and disabled people attempt basic maintenance and health & safety checks are provided through routine home maintenance visits.
Provides advice and advocacy generally to older people, including assessments for the use of orthopeadic chairs and the lending of wheelchairs. The service overall assists elderly people who have no other means of help.
Referrals come from statutory agencies and from clients themselves.
opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm Drop-in activities for older people, Tuesday & Thursday 10am-12noon
working in Milton
CONTACT Milton Care & Repair Project 123 Castlebay Drive Milton Glasgow G22 7LP t. 0141 772 6503 f. 0141 772 6482
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CONTACT Childcare Development Officer Glasgow North Ltd St Rollox House 130 Springburn Road GLASGOW G21 1YL t. 0141 552 5413 w. www.glasgownorth.org
RED ROAD WOMEN'S CENTRE
Afterschool Care for ages 3 - 12 years old Day care ages 6weeks - 5 years old. Half day care for working parents or parents in Education Free childcare for women attending classes in the centreRespite Care - referral by GP's, Health Visitors, other health care professionals, and Social Workers Times of opening: 8.30am to 5.30pm Contact Childcare Manager Pamela Marshall (Afterschool Care Costs available on request)
Red Road Women's Centre 10/20 Petershill Court G21 4PY t: 0141 557 5571 e: rrwc@btconnect.com
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Works with children and families, helping them to think, learn and speak out about community issues that matter to them, supporting them in practical activities and helping them to make contact with relevant forums and decision-makers.
CONTACT
CHIP
Ardoch House
25 Ardoch Street
Glasgow
G22 5QG
t. 0141 336 8612
e. angus.wood@barnardos.org.uk
HAMILTONHILL FAMILY LEARNING CENTRE
Provides high quality childcare and education for children 0-5 years. Also offers support services for parents and carers, for example: basic cookery skills, money advice, careers guidance.
opening hours
Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm
CONTACT
Hamiltonhill Family Learning Centre
115 Ellesmere Street
GLASGOW
G22 5QT
t. 0141 332 2797
e. ForrestI@seemis.net
MARYHILL MOBILE CRECHE
A mobile community childcare service to assist parents/carers to participate in activities outside the home.
Also offers a 2 hour respite service for children under 3 years (referral through agencies). Creches must be booked by a group/organisation and are for community use, not private functions.
opening hours
Monday to Friday - 9am to 9pm
Saturday - 9am to 4pm
CONTACT
Maryhill Mobile Creche
35 Avenuepark Street
Glasgow
G20 8TS
t. 0141 945 1888
e. sally@mmcreche.fsnet.co.uk
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YOUNG POSSIL FUTURES
Supports young people in Possilpark to take an active part in community life by enabling them to get involved in decision-making processes. Also provides an information and advice service to young people locally.
CONTACT
Young Possil Futures
c/o 249 Hawthorn Street
GLASGOW
G22 6HF
t. 07931 456864
e. jain.mcintyre@ntlworld.com
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A Glasgow City Council venue for community use.
CONTACT Balgrayhill Tenants Hall 139 Balgrayhill Road GLASGOW G21 3AE t. 0141 557 0475
BALORNOCK EAST COMMUNITY - BROOMTON ROAD COMMUNITY SHOP
A community café, community hall and information point for services and agencies who are encouraged to have outreach surgeries on the premises. Also provides: extended lifelong learning opportunities for local residents; supported education; core skill development opportunities; access to the Internet and a homework club for school-aged young people. A full programme of community events is available on a weekly basis
opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm & 6pm – 9pm weekend lets available
CONTACT Balornock East Community - Broomton Road Community Shop 42/44 Broomton Road Balornock Glasgow G21 3RU t. 0141 563 5120 e. balornockeast@yahoo.co.uk
BARMULLOCH COMMUNITY CENTRE & LIBRARY
CONTACT Barmulloch Community Centre & Library 46 Wallacewell Quadrant GLASGOW G21 3PX t. 0141 558 1772 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
CALEDONIAN COMMUNITY HALL
A community hall providing activities, 5 days a week for all ages. Meals are available between 11am and 1.30pm each day and snacks are available at all times. A programme of recreational activities is on offer Monday to Friday and on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. The hall is also available for rental at weekends.
working in Royston
CONTACT Caledonian Community Hall 80 Charles Street Royston Glasgow G21 1PX t. 0141 552 2775
GERMISTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
A community facility providing access to volunteering opportunities and a range of educational, recreation & leisure activities for all age groups. Local people are actively involved in the management of the centre, which is used as a meeting place by Germiston Community Council, Germiston Estate Management Group and a number of other community groups. The centre is also available for let by community groups and association members for fundraising activities or special events. Services include:
Monday-Friday - 9am-3pm Pre-five childcare Monday-Friday - Meals on wheels Monday-Friday - 9am-3.30pm Access to two computers Tuesday - 1pm-4pm Young people's/adult career guidance Tuesday - 7pm-8.30pm Junior youth club (7-11 years) Wednesday - 9am-10.30am Fresh fruit & veg. on sale Thursday - 7pm-8.30pm Senior youth club (11-16 years) Sunday - 7pm-9pm Bingo
In addition to these services, on every second Wednesday of the month (except council recess and holidays) Councillor John Moynes holds a surgery between 7pm and 8pm.
opening hours Monday - Thursday, 8.30am-4.30pm and 7pm-9.30pm Friday, 8.30am-4pm (evening lets available) Saturday, 9am–12noon Sunday, 7pm-9pm
working in Royston and Germiston
CONTACT Germiston Community Association 297 Forge Street Glasgow G21 2AH t. 0141 770 4575 e. info.gca@btconnect.com MILTON COMMUNITY CENTRE
A Glasgow City Council venue for community use.
CONTACT Milton Community Centre 424 Liddesdale Road GLASGOW G22 7BX t. 0141 772 9100
POSSILPOINT COMMUNITY CENTRE
A Glasgow City Council venue for community use.
CONTACT Possilpoint Community Centre 130 Denmark Street GLASGOW G22 5LQ t. 0141 336 4057
RUCHILL COMMUNITY CENTRE
A Glasgow City Council venue for community use.
CONTACT Ruchill Community Centre 671 Bilsland Drive GLASGOW G20 9NF t. 0141 946 8161
ST MATTHEW'S CENTRE
A multi-purpose community centre, services include: support and information for homeless people, ex-offenders and people who are disadvantaged by drug and alcohol misuse; a lunch club for older people; adult education and training opportunities; sporting, recreational and cultural opportunities for children and young people. Local people are actively involved in the management of the centre, which is used as a meeting place and support agency by a number of local community groups
opening hours Monday 9am – 10pm Tuesday – Friday 9am – 10pm Saturday 9am – 3pm Sunday 2pm – 7pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT St Matthew's Centre 200 Balmore Road Glasgow G22 6LJ t. 0141 347 1726 f. 0141 347 1726 e. stmatthews@btclick.com
SIGHTHILL DROP-IN CENTRE
CONTACT Sighthill Drop-In Centre Fountainwell Square GLASGOW G21 1RF t. 0141 558 6910 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
WESTERCOMMON RESOURCE CENTRE (ALSO KNOWN AS 'THE COURTYARD')
A community-managed offering a large multi-purpose hall, small meeting rooms, I.T. suites and a kitchen and cafe facility.
CONTACT Westercommon Resource Centre 2 Westercommon Drive GLASGOW G22 5PQ t. 0141 336 3444
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NORTH GLASGOW YOUTH STAKEHOLDERS' GROUP
North Glasgow Youth Stakeholders' Group represents around 60 agencies working with young people across North Glasgow. The group acts as an information sharing forum for youth providers and takes individual strands of partnership work forward through its sub-groups. The main area of focus is youth participation, involving young people in the decision making processes in their community.
The Stakeholders' Group has monthly meetings, supported by quarterly networking events, based around themes identified by the group. To be a member of the group you must belong to an agency currently working with young people, aged between 10 and 25 in North Glasgow.
CONTACT Community Planning Partnership Unit W7 141 Charles Street Glasgow G21 2QA
t. 0141 564 1030 f. 0141 564 1088 e. April.McCauley@gcpl.org.uk w. http://ngysg.sitekit.net
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Encourages saving through a credit union and offers access to low-interest loans to members. Information and a signposting service is available on all aspects of debt and money management.
opening hours
Monday – Friday 11.30am – 3.30pm
pay in points
Wednesday 1pm – 3pm
Thursday 6pm – 7.30pm
working in
Ruchill
CONTACT
Ruchill Credit Union
Ruchill Community Centre
671 Bisland Drive
Glasgow
G20 9NF
t. 0141 946 2832
f. 0141 946 2832
GREATER MILTON & POSSILPARK CREDIT UNION LTD
In the absence of banking facilities in Milton, the credit union offers affordable and reliable financial services to the community, regardless of people’s resources or their level of income. Low interest loans are available to members. Any surplus the credit union makes on its activities during the year, can be returned to the members in the form of a dividend. Members can save as often as they like and, up to certain limits, as much as they like. The Project operates from 2 additional areas:
Milton Unemployed Community Resource Centre: Thursday and Friday
Possilpark Parish Church: Saturday
opening hours
Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
working in
Milton, Possilpark
CONTACT
Greater Milton & Possilpark Credit Union Ltd
1 Westray Circus
Milton
Glasgow
G22 7BE
t. 0141 347 0671
f. 0141 336 6777
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Provides fresh home made meals to the home of service users who are housebound / disabled or isolated people within the community in North Glasgow.
This service is available to any one in the North Area of Glasgow and costs £2.50 per meal.
opening hours Monday - Friday
CONTACT Cook 'n' Care 74 Closeburn Street Possil Glasgow G22 5ST
t: 0141 336 3562 e: d.canning@disabilityforum.org.uk
GOOD MORNING NORTH GLASGOW
Provides a free daily telephone care and alert service to older people, disabled people and people with mental health problems. Carers monitor the well-being of members and are alerted to potential health problems at an early stage. The project aims to reduce isolation and exclusion while making people feel safer in their home.
project hours 8am – 12 noon (not open to the public)
working in North Glasgow, Springburn, East Balornock, Milton, Lambhill & Parkhill
CONTACT Good Morning North Glasgow Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street Possilpark Glasgow G22 5QG t. 0141 336 7766 f. 0141 336 7838 e. nickyt@goodmorningproject.org w. www.goodmorning.org.uk
MILTON ACCESS PROJECT
Provides free transport to hospitals, doctors and shops. This service is for the elderly, disabled and infirm or for anyone who may feel socially excluded through illness. They can also provide an escort service. The project leader visits clients to register them with the service and to assess individual needs.
opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm
working in Milton
CONTACT Milton Access Project 15 Scaraway Drive Milton Glasgow G22 7EY t. 0141 564 5044 e. liz@miltonaccessproject.org
MILTON KIDS D.A.S.H. CLUB
Offers a range of sport and social opportunities for young people with physical and learning disabilities, through the provision of after school, lunchtime and holiday programmes.
opening hours Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 3pm – 5pm
working in North Glasgow - all areas
CONTACT Milton Kids DASH Club Milton Community Centre 424 Liddesdale Road Milton Glasgow G22 7BX t. 0141 772 8121 f. 0141 772 8675 e. kath@mkdash.fsnet.co.uk
OPENING
Supports unemployed disabled people to gain and sustain the paid employment of their choice. Offering one-to-one support, the project assists people to gain confidence and motivation, to prepare a c.v., gain interview skills and conduct employment searches, they also provide a job monitoring service.
Opening is open to anyone who lives within the Glasgow City boundary, who has a disability, health problem or impairment, is unemployed and wishes to work for 16 hours per week or more. There is no charge for this service.
CONTACT Opening Unit W5, Rosemount Workspace 141 Charles Street Royston Glasgow G21 2QA t. 0141 552 8382 f. 0141 552 4951 e. keithjones@opening.org.uk w. www.opening.org.uk
POSSIL & MILTON FORUM ON DISABILITY
A drop-in centre with a cafe serving food. The project offers a wide variety of activities including educational classes such as computing and sign language, recreational and sporting activities. All activities are open to the general public as the Forum actively encourages integration.
The Out and About Club offers children and young people (8-18) with physical, learning or sensory impairments, the support they require to take advantage of local youth programmes and facilities.
opening hours:
Café Monday - Friday 10am – 4pm
Youth Project Wednesday 7pm – 9pm
working in North Glasgow, Milton
CONTACT Possil & Milton Forum on Disability 74 Closeburn Street Glasgow G22 5ST t. 0141 336 3562 f. 0141 336 6991 e. possilmilton@aol.com
REVIVE SCOTLAND
Revive Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing care, support and practical assistance for people with multiple sclerosis, their families, carers and friends. They provide counselling, physiotherapy, complementary therapies, dietary advice, podiatry and oxygen therapy. Group work for - newly diagnosed, fatigue self-management, pain management, exercise and leisure classes.
opening hours Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 4.30pm Thursday, open until 8pm
CONTACT Revive Scotland Unit 16 Chapel Street Industrial Estate Glasgow G20 9BD t. 0141 945 3344 e. info@revivescotland.org
The meals are delivered by a small staff and a very loyal hard working group of volunteers who have daily contact with the service user.
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Provides education and training, group work, information & advice, support on welfare benefits, housing/homelessness, health, counselling, relationships, domestic & sexual abuse, debt counselling and legal advice.
The centre also provides childcare and after school care.
opening hours
Monday to Thursday 9.30am – 8.30pm
Friday 9.30am – 4pm
working in
North Glasgow - all areas
CONTACT
Red Road Womens' Centre
10/20 Petershill Court
Springburn
Glasgow
G21 4PY
t. 0141 557 5571
f. 0141 557 3307
e. rrwc@btconnect.com
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Provides a specialist community rehabilitation service for individuals with drug/alcohol problems. They offer a structured day programme designed to support individuals to maintain stability, cope with detoxification, explore treatment options and maintain a drug/alcohol free lifestyle.
The project supports individuals to build confidence and self-esteem. They provide individually tailored care packages promoting drug/alcohol education, relapse prevention, anxiety management, coping with depression and trauma. Addaction provides links to various other services, including: education, employment training, leisure & creative activities, community groups, volunteering opportunities and family support. They also offer alternative therapies, structured group work sessions and one-to-one support.
All clients must be referred through the local Community Addiction Team .
opening hours Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm evening and weekend opening can also be arranged
CONTACT Addaction 200 Balmore Road GLASGOW G22 6LJ t. 0141 437 2255/2256 e. d.graham@addaction.org.uk
REALISE COMMUNITY PROJECT
Provides a full-time structured day programme to assist clients in their personal, social and employability skills, aiming to assist people to move away from alcohol and drug problems into further education and employment. Clients have the opportunity to participate in a number of activities and, through this to develop a range of new transferable skills that can be applied in a work or social setting.
Referrals are accepted from social work, community addiction services, criminal justice teams, community rehab services, health services, housing and self referral.
The project holds 3 evening classes a week which are open to the public and free of charge, these include:
CERAMICS, Mondays 6.30pm-8.30pm
DRAMA, Tuesdays 6.30pm-8.30pm
VISUAL ARTS, Wednesdays 6.30pm-8.30pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Realise Community Project 808 Garscube Road Glasgow G20 7ET t. 0141 579 5101 f. 0141 579 5102 e. grace@realisecommunitproject.co.uk w: http://realise.sitekit.net
ROSEMOUNT HEALTHY LIFESTYLES PROJECT
Group work and one-to-one support for women who have addiction problems or have family members with addictions. The programme of activity is developed in response to expressed need with the aim of promoting well-being and improving mental and physical health.
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Rosemount Lifelong Learning 221 Millburn Street Royston Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 552 3090 e. admin@rosemount.ac.uk w. www.rosemount.ac.uk
RUCHILL DEVELOPMENT / NEXT STEPS PROJECT
Works with young people, 14-18 years in Ruchill and Possilpark, providing a needs-led, holistic approach to the intervention of drug and alcohol misuse as well as other risk-taking, anti-social behaviours by providing advice, support and diversionary activities, through street work, thematic based group work and individual work.
The project operaties various afternoons and evenings (see below)
Monday Street work, 5.30-8.00pm Girls drama/art group, 5.30-7.30pm Body combat, 7.45-8.45pm
Tuesday Boys group, 6.00-9.00pm Internet cafe, 5.00-8.30pm Football group, 6.00-7.00pm
Wednesday Girls group, 5.00-7.00pm
Thursday Girls basketball, 5.30-6.30pm Boys group, 7.00-9.00pm Girls group, 6.00-8.00pm
Friday Street work, 5.30-8.00pm C-card, 5.30-7.30pm
CONTACT Ruchill Youth Project 671 Bilsland Drive Glasgow G20 9NF t. 0141 945 1461/1540 e. karen@ruchillyouthproject.org
SUSTAINABLE LEARNING & SUPPORT PROJECT
Provides a programme of vocational and non-vocational learning opportunities in community outreach learning centres for people with a history of drug misuse. Through group work and one-to-one support, the programme offers the first step back into learning for people who want to develop new interests, build confidence and gain employability related skills..
CONTACT North Glasgow College 110 Flemington Street Springburn Glasgow G21 4BX t. 0141 558 9001 f. 0141 558 9905 e. infocentre@north-gla.ac.uk w. www.north-gla.ac.uk
TAILORED GUIDANCE FOR EX-DRUG USERS
Offers specialist guidance to clients who have experienced drugs misuse, with a view to supporting and moving them into employment via the services of Glasgow North Regeneration Agency and other agencies as appropriate to their individual needs.
opening hours Monday, Tuesday 9am – 4.45pm Wednesday, Thursday 9am – 8pm Friday 9am – 3.30pm
working in North Glasgow, all areas Outreach offices in Possil, Royston, Milton & Maryhill Surgeries as required
CONTACT Glasgow North Regeneration Agency St Rollox House, 130 Springburn Road Glasgow G21 1YL
t. 0141 552 5413 f. 0141 552 0886 e. info@glasgownorth .org w. www.glasgownorth.org
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opening hours Monday to Thursday - 9am to 1pm and 1.30pm to 4.45pm Friday - 9am to 1pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm
open to residents of Hillhead, Partick, North Kelvin and Anderston.
CONTACT Anderston Skillshop Northwest Economic Network 214-216 Kent Road Glasgow G3 7HE t. 0141 564 5210 e. bob@northwesteconomicnetwork.org w. www.northwesteconomicnetwork.org
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GLASGOW NORTH REGENERATION AGENCY
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assists local people to access employment opportunities
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assists local people to sustain employability by promoting lifelong learning and development
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supports the formation of new businesses in the area
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encourages existing employers to grow, develop and increase their competitiveness
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supports the environmental regeneration of the area
Also offers a range of informal and recognised IT qualifications to employed and unemployed people in North Glasgow.
opening hours Monday-Thursday, 9am-4.45pm Friday, 9am-3.30pm
CONTACT Glasgow North Regeneration Agency St Rollox House 130 Springburn Road Glasgow G21 1YL
t. 0141 552 5413 f. 0141 558 0886 w. www.glasgownorth.org
Royston 117 Royston Road, Glasgow G21 t. 0141 552 8142
Possilpark 18/20 Balmore Road, Possilpark, Glasgow G21 2QN t. 0141 347 0690
Milton Milton Resource Centre, 460 Ashgill Road, Glasgow G22 7HJ t. 0141 762 1238
Maryhill 968 Maryhill Road, Maryhill, Glasgow, G22 7TA t: 0141 946 9100
Maryhill Shopping Centre Office, Maryhill Road, Glasgow, G20 9SH t: 0141 579 5551
Wyndford Office, 21 Dunbeith Place, Glasgow G20 8HS t: 0141 945 5600
Community Central Halls,308-310 Maryhill Road, Glasgow G20 7YE t: 0141 332 9191
opening hours Monday – Thursday 9am – 4.45pm Friday 9am - 3.30pm
WORKING LINKS
Provides advice and support to find and keep suitable employment. Assists people to set goals, create and update CV's, complete application forms, prepare for interview, cope with setbacks and generally provide support to people looking for work.
criteria for use People who are unemployed, claiming JSA or income support, incapacity benefit, SDA or pension credit, any new deal participant or anyone who has not been looking for work because of domestic responsibilities for 2 years or more. Also partners of people claiming the listed benefits.
opening hours Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 4.30pm Initial visit can be anywhere in the North of Glasgow. New office to be Opened in North area soon.
CONTACT Norman house 1189 Duke Street Glasgow G31 5NW
e. information@workinglinks.co.uk w. www.workinglinks.co.uk
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A community-run day centre, offering recreational and therapeutic sports activities for elderly and physically disabled people.
CONTACT
Alive & Kicking Project
94 Red Road
Glasgow
G21 4HP
t. 0141 558 0329
f. 0141 557 0310
e. alive.kicking@gmx.net
MILTON VOLUNTEER & CARE PROJECT
Recruits and trains volunteers as escorts and befrienders. Also provides a low-cost care and repair service to vulnerable, elderly, disabled and low-income families living in Milton where the client is expected to provide the materials for the job and the labour costs are met by the project. The aim is to reduce common accidents in the home, which can occur when older people and disabled people attempt basic maintenance and health & safety checks are provided through routine home maintenance visits.
Provides advice and advocacy generally to older people, including assessments for the use of orthopeadic chairs and the lending of wheelchairs. The service overall assists elderly people who have no other means of help.
Referrals come from statutory agencies and from clients themselves.
opening hours
Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm
Drop-in activities for older people, Tuesday & Thursday 10am-12noon
working in
Milton
CONTACT
Milton Care & Repair Project
123 Castlebay Drive
Milton
Glasgow
G22 7LP
t. 0141 772 6503
f. 0141 772 6482
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Provides a supportive and confidential environment for people coming to terms with the diagnosis of Hepatitis C and HIV/Aids. Offers a range of social, educational and volunteer/employment opportunities, which enable members to adopt a more stable living pattern. Also offers members access to a personal development programme, holistic therapies and a healthy eating/nutrition programme in the form of a regular shared meal.
opening hours Monday, 9am – 5pm Tuesday, 10am – 5pm Wednesday, 9.30am – 8pm Thursday, 10am – 5pm Friday, 10am – 4pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Anam Cara Living Centre Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street Glasgow G22 5QG
t. 0141 336 8093 e. anam-cara@btconnect.com w: www.anam-cara.org.uk
NORTH GLASGOW HEALTHY LIVING COMMUNITY Following the holistic approach to health and wellbeing, North Glasgow HLC works in partnership with partner organisations to improve the quality of life, health & wellbeing of local people by:
- increasing aspirations
- promoting opportunities
- facilitating positive changes
Specific priority areas are:
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physical activity
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mental health
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arts & leisure
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healthy eating
Target groups are:
CONTACT North Glasgow Healthy Living Community Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street Glasgow G22 5QG t. 0141 336 7000 e. info@healthynorthglasgow.co.uk
YOUTH HEALTH SERVICE
A drop in health service for young people aged 12-19.
When young people visit the YHS they can:
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- See a doctor or nurse, with a friend or on their own, to discuss any particular health problem or issue they may have – without having to make an appointment
- Talk in private or with friends to our counsellor or drugs and alcohol worker about anything from stress, family problems to questions you might have on addictions
- Visit the gym for a workout
- Chat to our youth workers
- Take part in workshops
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opening hours Every Thursday 6.30-9.30pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Youth Health Service Maryhill Health Centre Glasgow G20 9DR t: 0141 531 8718 web: www.ruhealthy.biz
KEEP WELL PROJECT
Keep Well is for people aged between 45 and 64 to encourage making lifestyle changes at this age to make a big difference to their future health.
A free health check is offered to look at a number of things including blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes and lifestyle issues like exercise and diet. It also gives access to a range of other FREE services to keep you healthy.
Your practice nurse will usually carry out the Health Check, you may also have time with your Dr.
To learn more please visit www.keepwellscotland.com
If you would like to arrange a health check:
Visit your local Health Centre to make an appointment
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Makes available a home made 3-course meal which can be delivered directly to the home of housebound or older people. Food is served by a friendly volunteer. A menu of healthy eating options is available if you are interested in finding out more. The service operates Monday-Friday, but there is no obligation to commit to 5 days, the services is flexible, offering a combination of days and courses to serve your needs.
COST £2.50 for a 3-course meal
CONTACT Desmond Canning Possil & Milton Forum on Disability 74 Closeburn Street Glasgow G22 5ST t. 0141 336 3562 e. dccanning@msn.com
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MILTON FOOD PROJECT
Offers a range of high-quality, affordable produce through a community shop and delivery service. Encourages people to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in relation to shopping, cooking and enjoying healthy food. Volunteers have access to a range of training opportunities, including customer service and communications. Food demonstrations and cookery classes are available on a regular basis. The project currently delivers fresh fruit and vegetables to over 20 schools, nurseries and community venues in North Glasgow. In collaboration with local health professionals the project conducts weaning sessions in Health centres throughout the North Glasgow area. Staff will conduct outreach work on request.
community shop Monday – Friday 9.30am – 4pm Thursday 6.30pm – 8pm
office opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas Delivery Service only available in Milton
CONTACT Milton Food Project Milton Unemployed Community Resource Centre 460 Ashgill Road Glasgow G22 7HJ t. 0141 772 7423 e. annie_dunlop@anniesland.ac.uk
NORTH GLASGOW COMMUNITY FOOD INITIATIVE
Aims to have a positive impact on the health of people living in North Glasgow and to strengthen the diverse communities of the area by delivering the range of services listed below:
Fruit and vegetable sessions Selling low cost, fresh fruit and vegetables at community venues. These are currently St Rollox Church (Tuesday 12.30 - 1.30), Sighthill Library (3-4pm), Germiston Community Association (Wednesday 9-10am) and Elmvale centre (Thursday 10am - 4pm). We also sell fruit and vegetables from the office at all other times.
At Sighthill library we offer a free healthy living kids club alongside the fruit and vegetable session from 3-4pm.
For people that are housebound we offer a delivery service. We also do orders and deliveries for community groups.
Allotment project Offering activities and programmes for people to get involved in growing their own fruit and vegetables or simply to get out in the fresh air and get active. A variety of organisations refer their clients onto us to work on the allotment Cookery groups and demonstrations Organising cookery groups for people to learn about healthy eating and share recipe ideas. We offer healthy cookery demonstrations to different groups of people which have included youth groups, men and elderly people.
Outreach Working in partnership with other organisations we offer food tastings at events, take part in health awareness raising days and do displays and presentations to different groups. We are involved in a variety of projects, pilot work and networks including a health board weaning project, which gives parents information about feeding their baby and ideas for preparing baby food.
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
working in Sighthill, Springburn, Red Road, Royston
CONTACT North Glasgow Community Food Initiative The Millburn Centre 221 Millburn Street Royston Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 552 8817 f. 0141 552 8817 e. info@ngcfi.org.uk w. www.ngcfi.org.uk
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Provides a range of computing classes and free access to the Internet on a drop-in basis.
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm & 6pm – 9pm working in East Balornock
CONTACT Balornock East Community Resource 42/44 Broomton Road, Balornock GLASGOW G21 3RU t. 0141 563 5120 e. balornockeast@yahoo.co.uk
BARMULLOCH COMMUNITY CENTRE & LIBRARY
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access. For full details of activities and opening hours access Glasgow City Council’s website using this link
CONTACT Barmulloch Community Centre & Library 46 Wallacewell Quadrant GLASGOW G21 3PX t. 0141 558 1772 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk
BLOCHAIRN HOUSING CO-OPERATIVE
Provides a computer suite at their offices in Roystonhill, with access to the Internet.
hours of opening Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9am-8pm Tuesday, 9am-5pm Friday, 9am-3.30pm
CONTACT Blochairn Housing Co-operative 311 Roystonhill GLASGOW G21 2HN t. 0141 553 1601
GERMISTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Two computers are available for Internet access and other I.T. uses.
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9am - 4.30pm Saturday, 9am – 12noon
working in Royston and Germiston
CONTACT Germiston Community Association 297 Forge Street GLASGOW G21 2AH t. 0141 770 4575 e. pmcdonald.gca@btconnect.com
MILTON LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTRE
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access. For full details of activities and opening hours access Glasgow City Council’s website using this link
CONTACT Milton Library & Learning Centre 163 Ronaldsay Street GLASGOW G22 7AP t. 0141 276 0885
NORTH GLASGOW HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Provides an internet cafe on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 5-9pm in their computer suite at 264 Saracen Street.
CONTACT North Glasgow Housing Association 104 Bardowie Street GLASGOW G22 5HJ t. 0141 336 1300 e. info@northglasgowha.com w. www.northglasgowha.com
NORTHERN ROCK FESTIVAL GROUP
Provides five computers for Internet access.
hours of opening to be supplied by project
CONTACT Northern Rock Festival Group Millburn Centre 211 Millburn Street GLASGOW G21 2HL t. 0141 552 7197 e. info@nrfg.co.uk w. www.nrfg.co.uk
POSSILPARK LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTRE
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access.
CONTACT Possilpark Library & Learning Centre 127 Allander Street GLASGOW G22 5JJ t. 0141 336 8110 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
ROYSTON LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTRE
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access.
CONTACT Royston Library & Learning Centre 67 Royston Road GLASGOW G21 2QW t. 0141 552 1657 e. lil@glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
ROSEMOUNT LIFELONG LEARNING
Provides a whole range of learning opportunities such as pre-vocational and vocational courses, adult education in an approachable and supportive setting complemented by pre-five childcare, pre-school education, after school care, literacy and leisure classes, computer access, parents groups, asylum seeker support and integration groups, guidance, aftercare and volunteering.
CONTACT Rosemount Lifelong Learning The Millburn Centre 221 Milburn Street GLASGOW G21 2HL t. 0141 552 3090 e. admin@rosemount.ac.uk w. www.rosemount.ac.uk
RUCHILL LEARNING CENTRE
Provides drop-in access to the Internet. Also provides a full learning programme.
opening hours Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Tuesday evening 5pm - 8pm
CONTACT Ruchill Community Learning Centre 201 Shuna Street Ruchill Glasgow G20 9EY t. 0141 946 5675 e. sharon_barr@anniesland.ac.uk
SIGHTHILL LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTRE
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access.
CONTACT Sighthill Library & Learning Centre Fountainwell Square GLASGOW G21 1RF t. 0141 558 6910 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
SPRINGBURN LEISURE CENTRE
A REAL learning centre with Internet access.
CONTACT Springburn Leisure Centre Kay Street GLASGOW G21 1JY t. 0141 557 5878 e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
WANDERERS YOUTH CLUB
Information to be supplied by the project
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9.00-4.30pm
CONTACT Wanderers Youth Club 15 Skerray Street Glasgow G22 7PT t. 0141 762 0991
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LITERACY/NUMERACY/ESOL PROJECT Provides learning in literacy and numeracy and ESOL to suit individual needs (one-to-one or in a group setting). Learning is delivered from a number of venues:
- Maryhill Housing Association Offices
- Cube Housing Association Offices
- Skills Shop in Maryhill Shopping Centre
- Skills Shop in Anderston
- Women's Centre in Maryhill
- Wyndford Community Learning Centre in Maryhill
opening hours Monday to Thursday - 9am to 4.30pm Friday - 9am to 3pm
ESOL evening classes Tuesday - 6pm to 7pm Wednesday - 5.30pm to 7.30pm
CONTACT Lyndsay Cooper 45 Garrioch Road Glasgow G20 t. 0141 579 5551
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NORTH GLASGOW COLLEGE
The College provides an extensive range of learning opportunities from an introductory stage through to accredited learning. In addition to the College curriculum, courses are delivered in a number of community venues throughout North Glasgow.
CONTACT North Glasgow College 110 Flemington Street Glasgow G21 4BX t. 0141 558 9001 e. rose.fairley@north-gla.ac.uk w. www.north-gla.ac.uk
BALGRAYHILL LEARNING CENTRE
Provides learning opportunities on a flexible basis, offering training in computing, social skills and general education to SQA level. Course options change on a regular basis, depending on assessed need and local demand. An up to date listing is available on request.
Other services include, access to on-line learning and nationally approved learning materials; free Internet access to users of the centre; a jobs vacancies board and childcare facilities for young people up to 12 years of age.
opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am – 4pm Tuesday, 6pm – 8pm
working in North Glasgow – all areas
CONTACT Balgrayhill Learning Centre 139 Balgrayhill Road GLASGOW G21 3AE t. 0141 558 1117 e. balgrayhill@hotmail.com
BALORNOCK EAST COMMUNITY RESOURCE
Provides extended lifelong learning opportunities for local residents; supported education; core skill development opportunities; access to the Internet and a homework club for school-aged young people.
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm & 6pm – 9pm working in East Balornock
CONTACT Balornock East Community Resource 42/44 Broomton Road, GLASGOW G21 3RU t. 0141 563 5120 e. balornockeast@yahoo.co.uk
BARMULLOCH LEARNING CENTRE
Provides access to state-of-the-art ICT facilities, including Internet access. The project aims to provide a range of learning opportunities, support and guidance to local people, enabling them to overcome barriers to learning, develop self-confidence and experience progression in learning.
CONTACT Barmulloch Learning Centre 99 Rockfield Road GLASGOW G21 3DY t. 0141 558 6185 e. infocentre@north-gla.ac.uk w. www.north-gla.ac.uk
MILTON LIBRARY AND LEARNING CENTRE
A REAL learning centre, providing computing classes and Internet access. For full details of activities and opening hours visit HERE
Library membership is free to anyone. Please bring something with your Full name & Address (Printed or Typed) & something with your signature
opening hours Mon: 10.00 - 5.00 Tue: 10.00 - 8.00 Wed: 10.00 - 5.00 Thu: 1.00 - 8.00 Fri: 10.00 - 5.00 Sat: 10.00 - 5.00
CONTACT Milton Library & Learning Centre 163 Ronaldsay Street GLASGOW G22 7AP
t: 0141 772 1410 e: lil@csglasgow.org w: www.csglasgow.org/services/libraries/Librarylocations/miltonlibrary.htm
MILTON RESOURCE CENTRE
A community learning centre offering IT courses and other educational programmes. For a full programme of opportunities, contact the Centre.
CONTACT Milton Resource Centre 460 Ashgill Road GLASGOW G22 7HJ t. 0141 762 4413
NORTH GLASGOW COLLEGE OUTREACH LEARNING
Located in easily accessible community venues, North Glasgow College provides a range of SQA accredited learning and vocational training opportunities to local people in North Glasgow and Springburn & East Balornock. The programme of training on offer is flexible and user-led, putting local people in charge of their learning. Courses include: woodworking, literacy & numeracy programmes, computer skills, social care skills, access to the Internet and communications skills. They also offer courses in art welding, art, drama, aromatherapy, healthy eating, healthy lifestyles, first aid, and elementary food hygiene.
opening hours varies depending on venue working in North Glasgow & Springburn, East Balornock
CONTACT North Glasgow College 110 Flemington Street Springburn GLASGOW G21 4BX t. 0141 558 9001 e. infocentre@north-gla.ac.uk w. www.north-gla.ac.uk
POSSIL LEARNING CENTRE
Provides a programme of learning opportunities, aiming to reduce barriers to lifelong learning for people with little or no formal educational qualifications and those facing particular barriers to education, training or employment.
opening hours Monday – Friday, 9am – 4.45pm
working in North Glasgow, all areas
CONTACT Possil Learning Centre Ardoch House 25 Ardoch Street GLASGOW G22 5QG t. 0141 336 7201
ROSEMOUNT FLEXI-CENTRE
The centre offers computing classes at all levels as well as courses in: calligraphy, driving theory test course, drug proof your kids course, English for speakers of other languages, literacy & numeracy, maths, family history, first aid, glass design, homework club, careers guidance, psychology, nail technician course, stress management, study skills, tai chi, yoga and web design.
opening hours Monday-Thursday, 9.15am-8pm Friday, 9.15am-5pm
CONTACT Rosemount Flexicentre 102 Royston Road Glasgow G21 2NU t. 0141 553 0808 e. flexicentre@rosemount.ac.uk w. www.rosemount.ac.uk Community Channel
ROSEMOUNT LIFELONG LEARNING
Provides a whole range of learning opportunities such as pre-vocational and vocational courses, adult education in an approachable and supportive setting complemented by pre-five childcare, pre-school education, after school care, literacy and leisure classes, computer access, parents groups, asylum seeker support and integration groups, guidance, aftercare and volunteering.
CONTACT Rosemount Lifelong Learning The Millburn Centre 221 Milburn Street GLASGOW G21 2HL t. 0141 552 3090 e. admin@rosemount.ac.uk w. www.rosemount.ac.uk RUCHILL LEARNING CENTRE
Provides education and training facilities for local unemployed people and low-waged clients. Courses include: computing, languages, English as a 2nd language and parents and kids computing classes. The Centre also promotes European funded courses which include study up to National Certificate level.
There is a well-equipped creche facility for use by parents who are participating in study at the centre. Courses are free of charge to students who meet Glasgow City Council's criteria for study. Students not eligible may pay a fee which is approximately £60 for a 40 hour module.
opening hours Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Tuesday evening 5pm - 8pm
CONTACT Ruchill Community Learning Centre 201 Shuna Street Ruchill Glasgow G20 9EY t. 0141 946 5675 e. sharon_barr@anniesland.ac.uk WESTERCOMMON RESOURCE CENTRE
Provide an I.T. suite offering a range of computer courses and access to the Internet.
CONTACT Westercommon Resource Centre 2 Westercommon Drive GLASGOW G22 5PQ t. 0141 336 3444
WYNDFORD COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTRE Provides careers guidance, advice & counselling, I.T courses, working for families project, Focus Project, CAB advice
hours of opening Monday to Thursday - 9am - 4.45pm Fri 9am-3.30pm
CONTACT Wyndford Community Learning Centre Glasgow North Regeneration Agency 21 Dunbeath Place Glasgow G20 8HS t. 0141 945 5600 w: www.glasgownorth.org
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FLOURISH HOUSE LTD
A mental health organisation which is part of the International Clubhouse Movement, providing transitional employment placements, supported employment opportunities, work ordered day activities, in-house education courses and supported education at local colleges.
opening hours Monday to Thursday - 9am to 5pm Friday - 9am to 4pm
CONTACT Flourish House Ltd 23-25 Ashley Street Glasogw G3 6DR t. 0141 333 0099 e. info@flourishhouse.org.uk w. www.flourishhouse.org.uk
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GLASGOW ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Provides one-to-one support, group activities and a befriending service to people whose lives are affected by mental health problems.
Operates in: Possilpark, Springburn, Milton, Balornock, Parkhouse, Hamiltonhill, Barmulloch, Sighthill, Townhead and the East End of the city.
CONTACT Glasgow Association for Mental Health North and East Project Hyde Park Business Centre 60 Mollinsburn Street Glasgow G21 4SF t. 0141 558 0943
LIFELINK, CRISIS INTERVENTION PROJECT
A crisis intervention service, working in the North Glasgow area with people who are in cisis, self-harming and or at risk of suicide. Provides a free and confidential service that includes a drop-in, one-to-one support, assessment and onward referral. Also provides group work, massage and counselling on-site, information on harm minimisation and training on wound dressing.
opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 10am to 4pm Wednesday - 3pm to 9pm Sunday - 1pm to 3pm (lunch provided)
Drop-in during office hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 10am to 4pm except Wednesday - 3pm to 8.30pm
There is an under 16s drop-in every Thursday from 4pm to 6pm Male outward bound activities running throughout the year Female support groups running throughout the year
CONTACT Lifelink Millburn Centre 221 Millburn Street Roystonhill Glasgow G21 2HL t. 0141 548 1515 e. info@lifelink.org.uk w. www.lifelink.org.uk
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SCOTTISH ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH (Glasgow North ESF Project)
Offer core skills development, training, vocational guidance and employment support services to clients affected by mental health issues. Training is delivered in woodwork, horticulture, information technology and office skills. Open to anyone with a mental health problem, willing to work towards a positive outcome of employment further education or voluntary work.
opening hours Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 5pm
CONTACT Scottish Association for Mental Health NHS Greater Glasgow Primary Care Division Hathaway Street Glasgow G20 8TD t. 0141 945 0563 e. glasgow.north@samhservices.org.uk
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The centre offers an extensive leisure programme, a gym, sports hall and conference facilities. Details of activities on offer can be obtained from the centre.
opening hours
Monday - Friday, 8am-10pm
Saturday and Sunday, 10am-3pm
CONTACT
Possilpark Millennium Centre
25 Ardoch Street
GLASGOW
G22 5QG
t. 0141 572 0046
e. possilrenewal@hotmail.com
SPRINGBURN LEISURE CENTRE
The centre has a purpose built fitness suite, a sports hall and swimming pool, a health suite and a dance studio. For full details of activities on offer at Springburn Leisure Centre access Glasgow City Council website using this link
CONTACT
Springburn Leisure Centre
Kay Street
GLASGOW
G21 1JY
t. 0141 557 5878
e. lil@cls.glasgow.gov.uk
w. www.glasgow.gov.uk
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