In our Hub consultation, 'information about health and wellbeing services in communities' was one of the top priorities for participants who also identified the issue of 'digital exclusion in some areas and among some groups'. We have responded to this by having a drop-in space where people can access local information, along with our free laptop loaning initiative.

Every third Friday of the month from 11am-1pm, Wowers (Weekday Wow Factor members) and student volunteers will be on hand for some tea and chat and to help you to find activities in your local area that you might be interested to try. We also have a Community Spotlight where different groups come in to talk about their organisation or project.

  • Friday 24th January - Join Cath from the Glasgow North West Carers Team to hear about Glasgow City Carers Partnership supporting unpaid carers in the city. We will also be joined by Dr Bhautesh Jani, a GP researcher in the School who is going to be sharing a new research proposal around lung cancer screening.  
  • Friday 21st February - Gozie from The Alliance will be joining us to talk about digital health and social care and NHS Connect Me programme, and in particular the blood pressure monitoring project.
  • Friday 21st March - Spirit of Springburn.
  • Friday 25th April - Michelle from Glasgow Life. Discover how physical activity can transform your wellbeing, break down common myths, and empower you to take the first step toward a more active lifestyle. Glasgow Sport provides tailored support to help you to move more, feel better, and live well - no matter your starting point. Did you know that even small changes in physical activity can lead to big improvements in your health and happiness? Join us to learn more about the support, programmes, and opportunities available to help you start your journey toward a healthier, more active life.
  • Friday 16th May - Lorraine Hannah, Outreach and Engagement Practioner from GamCare will be joining us to talk about their services and the free, flexible, confidential and free from judgement range of support they offer to people who may be at risk of harmful gambling or who need support because they are impacted by someone else’s gambling.
  • Friday 20th June - to be confirmed.

ALISS (A Local Information System for Scotland) is a national, digital system that helps communities work together to find and share information about local groups, organisations, activities and services that can support health and wellbeing. ALISS is funded by the Scottish Government and managed by the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE) so is completely free to use for anyone wishing to add or search for information. Our volunteers will help you to navigate this database at these community drop-in sessions.

If you're interested in participating in a future community spotlight please
email: byreshub@glasgow.ac.uk.

 

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First published: 16 February 2024

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