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July Update

July has seen the launch of our new befriending project, more people are expressing their interest in volunteering, and our group members connect at our new Nurture by Nature activities.
Despite the hot spell we continue to deliver our services, scroll on to see our latest updates.

Welcome to the Team
SCVO Gathering 2022
WELL Course
Men's Health Week
A huge thank you to Ace Bike Co
Changes Info Sessions
What's On - support available

To find out more about Changes see our website www.changeschp.org.uk call 0131 653 3977 or email info@changeschp.org.uk

Welcome to the Team

Meet Zanjbeel, our new Befriending Co-ordinator

Zanjbeel is helping us to set up and deliver ‘Well Connected’, our new befriending service which will connect people who are struggling with their mental health or feeling lonely with friendly, supportive volunteers.

Zanjbeel has completed her Counselling certificate and is currently studying toward her Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Why Befriending is Important?

Befriending can make a positive difference and change someone's life. By offering one-to-one befriending volunteers can help someone create a network of support and encourage a positive change in their mental health and wellbeing.

How will it work in the words of our new Befriending Co-ordinator

"Well Connected will match a befriender volunteer with someone from the community, based on like-mindedness and location.

Together they will go on walks, meet for coffee, chat through Zoom or over the phone.

By beginning to engage with the community and enjoy building a strong connection, participants will develop their confidence, have more social contact, and positively benefit their wellbeing and mental health." ─ says Zanjbeel.

'Well Connected' has been featured in the East Lothian Courier and you can learn more about the project here.

Become a Volunteer Befriender!

Do you have an hour spare per week? We are looking for compassionate and kind individuals (just like you!) to join our team of volunteer befrienders. We provide volunteer induction training and ongoing support.

Giving back to the community is highly rewarding, and you can gain new skills, experience and meet new people.

Please get in touch with us by phone or email and we will send you an application form.

Events

SCVO Gathering 2022 | Our project development co-ordinator Kelly spotted us on the SCVO Gathering wall of supporters.

Changes took part in the largest voluntary sector event in the UK, SCVO (Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations) gathering in Glasgow.

It was a great opportunity to meet other voluntary organisations and learn from each other.

A huge thank you to Ace Bike Co

Thank you to Ace Bike Co bike shop in Musselburgh for supporting us following our bike hut break-ins.

Ace Bike Co have repaired bikes, advised on tool replenishment, purchased kit and bikes for us, and donated a bike to our cycling group!

We are also grateful to the East Lothian community for offering bikes, which we couldn't take because our new hut wasn't ready yet.

We are now back to capacity, and we'll be able to loan bikes again soon.

Changes Info Session!

An opportunity for anyone over the age of 16 in East Lothian to find out more about Changes, the support offered and how people can access support. This session is relevant to anyone looking for support for yourself, to find out more for friends or family or in a professional capacity.

Please note this is not a support session, but an opportunity to find out about support available.

Email to book your place

Support

Booking is required for all activities, places are limited, however all activities are repeated. For information click on the links below or contact us.

Groups and Courses - Mental Health and Wellbeing

Build Your Self-Esteem
5 weeks
Port Seton Community Centre

Ukulele for Beginners
Tuesdays, 2:00 - 3:00pm
6 weeks
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Ukulele (Post Beginners)
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm
6 weeks
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Ponder Wander
Thursdays, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Various locations throughout East Lothian

Men's Peer Support Group
Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Starts Monday 1st August
7 weeks
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

First Steps To Positive Mental Health (face-to-face)
Thursdays, 1:00am - 3:00pm
Starts Thursday 28th July
7 week block
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Relaxation Workshops
Thursday 4th August, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh
Repeats monthly

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)
Wednesday 10th August, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday 11th August, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Nature Photography Workshop
Wednesday 10th August, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Understanding and Managing Anxiety Course
Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Starts Thursday 25th August
5 weeks
Online

Compassion Focused Therapy Group
Next course dates coming soon
8 week block
Location to be confirmed

Crisis Handling Awareness Training (CHAT)
Tuesdays 19th July and 26th July, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Zoom

Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid
Tuesday 20th September, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Monday 21st September, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Fisherrow Centre, Musselburgh

Gentle Exercise
Fisherrow, Musselburgh

Fitness for Wellbeing
6 week block
Outdoor Venue, Musselburgh

Nordic Walks
Musselburgh

Tai Chi
Fisherrow, Musselburgh

Changes Therapy

Changes Counselling service is offered via video conferencing, telephone and face to face appointments in Musselburgh. For information and to request counselling click here. Please note our counselling service has a waiting list.

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September 2022

Changes Info Session
Wednesday 7th September 2022, 4:00 – 4:45pm, Zoom

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