Third Sector Programmes: Health & Young People

Health

Interventions suitable for

Anyone experiencing mental or physical health problems, disadvantage, isolation or poverty.

Programme Title and Provider

Midlothian Community Hospital Garden (Cyrenians)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Midlothian Community Gardens focus on welcoming people experiencing mental or physical health problems, disadvantage, isolation or poverty. The gardens offer people fantastic opportunities to grow food, socialise and become more active. The garden teams also run regular events, workshops and courses.

Possible Outcomes

Decrease in isolation, increase in positive well-being.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Individuals who have long term physical and emotional health needs (often relating to Trauma)

Programme Title and Provider

Wellbeing Service (Thistle Foundation)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Based in GP surgeries across Midlothian the service works with individuals who have long term physical and emotional health needs (often relating to Trauma).

Possible Outcomes

Holistic approach to mental and physical health. Potential for improved life choices across Midlothian. Streamlined links to other support agencies.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Young people

Interventions suitable for

14-19 year olds

Programme Title and Provider

RUTS, (Rural & Urban Training Scheme)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Motorcycle mechanic based programmes, Bicycle mechanics and cycling, Employability fund, Climate challenge fund work. Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and City and Guilds qualifications.

Possible Outcomes

Increase skillset in relation to employability, self-confidence and self-belief. Reduction in criminogenic needs.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order for 14-19 year olds.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]

Interventions suitable for

All age guidance service with a focus on school pupils, school leavers and the young unemployed. Also provide a service to adults at risk of redundancy

Programme Title and Provider

Skills Development Scotland

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Careers Information, Advice and Guidance including an on-line service – My World of Work. A Work Coach service for unemployed young people aged 16-19 requiring extra support to find employment, education or training. Employability Training programmes including Employability Stage 2/3/4 and Modern Apprenticeships.

Possible Outcomes

Increased skill set. Life chances are improved. Improved use of time.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Young unemployed people aged 16-25

Programme Title and Provider

The Princes Trust Team Programme

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Employability support/advice. Education & training programme for unemployed young people

Possible Outcomes

Support to address and range of risk and need factors. Decrease in offending behaviour by positive use of time and peer group involvement.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Young people aged 16-30 years who are likely not to be in full time employment and may have issues around poor mental health or learning difficulties, substance misuse, homelessness, criminal justice or isolation from their communities.

Programme Title and Provider

Venture Scotland

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Venture Scotland offers an outdoor, activity based personal development programme for young people aged 16-30 years who want to make significant, lasting changes in their lives and develop life skills, resilience and positive coping strategies. The aim is to:
Get a job or a place in further education / training.
Build a happier, healthier and more fulfilled life.
Give something back to help others and improve the community.

Possible Outcomes

Building on confidence, well-being, positive use of time, citizenship.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

All ages with specific services for young people aged 14-25; jobseekers; older people and adults with complex and multiple conditions including Dementia.

Programme Title and Provider

Volunteer Midlothian

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Provides services for people interested in volunteering, training and support for organisations engaging volunteers, supported volunteering for young people aged 14 to 25, Community Links Befriending service, support and activities for people with dementia and IT tuition for different client groups including jobseekers (Connect Online).

Possible Outcomes

Improved use of time and well-being.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Young people 11-18 yrs identified as being involved in or at risk of becoming involved in offending, anti-social and risky behaviours.

Programme Title and Provider

Y2K Cashback180 Programme

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Y2K 180 offers a referral-based early support and prevention service for young people. Using intervention, prevention and diversionary youth work methods, activities etc. to support and encourage young people to make positive changes and work toward positive futures.

Possible Outcomes

Reduction in offending behaviour and safer communities.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]