Midlothian
DETAILS
Local Authority area:
Midlothian
Primary Courts of relevance:
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and the High Courts
All information provided by:
Midlothian Community Justice Partnership
Midlothian Community Justice Information
Published: 30 November 2021
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Third Sector Programmes: Older People, Veterans & Men
Older people
Interventions suitable for
People aged 65+.
Programme Title and Provider
Grassy Riggs and Grassy Riggs Memories Group
Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available
Grassy Riggs offers a supportive place for people over the age of 65 to come together and experience purposeful social engagement. It aims to alleviate isolation and exclusion as well as establish a stronger identity and belonging. Weekly peer lead
Memories Group which provides an opportunity for older people to socialise and engage in fun and informative activities.
Possible Outcomes
Decrease in isolation and increase in overall well-being, both physical and mental.
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]
Veterans
Interventions suitable for
Ex-Service personnel and their family members.
Programme Title and Provider
Lothian Veterans project
Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available
Ex-Service personnel and their family members can access a wide range of information, support and advice services, an outdoor activity programme, and mental health therapists and counselling.
Possible Outcomes
Holistic approach to addressing well-being of Veterans. Improved life chances.
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]
Men
Interventions suitable for
Men over the age of 18 years.
Programme Title and Provider
Men’s Shed
Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available
Men’s Shed is a permanent meeting place where lots of good community and healthy self and group determined experiences take place. Men over the age of 18 years are encouraged to socialise and be part of social activities. A popular and supportive service for men in Midlothian.
Possible Outcomes
Increase social engagement. Supportive environment for well-being.
Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention
Self-referral Men over the age of 18 years.
Relevant information re. funding for the programme
[Information not specified]
Interventions suitable for
Men over the age of 18 years.
Programme Title and Provider
Counselling for adult male survivors of sexual abuse (Health in Mind)
Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available
This Counselling Service offers face-to-face counselling up to six months for men aged 18 years and over who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse living in the Midlothian area.
Possible Outcomes
Supportive environment for well-being.
Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention
Self-referral Men over the age of 18 years.
Relevant information re. funding for the programme
[Information not specified]