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Activities & Recreation<\/h2>
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Stroke and young people<\/strong>
www.firrhillcentre.com<\/a>
Firrhill Day Centre (South Edinburgh)
257 Colinton Road
Edinburgh EH14 1DW
0131 441 7162<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Stroke and young people<\/strong>
www.craighall.org.uk<\/a>
Craighall Day Centre (North Edinburgh)
210 Ferry Road
Edinburgh EH6 4RB
0131 551 2194<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Headway Edinburgh<\/strong>
www.edinburghheadway.org.uk<\/a>
Edinburgh Headway Group is a Registered Scottish Charity dedicated to helping and supporting the traumatically head injured their families and carers. Premises at Peffer Place are open Monday to Thursday from 9am to 4pm and offer a range of therapeutic and rehabilitative activities that include fitness reflexology and social activities.
Unit 4, 27 Peffer Place
Edinburgh
EH16 4BB
0131 370 0393
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Get up and Go<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburgh.gov.uk\/getupandgo<\/a>
List of activities groups etc. in Edinburgh for the over 50\u2019s.
Waverley Court Business Centre C1
4 East Market Street
Edinburgh EH8 8BG
0131 529 7988
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ECAS<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.ecas-edinburgh.org\/<\/a>
As a fun and friendly organisation Ecas provides all kinds of opportunities for physically disabled people to get together and enjoy themselves. Ecas will provide transport from the class to your home if you do not have your own transport and may be able to provide limited support with transport costs to get you to a class if you meet certain criteria. Our fees are kept as low as possible and we do not charge those who meet set criteria. There are 2 Swimming classes at the Thistle Foundation. Yoga is at both the Firhill Centre (257 Colinton Road) and Norton Park (57 Albion Road off Easter Road). Two Art classes are held at the Firrhill Centre (Colinton Road). The third Art class and 2 Craft classes are held at Norton Park 57 Albion Road (off Easter Road). Computing is also at Norton Park. We have a free Internet cafe at Norton Park – follow the link for full details.
Ecas Norton Park
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2344<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ageing Well<\/strong>
The Ageing Well project promotes healthy lifestyles for older people. Our volunteers who are all over 50 help us to achieve this by encouraging and supporting participation in physical activity.
North East Edinburgh
19-21 Buchanan Street
Edinburgh EH6 8SQ
0131 553 2559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North East Edinburgh Ageing Well Project<\/strong>
19-South Central Edinburgh –
141 London Road
Edinburgh EH7 6AE
0131 652 2178<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Thistle Foundation<\/strong>
www.thistle.org.uk<\/a>
The Thistle Foundation gym is a warm friendly relaxed environment where gym members of all abilities are supported to improve their health and fitness levels. The fully accessible gym hosts a range of exercise equipment. The gym is continually supervised by professional staff. The gym is also available to hire. Annual membership is just \u00a315 plus \u00a32 per visit. Membership is open to all members of the public over 16. Opening Hours: Mon 8.15am – 1.15pm & 2.30pm -7pm. Tues 8.15am – 7pm. Wed 8.15am – 7pm. Thurs 8.15 -1.15pm & 2.30pm – 7pm. Fri 8.15am -1.15pm. Sat 9am -12noon.
Emma Hollands 0131 661 3366<\/p>\n\n\n\n


M.I.L.A.N. Day Centre<\/strong>
Neena Agarwal Ethnic Catering 3 Days Tue\/Wed\/Thu
Portlee Hawkhill Avenue
Edinburgh
0131 475 2307<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Inverleith Lunch Club<\/strong>
Inverleith Parish Church. Tue\/Thur
Inverleith Parish Church
Ferry Road
Edinburgh
0131 552 3919<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Wardie Parish Church<\/strong>
Wardie Club meets every week in the Upper Hall on Wednesdays at 2pm except during the Autumn and Winter period up to the Easter holiday. It is a group for retired men and women. There is a varied programme of speakers and a warm welcome is always given to new faces.
Wardie Parish Church
Primrose Bank Road
Edinburgh EH5 3JE
Alex Sutherland 0131 552 4238<\/p>\n\n\n\n


South Leith Lunch Club<\/strong>
Mon\/Tue\/Wed\/Thu\/Fri
Parish Church Halls Henderson Street Leith
0131 553 2862\/ 0131 554 2581<\/p>\n\n\n\n


St Pauls & Pilrig Lunch Club<\/strong>
Wednesday
Church Hall
Pilrig Street
Edinburgh
0131 553 1876 or 553 2323<\/p>\n\n\n\n


St.Margarets (Ripple Project) Lunch Club<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.rippleproject.co.uk\/<\/a>
Mon\/Tue\/Wed\/Thur\/Fri
Church Hall
176 Restalrig Road South
Edinburgh EH7 6EA
0131 554 0422<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Ripple Project<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.rippleproject.co.uk\/<\/a>
Makes social inclusion a reality in Restalrig and Lochend
Church Hall
176 Restalrig Road South
Edinburgh EH7 6EA
0131 554 0422<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North Leith Lunch Club
Thursdays
Church Hall
Madeira Street
Leith
0131 553 3155<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craigentinny House Community Centre<\/strong>
Craigentinny Community Centre serves the communities of Lochend Restalrig and Craigentinny. Target groups are: elderly adults returning to education, adults with special needs, ethnic minority groups young people and children 0-12 years.
Craigentinny House
9 Loaning Road
Edinburgh EH7 6JE
0131 661 8188<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Royston\/Wardieburn Community Centre<\/strong>
11 Pilton Drive North
Edinburgh EH5 1NF
0131 552 5700<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North East Edinburgh Older Men\u2019s Health and Wellbeing Project (Pilmeny Project)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.pilmenydevelopmentproject.co.uk\/<\/a>
Aims to increase the social integration of older men (50+) in the North East Edinburgh area by developing opportunities for isolated older men and by providing activities which promote their mental health and well being.
19-21 Buchanan Street
Edinburgh EH6 8SQ
0131 553 2559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Leith Community Education Centre<\/strong>
Various activities for local community
Newkirkgate
Leith
Edinburgh EH6 6AD
0131 554 4750<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Duncan Place Resource Centre<\/strong>
Various activities for local residents
4 Duncan Place
Edinburgh EH6 8HW
0131 554 1509<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Fort Community Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.joininedinburgh.org\/organisation\/5\/<\/a>
The Centre runs a range of activities which include sport recreational and educational activities such as: Arts Groups; Children’s After School Clubs; Youth Work; Children’s Classes; Family Learning Groups; Breakfast Club; Food Co-op; Older Person’s Groups; Dance; Yoga; Gentle Exercise and Family Swimming (Trinity Academy Pool Craighall Avenue).
Fort Primary School
North Fort Street
Edinburgh EH6 4HF
0131 553 1074<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Northfield\/Willowbrae Community Education Centre<\/strong>
The centre serves the communities of Northfield, Willowbrae and Piershill.
Indoor bowls, keep fit Ladies Monday night club
Northfield Road
Edinburgh EH8 7PP
0131 661 5723<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Salvation Army Leith<\/strong>
The Citadel Lunch Club meets Tuesdays 12-1pm Small charge
13 Bangour Road
Edinburgh EH6 5JV
0131 554 6107<\/p>\n\n\n\n


PEP<\/strong>
www.pepequalities.co.uk<\/a>
To enhance the quality of life for older and other vulnerable adults in North Edinburgh by continuing to develop services that enable active community participation which encourage independence and which measurably reduce isolation. PEP runs five social & lunch clubs within the local area. PEP Weekend Resource “The Resource” is a very friendly place open at weekends for those aged 50+ living in the greater Pilton area who are isolated and sometimes cannot cope. The Resource offers lunch and a range of activities.
PEP Centre
3 West Pilton Park
Edinburgh EH4 4EL
0131 315 4466<\/p>\n\n\n\n


St. David\u2019s Episcopal Church<\/strong>
St. David\u2019s Wednesday Wanderers \/ St. David\u2019s Smarties Club
St. David\u2019s Episcopal Church
Royston Mains Place
Edinburgh
0131 538 6262<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Chummy Club Day Centre<\/strong>
Thursdays
16 Pilton Drive
Edinburgh EH5 1NX
Frances Durie 0131 552 6858<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Rainbow Club Day Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.drylawparishchurch.org.uk\/<\/a>
Mon\/Thur\/Wed\/Thur\/Fri
Drylaw Church
Groathill Road North
Edinburgh
Jackie Brown 0131 343 6643<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Drylaw Neighbourhood centre<\/strong>
www.drylaw.northedinburgh.net<\/a>
Offering a range of activities and classes.
67b Groathill Road North
Edinburgh EH4 2SA
0131 315 4989<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Prentice Centre<\/strong>
Various activities for local people: Over 50’s The Happy Club meet every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 4pm. Entertainment film shows bingo outings and make new friends. Drylaw Rainbow Club Monday – Friday ; Monday- 10am Men\u2019s Club 2pm Carpet Bowls.
Over 50’s The Happy Club
1 Granton Mains Avenue
Edinburgh EH4 4GA
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Drylaw Rainbow Club <\/strong>
Drylaw Parish Church
Groathill Road North
Edinburgh EH4 2RQ
Over 50s The Happy Club – 0131 552 0485. Drylaw Rainbow Club – 0131 343 1441<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Millenium Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/muirhousecommunitycentre.co.uk\/<\/a>
Various activities for the local community see website
7 Muirhouse Medway
Edinburgh EH4 4RW
0131 467 3578<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sunshine Club<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.muirhousecommunitycentre.org.uk\/<\/a>
Social activities for 50+.
7 Muirhouse Medway
Edinburgh EH4 4RW
0131 467 3578<\/p>\n\n\n\n


West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre<\/strong>
Various activities for the local community
19 West Pilton Grove Edinburgh EH4 4BU
0131 551 3194<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craigroyston Community Centre<\/strong>
Various activites for local residents
1a Pennywell Road
Edinburgh EH4 4PH
0131 332 7360<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Stockbridge Day Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.lifecare-edinburgh.org.uk\/<\/a>
For people who are physically frail who experience social isolation or who just enjoy the company of their peers. It provides companionship stimulation and supervision in a safe and friendly environment for up to 40 people each day. Our dementia centre-based care services are the Cottage Companion Club and our St. Bernard’s Club. Both are open Monday to Friday.
For the frail elderly our Dean Club (formerly known as Stockbridge House Day Centre) is open Tuesday to Thursday. In some circumstances people who are 50+ may be eligible for this service.
Our Outreach Service is a registered care service for people who are 65 years or over and is tailored to those people living in the community and offers a friendly and safe service in a person\u2019s home.
2 Cheyne Street
Edinburgh EH4 1JB
Dean Club 0131 343 0946 St Bernard\u2019s Club 0131 343 0945 Companion Club 0131 657 4101 Outreach 0131 343 0944<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sutherland Street Lunch Club<\/strong>
Monday
Sheltered Housing
39 Sutherland St
Edinburgh
0131 337 9161<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ferry Folk L.C. Lunch Club<\/strong>
Wednesday
Rosebery Hall
High St.
South Queensferry
Mrs Leask 331 2773<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sth. Queensferry Lunch Club<\/strong>
Tuesday\/Friday
Parish Church
The Loan
South Queensferry
0131 331 1757<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Queensferry Churches Lunch Club<\/strong>
Monday\/Friday
The Haven
Rosebery Avenue
South Queensferry
Gareth Wilkinson 0131 331 5570<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Kirkliston Community education Centre<\/strong>
Indoor Carpet Bowls for Seniors
Kirkliston Care for Older People
16-18 Queensferry Rd
Kirkliston EH29 9AQ
0131 333 4214<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Norwood Community Wing<\/strong>
Station Road
RATHO STATION
EH28 8PT
0131 333 1021<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ratho Community Education Centre<\/strong>
Provides various 50+ groups
1 School Wynd
Ratho EH28 8TT
0131 333 1055<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Rannoch Community Education Centre<\/strong>
Provides various 50+ groups
Rannoch Terrace
Edinburgh EH4 7ES
0131 339 5351<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Royston\/Wardieburn Community Centre<\/strong>
11 Pilton Drive North
Edinburgh EH5 1NF
0131 552 5700<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Queensferry Churches’ Care in the Community<\/strong>
www.qccc.org.uk<\/a>
Established in 1993 as a registered charity dedicated to providing quality support services to older people and carers within the communities of rural north-west Edinburgh
The Haven
25B Burgess Road
South Queensferry EH30 9JA
0131 331 5570<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lunch Clubs South Queensferry and Dalmeny<\/strong>
WRVS run a lunch club at the Church on the Loan on a Tuesday and Friday.
The Loan
Dalmeny
South Queensferry
Peggy Leask 0131 331 2773<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Kirkliston Parish Church<\/strong>
Lunches served in the Church Centre every TUESDAY from 12.00-1330
Eileen Brown. 0131 333 3578<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Gylemuir Community Association<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.gylemuir.org.uk\/<\/a>
Serving Broomhall, Wester Broom, Forrester, South Gyle and Gogarloch. A local organisation next to Gylemuir Primary School with excellent facilities and a range of day and night classes to suit everyone. The centre can also offer Internet Access and its facilities are available to hire for birthday parties etc.The seniors group meet every Tuesday between 2pm and 4pm
10 Wester Broom Place
Corstorphine
Edinburgh
07950 142 249<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Granton Parish Church<\/strong>
www.grantonparish.org.uk<\/a>
Lunch club every Wednesday, men’s club every Friday
56 Boswall Parkway
Edinburgh EH5 2BD
0131 551 2159<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Blackhall Over 60+ group<\/strong>
www.blackhallstcolumba.org.uk<\/a>
The Over 60s Club meets each Monday afternoon from October to April in the large hall. The aim is to provide instruction and entertainment for older people and enable them to meet new friends. Tea and biscuits are served at 1:45pm and the speaker or musical group entertains from 2:15 – 3:30pm
Church Office
Columba Road
Edinburgh EH4 3QU
0131 332 4431<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Cathay Court Day Centre<\/strong>
Tue\/Wed
Dorset Place
Edinburgh
Ben Yuen or Tony Shek 0131 228 5808<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Cluny Centre<\/strong>
www.morningsideparishchurch.org.uk<\/a>
Provides base for several activities for local residents
1 Cluny Drive
Edinburgh EH10 6DN
0 131 447 6745<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pleasance Day Centre<\/strong>
Wed\/Thur\/Fri
7 West Adam Street
Edinburgh EH8 9SX
0131 558 3728 Contact Warden<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Eric Liddle Centre Day Centre<\/strong>
Mon\/ Wed\/ Fri
Community Centre
15 Morningside Road
Edinburgh
Jane Taubman 447 4520 \/ 446 3394<\/p>\n\n\n\n


South Bridge Resource Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.southbridge.edin.org\/<\/a>
Infirmary Street
Edinburgh EH1 1LT
0131 558 3545 or 0131 558 8222 or 0131 556 2944<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Braidwood Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.braidwoodcentre.org\/<\/a>
Dumbiedykes’ Neighbourhood and Community Centre
64 Dumbiedykes Rd
Edinburgh EH8 9UT
0131 529 7418<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Nelson Hall Community Centre<\/strong>
www.southside.edin.org\/nelsonhall\/index.html<\/a>
5 Spittalfield Crescent
Edinburgh EH8 9QZ
0131 667 8838<\/p>\n\n\n\n


St Ann’s Centre<\/strong>
www.stanns.edin.org<\/a>
St Ann’s is a community centre for people living in the old town and south side areas of Edinburgh
6 South Gray’s Close
Edinburgh EH1 1TQ
0131 557 0469<\/p>\n\n\n\n


South Side Community Centre<\/strong>
www.southside.edin.org<\/a>
A base for local community groups and learning opportunities in the south side area of Edinburgh
117 Nicolson Street
Edinburgh EH8 9ER
0131 667 0484<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Tollcross Community Centre<\/strong>
www.tollcross.edin.org<\/a>
Tollcross Primary School
117 Fountainbridge
Edinburgh EH3 9QG
0131 221 5800<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Open Door<\/strong>
www.theopendoor-morningside.org.uk<\/a>
A small community centre in South Edinburgh that focuses on the provision of caring support particularly to elderly people. Transport is available.
420 Morningside Road
Edinburgh
0131 447 9757<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pleasance Day Centre<\/strong>
Monday – Friday
7 West Adam Street
Edinburgh EH8 9SX
0131 558 3728<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Riddles Court Community Centre<\/strong>
The building is mainly used as a venue for adult learning classes
322 Lawnmarket
Edinburgh EH1 2PQ
0131 225 4411 or 0131 225 8189<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Mayfield Salisbury Church (Thursday club)<\/strong>
Meets at Mayfield Salisbury Church Upper Hall at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoons with an attractive weekly programme of music, slides, talks and demonstrations which are found to appeal to many tastes. Open to all especially, those of more mature years!
18 West Mayfield
Edinburgh EH9 1TQ
0131 667 1522<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Liberton & Area Handi.Ass Day Centre<\/strong>
Mon\/Tue\/ Wed\/ Thur
26 Gracemount Drive
Edinburgh EH16
Wilma Nelson 0131 664 7424<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Prestonfield & District Neighbourhood Workers Project<\/strong>
Lunch Club on Monday – Fridays 11 .30am-1pm . Transport available . Day activities Mon Wed 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm Transport available . Mental Health support group Thur 10am-1pm transport available Mens Group – Friday 1.30-3.30pm transport available . Dementia day care Mon +Tues 9.30 – 2.30pm.
63 Prestonfield Avenue Edinburgh EH16 5ET
Linda wight 0131 620 7222<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Inch House (Disabled) Day Centre<\/strong>
Wednesday
Community Centre
225 Gilmerton Road
Edinburgh EH16
Alison McPhail 0131 664 4710<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Jack Kane Centre Day Centre<\/strong>
208 Niddrie Mains Rd
Edinburgh EH16 4ND
0131 657 1595<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Niddrie Saturday Club Lunch Club<\/strong>
Caring in Craigmiller 63 Niddrie Mains Terr.
Caring in Craigmiller 63 Niddrie Mains Terrace
Edinburgh EH16
Isobel Trowel 0131 661 5877<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Moredun Community Centre Tuesday Club Lunch Club<\/strong>
Tuesday
Community Centre
6 Moredun Park View
Edinburgh EH17 7NE
Ann Burns 0131 664 3823<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Gilmerton (Community Centre) Lunch Club<\/strong>
Lunch Club for 60+ come along have lunch play bingo carpet bowls and socialise Transport is available Gilmerton Community Centre
4 Drum Street
Edinburgh EH17 8QG
0131 664 2335<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Libertus<\/strong>
www.libertus.org.uk<\/a>
Supports people of all ages from the areas of Gilmerton, Burdiehouse, Southhouse, Inch, Liberton, Hyvots and Gracemount. Offers a service for older people, frail elderly and people with dementia.
Libertus
20 Gracemount Drive
Edinburgh EH16 6RN
0131 664 7424<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Wheels & Sticks<\/strong>
Arts and social club for people with physical disabilities who like to get out of the house and meet people. Meets every Thursday 10am – 2pm.
Gilmerton Community Centre
Gilmerton Road
Edinburgh EH17 8QG
0131 664 2335<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Duddingston Kirk Parish Lunch club<\/strong>
Thursday\u2019s 11:30 – 2pm transport available
Old Church Lane
Edinburgh EH15 3PX
0131 661 4240<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Cameron House Community Centre<\/strong>
34 Prestonfield Ave
Edinburgh EH16 6EU
0131 667 3762<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bingham Community Education Centre<\/strong>
The centre is located in the grounds of Lismore Primary School. The programme is mainly focussed on children and young people. Adult participation is mainly with the 50+ group
Lismore Primary School Bingham Avenue Edinburgh EH15 3HD
0131 669 877\/8<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bingham and District 50+ Project<\/strong>
To provide social educational and leisure opportunities for older people within the greater Craigmillar area . Activities include library home – link information service transport provision volunteer \/ escorts, educational \/ interest classes leisure and fitness programme day – care provision social activities outings, occasional events and get togethers
31 Bingham Avenue
Edinburgh EH15 3HZ
0131 669 0606<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Magdalene Community Centre<\/strong>
The centre is adjacent to Brunstane Primary School and has a programme of youth and children’s work and social and lunch clubs for adults.
Magdalene Drive
Edinburgh EH15 3BE
0131 669 8760<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Castlebrae Community Education Office<\/strong>
The community school welcomes all local people to a wide range of educational and recreational opportunities. The Family Centre offers support for local under 5s and their carers. Facilities within the school are available for let to local people
Castlebrae Community High School
Greendykes Road
Edinburgh EH16 4DP
0131 661 7463<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Towerbank Community Education Office<\/strong>
Towerbank Annexe
13 Bath Street
Edinburgh EH15 1EZ
0131 657 2607<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Liberton Kirk<\/strong>
Senior citizens group exercise groups for over 60’s mens groups
Liberton Kirk
Kirkgate
Edinburgh EH16 6RY
0131-664 8264<\/p>\n\n\n\n


porty.org.uk\/home<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.porty.org.uk\/<\/a>
Portobello online – a community website
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Portobello Older People’s Day Centre<\/strong>
Tue\/Wed
Baptist Church Halls
High Street
Portobello EH15
Rita Aitken 0131 657 4264<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portobello Older People’s Project<\/strong>
Volunteer transport takes the frail elderly and housebound to and from weekly meetings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Lunch is provided and games, talks, reminiscence sessions and trips out are organised. The project is run by a professional supervisor and volunteers. For more information call 657 4264 on a Tuesday or Wednesday.
Baptist Church Hall
185 Portobello High Street
Portobello EH15
0131 657 426<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portobello Community Education Centre<\/strong>
www.portobellocc.btik.com<\/a>
3 Adelphi Grove
Edinburgh EH15 1AP\u00a9
0131 669 8275<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portobello Lunch Club<\/strong>
Mondays
Baptist Church Halls
High Street
Portobello EH15
Nell Graham 0131 669 4351<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre<\/strong>
www.goodtrees.edin.org<\/a>
Offers state-of-the-art purpose-built accommodation for a variety of educational, recreational and social activities for the local community
5 Moredunvale Place
Edinburgh EH17 7LB
0131 672 2629<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Gracemount Youth & Community Centre<\/strong>
Offers lunch clubs and various other activities
128 Lasswade Road
Edinburgh EH16 6UA
0131 664 3275<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Inch Community Education Centre<\/strong>
Inch House
225 Gilmerton Road
Edinburgh EH16 5UF
0131 664 4710<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North Merchiston Day Care<\/strong>
29 Bryson Road
Edinburgh EH11 1DY
0131 337 8568<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Canalside Day Care<\/strong>
26 Hailesland Place
Edinburgh EH14 2SL
0131 458 9860<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Beacon Day Centre<\/strong>
www.broomhousecentre.org.uk<\/a>
The Beacon Club offers day care to older people with dementia on Mondays and Thursdays. It’s a small group – just 8 places per day
Broomhouse Centre
79-89 Broomhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH11 3HR
0131 455 7331<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Special Needs Lunch Club Broomhouse Centre<\/strong>
Offers a nutritious two-course meal at a very low cost and is a valuable social contact point for people living alone, disabled people, the elderly and their carers
0131 455 7731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Clovenstone (Lunch Club)<\/strong>
Community Centre
54 Clovenstone Park
Edinburgh EH14 3EY
0131 453 4561<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Firrhill Lunch Club<\/strong>
Mon\/Wed\/Fri
Sheltered Housing
Firrhill Drive
Edinburgh
0131 441 2781<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Gorgie Memorial Hall Community Centre<\/strong>
www.gorgiememhall.edin.org<\/a>
Local classes and community activities such as youth clubs, children’s art projects, mother and toddlers groups and health and fitness classes
338 Gorgie Road
Edinburgh EH11 2DU
0131 346 1976 or 0131 337 9098<\/p>\n\n\n\n


St Brides Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/stbrides.wordpress.com<\/a>
Activities for local residents, for example, keep fit for over 50\u2019s, carpet bowls, lunch club etc
10 Orwell Terrace
Edinburgh EH11 2DZ
0131 346 1405<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Currie Kirk Day Care Project<\/strong>
Fridays
Gibson Craig Hal
Lanark Road
West Edinburgh
Elspeth Frame 0131 451 5141<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sighthill Community Centre Day Centre<\/strong>
Sighthill Wynd
Edinburgh EH11 4BL
0131 453 6078<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Dove centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.dovecentre.org\/<\/a>
The only dedicated centre for the over 50s in the Wester Hailes area of Edinburgh, seeking to support older people to remain as independent as they can be, through a variety of socially inclusive transport, learning, social welfare, activities – health and volunteering opportunities.
Dove Centre 22 Hailesland Place Edinburgh EH14 2SL
0131 453 4656<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Harlaw Day Centre<\/strong>
Monday
Deanpark Primary School
30 Marchbank Gadens
Balerno EH14
Frances Callaghan 0131 449 5603<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Gylemuir Community Association<\/strong>
www.gylemuir.org.uk<\/a>
The seniors group meet every Tuesday between 2pm and 4pm.
10 Wester Broom Place
Corstorphine
Edinburgh
07950 142 249<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Over Sixties Club<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.salvationarmy.org.uk\/gorgie<\/a>
Providing an hour of worship, teaching and education for men and women over sixty years of age. 1:30pm
0131 346 2875<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Carrickvale Community Centre<\/strong>
Forever Young – A day club for the elderly -for more information phone 443 4167. Also runs gentle exercise groups for over 50\u2019s and silver surfers
Carrickvale Community Centre 2 Saughton Mains Street Edinburgh EH11 3HH
0131 443 6971<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Calder Community Centre<\/strong>
9 Calder Park
Edinburgh EH11 4JN
0131 453 2654<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Balerno Community Centre<\/strong>
7\/11 Main St
Balerno EH14 7AQ
0131 453 4561 or 0131 458 5959<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oxgangs Care<\/strong>
www.oxgangscare.weebly.com<\/a>
Provides direct help and support through a range of services to isolated, vulnerable and disadvantaged people living in Oxgangs and surrounding areas
St John’s Church
Oxgangs Path
Edinburgh EH13 9LX
0131 445 3332<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Braidburn Club<\/strong>
Meets at Greenlaw Rig Sheltered Housing scheme every Thursday from 10am till 3pm providing daytime support to older people who are recovering from a period in which things have been uncertain, difficult or painful. Members are transported to and from the Club by minibus and lunch is provided for a small charge
Philip Hacking 0131 441 9816<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Carnethy Club<\/strong>
Meets at Fairmilehead Church every Friday from 10am till 3pm providing daytime support to older people with additional needs. Members are transported to and from the Club by minibus and lunch is provided for a small charge
Philip Hacking 0131 441 9816<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craiglockhart Tea Group<\/strong>
Meets at Craiglockhart Church on the last Wednesday of every month, offering afternoon tea and companionship to older people who would otherwise not be able to get out of the house. A team of local volunteers provide transport by car to and from the venue.
Philip Hacking 0131 441 9816<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Friday Coffee Group<\/strong>
Meets at Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre for a couple of hours every Friday morning for coffee, fun and games and occasional outings. Catering for older people who experience or are recovering from mental ill health, members are collected and taken home by minibus.
Heather Levy 0131 445 5559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Physical Disability Group<\/strong>
Meets at Pentland Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon for tea and a blether and occasional outings. Especially for people who experience disability as a result of chronic illness. Unfortunately, due to lack of funding, no transport can currently be provided.
Margot Anderson 0131 445 5559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Young at Heart Group<\/strong>
Meets at Pentland Community Centre for a couple of hours every Thursday afternoon for tea, fun and games and occasional outings. Catering for older people who experience or are recovering from mental ill health members are collected and taken home by minibus.
Moira Fenning 0131 445 5559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre<\/strong>
71 Firrhill Drive
Edinburgh EH13 9EU
0131 441 7558<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Balerno Monday Club<\/strong>
The Monday Club is a non-denominational club for the “over 55s” offering a full and varied programme of talks and outings for anyone looking to meet like-minded people. The Monday Club meets on the first and third Monday of each month from September to April from 2.00 – 4.00 pm in the Church Hall. An annual subscription costs just \u00a35.
Trudy Allan Tel: 0131 449 4751 or Isabel Laing Tel: 0131 449 2316<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Balerno Old Folks’ Group<\/strong>
4th Monday of month from Sept to March
Balerno Church Hall
4 Glenbrook Rd
Balerno EH14 7BE
Betty Robson Tel: 0131 538 2967 or Mrs Beattie Stewart Tel: 0131 449 3796<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Juniper Green Village Hall<\/strong>
Various clubs and senior citizens Club
Baberton Avenue
Juniper Green
Edinburgh EH14 5DU
0131 453 4427<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Currie Senior Citizens\u2019 Club<\/strong>
All welcome Monday 2.00-4.00pm Oct to May
Gibson-Craig Hall
Currie
Midlothian EH14
Mrs Betty Smith 0131 449 2756<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Colinton Mains Community Centre<\/strong>
Firrhill Loan
Edinburgh EH13 9EJ
0131 441 6597<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Longstone Community Centre<\/strong>
Keep Fit activities and Over 50s Groups.
Redhall Grove
Edinburgh EH14 2DU
0131 453 6078<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Stenhouse\/Whitson Community Centre<\/strong>
Stenhouse Drive
Edinburgh EH11 3BQ
0131 443 9125<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pentland community Education Centre<\/strong>
Runs lunch clubs(See below) and other activities including the Thursday club\/ senior citzens activity Group
Pentland Community Education Centre
Oxgangs Brae
Edinburgh EH13 9LS
0131 445 2871<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pentland Lunch Club<\/strong>
Mon\/Tues\/Wed\/Thur\/Fri ex.wed
Community Centre
Oxgangs Brae
Edinburgh EH13 9LS
0131 445 2871<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pentland Lunch Club<\/strong>
A lunch club for ambulant older people who can make their way to and from Pentland Community Centre. Lunch and a blether is available every weekday for a small charge from 11.45am until about 1pm
Community Centre
Oxgangs Brae
Edinburgh EH13 9LS
Peter Clark 0131 445 5559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Colinton Garden Club<\/strong>
www.colintongardens.org.uk<\/a>
Our aim is to enable members to share their love of gardening and gardens and to work together in preserving and adding value to our quality of life.
Membership Secretary
21 Laverockdale Park
Edinburgh EH13 0QE
0131 441 5036<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Murrayfield club<\/strong>
www.mct.org.uk<\/a>
Day care for the elderly and for people with dementia, transport Tues\/Thurs\/Fri
2b Ormidale Terrace
Edinburgh EH12
0131 337 1091<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Balerno Parish Church Christian Action<\/strong>
Provides help or services of a practical nature to those who may require it. \u2022General household chores \u2022 Light gardening \u2022 Transport to doctors’ surgery \u2022 Transport to hospitals \u2022 Light housework \u2022 Ironing \u2022 Mending \u2022 Dog Walking
Joyce Mitchell Telephone 449 4680 \/ Sandra Lyle Telephone 449 4375 \/ Helen Bissett Telephone 449 5812<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Whale Arts Agency<\/strong>
www.whalearts.co.uk<\/a>
WHALE Arts Agency aims to advance the education and well-being of the people of Wester Hailes and beyond by delivering quality arts based activities for lifelong learning groups, includes a book club over 50’s group which attend cultural events film club and art groups.
0131 458 3267<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Balerno Footsteps 4 Fitness<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.balernof4f.org.uk\/<\/a>
Will Sharp – 0131 477 7733<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Health All Round<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.healthallround.org.uk\/<\/a>
Walking Groups. These very popular groups are a fantastic way of getting to know the best walks around Edinburgh. They will also help to improve your fitness levels and to make new friends. Springwell Striders meeting at Springwell House at 2pm every Tuesday – this very popular group is a great way to get some exercise and make new friends. Springwell Strollers Shorter strolls around Edinburgh, also meeting weekly at Springwell House every Tuesday. Stenhouse Strollers A programme of weekly walks starting from Stenhouse every Monday 11am. Women’s Walking Group Women only, meeting every Tuesday at 11am. Exercise Classes: Monday 11.15am ,Wednesday 10am Exercise to music. Women only, Monday class \u00a32, Wednesday class free. Thursday 6pm \u2013 7pm Flexible Strength \u2013 a combination of pilates, yoga and stretch. All welcome. Concessions available. Friday 1.45 – 2.45pm Mature Movers, exercise for the over 60\u2019s. A friendly and relaxed class and a good opportunity to make new friends! This class is free and open to men and women
Health All Round
Springwell House
Ardmillan Terrace
Edinburgh EH11 2JL
0131 537 7530<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Harlow Monday Club<\/strong>
Deanpark Clinic
31 Marchbank Gardens
Edinburgh
EH14 7ET
0131 449 5603<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Currie Kirk<\/strong>
Gibson Craig Hall
Lanark Road West
Edinburgh EH14 5EP
0131 451 5141<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Beacon Club<\/strong>
79\/89 Broomhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH11 3RH
0131 455 7731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Forever Young<\/strong>
Carrickvale Community Centre
2 Saughton Mains Street
Edinburgh EH11 3HH
0131 443 9671<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Dove Centre<\/strong>
22 Hailesland Place
Edinburgh EH14 2SL
0131 453 4656<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North Merchiston<\/strong>
29 Bryson Road
Edinburgh EH11 1DY
0131 337 8568<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Canalside<\/strong>
26 Hailesland Place
Edinburgh EH14 2SL
0131 458 9860<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Eric Liddell Centre<\/strong>
15 Morningside Road
Edinburgh EH10 4DP
0131 447 4520<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oaklands<\/strong>
35 Canaan Lane
Edinburgh EH10 4SG
0131 447 0770<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Open Door<\/strong>
420 Morningside Road
Edinburgh EH10 5HY
0 131 447 9757<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oxgangs Care<\/strong>
St John’s Church
Oxgangs Path
Edinburgh EH13 9LX
0131 445 3332<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Caring in Craigmillar<\/strong>
SPACE Units 10 – 15
11 Harewood Road
Edinburgh EH16 4NT
0131 659 2920<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Prestonfield<\/strong>
63 Prestonfield Avenue
Edinburgh EH16 5EX
0131 620 7222<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Libertus<\/strong>
20 Gracemount Drive
Edinburgh EH16 6RN
0131 664 7424<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Jewel<\/strong>
15 Bingham Crescent
Edinburgh EH15 3JZ
0131 669 0888<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pleasance Day Centre<\/strong>
SPACE Units 10 – 15
11 Harewood Road
Edinburgh EH16 4NT
0131 659 4702<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portobello Older Peoples Project and Portobello Monday Club<\/strong>
Baptist Church Hall
185 Portobello High Street
Edinburgh EH15 2EW
0131 657 4264<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bingham 50+<\/strong>
Bingham Community Complex
31 Bingham Avenue
Edinburgh EH15 3HZ
0131 669 0606<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Companion Club LifeCare<\/strong>
2 Cheyne Street
Edinburgh EH4 1JB
0131 315 2236<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portlee<\/strong>
17 Hawkhill Avenue
Edinburgh EH7 6BU
0131 652 1859<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Calton Welfare Service<\/strong>
London Road Church
1a Easter Road
Edinburgh EH7 5PH
0 131 661 0678<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Holyrood Abbey Wednesday Centre<\/strong>
163 Gilverstoun
Edinburgh EH15 2RG<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lochend & North East District<\/strong>
Marionville Court
1 Lochend Road South
Edinburgh EH7 6BP
132 652 8167<\/p>\n\n\n\n


NE Dementia Care Seagrove Centre<\/strong>
5 Seafield Street
Edinburgh EH6 7LG
0131 553 2766<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Northfield & Willowbrae New Restalrig Church Centre<\/strong>
1a Willowbrae Road
Edinburgh EH8 7EZ
0 131 661 9171<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Clermiston House<\/strong>
93 Parkgrove Terrace
Edinburgh EH4 7RD
0131 336 1181<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Granton<\/strong>
15 Wardieburn Street West
Edinburgh EH5 2DA
0131 552 8647<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Silverlea<\/strong>
14 Muirhouse Parkway
Edinburgh EH4 5EU
0131 336 4495<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Tower<\/strong>
19 Murrayfield Drive
Edinburgh EH12 6EB
0131 337 9344<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lifecare<\/strong>
2 Cheyne Street
Edinburgh EH4 1JB
0131 315 2236<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Almond Mains Initiative<\/strong>
Clermiston House
93 Parkgrove Terrace
EH4 7RD
0131 336 2082<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Corstorphine Dementia Project<\/strong>
Carrick Knowe Church
118-132 Saughton Road North
Edinburgh EH12 7DR
0131 478 7784<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Murrayfield Dementia Project<\/strong>
Murrayfield Parish Church Centre
2b Ormidale Terrace
Edinburgh EH12 6EQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Alzheimer Scotland Saturday Break<\/strong>
22 Drumsheugh Gardens
Edinburgh EH3 7RN
0131 243 1453<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Queensferry Care<\/strong>
The Haven
25b Burgess Road
South Queensferry EH30 9JA
0 131 331 5570<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pilton Equalities Project (PEP)<\/strong>
3 West Pilton Park
Edinburgh EH4 4EL
0131 315 4466<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Including You<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.deafaction.org\/<\/a>
This project provides support, advice and learning opportunities to hard of hearing people in Edinburgh and Lothian who are fighting to maintain their quality of life. Support is offered both on a one-to-one basis and in groups and provides a comprehensive service, which includes advice about hearing aids and welfare benefits, as well as establishing support groups that will improve the confidence and self esteem of people who are at risk of becoming withdrawn from social networks.
49 Albany Street
Edinburgh, EH1 3QY
0131 550 0995<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Access to Leisure Facilities in Edinburgh<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburghleisure.co.uk\/<\/a>
Deaf Action\u2019s Health Project has been working closely with Edinburgh Leisure in order to make leisure facilities in Edinburgh more accessible for deaf people. Discount Cards, which are part of Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s Community Access Programme, are now available from, and will be administered by, Deaf Action\u2019s Head Office at Albany Street in Edinburgh. In most instances, these discount cards will allow holders to access Edinburgh Leisure facilities for just \u00a31 at off-peak times (Monday to Friday before 4pm) – this includes gym facilities, swimming and fitness classes. Badminton and squash courts are reduced to \u00a32 per hour.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scottish Music Group<\/strong>
SMG is a community-based charity located in Edinburgh, offering classes for anyone aged 16+, sessions, ceilidhs, and other social events.
Scots Music Group
St George’s West
58 Shandwick Place
Edinburgh EH2 4RT
0131 555 7668<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ageing Well<\/strong>
Our Ageing Well Projects are run in partnership with NHS Lothian, the South Central and North East Edinburgh Local Health Partnerships and the Pilmeny Development Project. They aim to provide physical activities and social opportunities for inactive older people in order to maintain and improve their health through a peer support model
Kath Laing – Ageing Well Coordinator on 0131 458 2100<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Library Services<\/strong>
Library Link door to door If you have difficulty in getting to your local library because of your age or a disability and you can’t use public transport, Library Link door to door may be the answer. A free minibus will bring you to your nearest library to choose books. Home delivery service Home Delivery ensures that people who can’t get to their local library don’t miss out on its facilities. A selection of books, audio books, tapes and videotapes can be delivered from your local library to your home. If you are housebound or find it difficult to travel to your local library because of a disability then this service is for you, but there may be a waiting list to join. Home loan of reading aids Staff will visit individuals at home to show them a wide range of reading aids including – magnifiers \/ book rests \/ CD players \/ tape players. These items can be loaned out free of charge for up to a year at a time. This loan period can be extended if required. To find out more about these services please contact the Access Services team.
Access Services 0131 529 5683<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lothiansound<\/strong>
www.lothiansound.org.uk<\/a>
Lothiansound is a weekly audio recording of news and events read mainly from the Edinburgh Evening News
0131-661-2850<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Benefits Advice & Services<\/h2>
\n

Edinburgh Advice Shop<\/strong>
Free advice on welfare, benefits, financial\/debt advice for telephone calls, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9.30am to 4.00pm, Tuesday 10:00am-4:00pm and Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm.
85- 87 South Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1HN
0131 200 2360<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Rights Office<\/strong>
Advice given on benefits and welfare, help with form completion. Drop in service in the morning, afternoon- appointments only. Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (drop in) 2:00 pm – 3.45 pm (appointment)
South Side Community Centre
117 Nicholson Street
Edinburgh EH8 9YG
0131 667 6339<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Grapevine: Lothian Disability Information Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.lothiancil.org.uk\/<\/a>
Grapevine is a free, confidential information service of the Lothian Centre for integrated Living. Information is given on money, benefits, access, holidays, social work services, leisure opportunities etc. Open from 9.30-4pm
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
Telephone: 0131 475 2370 Text Phone 18002 0131 475 2383<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Veterans First Point (V1P)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.veteransfirstpoint.org.uk\/<\/a>
Provides information to veterans and their families regarding housing, benefits, offers grants and many other services. Please visit the drop-in Mon-Fri 1pm to 4:30pm
Veterans First Point
Charlotte House
2 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh EH2 4AW
0131 220 9920<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Citizens Advice Edinburgh<\/strong>
Central CAB. Outreach: GP Surgeries Advice Service (NB – appointments only available to patients of each practice.) – South Queensferry – Tel: 0131 537 4407 Tuesday mornings and Wednesday afternoons \/ Ladywell – Tel: 0131 334 3602 Tuesday afternoons and Thursday mornings \/ Inchpark – Tel: 0131 666 2121 Monday afternoons \/ Wester Hailes – Tel: 0131 537 7070 Wednesday mornings \/ Bellevue – Tel: 0131 556 8196 Thursday mornings \/ Craigmillar – 0131 536 9000 Tuesday afternoons
58 Dundas Street
Edinburgh EH3 6QZ
Advice Line 0131 557 1500; Appointments only 0131 558 3681<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Citizens Advice Edinburgh<\/strong>
Gorgie\/Dalry CAB
Fountainbridge Library
Dundee Street
Edinburgh
0131 474 8080 (advice) 0131 474 8081 (appts)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Citizens Advice Edinburgh<\/strong>
Leith CAB
166 Great Junction Street
Leith
Edinburgh EH6 5LJ
0131 554 8144<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Citizens Advice Edinburgh<\/strong>
Portobello CAB
8a-8b Bath Street
Portobello
edinburgh EH15 1EY
0131 669 7138 (advice) 669 9503 (appts)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Citizens Advice Edinburgh<\/strong>
Pilton CAB
661 Ferry Road
Edinburgh EH4 2TX
0131 332 9434<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craigmillar Ability Network (CAN)<\/strong>
CAN was established in 2002 to help disabled and\/or disadvantaged citizens of Craigmillar to remove barriers and maximise their income and independence. Provides a unique and comprehensive welfare service, including advice and advocacy for our members, their carers, their families and all residents primarily of the now greater Portobello and Craigmillar Wards.
94 Niddrie Mains road
Edinburgh EH16 4AT
0131 661 6677<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Granton Information Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.gic.org.uk\/<\/a>
Advice and information on benefits, housing, debt, employment. Drop in Locations: Not guaranteed the \u2018drop in\u2019 clinics will be staffed so it\u2019s best to call 0131 552 0458 to check. \/ Tuesdays 9.30 \u2013 12.00 Muirhouse Library, Muirhouse Court(Behind the Shopping Centre) \/ Wednesdays 9.30 \u2013 12.00 West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre,West Pilton Grove. \/ Wednesdays 1.30 – 1.00 Granton Information Centre, 134 West Granton Road.
134-136 Granton Road
Edinburgh
0131 552 0458 \/ 0131 551 2459 \/ 0131 538 7750 Advice Line 0131 538 7760<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Community One Stop Shop<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.cossinfo.org.uk\/<\/a>
An independent organisation, providing free and confidential advice, information, support and advocacy on a wide range of issues for people in Broomhouse, North Sighthill and the surrounding areas. We also see people from outwith these areas. You can call in to see us between 9.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
Community One Stop Shop
3 Broomhouse Market
Edinburgh EH11 3UU
0131 443 6223<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CORE (Community Organisation for Race Equality)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.community-organisation-for-race-equality.org.uk\/<\/a>
One to one confidential advice and information, advocacy and support to visible minority ethnic communities experiencing direct or indirect discrimination, racism or harassment including advice on welfare benefits, health, education, basic immigration, housing and employment issues.
G 4-5 Inchgarvie Court
Ferry Road Drive
Edinburgh EH4 4DA
0131 467 7990<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Community Help & Advice Initiative (CHAI)<\/strong>
www.chaiedinburgh.org.uk<\/a> \/ www.ehap.org.uk<\/a> (City wide)
Delivers a broad range of social welfare and housing support services, operating from office bases in Wester Hailes, South Edinburgh and Oxgangs.
CHAI Main Offices
13-14 Hailesland Place Edinburgh EH14 2SL
CHAI Advice Services
1 Murrayburn Gate
Edinburgh EH14 2SS

Money, Benefits, and General Advice: 0131 453 6410 (Wester Hailes). \/ Money, Benefits, and General Advice: 0131 529 7249 (South Edinburgh) \/ Housing Advice: 0845 302 4607<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Action Group\u2019s<\/strong>
www.actiongroup.org.uk<\/a>
Advice team provides information, advice and practical assistance to people with learning disabilities or other support needs and their carers on a range of issues –
Norton Park Centre
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2315<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Prestonfield and District Neighbourhood project<\/strong>
www.southedinburgh.net<\/a>
Offers help and advice regarding benefits for older people
63 Prestonfield Avenue
Edinburgh EH16 5EX
0131 620 7222<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Carers Information & Services<\/h2>
\n

Vocal Carers Centre<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.vocal.org.uk\/<\/a>
The Voice Of Carers Across Lothian
8-13 Johnston Terrace
Edinburgh EH1 2PW
0131 622 6666<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Carers Advocacy Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.vocal.org.uk\/<\/a>
VOCAL Carers Centre
8-13 Johnston Terrace
Edinburgh
EH1 2PW
0131 622 7625<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Family Support Addictions<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.vocal.org.uk\/<\/a>
This VOCAL service provides support and information to parents, friends, partners and other family members in Edinburgh who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use.
8-13 Johnston Terrace
Edinburgh EH1 2PW
0131 622 6262 (city wide) 0131 672 0986 (South Edinburgh)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Hospital discharge carer support service<\/strong>
Carer support at Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and St John\u2019s Hospital is a Lothian-wide service that can offer information, advice and a listening ear to you as a carer while the person you care for is in hospital. When he\/she is ready to come home, we can provide you with information on support services available to you in the community.
Keith Lugton, 07525 157 358<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Young Carers Project<\/strong>
www.youngcarers.org.uk<\/a>
Offers information and support for young people caring for someone at home. They can offer fun, relaxation, time out and access to other support and services Mon to Fri 0900 to 1700
0131 475 2322<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Coping with Caring Support Group<\/strong>
For people caring for someone who has a memory problem or dementia – last Tuesday of every month
Moira Fenning 0131 441 5099<\/p>\n\n\n\n


NorthWest Carers Centre<\/strong>
The centre offers services to benefit carers in the community, services include respite sitter service, weekly drop-in, monthly support groups, learning and employment opportunities Mon to Fri 0930 to 1630
34a Muirhouse Crescent
Edinburgh
0131 315 3130<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Queensferry Care<\/strong>
www.qccc.org.uk<\/a>
Carer Support & Development Worker – Can offer information, support and advice to carers living in South Queensferry, Dalmeny, Kirkliston, Newbridge, Ratho Station and Village. Tue to Thu 0930 to 1630
The Haven
25b Burgess Road
South Queensferry EH30 9JA
Gillian Smith 0131 331 5570<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Greater Pilton Carers Resource<\/strong>
www.pchp.org.uk<\/a>
Provides support, information, groups, training and sitter services.
36 Muirhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH4 4QL
0131 315 3130<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Broomhouse Centre<\/strong>
www.broomhousecentre.org.uk<\/a>
Carer support worker offering support to carers living in the local area through two carer support groups – first Tue 1400 to 1600 Last Wed 1830 to 2030 and offers support, information and advocacy to carers on a one-to-one basis
0131 455 7731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Broomhouse Young Carers Project<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.broomhousecentre.org.uk\/young-carers.html<\/a>
Broomhouse Young Carers offers respite to young carers from the ages of 7-18 by way of weekly support groups (Monday for 7-11 year olds and Wednesday for 12-18 year olds).
The Broomhouse Centre
79 – 89 Broomhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH11 3RH
0131 455 7731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Portobello Carers Support Group<\/strong>
Meets in Portobello library last Tuesday of every month, 11.30 a.m. to 1 p.m
Kathleen Murray 0131 661 2077<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Jewel House Carers Support Group<\/strong>
Meets Jewel House Day Centre, there’s a monthly drop-in session for carers First Thursday of every month 7 p.m. to 9 p.m
Kathleen Murray 0131 661 2077<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Wester Hailes Health Agency<\/strong>
www.whhealthagency.co.uk<\/a>
The carers group is open to anyone in the south west area of Edinburgh. Group meets on Friday’s 10.15am – 12.15pm.
40 Dumbdryden Drive
Edinburgh EH14 2QR
0131 458 3080<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Headway Group-Carers Support Group<\/strong>
www.edinburghheadway.org.uk<\/a>
For carers and relatives of a person with a head injury
0131 537 9116 or (for the Befriending Project) 0131 537 9557<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Carers Council<\/strong>
www.edinburghcarerscouncil.co.uk<\/a>
Provides support to carers caring for people with mental health difficulties, Provides a resource centre for advice and a number of support groups.
The Canon Mill
1-3 Canon Street
Edinburgh EH3 5HE
0131 270 6087 \/ 270 6089<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Family & Friends Support Group<\/strong>
Supported by NHS Lothian – open to all carers of people with mental health difficulties. Meets on the third Thursday of each month from 2-4pm
Davidson Mains Parish Church Hall
Davidson Mains
Edinburgh
Joan Rooney: 0131 537 5128<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Carers and Relatives Alliance (CARA)<\/strong>
www.supportinmindscotland.org.uk<\/a>
Supported by Support in Mind – a small support group open to people who are affected by mental illness, including family, friends and partners of those experiencing mental health difficulties. Meets monthly.
Lorraine Keith: 0131 662 2280<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Minority Ethnic Carers Older People Project (MECOPP)<\/strong>
www.mecopp.org.uk<\/a>
An information, advice and support service for carers of minority ethnic older people, provides a sitter service for carers – Carers Centre
23 Leith Walk
Edinburgh EH6 8LN
0131 467 2994, Chinese language line 0131 467 2996, Asian Language Line 0131 467 2997<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Crossroads<\/strong>
www.crossroads-scotland.co.uk<\/a>
Caring for carers- short breaks for carers within the home, allowing the carer a break
0131 346 1596<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Headway Befrienders<\/strong>
www.edinburghheadway.org.uk<\/a>
The befriending project offers a service to member adults, their carers and families in the City of Edinburgh. Befriending is a supported one to one relationship, and can involve activities like meeting for a coffee, going to the cinema, walking, eating out, playing pool and lots of other things
0131 537 9116 \/ 9557 \/ 9556<\/p>\n\n\n\n


ECAS Befriending Project (Edinburgh only)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.ecas-edinburgh.org\/<\/a>
ECAS have also identified that some physically disabled people have been separated from existing friends and are unable to maintain this friendship. The befriending project can help bring you together again on a regular basis. We could help with some transport costs, subject to assessment. We could also match you up with trained volunteer befrienders who could facilitate the meetings if required. Referral forms can be downloaded or obtained by contacting the project manager by phone, post or email:
ECAS Befriending Project
Norton Park
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2344<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North West Carers Centre<\/strong>
Free flexible respite sitter service for carers, short breaks for carers within the home, allowing the carer a break
0131 315 3130<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Ca(I)re (Putting the I” into Care)”<\/strong>
www.ericliddell.org<\/a>
Programme helps carers in Edinburgh maintain their own good health and general wellbeing, enabling them to fulfil their caring role.
Eric Liddell Centre
15 Morningside Road
Edinburgh EH10 4DP
0131 447 4520<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Queensferry Care Befriending Service<\/strong>
This service is staffed by volunteers who visit people in their own homes. Meetings normally take place on a weekly or fortnightly basis at a mutually agreed time, and are purely for social purposes. The meetings usually last between 1.5 – 2 hours per visit. Volunteers do not carry out personal care tasks or household tasks. This service is staffed by trained volunteers who provide social support and stimulation, as well as providing an older person with a link back into their own communities.
0131 331 5570<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Broomhouse Befriending Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.broomhousecentre.org.uk\/<\/a>
To provide a one hour visiting service once a week on a regular basis in their own homes to people over 60, who are elderly and frail or elderly people with dementia.
Broomhouse Centre
79-89 Broomhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH11 3RH
0131 455 7731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


PEP<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.pepequalities.co.uk\/<\/a>
Serving North Edinburgh – housebound visiting service: This service aims to alleviate the isolation experienced by people who can’t get out. Our trained and skilled volunteers visit on a regular weekly basis and provide companionship. The visitors can also help by providing information on activities happening around the area.
3 West Pilton Park
Edinburgh EH4 4EL
0131 315 4466<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sparkle Leisure<\/strong>
www.sparkleleisure.co.uk<\/a>
Sparkle Leisure is a non-profit making service, provided by CrossReach, which offers holidays and leisure activities for people requiring support and assistance. Real choice and personalised alternatives to respite care. Affordable holidays and activities to suit a variety of budgets.
The Gate Lodge
27 Milton Road East
Edinburgh EH15 2NL
0131 454 4331<\/p>\n\n\n\n


RNIB Edinburgh & The Lothians Befriending Service<\/strong>
Befriending offers a supportive, reliable relationship to people who may otherwise be socially isolated. A volunteer befriender will meet with a client on a regular basis, generally once a fortnight. They may meet up for a chat, could help with reading mail, or perhaps go for a short walk, depending on the individual.
RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians
12-14 Hillside Crescent
Edinburgh EH7 5DZ
0131 652 3140<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Stepping Out Residential Short Breaks for Carers and Former Carers<\/strong>
Stepping Out is an organised, structured residential break for carers. Currently the service runs from a Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. The breaks incorporate educational, therapeutic, emotional and social support for carers. Although the weekend is full of organised activities, carers are welcome to feel free and use the time away as they want to. This begins on the Friday evening with a meal together, followed by a range of therapy sessions which carers sign up for to receive an individual treatment. Saturday morning is workshop based and may vary, but usually incorporates some physical activity, such as Tai Chi and emotional support, such as confidence building, relaxation and stress management. Saturday afternoon has an organised mini-bus trip to a local place of interest, and often an organised physical activity such as canoeing, walking etc
0131 661 2077<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Saheliya<\/strong>
www.saheliya.org.uk<\/a>
Offers a befriending service to provide ‘social support’ to isolated black and minority ethnic women in Edinburgh. Befrienders are asked to give a commitment of between 2-3 hours per week, for at least one year.
10 Union Street
Edinburgh
EH1 3LU
0131 556 9302<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CA(I)RE Project<\/strong>
Provides free educational, recreational and therapeutic courses for carers. Even if your caring role has ended, you are welcome to attend our events CA(I)RE Project
Fiona Farris 0131 446 3321 or 0131 446 3317<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Carers Council and VOCAL Carers Centre<\/strong>
\u201cWho Cares – Looking to the Future with an adult with mental health problems\u201d. This course is designed to address concerns that carers have about the future, and caring for someone with mental health issues.
Vocal \u2013 Edinburgh Carers Council – 0131 554 5153 \/ Jane Greenacre 0131 622 6666<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CRUSE Bereavement Care Scotland (Edinburgh Branch)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk\/<\/a>
Provides counselling for those who have suffered a bereavement, children\u2019s counsellors available
0845 600 2227<\/p>\n\n\n\n


RD4U<\/strong>
www.rd4u.org.uk
RD4U is a website designed for young people by young people. It is part of CRUSE Bereavement Care’s Youth Involvement Project, and is here to support people after the death of someone close.
0808 808 1677<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Relationships Scotland<\/strong>
www.relationships-scotland.org.uk<\/a>
18 York Place
Edinburgh
EH1 3EP
0845 119 2020<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Couple Counselling Lothian<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.cclothian.org.uk\/<\/a>
Counselling also available in Sighthill, Livingston, Howden and Dalkeith; contact Dundas St office for appointments
9a Dundas Street
Edinburgh EH3 6QG
0131 556 1527<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Scottish Marriage Care<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.scottishmarriagecare.org\/<\/a>
Provides relationship counselling to couples and individuals all over Scotland. The relationship counselling session is free of charge, but clients who are able to do so are encouraged to contribute towards the cost. Each session costs SMC \u00a340.
Scottish Marriage Care Edinburgh
Gillies Centre
113 Whitehouse Loan
Edinburgh EH10 1BB
Appointments: 0845 271 2711 The Relationship Helpline: 0845 122 8655<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The PF Counselling Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.pfcounselling.org.uk\/<\/a>
Counselling Service
8 Balcarres Street
Edinburgh
EH10 5JB
0131 447 0876<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CrossReach<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.crossreach.org.uk\/<\/a>
CrossReach is part of the Church of Scotland, our services are available to people of all faiths or none at all.
Charis House
47 Milton Road East
Edinburgh EH15 2SR
0131 657 2000<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North East Edinburgh Counselling Service (NEECS)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.neecscounselling.org.uk\/<\/a>
Sessions are free but contributions are discussed.
31 Haddington Place
Leith Walk
Edinburgh EH7 4AG
0131 557 4478<\/p>\n\n\n\n


VOCAL Carers Centre<\/strong>
www.vocal.org.uk<\/a>
Counselling for carers<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Health All Round<\/strong>
www.healthallround.org.uk<\/a>
For adults resident of Gorgie\/Dalry area of Edinburgh
Springwell House
Ardmillan Terrace
Edinburgh EH11 2JL
0131 537 7530<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pilton Community Health Project<\/strong>
www.pchp.org.uk<\/a>
For adults resident in Greater Pilton area of Edinburgh, Pilton Community Health Project
0131 551 1671<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Saheliya counselling service<\/strong>
www.saheliya.org.uk<\/a>
Is free to enable anyone coming for counselling to understand themselves better and more able to cope with their difficulties or distress. Counselling is provided in English and a variety of Black\/Minority Ethnic languages.
10 Union Street
Edinburgh EH1 3LU
0131 556 9302<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Your Call<\/strong>
Telephone counselling for disabled people. Free confidential counselling in Scotland. Monday\/Tuesday 11-3pm Tuesday 11am-1pm
0808 801 03 62<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Care for Carers<\/strong>
www.care4carers.org.uk<\/a>
Offer a number of support groups and courses as well as one-to-one support for carers in Edinburgh. Open Monday – Friday, 09.00 – 17.00.
Also provide twice yearly open days, and regular weekend residential respite for carers called Stepping Out. These weekend breaks are for carers to get away from their caring situation and spend time with other carers in a friendly and social environment. The weekends have organised activities, workshop opportunities, outings and social opportunities. Stepping Out is a free service and take place at the Low Port Centre in Linlithgow.
Lochend House
35 Lochend Road South
Edinburgh EH7 6BR
0131 661 2077 – Ruth MacLennan<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Education & Employment<\/h2>
\n

Age Concern Edinburgh (ACE IT)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.aceit.org.uk\/<\/a>
ACE IT computer training project aims to encourage new and non confident users, specifically in the 50+ age group, to learn basic computer skills, internet access and email. Now Online: The ACE IT Learning Zone, our interactive online computer training and guidance resource.
2nd Floor
115 George St
Edinburgh EH2 4JN
0131 477 3883<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Silver Surfers Web Design Club<\/strong>
www.edinburghsilversurfers.co.uk<\/a>
The Edinburgh Silver Surfers Web Club meet at 1pm each Tuesday within the ACE IT Computer Suite.
2nd Floor
115 George St
Edinburgh EH2 4JN
0131 477 3883<\/p>\n\n\n\n


U Can do It<\/strong>
www.ucandoit.org.uk<\/a>
UCanDoIT teaches disabled people computer and internet skills
020 7730 7766<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Intowork Edinburgh<\/strong> (formerly Moving Intowork)
http:\/\/www.intowork.org.uk\/<\/a>
Employment support for people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) including Asperger Syndrome and for people with an acquired brain injury (ABI), including people recovering from strokes
Intowork (Edinburgh)
Norton Park
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2600<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Supported Employment Edinburgh<\/strong>
Contact us for help with employment opportunities for people with physical or learning disabilities or people with mental health problems Contact details: Supported Employment
Business Centre
1\/7 Waverley Court
4 East Market Street
Edinburgh
0131 529 6533 \/ 0131 529 6534<\/p>\n\n\n\n


WorkTrack<\/strong>
WorkTrack has access to a wide range of jobs through a network of local and national employers for people living in Craigmillar
Wellgate House
200 Cowgate
Edinburgh EH1 1NQ
0131 620 6220<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CORE (Formely The Black Community Development Project)<\/strong>
www.bcdp.org.uk<\/a>
Is one of the leading organisations in Scotland developing community-based initiatives to promote social justice and improved lives for diverse minority ethnic people who live in the Greater Pilton and North Edinburgh area. Offers a range of courses, including Maths and English, employment support, computer training etc
Ground Floor
G4-5 Inchgarvie Court
Ferry Road Drive
Edinburgh EH4 4DA
0131 467 7990<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Number Shop<\/strong>
Offers free numeracy tuition to adults living within Edinburgh city centre and Leith.
188-190 The Pleasance
Edinburgh EH8 9RT
0131 668 4787<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lead Scotland<\/strong>
www.lead.org.uk<\/a>
(specialists in linking education and disability), is a voluntary organisation set up to support disabled young people and adults and carers to access post-school education.
0131 228 9441<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Equipment & Aids<\/h2>
\n

Lothian Disabled Living Centre<\/strong>
The centre is run by occupational therapists. You can try out an up to date range of equipment and will be given advice on prices and suppliers.
Astley Ainslie Hospital
Grange Loan
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 537 9190<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Disabled Living Centre<\/strong>
Dundas Resouce Centre
Oxgang Road
Grangemouth FK3 9EF
01324 504 311<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Disabled Living Foundation<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.dlf.org.uk\/<\/a>
Disabled Living Foundation (DLF), a national charity that provides free, impartial advice about all types of disability equipment and mobility products for older and disabled people, their carers and families. Why not ask Sara DLF’s new online guided advice tool?
0845 130 9177<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Keycomm<\/strong>
www.keycomm<\/a>
Exists to help people with communication impairments make use of technology to contribute to and control their environments.
1C Pennywell Road
Edinburgh EH4 4PH
0131 311 7130<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Communication Matters<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.communicationmatters.org.uk\/<\/a>
Is committed to supporting people who find communication difficult because they have little or no clear speech. You will find here information on methods of communication which can be used to supplement the more usual methods of speech and writing. These methods are called Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC for short
Catchpell House
Carpet Lane
Edinburgh EH6
0845 456 8211<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ability Net<\/strong>
www.abilitynet.org.uk<\/a>
A national charity helping disabled adults and children use computers and the internet by adapting and adjusting their technology.
Freephone 0800 269 545 (if you call from home) or 01926 312 847 (if you call from work, minicom accessible)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Community Equipment Service<\/strong>
www.edinburgh.gov.uk<\/a>
The Community Equipment Service also offers a range of equipment and adaptations free of charge and without having to be assessed by a health or social work professional i.e. grab rails, cups , shoehorns, urinal, plate surrounds etc
Prestonfield Park
42 Kings Haugh
Edinburgh EH16 5UY
0131 313 2435<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Whistling Tortoise<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.whistlingtortoise.co.uk\/<\/a>
The Whistling Tortoise supplies a wide range of products to the public dedicated to making life easier. Rehabilitation aids and equipment
42a Hamilton Place
Stockbridge
Edinburgh EH3 5AX
0131 225 6365<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Glenmore Mobility Ltd<\/strong>
www.glenmoremobility.com<\/a>
Edinburgh and surrounding areas.
108b Dalry Road
Edinburgh EH11 2DR
0131 337 2333<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Mobility Tyres<\/strong>
www.mobilitytyres.co.uk<\/a>
Many hundreds of scooters, powerchairs, and wheelchairs are purchased annually. It can be difficult to get professional help in sourcing and replacing tyres and batteries and obtaining the correct sizes for your mobility product. Mobility Tyres in Whitburn, West Lothian, will help you with your requirements and deliver usually withing 3 working days
Gardner-Young Buildings
Burnhouse Industrial Estate
Whitburn
West Lothian EH47 0LQ
01501 744 999 or 01501 744 947<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Medical and Disabled Equipment<\/strong>
www.med-ecosse.co.uk<\/a>
Offers a full range of equipment and aids, plus a service and repair centre
32 Dryden Road
Bilston Glen Industrial Estate
Loanhead
Midlothian EH20 9LZ
0131 440 4225<\/p>\n\n\n\n


British Red Cross<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.redcross.org.uk\/<\/a>
Lothian Branch
West Point House
69 North Gyle Terrace
Edinburgh EH12 8JY
0131 338 5700<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Ethnic Advice<\/h2>
\n

Interpretation Line NHS<\/strong>
0131 242 8181 24 hour helpline 0800 731 69 69<\/p>\n\n\n\n


MILAN Senior Welfare Council<\/strong>
www.milanswo.co.uk<\/a>
Provides information, advice and support to older people from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Mauritius. Also provides befriending service Norton Park.
Day Care Service Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at:Portlee Resource Centre, 17 Hawkhill Avenue, Edinburgh, EH7 6BU.
Time: 10am – 3pm
Transport is available
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2307<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Saheliya<\/strong>
www.saheliya.org.uk<\/a>
Saheliya is a black and ethnic minority women’s mental health organization, offers a befriending service to provide ‘social support’ to isolated black and minority ethnic women in Edinburgh, alternative therapies and counselling –
125 McDonald Road
Edinburgh EH7 4NW
0131 556 9302<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sikh Sanjog<\/strong>
www.sikhsanjog.com<\/a>
Organiasation for Sikh women in Edinburgh activities include womens groups, advice and support services, help women into work
22 Laurie Street
Edinburgh EH6 7AB
0131 553 4737<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CORE<\/strong> (formerly BCDP)
http:\/\/www.community-organisation-for-race-equality.org.uk\/<\/a>
One of the leading organisations in Scotland developing community-based initiatives to promote social justice and improved lives for diverse minority ethnic people who live in North Edinburgh, in particular Forth and Inverleith area’s. Community organisation for race equality
G 4-5 Inchgarvie Court
Ferry Road Drive
Edinburgh EH4 4DA
0131 467 7990<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ukrainian Community Centre<\/strong>
14 Royal Terr
Edinburgh EH7 5AB
0131 556 7622<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Scottish Refugee Council<\/strong>
Scottish Refugee Council is an independent charity dedicated to providing advice, information and assistance to asylum seekers and refugees living in Scotland . Also links to other supportive organisations
Freephone Number For newly arrived and dispersed asylum seekers: 0800 085 6087<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Edinburgh Chinese Elderly Support Association (ECESA)<\/strong>
Provides educational and recreational activities and support to Chinese elders in Edinburgh. The association has a lunch club, day care service and home visiting project. It also provides welfare information to elders
25 Home Street
Tollcross
Edinburgh EH3 9JR
0131 228 5808<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Pakistan Society<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.pakistansociety.co.uk\/<\/a>
Can offer advice on benefits, form filling and letter writing, advice on debts, housing, offer advice on learning English, advice on health issues
145 Buccleuch Street
Edinburgh EH8 9NE
0131 662 9446<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Africa Centre Scotland<\/strong>
www.africacentre.co.uk<\/a>
Aims to help people of African heritage with their well being
45 Blackfriars Street
Edinburgh EH1 1NB
0131 557 6145<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Health in my Language<\/strong>
www.healthinmylanguage.com<\/a>
This website lets you find information about health related services in Scotland which has been translated into different languages. You will find information about health and health services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Jewish Community Lunch club<\/strong>
www.ehcong.com<\/a>
Edinburgh Hebrew Congregation Synagogue Chamber – Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:30-2pm
4 Salisbury Road
Edinburgh Eh16 5AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Action Group Black and Ethnic Minorities<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.actiongroup.org.uk\/<\/a>
Our service provides people from black and ethnic minorities with advice and assistance to access social work services, education, health and housing. Do you have or know someone with an additional support need? Do you need some advice and support with these areas of your life? Do you want to know your rights?
0131 475 2315<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Nari Kallyan Shangho<\/strong>
www.nkshealth.co.uk<\/a>
A health and welfare project for South Asian women and their families living in Edinburgh.
Darroch Annexe
7 Gillespie Street
Edinburgh EH3 9NH
Tel and Fax 0131 221 1915<\/p>\n\n\n\n


MECOPP<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.mecopp.org.uk\/<\/a>
Provides a variety of services to black and minority ethnic carers and communities locally, regionally and nationally.
MECOPP Carers Centre
172 Leith Walk
Edinburgh EH6 5EA
0131 467 2994 \/ 0131 467 2996 – Chinese language line \/ 0131 467 2997 – Asian language line<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

GPs & Hospitals<\/h2>
\n

Doctors Surgeries<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhs24.com\/FindLocal<\/a>
Find GP Surgeries using the NHS24 Find A Service search facility
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hospitals<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhs24.com\/FindLocal<\/a>
For details of hospitals in your area and throughout the Lothians please use the NHS24 service search facility on the link provided<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Health Services, Information & Advice<\/h2>
\n

Drug and\/or alcohol related emergency<\/strong>
Usually accessed via the alcohol (Tel: 0131 537 6557) or community drug problem services (Tel: 0131 537 8345), the Ritson Clinic (Royal Edinburgh Hospital) provides an in-patient assessment and\/or detoxification unit for people with alcohol and\/or drug problems who may be at the point of crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Harm Reduction Team<\/strong>
Offers an initial gateway into Methadone prescriptions and support for injecting drug users via drop in during normal office hours (Monday to Friday).
0131 537 8300<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Alcohol Referral Team<\/strong>
Short-term social work assessment, care management and action planning service for adults with an alcohol problem.
0131 525 8040<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Alcohol Liaison Nursing Service<\/strong>
Range of services provided for in and out-patients of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh who have issues with drinking.
0131 242 1396<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Alcohol Problems Service<\/strong>
NHS Lothian assessment and treatment service for adults with drug and alcohol problem.
0131 537 6557<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh and Lothian Council on Alcohol (ELCA)<\/strong>
Counselling, support, advice & information for people worried about their own drinking or someone else\u2019s. Counselling is available in Penicuik, Dalkeith and Edinburgh.
6 Clifton Terrace
Edinburgh EH12 5DR
Tel: 0131 337 8188 Fax: 0131 337 9825<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Young Carers Project<\/strong>
Support for children and young people (5 – 25) at home who care for someone with drug and\/ or alcohol problems.
0131 475 2322<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Family Support Addictions (VOCAL)<\/strong>
Support and information for families and carers (18 and over) affected by someone else\u2019s drug or alcohol problem.
0131 622 6262<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Fast Forward (Positive Lifestyles)<\/strong>
Drug and alcohol education and prevention service for young people aged 11 – 25.
0131 554 4300<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Forthland Lodge Care Centre<\/strong>
Residential care for men and women with alcohol related brain damage.
0131 555 0601<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Community Drug Problem Service (CDPS)<\/strong>
The CDPS offers assessment and treatment to drug users. They will see service-users in various settings, including Roodlands Hospital, Haddington Social Work Centre and some GP surgeries. They offer treatment based on each service-user’s needs, which include: oral Methadone (when appropriate), specialist mental-health interventions , community detoxification , relapse prevention (on a time-limited basis).
22-24 Spittal Street
Edinburgh
0131 537 8345<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Libra<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.librascotland.org.uk\/<\/a>
Libra is a voluntary organisation that operates a service across the Lothians for women worried about their drinking
4 Norton Park
Edinburgh EH7 5RS
0131 661 0111<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Penumbra, Korsakoff Project<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.penumbra.org.uk\/<\/a>
The main purpose of the organisation is: to support people with alcohol\/ dementia difficulties, promoting awareness of these issues through education
Norton Park
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2380<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Links Project<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.turningpointscotland.com\/<\/a>
Provides a residential service for Edinburgh and the Lothians that helps people experience drug related life crisis to achieve their goals. It\u2019s available to people aged 16 and over and it provides detoxification and drug stabilisation programmes for users, which includes information about safer sex and harm minimisation.
The Turning Point Scotland
The Links Project
5 Links Place
Edinburgh
0131 553 2222<\/p>\n\n\n\n


North Edinburgh Drug Advice Centre (NEDAC)<\/strong>
Harm minimisation support and counselling service to alcohol and drug users and those affected by another’s use
10 Pennywell Court
Muirhouse
Edinburgh EH4 4TZ
0131 332 2314<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Turning Point Leith (TPS)<\/strong>
To offer community based support to drug users from the North East sector of Edinburgh
3 Smiths Place
Leith
Edinburgh EH6 8NT
0 131 554 7516<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bethany Christian Centre<\/strong>
Supported residential community for adults wishing to recover from alcohol and\/or drug problems.
0131 554 4071<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Castle Project<\/strong>
Range of services for people with drug related problems and their family and friends in South East Edinburgh.
0131 669 0068<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CHAI Substance Misuse Support Service<\/strong>
Range of services for individuals with substance problems in Wester Hailes, Sighthill, Broomhouse and surrounding areas.
0131 442 2100 \/ 2465<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Community Addiction Recovery Service (Turning Point Scotland)<\/strong>
Structured day programme for adults wishing to recover from their drug problem.
0131 553 2222<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Community Drug Problem Service<\/strong>
NHS Lothian assessment and treatment service for adults with a drug problem.
0131 537 8345<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Drug Referral Team<\/strong>
Short-term social work assessment, care management and action planning service for adults with a drug problem.
0131 525 8040<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Genesis Project (CrossReach)<\/strong>
Housing support service for men or women struggling with drug and\/or alcohol problems in their own tenancies or in a B&B.
0131 225 4901<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Harm Reduction Team (NHS Lothian)<\/strong>
Direct access harm reduction services for drug users, including an initial gateway into treatment for heroin users.
0131 537 8300<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Homeless Outreach Project (HOP) Addiction Service<\/strong>
As part of the Edinburgh Access Practice Substance Misuse Team, addictions support service for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have drug and\/or alcohol problems.
0131 554 3961<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Jericho House (Jericho Benedictines)<\/strong>
Residential care for men and women who have alcohol related issues.
0131 225 8230<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Library & Resource Centre NHS Lothian<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk\/ourservices\/library\/library.asp<\/a>
Holds a range of resources including leaflets and training materials on a range of health topics, including alcohol and drugs. The centre is open to all those living and working in Lothian.
0131 536 9451<\/p>\n\n\n\n


LEAP (Lothians and Edinburgh Abstinence Programme) (NHS Lothian)<\/strong>
Residential rehabilitation for people who wish to get and stay off alcohol and\/or drugs.
Woodlands House
Astley Ainslie Hospital
(Canaan Lane entrance)
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 446 (4)4400<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oxgangs Community Support Project (CHAI)<\/strong>
Range of services to assist individuals with drug and\/or alcohol related problems in Oxgangs and the surrounding area.
0131 442 2100 or 0131 442 2465.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


PrePare (NHS Lothian & City of Edinburgh Council)<\/strong>
Intensive outreach support for women who are pregnant or have just given birth and are affected by drug and\/or alcohol problems.
0131 455 7936<\/p>\n\n\n\n


NHS Lothian website<\/strong>
www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk<\/a>
Under community (through above website) links to Edinburgh\/Midlothian\/east Lothian community health partnerships. Lists many services available within those areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


RefHelp<\/strong>
www.refhelp.scot.nhs.uk<\/a>
Designed to help GPs and other clinicians make the best possible referrals within Lothian. It is available from the SCI gateway application and also directly via the internet or from links in the NHS Lothian intranet site
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Spittal Street Centre<\/strong>
22-24 Spittal Street
Edinburgh EH3 9DU
0131 537 8300<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Astley Ainslie Hospital<\/strong>
Dr Lisa Barrett, rehab consultant – 537 9000. AAH Bed manager Bleep 6108. Delayed d\/c manager \u2013 Jenny Mackenzie – 537 (4)9024 \/
Audrey Arthur \u2013 charge nurse (female ward), Charles Bell Unit 537 (4)9038.
Sandra McManus, charge nurse (male ward) Mears ward 537 (4)9046 \u2013 ward – 537 (4)9043 – office<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Liberton<\/strong>
Dr Gillian Mead, consultant (See RIE for details) \/ Liberton Mirriam Ramaboa, charge nurse (ward 5) 536 (5)7916 \u2013 office \/ Liberton Lynne Gray, deputy charge nurse 536 (5)7915 \u2013 ward \/ Liberton Carol B Lumsden, bed manager 536 (5)7890; 07774 016 613 \u2013 mobile<\/p>\n\n\n\n


RIE<\/strong>
Dr Simon Hart, consultant 242 (2)6908 or 242 (2)6927 \u2013 office; Dr Gillian Mead consultant 242 (2)6369 (direct line), 242 (2)6481 (sec\u2019y); Dr Nolan Arulraj; Dr Richard O’Brien.
Sharon Caldwell, charge nurse, (ward 201). deputies: Frank Morrow, Stephen Chang 242 (2)2013 \u2013 office 242 (2)2017 or 22018 \u2013 ward<\/p>\n\n\n\n


WGH<\/strong>
Dr Sarah Keir, consultant; Dr Rachael Murphy
Pat Taylor, charge nurse (ward 50\/55) 537 (3)3555, deputies Laura Smith, Donna Jack<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pharmacies<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhs24.com\/FindLocal<\/a>
Find pharmacies using the NHS24 Find A Service search facility<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Community Rehabilitation Team<\/strong>
Rhona Smyth Assistant Manager Community Rehab Service 1st Floor Chesser House 500 Gorgie Road Edinburgh EH11 3YJ
0131 553 8270<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Community Physiotherapy Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk\/Community\/MidlothianCHP\/Services\/Pages\/Podiatry.aspx<\/a>
Edinburgh Community Physiotherapy Service serves Edinburgh. See Website for all details of physio services in Edinburgh<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Domiciliary Service<\/strong>
Operating within the City of Edinburgh , caters for housebound people who are unable to attend a physiotherapy clinic as an out patient
Astley Ainslie Hospital
Grange Loan
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 537 9501<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Neuro Outpatients<\/strong>
Slateford Physio Clinic
Slateford Medical Centre
27 Gorgie Park Close
Edinburgh EH14 1NQ
0131 442 8720<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Adult Community Speech and Language<\/strong>
Psychology Hut
Astley Ainslie Hospital
133 Grange Loan
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 537 9577<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Smoking Cessation<\/strong>
North East Edinburgh LHP 0131 536 6247\/0131 551 1671 \/ North West Edinburgh LHP 0131 336 0979\/ 0131 536 1671 \/ South West Edinburgh LHP 0131 537 7447 \/ South Central Edinburgh LHP 0131 536 9759 \/ South East Edinburgh LHP 0131 672 9532 \/ Edinburgh Young People \u2013 07969 530 266 \/ Edinburgh Pregnancy Service 0131 672 9533<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Smoking Cessation<\/strong>
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender people in Lothian (if not keen on attending generic services)
0131 523 1104 or 0131 558 9444.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Smoking Cessation, Pharmacy<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhs24.com\/FindLocal<\/a>
All Community Pharmacies (chemists) participate in the NHS Lothian Stop Smoking Services Pharmacy Scheme and offer one-to-one stop smoking support. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is on prescription directly from the pharmacist if desired, meaning that clients do not need to visit their GP for a prescription for nicotine replacement therapies. A list of all pharmacies can be accessed via NHS24 “Find a Service”<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Dental Services<\/strong>
How to register with a dentist – If you are new to the area or, for any other reason, are not already registered with a dentist, you are recommended to do so. You can obtain details of NHS dentists currently registering patients by telephoning 0131 537 please telephone the Lothian Dental Advice Line: Tel 0131 536 4800<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Dental Emergencies<\/strong>
During the day – Edinburgh, East Lothian Midlothian and West Lothian Registered patients – contact your dental practice. If you are not sure about the emergency arrangements at your dental practice, ask about these the next time you visit. Unregistered patients – an emergency service for the relief of pain only is available:Adult patients aged 16 years and over Chalmers Dental Centre 3 Chalmers Street Edinburgh. Monday – Thursday, 9am – 4.45pm and on Friday, 9am to 4.15pm. Child patients aged under 16 years Children’s Department Edinburgh Dental Institute Level 3, Lauriston Building Lauriston Place Edinburgh Monday to Friday 9.00-11am and 2-3.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Podiatry Service<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk\/Community\/EdinburghCHP\/Services\/Documents\/podiatry_department_application_form.pdf<\/a>
Patients can self refer for a clinic visit by filling out an application form (see website link). GPs or other health care professionals can also make referrals if they wish.
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Podiatry Clinics<\/strong>
www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk\/Community\/MidlothianCHP\/Services\/Pages\/Podiatry.aspx<\/a>
Podiatry Services in Edinburgh<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Continence Care Service<\/strong>
Edinburgh and Mid and East Lothian – Office Open: 09:00 – 16:00 Monday to Wednesday \/ 11:00 – 16:00 Thursday \/ 09:00 – 15:00 Friday
0131 537 4572<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lothian Sexual Health<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.lothiansexualhealth.scot.nhs.uk\/<\/a>
The Lothian Sexual Health website has been created by experts to provide reliable and straightforward information about sexual health & services for people in Lothian.
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c:card<\/strong>
www.ccard.org.uk<\/a>
Free condoms are provided at the Dean Terrace clinic by the c:card service<\/p>\n\n\n\n


LGBT Health<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.lgbthealth.org.uk\/<\/a>
The LGBT Centre for Health and Wellbeing is a unique initiative to promote the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people living in, working in and travelling to Edinburgh.
9 Howe Street
Edinburgh EH3 6TE
0131 523 1100 LGBT Helpline on Wednesdays 12.30 – 7pm on 0131 556 4049<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pilmeny Development Project<\/strong>
www.pilmenydevelopmentproject.co.uk\/communityconnector<\/a>
To support people aged 65 and over to gain the confidence and skills necessary to use groups, activities and resources in their community.
For north east Edinburgh (EH1 3AA -> EH1 3YX, and EH5 3AA -> EH8 8PE)
0131 553 2559<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Places for People Scotland Care and Support<\/strong>
www.placesforpeoplecareandsupport.co.uk\/find_a_service\/older_people\/community_connecting.aspx<\/a>
To support people aged 65 and over to gain the confidence and skills necessary to use groups, activities and resources in their community.
South east Edinburgh: EH1 1AN – EH1 2RX, EH8 9AA – EH8 9XQ, EH15 1AF – EH17 8UU, EH21 8QS – EH21 8SQ and EH22 1RT.
North west Edinburgh: EH2 1AF – EH3 7UA, EH4 1AA – EH4 5ZZ, EH5 1AA – EH5 2PW, EH4 6AA – EH4 8ZZ, EH12 0AA – EH12 9LH and EH27 0AA – EH30 9YQ.
0131 558 3728<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Healthy Living<\/h2>
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Edinburgh Community Food Initiative (ECFI)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburghcommunityfood.org.uk\/what-we-do\/co-ops\/find-coop<\/a>
Edinburgh Food co-Ops can be found on the ECFI website
22 Tennant Street
Edinburgh EH6 5ND
0131 467 7326<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Housing & Social Work Services & Advice<\/h2>
\n

Social Care Direct<\/strong>
Adult 0131 200 2324 – Children 0131 200 2327<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Muirhouse Crescent Social Work Centre<\/strong>
34 Muirhouse Crescent
Edinburgh EH4 4QL
0131 343 1991<\/p>\n\n\n\n


West Pilton Gardens Social Work Centre<\/strong>
8 West Pilton Gardens
Edinburgh EH4 4DP
0131 529 5400<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Westfield House Social Work Centre<\/strong>
5 Kirk Loan
Edinburgh EH12 7HD
0131 334 9933<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Springwell House Social Work Centre<\/strong>
1 Gorgie Road EH11 2LA
0131 313 3366<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Murrayburn Gate Social Work Centre<\/strong>
5 Murrayburn Gate
Wester Hailes
Edinburgh EH14 2SS
0131 442 4131<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Oxgangs Path Social Work Centre<\/strong>
4 Oxgangs Path
Edinburgh EH13 9LX
0131 445 4451<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Victoria Street Social Work Centre<\/strong>
11 Victoria Street
Edinburgh EH21 2HE
0131 226 6731<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Leith Social Work Centre St John’s House<\/strong>
71 Constitution Street
Edinburgh EH6 7AF
0131 553 2121<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craigentinny Social Work Centre<\/strong>
Loaning Road
Edinburgh EH7 6JE
0131 661 8291<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Captains Road Social Work Centre<\/strong>
40 Captains Road
Edinburgh EH17 8QF
0131 529 5300<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Craigmillar Social Work Centre<\/strong>
171 Duddingston Park South
Edinburgh EH15 3EG
0131 657 8500<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Emergency Social Work Service<\/strong>
0800 731 6969<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Health in Mind<\/strong>
www.health-in-mind.org.uk<\/a>
Offers home support to people with mental health difficulties. Offers 1:1 home based support to organise tasks, access community facilities, attend support groups and find ways of meeting other people
40 Shandwick Place
Edinburgh EH2 4RT
0131 225 8508<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Acquired brain injury support in Edinburgh<\/strong>
We provide individual packages of care and support for people with an acquired brain injury
Caledonian Village
2\/2 East Dalry Road
Edinburgh EH11 2TS
0131 661 0326<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Home Group<\/strong>
www.homegroup.org.uk<\/a>
We can help with a wide range of things including budgeting and benefit maximisation, social interaction and activities, life skills, dealing with agencies and other services within Edinburgh
Unit 3 Q Court
Quality Street
Davidson\u2019s Mains
Edinburgh EH4 5BP
0131 336 5876<\/p>\n\n\n\n


CHAI\u2019s<\/strong>
www.chaiedinburgh.org.uk<\/a>
Housing Support Team provides tenancy support to people aged 16 and over. We provide practical housing support through a visiting support service across the city aimed at maintaining tenancies and promoting independence.
0131 442 2100<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bethnay Christian Trust<\/strong>
Seek to provide support for up to 6 months to those in housing crisis with a view to moving people into settled accommodation, and preventing people who are in tenancies from becoming homeless.
65 Bonnington Road
Edinburgh EH6 5JQ
0131 561 8910<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Barony<\/strong>
www.baronyha.org.uk<\/a>
Supports people to live in their own homes. offer practical help with things like shopping, keeping appointments, managing a budget, preparing a meal, going to the cinema and meeting friends or more personal care like help with dressing and bathing, taking medication, following a treatment plan or offering emotional support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Canal Court<\/strong>
40 Craiglockhart Avenue
Edinburgh EH14 1LT
0845 140 7777<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Action Group<\/strong>
www.actiongroup.org.uk<\/a>
The Housing Support Service helps people live independently with various conditions and acquired brain injuries (Lothian wide).
The Action Group,
Norton Park Centre
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2315<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Elcap<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.elcap.org\/<\/a>
Provides tenancy support to residents across Edinburgh and East Lothian
01875 814 114<\/p>\n\n\n\n


City of Edinburgh Council<\/strong>
www.edinburgh.gov.uk<\/a>
General enquiries
0131 200 2323<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Telecare Edinburgh<\/strong>
Assessment and Advice Service
Waverly Court
4 East Market Street
Edinburgh, EH8 8BG
0131 529 7661<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Furniture Initiative<\/strong>
Canonmills Superstore
67 Logie Green Road
Edinburgh EH7 4HF
0131 557 7900<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Furniture Initiative<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.foursquare.org.uk\/<\/a>
Sighthill Superstore
5 Bankhead Medway, Edinburgh, EH11 4BY
0131 450 3900<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bethany Homemaker<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.bethanychristiantrust.com\/<\/a>
33a Haddington Place
Edinburgh EH7 4AG
0 131 467 3993<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Bethany Homemaker Requip It<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.requipit.com\/<\/a>
38 Jane Street
Leith
Edinburgh EH6 5HD
0131 554 8887<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lothian and Borders fire Brigade<\/strong>
Free home fire safety checks
0800 169 0320<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Energy Assistance<\/strong>
A free home energy check. This short survey will check how energy efficient your home is and suggest practical changes and improvements. It can help you save money by reducing the amount of energy you use in your home. It can be done over the phone. Or you can fill in a home energy check online and we’ll aim to call you back within 2 working days. Whether you are working, retired or receiving benefits we can provide free energy advice to you.
0800 512 012<\/p>\n\n\n\n


More money in your pocket<\/strong>
A benefit and tax credit check, and access to the lowest-cost energy rates. Many people miss out on money they are entitled to from benefits and tax credits \u2013 just because they don\u2019t know it\u2019s there. We can help find out if this applies to you. Some people discover they can get as much as \u00a31,500 extra per year. Energy suppliers also offer some people discounted energy rates. We can advise about any discounts that may be available to help you pay less for the energy you use.
0800 512 012<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Care and Repair Edinburgh<\/strong>
www.careandrepairedinburgh.org.uk<\/a>
Care and repair offers independent advice and assistance to help homeowners repair, improve or adapt their homes, so that they can remain comfortably at home. The free and confidential service is available to home-owners and private tenants who are at least 60 years of age or who have a disability. Services offered include home improvement advice, handy person service, home from hospital service, small repairs and trade referral service
\u200b0131 337 1111<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Home safety (Edinburgh)<\/strong>
Provides advice on all aspects of safety in the home
0131 529 3030<\/p>\n\n\n\n


EARS (Edinburgh Advocacy & Representation Service)<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.ears-advocacy.org.uk\/<\/a>
EARS Advocacy Service for Older People is funded by health and social work to provide free, independent advocacy (on a one to-one basis) to older people in, or moving into long term care. The office is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
EARS Advocacy Service
Forecort Bus Centre
Edinburgh EH6 5PX
0845 607 0129<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Council<\/strong>
Council garden services and assistance
Parks and Greenspace Service
Level C.3
Waverley Court
4 East Market Street
Edinburgh. EH8 8BG
0131 529 7881<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Health in Mind<\/strong>
www.health-in-mind.org.uk\/services\/community-connecting.html<\/a>
To support people aged 65 and over to gain the confidence and skills necessary to use groups, activities and resources in their community.
South west Edinburgh: EH3 8AA – EH3 9YX, EH9 1AF – EH9 2TB, EH10 4AA – EH11 2TW, EH13 9AA – EH13 9QX, EH11 3AA – EH11 4SW, EH13 0AA – EH13 0RG and EH14 1AF – EH14 7NN
0131 225 8508<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Stroke Advice<\/h2>
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The Edinburgh Speakability Group<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.speakability.org.uk\/<\/a>
Contact Speakability
1 Royal Street
London SE1 7LL
020 7261 9572 (Admin)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Aphasia Now<\/strong>
www.aphasianow.org<\/a>
Offer information, advice and forums for people with aphasia
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Headway Edinburgh<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburghheadway.org.uk\/<\/a>
Edinburgh Headway Group is a Registered Scottish charity dedicated to helping and supporting the traumatically head injured, their families and carers. Premises at the Astley Ainslie Hospital are open Monday to Thursday from 9am to 4pm and offer a range of therapeutic and rehabilitative activities that include fitness, reflexology and social activities.
Headway House
Astley Ainslie Hospital
Canaan Lane
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 537 9116<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Headway East Lothian<\/strong>
www.headwayeastlothian.org.uk<\/a>
Headway East Lothian provides support and information to adult brain injured survivors, their families and carers. We meet in Musselburgh, Haddington and Dunbar and have outings on a monthly basis. We can also provide outreach services and give confidential support and information in the home
01875 814 735<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Transport & Travel<\/h2>
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Concessionary Bus passes Disabled Passes\/ companion passes<\/strong>
Edinburgh 0131 200 2351(or go to local library)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Taxi card<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburgh.gov.uk\/<\/a>
0800 232 323<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Blue Badge<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.edinburgh.gov.uk\/<\/a>
0800 232 323<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Handicabs<\/strong>
http:\/\/www.handicabs.org.uk\/<\/a>
Dial a ride 0131 447 9949 Dial a Bus 0131 447 1718<\/p>\n\n\n\n


British Red Cross Transport and Escort<\/strong>
Car schemes which may organize transport in the scheme\u2019s locality. Some schemes limit themselves to transporting to hospital, GP\u2019s surgery, shopping or providing or occasional or emergency service \u2013 other schemes are more flexible
0131 338 5700 \/ 0131 557 9898<\/p>\n\n\n\n


South Edinburgh Amenities Group<\/strong>
www.seag.uk.net<\/a>
SEAG offers a citywide, wheelchair accessible minibus service to community groups and invites enquiries to the transport manager
0131 669 3847<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Colinton Care<\/strong>
Any resident of Colinton parish mainly for hospital, clinic and out-patient appointments, and for visiting relatives in hospital. Also for shopping and collecting prescriptions. Emergency visits to hospital. Free, but donations are accepted for petrol and running of the scheme.
Moyira Perry 0131 441 4847<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Pilton Equalities Project<\/strong>
Provides fully accessible transport for disabled, frail and older people in the North of Edinburgh. Outings, shopping trips and people taken to clubs. Assessment undertaken.
0131 315 4466<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Shop mobility<\/strong>
Shop mobility is a scheme, which lends wheelchairs (electric or manual) to people with limited mobility that wish to shop at the Gyle, Almondvale and the Mound. The service is free of charge and a volunteer may be available to accompany you if required. For further information telephone:
Edinburgh Mobile Unit 0131 225 9559 Mobile: 07968 325 661
Gyle Tel: 0131 317 1460
Ocean Terminal Tel: 0131 475 9408
Almondvale Tel: 01506 442 744
Falkirk Area Tel: 01324 630 500
Coatbridge Tel: 01236 605 795
Motherwell Tel: 01698 303 199 \/ 01698 309 467
Stirling Tel: 01786 449 606<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Edinburgh Council<\/strong>
Marked Disabled parking Bays contact council customer services:
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