Emma Houston (She/Her)

Passionate about mental health and wellbeing | Project Coordinator at Scottish Recovery Network. | Serial Retweeter | Personal account and views all mine

[Samaritans @samaritans]

Just a reminder for anyone who is struggling with these darker evenings at the moment that from today onwards that each day will get a little bit lighter day by day.

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Scottish Recovery Network has decided to leave X. The platform no longer aligns with our values of Compassion, Curiosity, Collaboration & Courage.

Our profile will remain live so anyone looking for us can be redirected to our other platforms - search Scottish Recovery Network.

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

“Suicide is the biggest killer of mums within the first year after giving birth. We started LATNEM as a peer support space for mums & birthing people to come to for support with their mental health"

"One of our mums said 'thank you for keeping me alive'"

#CreatingHopeTogether

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

🔔Make sure to set a YouTube notification for:

The Power of Peer Support in Suicide Prevention
A new film premiering on Tues 11 Nov at 13:30!

We were asked by @SuicidePrevScot to collaborate on a film that showcases the vital role of peer support in suicide prevention. 1/2..

[EVOC @evoc_edinburgh]

*Your Feedback Matters*

We work with our TSI partners @esenscot and @VolunteerEdi to connect and support you - the third sector organisations that make our city thrive.

Please tell us what’s working well and what could be better in this short survey: https://t.co/Qp8kKP0Agw

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

It's #GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay🎉

To mark the day we're sharing a series of short films w/ important insights from peer leaders.

We asked Callum, Peer Worker @changemh_ ... What kind of support do peer leaders need?

#GPSCD #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery

[The ALLIANCE @ALLIANCEScot]

The Self Management Fund is open!

Third sector and community groups can apply for small or large grants for new or developing projects that support people to self manage their health.

Find out more: https://t.co/XS1Q1nuZAX

#SelfManagement #Healthcare #Wellbeing #Scotland

[Peer Community @EdinburghPeers]

Are you an Edinburgh Peer Worker or Volunteer? Join our reflective practice session on Thurs 30th Oct, 2–4:30pm, to connect and share experiences! Spaces are limited—come and join us 👇👇👇 https://t.co/Babg9DSxCZ

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay 16 Oct🎉

We asked Jamie Stewart, Peer Support Worker @NHSTayside...

What would success feel like for people in peer roles?

#GPSCD #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #Recovery #LivedExperience

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Live/work in the Glasgow area?

Want to connect with others interested in the role of lived experience & community-based peer support in suicide prevention?

1 week until the Glasgow Creating Hope with Peer Support learning & networking event: 21 Oct!

https://t.co/gr0VRbRZOu

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

🌟We're hiring!

Communications Officer
FT 37.5 hours
£34,043 – £38,824
Closes 17 October 2025

Are you passionate about bringing people, services & organisations together to create a mental health system powered by lived experience?

https://t.co/4Wio3ZixBy

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Going the distance: making peer support sustainable
7 Oct, 10:30 - 12:00, Online
#PeerConnects

Peer support thrives with the right conditions in place. Hear from Darren Sayer @penumbra_scot Hope Point Dundee & share ideas to help peer support flourish!

https://t.co/HisLjANCyD

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Live or work in #Dundee? Book your place at this
@ScotRecoveryNet @DVVAscot Lunch & Learn 'Introduction to Peer Support' on Monday 6 October.

https://t.co/2hVWyc8s5l

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Based in Dundee & interested in the role of peer support in community-based mental health & wellbeing?

In collaboration @DVVAscot this free 1-hour Lunch & Learn session provides an Intro to Peer Support!

Join us online 6 October, 12:30 -13:30.

https://t.co/PRhIqTyYq1

[Emma Houston (She/Her) @EmHouston23]

A really powerful short film about migraine and how it can feel and impact many. I'm lucky to have understanding at work, but it still has an incredible impact on day to day life and can be really debilitating at times. #migrainemeans

[The Migraine Trust @MigraineTrust]

We are kicking off #MigraineAwarenessWeek with our brand-new campaign film which illustrates what #MigraineMeans for many of the one in seven people living with the condition. https://t.co/7M1CzAunU0

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

ICYMI #FilmFriday📽️

Powerful @stvnews piece with @ThomasCArthur showcasing @TheNeukPerth & @HillcrestOrgUk’s suicide prevention work.

Peer Support Worker Kelly shares lived-experience insights & COO Wendy Given highlights funding challenges.

https://t.co/F4W9lYEwiU

#MHScot

[Julie Anne Hill @evoc_julieanne]

⏳There's still time to book your spot for next week’s lunch and learn on #peersupport. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
🗓️Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:00 - 14:00 BST

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

Peer supporters from across Scotland came together this week for our #PeerConnects practice exchange.

"I really enjoyed the boundaries workshop. It was good to speak about practical things that we can do"

#PeerSupportScot #ILovePeerSupport #MHScot

[Scottish Recovery Network @ScotRecoveryNet]

There's a few places left at our Creating Hope with Peer Support workshop delivered in partnership with @discoverycoll

Want to build confidence & skills providing peer support to people affected by suicide?

Join us on Monday, 22 Sept in Inverness🧡

https://t.co/1oXlLf1TXy

[Lesley Smith @LesleyRecMH]

Join a peer co-reflection session (online) with Families in Trauma and Recovery for anyone involved in #PeerSupport Monday 29 Sept 8pm UK Registration https://t.co/mXPdx1jnR4