Community Connectors

Improving connections with and for people over 60 and/or their carers, to services, facilities & activities. Partnership project between @GlasgowCVS & @GWSForum

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

Due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, we've made some changes to our service provision. Please check our website to find out what's changed and how to keep in touch.

https://t.co/FBi44vzmCp

[Volunteer Glasgow @volunteerglasgo]

Play a vital part in supporting older people to integrate in to their community by accompanying them to new groups and activities for up to six weeks as a Buddy Volunteer with @CCs_GCVS. For more info on this extremely rewarding and varied opportunity 👉https://t.co/whWWb2YDJA

[Mental Health Foundation Scotland @MHFScot]

It's our 70th birthday! For the past seven decades, we've worked across the UK to focus on finding and addressing the sources of mental health problems.

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

Hopefully you had the chance to read Tony's Story last week. Now take the opportunity to hear it in his own words. We're so proud of how far Tony's come and we look forward to continuing the journey alongside him.

https://t.co/EbUsrmNkJl

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

As we continue to talk about #mentalhealth, we're delighted to be able to share Tony's story with you. This short case study will be followed by a video tomorrow where you can hear about the impact of out work together in Tony's own words.

https://t.co/mjxm1heewe

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

We'll be back after the bank holiday to share some inspiring stories from our clients who have experienced mental health challenges. In the mean time, don't forget to check out this month's think piece on Mental Health.

https://t.co/yyZmweQWoS

https://t.co/coPtrnGDP5

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

Our new think piece is called 'Positive Mental Health: How we break down the barriers for our older generation'. Check out this news item to find out more. We'd love to hear your feedback.

https://t.co/fVyB3gV5eS

[ALLIANCE Self Mgmt @SelfMgmtScot]

#SelfManagement is about people living with long term conditions being in ‘the driving seat’. It supports people to live their lives better, on their terms. Find out more during Self Management Week 2019

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

It's great to see that more of our clients have been enjoying cookery classes with @kaleyardcic. @SumayyaUsmani is an amazing cook and teacher; plenty of helpful tips but more importantly, fun! A fantastic new organisation.

[Kaleyard Cook School & Kitchen @kaleyardcic]

Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS
As we can see from this pic @SumayyaUsmani is cooking up a storm as the ladies patiently listen. We love that we can provide groups like this with an opportunity to get out and socialise -as well as have a munch.
#communitycooks #wednesdaythoughts

[Community Connectors @CCs_GCVS]

Join us throughout July as we talk about mental health and our experiences working with older adults in Glasgow. Look out for our think piece on mental health later in the week.

[Food Train @FoodTrainScot]

We have an number of older people on our waiting list in the areas detailed below. Could you help spread the word to some kindhearted locals?
@glasgowlife @GlasgowLib @GlasgowCVS @volunteerglasgo @Glasgowfoodgeek @shopsilverburn @CCGCourier @gsc1 @GlasgowCC @Glasgow_Clyde

[Volunteer Glasgow @volunteerglasgo]

Volunteering is just #fun, plain and simple. Get that #fridayfeeling by nominating a volunteering initiative you've had fun with for the Alistair Malloy Award: https://t.co/T7OWciEL2M
#19ReasonsforVolunteering #AllyInspire19 @HeraldEvents

[Food Train @FoodTrainScot]

If you've got an idea that could support older people to eat well then why not apply for funding to see it developed? Grants of up to £5000. Apply here - https://t.co/jVzad2bJNQ

[Volunteer Glasgow @volunteerglasgo]

Not everything is about money ��� : volunteers give time for free and shouldn't be left out of pocket by the #volunteering they do. If you've been part of a great volunteering initiative this year, nominate them! https://t.co/AESsiY3LXU
#19ReasonsforVolunteering #AllyInspire19

[ALLIANCE Self Mgmt @SelfMgmtScot]

Help raise awareness of the benefits of #SelfManagement during Self Management Week. We have a range of shareable graphics, event poster and info sheet available for download to get you started.

https://t.co/9x3tfajxFI

[Person Centred Voices @PersonCentredVo]

We're continuing our induction days with @GCHSCP this morning. @tommyNtour will be speaking from personal experience about the difference kindness, care and compassion can make. Always ask 'What Matters to You?'

https://t.co/0VVFN1TLRp

[Kaleyard Cook School & Kitchen @kaleyardcic]

Summer is officially here! Bring on the sun!
Check out our summer schedule here => https://t.co/7OwT9JJcrE
#summer #sunnyweather #blueskies #holidays #cookeatshare #cookingclasses

[GCVS Policy and Engagement @GCVS_PandE]

The first of our Neglect Toolkit training sessions is on the @TheAlbany_GCVS Woodlands suite. There was a lot of demand for places and we will have 3 more sessions in coming months. Join our mailing list to make sure you get the details #Neglect @GlasgowCVS

[Anne Callaghan @callaghananne]

Imp to realise that having activities for people to do provides a focus & opp to share and chat. Read this blog from a cancer & stroke survivor about how knitting & making connections helped her rehab & to feel less lonely @EndLonelinessUK https://t.co/EtBOWPRDJq