Upcoming events.
Celebrate disability history month & International Day of People with a Disability
My Disability Plus is pleased to announce its 4th Disability Inclusion Festival
16th November to 25th December 2024
When we launched our first festival three years ago, many wondered why we commemorate Disability History Month and the International Day of People with a Disability. Since then, more people than ever before have recognised and commemorated the day, including the parliament.
Get involved!
Come along and support our event and feel empowered. Email hello@mydisabilityplus.com or phone 07968 349116 to reserve your place. Book early to avoid disappointment
Saturday 16 November 2024
Quiz night £10 fundraising event
7pm -10pm
Barrhead, Armed Forces Club
Monday 2nd December 2024
4th International Conference for International Day of People with a Disability
10 – 12.30pm | Online | reserve your place by email
Tuesday 3rd December 2024
International Day of Disabled People Event and Gathering
11am – 3pm | Live | reserve your place by email or phone
St Vincents Community Hub, 22 Main Street, Thornliebank G46 7SH
Monday 16th December 2024
Christmas Big Lunch
1pm - 3pm | Live event | reserve your place by email or phone
Tuesday 17th December 2024
Accessible Carol concert
7pm – 9pm
Live event - Reserve your place by email or phone
1st – 25th December 2024
Forthcoming events being added to the festival programme
Various events being planned with our partner organisations. To be kept up to date and informed add your details to our mailing list hello@mydisabilityplus.com
- Ibrox Stadium Complex, Ibrox
- The Beacons, Station Road, Blantyre
- Adelphi Centre, Commercial Street
- Shortlees Community Centre
- Govanhill Community Deepend Project
- Christmas Business Networking event
"It's the forth year we are having the festival, last year's programme reached over 250k through social media"
Savio D'Souza, Co-founder of mydisabilityplus.
"This year, with a better, stronger, more diverse programme, we aim to do better, so please share, support and join in. We have been enormously grateful. We have a great team behind the festival and many with lived experience who have given feedback and support to develop the programme”.
Provost Mary Montague supported the launch.
"Mental health and wellbeing is often overlooked, work & home life, the pandemic has highlighted the impact on our health. Self care and seek support is so important"
Interested in booking your place at one of these events?
That's great! For more information, please look at our website mydisabilityplus.com
Email: hello@mydisabilityplus.com
Phone: +44 (0) 7968349116
Secure your spot today!
Please email us at hello@mydisabilityplus.com and specify the events you wish to attend before they fill up.
Celebrate disability history month & International Day of Disabled People
Welcome to this year's disability festival. It's important in an inclusive world that people with a disability, mental health conditions, addictions and accessibility issues are not forgotten. Most are FREE events thanks to support from our community partners. If there is a charge for an event indicated by *
We receive no council or public funding
Massive thanks to you for your support
IMPORTANT FACTS TO NOTE
- 1 in 4 people experience mental health issues at some point in their life
- The cost to the UK economy of mental health is £118 billion
- 66% face anxiety issues about heating their home
- 42% of young people 16-24 face anxiety issues
- 1 in 6 young people face mental health issues in primary school
Disability History Month programme
1) Friday 1st December
3rd International Conference for International Day of Disabled People
10 - 12.30pm | Online | Book on Eventbrite
2) Sunday 3rd December
International Day of Disabled People Event and Gathering*
2pm - 4pm | Live | Book on Eventbrite
St Vincents Community Hall, Main Street
3) 29th November - 9th December
For various venues and dates, see the website for more information
Ibrox Stadium Complex, Ibrox
The Beacons, Station Road, Blantyre
Adelphi Centre, Commercial Street
Shortlees Community Centre
Govanhill Community Deepend Project
4) Tuesday 12 December
Community Development Workshop
12 noon - 2pm | Live | Book on Eventbrite
Botanical Gardens, Great Western Road
Business Club Networking Event*
Supporting people with a disability
11.45 - 2pm | Live | Book on Eventbrite
Christmas Carol Concert*
7pm - 9pm | Live
Netherlee Church, Ormonde Crescent
5) Thursday 14th December
Additional Support Needs Children's Christmas Party
7pm | Live
Christmas Pantomime*
Support those with a disability and noise challenges with quieter performance
7pm | Live
6) Sunday 17th December
Spirit of Christmas
7pm | Online
This popular event looks at themes, traditions and ideas around Christmas. Join in for a look through history
7) Tuesday 19th December
Mindfulness Workshop for World Peace
7pm | Online
Our mindfulness session aims to offer support for those with challenges at this time of the year
7) Monday 25 December
International Christmas Day
Link-up: 11am | Online
Last year this was popular and helped those separated or alone to join in.
Ending Loneliness / Homelessness Christmas Lunch
"It's the third year we are having the festival, last year's programme reached over 250k through social media"
Savio D'Souza, Co-founder of mydisabilityplus.
"This year, with a better, stronger, more diverse programme, we aim to do better, so please share, support and join in. We have been enormously grateful. We have a great team behind the festival and many with lived experience who have given feedback and support to develop the programme”.
Provost Mary Montague supported the launch.
"Mental health and wellbeing is often overlooked, work & home life, the pandemic has highlighted the impact on our health. Self care and seek support is so important"
Interested in booking your place at one of these events?
That's great! For more information, please look at our website mydisabilityplus.com
Email: hello@mydisabilityplus.com
Phone: +44 (0) 7968349116
Secure your spot today!
Please email us at hello@mydisabilityplus.com and specify the events you wish to attend before they fill up.
Wellness Week
This year's mental health awareness week 15-21 May 2023 was launched with a Well-Being Festival of events and activities. This year's national theme is anxiety. So many people have their lives restricted by panic/anxiety issues. We have online and offline events to support people's mental health, addiction support, inclusive especially vulnerable groups such as LGBT community, women, youth, and elderly who can fall through the cracks in support provisions
IMPORTANT FACTS TO NOTE
- 1 in 4 people experience mental health issues at some point in their life
- The cost to the UK economy of mental health is £118 billion
- 66% face anxiety issues about heating their home
- 42% of young people 16-24 face anxiety issues
- 1 in 6 young people face mental health issues in primary school
Well Being Festival programme
1) Monday 15th May 2-4pm
Managing anxiety workshop (on zoom)
Helping those with anxiety issues to better manage the situation and live a full life.
2) Tuesday 16th May 10am-12 noon
Wellbeing conference & workshop (on zoom)
Will hear from a range of speakers supporting mental health as well as lived experience from those suffering from anxiety and suicide
3) Wednesday 17th May 2pm-4pm
Anxiety workshop, Ibrox Stadium
4) Thursday 18th May 10am - 12 noon
Mens Health workshop The Beacons
5) Friday 19th May 11am - 1pm
Over 50s Soup, Sandwich and Blether event,
6) Saturday 20th May 2pm - 4pm
Table Tennis in the Park
7) Sunday 21st May 8pm-9pm
Mindfulness session (on zoom)
"It's the second year we are having the festival, last year's programme reached over 250k through social media"
Savio D'Souza, Co-founder of mydisabilityplus.
"This year with a better stronger more diverse programme we are aiming to do better so please share, support and join in. We have been enormously grateful, we have a great team behind the festival as well as so many with lived experience who have given feedback and support to develop the programme”.
Provost Mary Montague supported the launch.
"Mental health and wellbeing is often overlooked, work & home life, the pandemic has highlighted the impact on our health. Self care and seek support is so important"
“Self care and seek support is so important. Research has now shown that loneliness and isolation for example is the equivalent of smoking 10 cigarettes a day. So please take care, self care getting help and support this week”.
All the events are FREE but booking is essential simply email Angela info@mydisabilityplus.com indicating events 1-7 you wish to attend.
For more information please Contact Savio D'Souza 07968349116 for more information
Secure your spot today!
Email us at info@mydisabilityplus.com and specify the events (1-7) you wish to attend before they fill up.
Disability History Month
My Disability Plus invites you to join in a month of events and activities to help improve the minds of you and the people you care about.
About this event
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ZOOM LOGIN DETAILS WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU
Friday 2nd Dec | 10am – 12 noon
Online Conference
Where to join: On Zoom
Our first conference last year gave local businesses and community partners the opportunity to showcase what they are doing to improve the lives of Disabled People.This year we are going one better we are asking disabled people and those with mental health issues to let us know what can be done to improve their lives
To confirm your attendance email Angela Samson angela@va-virtualangel.co.uk
Friday 2nd Dec
Fitba & Social Event
Where to join: Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Street G5 0PQ
The Adelphi Centre is a place for help for people with addictions and mental health plus a recovery journey and fitba.
Saturday 3rd Dec | 12 noon - 5pm
Fitba & Christmas Event
Where to join: Deepend, 21 Nithsdale Street G41 2PZ
The Govanhill Community Baths Trust, Deepend Christmas Market is back popular as every with live music and fitba. We are pleased to work in partnership to celebrate International Day of Disabled People.
Monday 5th Dec | 4pm - 7pm
Fitba & Social Event
Where to join: The Beacons, 1 Station Road, Blantyre G72 9AA
The Beacons is a place for help for people with addictions and mental health plus on recovery journey. We are grateful for their support and hosting venue.
Sunday 11th Dec | 8pm - 9pm
Spirit of Christmas
Where to join: On Zoom
Callum will guide you through some spirit of Christmas thoughts and traditions.
Tuesday 13th Dec | 7pm for 7.30pm
Carol Concert
Where to join: Netherlee Church, 130 Ormonde Ave G44 3SL
Come and join in this fundraising event for Sound International Ticket £5 at the door. Need an accessible taxi? Get in touch with the team.
Sunday 18th Dec | 8pm - 9pm
Advent Mindfulness
Where to join: On Zoom
Lisa successful mindfulness events have been extended into December.
Sunday 25th Dec | 2pm, 4pm & 6pm
Ending Loneliness Christmas Lunch
Where to join: Giffnock
Do you know someone who is going to be on their own for Christmas? Get in touch for a community Christmas meal and event.
Sunday 25th Dec | 8pm - 9pm
Christmas Mindfulness
Where to join: On Zoom
Lisa has kindly offered to run this event on Christmas day join in if you can especially if alone or experiencing loneliness.
Mental Health Awareness Week
My Disability Plus invites you to join in a week of events and activities to help improve the minds of you and the people you care about.
About this event
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ZOOM LOGIN DETAILS WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU
During the pandemic, many have focused on physical health. However, the importance of mental health is essential too!
This year's theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is loneliness.
The committee of My Disability Plus are pleased to have organised a programme of diverse events.
Please support and share to help improve the dialogue on mental health and support.
Monday 9th May @ 7.30 – 9 pm - Session 1
Mindfulness
Explores how mindfulness can help reduce your stress
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Tuesday 10th May @ 1pm – 3 pm - Session2
A picture is 1000 words
This young artist explains how he managed to combat the challenge of learning
disorders to combat his mental health through painting
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Wednesday 11th May @ 7.30 – 9 pm - Session 3
Yoga class
Opportunity to enjoy a taster session of yoga to keep fit
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Thursday 12th May @ 1 pm – 3 pm - Session 4
Mental Health Week Conference
Presenting various speakers from different organisations to help you improve
Your mental health and wellbeing. Feel supported!
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Friday 13th May @ 7 pm – 9 pm - Session 5
Staying up later concert
This musical experience is by fresh local talented musicians.
Search Callum Caland for his music on Facebook.
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Saturday 14th May @ 1 pm – 3 pm - Session 6
How breathing can affect your health
Can changing the way you breathe improve your health?
Online - Register in advance HERE
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Sunday 15th May @ 12 – 4 pm - Session 7
Fitba Fun
In-Person - The Courtyard Restaurant, Rouken Glen Park, G46
This is the latest trend taking off in Scotland. Be the first to try Fitba the only one currently in Scotland.
Search Fitba Fun to find out more.
Indicate your interest to Secretary Angela Samson, secretary@disabililtyactioner.org.uk
Looking forward to hearing from you.
International Day for Disabled People
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is a day which promotes equality for people with disabilities in all areas of society
Watch on-demand
Claire Coburn, East Renfrewshire Council
MSP Pamela-Duncan Glancy, First permanent wheelchair user elected to the Scottish Parliament.
Lynsey Ross, East Renfrewshire Council
Jill Pritchard, Barrhead Housing Association
John Shelton, East Renfrewshire Council
Police Scotland
John Paul Moffat, Dates N Mates