Upcoming events.
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