Group Partners - An ER Rainbow Coalition of Good
The following "Group Partners" of East Renfrewshire Good Causes (ERGC) are organisations operating within East Renfrewshire, and work with us, in a variety of ways, to improve the lives of our neighbours in ER. These groups/charity partners do not pay a monthly standing order to ERGC, however they may do fundraising events to help support the work that we do, and are all valued members at the heart of our local ER community. ERGoodCauses will work with all political parties in East Renfrewshire, and as a charity we welcome the support of any political party who wish to raise the standard in East Renfrewshire. |
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Caudwell Children Caudwell Children is a national charity that provides practical and emotional support to disabled children and their families. They enable access to the services, equipment, therapies and treatments that children need to lead happy, active and independent lives.
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Independence at Home This is a charity that exists to improve and maintain active living and improve independence and quality of life at home for people of all ages who are living with long term illness and disability and are in financial need. It makes grants in the range £250 - £500 towards the purchase of mobility and disability equipment, home adaptations and essential household items required to aid daily living. T: 020 8427 7929 (Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm) |
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Sensory Centre (Wick and Thurso) We work in partnership with NHS Audiology, Deaf Services and Hearing Support Team and Highland Blindcraft Sensory Services; provide practical help and advice on hearing and sight loss at 2 drop-in centres in Wick and Thurso. Information, demonsatration and procurement of environmental aids to assist daily living. T: 01955 606170 |
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Tree of Hope Tree of Hope is a registered children's charity, providing families with disabled children with the tools and practical support to help drive successful fundraising campaigns. We provide families with charity status and a complete Family Support service to help guide their fundraising missions so families aren't on their own. T: 01892 535525 |
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Radio Clyde Cash for Kids Cash for Kids has one objective: to support the most vulnerable children in our communities who are the innocent victims of the growing epidemic of Child Poverty. We are a small team of 4 who work hard all year round to ensure local children living in poverty are supported. Our role is a critical one. Tackling child poverty and disadvantage remains the challenge of our generation...but we can and are making a change. T: 0141 204 1025 |
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Aspire Aspire is a national charity that provides practical help to people who have been paralysed by Spinal Cord Injury. A spinal cord injury can happen to anyone at any time, and no one is prepared for how it will change their life. Aspire exists because there is currently no cure. Through its projects and programmes (including Housing Advice, Assistive Technology and Welfare/benefits), Aspire offers practical support to the 105,000 people living with a spinal cord injury in the UK, from newly injured spinal cord injury patients in hospital and throughout their lives. This support allows people with spinal injury to lead fulfilled and independent lives in their homes, with their families, in their workplace and in leisure time. T: 020 8954 5759 |
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Starter Packs Glasgow 7 Harmony Row, Govan, Glasgow G51 3BB Starter Packs Glasgow have been helping individuals and families across Greater Glasgow for the last 24 years. We provide over 60 items in our packs such as crockery, kettle, toaster, pots, pans, bedding, towels, toiletries and cleaning products. They are available by referral to anybody experiencing poverty, often after being homeless, fleeing domestic situations, moving on from the forces, prison or care. Our packs help empower people to build a new life with dignity, ease their financial burden, and alleviate poverty and the mental and physical ill health that can be caused by it. They allow people to settle into their new home more quickly, reducing the chances of having to leave the tenancy – helping to break the cycle of homelessness. T: 0141 440 1008 |
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Acts 435 Acts 435 is an online giving charity that directly connects those that want to help with those that have genuine need. It does this by providing a free resource for a network of local churches and charities around the UK to post requests for those in their community onto the website. These items can vary, such as a washing machine, clothing or travel costs. Individuals can then go onto their website and donate towards the much needed item. T: 07878 013 882 |
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The Richmond Fellowship Scotland 3 Buchanan Gate, Buchanan Gate Business Park, Cumbernauld Road, Stepps, North Lanarkshire, G33 6FB The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is a charity which supports people across Scotland with a broad range of needs to live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities. We are the largest provider of social care services in Scotland, providing personalised, high-quality community-based support services for those who require support in their lives. Some may have mental health difficulties, learning disabilities or autism; others may have dementia, alcohol or drug issues or forensic backgrounds. All of our services work in person-centred ways to offer choice, promote inclusion and maximise ability. We are people-focused, motivated by the needs of individuals and communities, not profit. We are driven by strong values and a firm commitment to choice, dignity and social inclusion. T: 0845 013 6300 |
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Glasgow Helps Do you live in Glasgow and need a 'wee bit of help?' Glasgow Helps is a free, confidential service set up to work directly with the people of Glasgow. The service offers support, information and advice for citizens on a wide range of issues and aims to connect citizens to the right support, at the right time, in the right place. T: 0141 276 1185 (9-5, Mon-Fri) |
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NHS Community Benefits Gateway - Community Benefit Gateway is a free and easy to use online service that connects NHS Scotland suppliers with third sector community organisations within Scotland. It supports community initiatives such as: work placement opportunities; volunteering projects; assistance with building community facilities; environmental proposals; product donations. T: - |
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The Black Door Shop Orchardhill Parish Church, Lower Memorial Halls, 2 Rosslea Drive, Giffnock G46 6JW The Black Door Shop is the operating arm of The 86th Glasgow Boys' Brigade. We are a group of community volunteers. On Saturdays we regularly have a team of around 20 litter pickers out early followed by 7 donation sorters with another 5 helping them carry in donations. We need more volunteers to help carry in and sort our donations on a Saturday. Would you like to be involved in our community activities? T: 07850 329194 |
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The Well The Well Multicultural Resource Centre, 53 Niddrie Road, Glasgow G42 8NT The Well is a charity that is located in the Greater Govanhill area that is passionate about giving hope to the community. Although our beneficiaries are mainly based in the Southeast Glasgow and are mainly migrants and refugees that may have been disadvantaged by factors like poverty, racism, social isolation, limited English language skills, cultural differences or their qualifications not being recognised in Scotland or simply because they do not know 'how things work' in the UK; we have been welcoming and assisting everyone for the past 31 years. And through one-to-one Advice Consultations (Mon to Fri: 9.15 to 12.30 and Mon, Wed and Thurs 13.00 to 16.00) and friendship-building activities, we strive to support people to overcome these disadvantages and work with vulnerable families as well as encouraging and developing service users' self-confidence, skills, independence and increasing their awareness of rights and responsibilities. Our Drop-in consultation session offers first level support on Benefits, Immigration, Housing and Welfare right, Job search, Utilities, Personal Issues, etc. Activities programme for women: 'Bubbles' toddler group, 'Chai & Chat' craft/social group, ESOL class, etc. Activity programme for men: Men@TheWell. T: 0141 424 4523 |
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Revive MS Support Revive MS Support, Moorpark Court, 29 Dava Street, Glasgow G51 2JA Revive MS Support is the only charity in the West of Scotland providing nationwide support for people who are affected by Multiple Sclerosis. The charity was set up in 1984 by people living with MS and their families, and helps people manage the physical, emotional, financial, and social impacts that come with a diagnosis of MS. Anyone affected by MS can use Revive's services and can be referred by a health and social care professional or self-refer. Services include an MS Specialist Nurse; MS Specialist Physiotherapy; Welfare and Benefit support; Speech and Language Therapy; Counselling; Aromatherapy and Reflexology; Podiatry; Fitness classes; Fatigue Management and Memory Matters classes; Continence Nurse service; Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy; Support for families and friends of those with MS; social activities and a cafe. T: 0141 945 3344 |
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Cosgrove Care The Walton Community Care Centre, May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6LD Cosgrove is a charity that specialises in providing personalised support and care services for children and adults who have learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders, and mental health issues living in and around Glasgow and East Renfrewshire. At Cosgrove, we believe that the people we support should have the same opportunities as everyone else. We believe that everyone should be able to experience new opportunities, face new challenges, realise ambitions, grow as an individual and achieve their full potential in a safe environment. T: 0141 620 2500 |
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Stamperland BC - Ladies Section - Established in 1961, Stamperland Bowling club is a family friendly bowling club at the heart of the community. Based in the Southside of Glasgow, our members cover every age group. Our Ladies and Gents Sections enjoy competitive matches at all levels. We offer free coaching and are renowned for our hospitality and social events. Our Ladies Section have over many years sponsored various charities. In 2024, the Ladies agreed to support East Renfrewshire Good Causes. This Charity reflected the strong values of our Club and its community, and makes a positive difference to so many peoples lives. T: - |
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Merry-go-round 32-36 Nithsdale Road, Strathbungo, Glasgow G41 2AN Merry-go-round aspires to be the first choice for parents in Glasgow. Our aims are to support local families while encouraging the purchase of second-hand items over new. Our shop supports families with high quality, affordable pre-loved maternity and children's items and is also a supportive community hub for families to meet, learn, and exchange ideas. We're changing the perception of second-hand goods, saving families money, improving mental health and well-being, and reducing the amount of new goods purchased. We are also partnered with over 200 agencies in Glasgow to provide an average of 100 free packs of essential items per month to those facing hardships. The packs consist of children’s and maternity clothing, nappies, toiletries, books and toys. Our aim is to reduce stress for families in poverty and increase overall wellbeing to create happier home environments. T: 0141 423 2299 |
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Children 1st 83 Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh, EH9 1AT Children 1st works to prevent abuse and neglect, to protect children and keep them safe from harm. The charity works to support children in Scotland to live in safe, loving families and to build strong communities. It helps survivors of abuse, trauma and other adversity to recover and works tirelessly to protect the rights of children in Scotland. In close partnership with East Renfrewshire HSCP and The Robertson Trust we support families of children who are experiencing emotional distress for whatever reason and with them rebuild relationships at home, school and in the community. We also provide Parentline, a helping hand for any family in Scotland wanting support about anything that is affecting them, at the touch of a button. T: 0141 739 9110 |
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Thrive Under 5 60 Busby Road, Clarkston, G76 7AT We work together with local communities, groups and organisations to ensure families across East Renfrewshire and their children have good nutrition, healthy eating habits and active lifestyles. As part of the project we have free family cooking classes and stay and play workshops. This is open to anyone in East Renfrewshire who has at least one child under the age of 5. To find out more contact the Community Hub. T: 0141 876 9555 |
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Health and Social Care Partnership The Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is an innovative partnership, responsible for delivering all local health and social care services to East Renfrewshire people in an integrated way. The HSCP is a full partnership between East Renfrewshire Council and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. T: Single Point of Access (Adult Services) - 0141 451 0866 |
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Alzheimer Scotland 32 Riccartsbar Avenue, Paisley, PA2 6BG Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland's national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research. Within East Renfrewshire your local Dementia Advisor can provide information and advice; help you find the dementia support that you need; connect you to local groups and services; help your local community be more dementia friendly; help you influence the policies and services that affect you. T: 0141 887 1289 or 07767 647062 |
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Rouken Glen Walkers - Rouken Glen Walkers offer 3 walks within Rouken Glen Park every Wednesday morning from Pro-Soccer. There are 200 people registered as walkers with around 120 people turning out regularly to take part. The walks are led by 14 trained volunteer walk leaders. The Rouken Glen Walkers are supported in Partnership with East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure Trust and East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership. The walks are part of Paths for All Walking Network and received in 2019 Health Walk of the Year for the support and encouragement they offer to walkers. For more information please contact Sine Delahunt, Community Health Development Worker – Walking, East Renfrewshire HSCP, HSCP Headquarters, Eastwood Health and Care Centre, Drumby Crescent, Clarkston, G76 7HN. T: 07894 802349 |
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Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO 56 Kelburn Street, Barrhead, G78 1LR Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO is a local charity that was established in 1998. We are committed to supporting individuals and local groups and organisations to work together to meet the needs of local residents. We connect and support volunteering, social enterprising activity and voluntary groups with the goal of making East Renfrewshire an even better place to live. T: 0141 876 9555 |
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1st Clarkston Rainbows Greenbank Church, Clarkston 1st Clarkston Rainbows meet in Greenbank Church from September until May inclusive. Girls are aged between 5 years old and 7 years old. Further information can be found via the contact details below or the Girlguiding website. T: 0779 222 6582 |
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Provincial Grand Lodge of Renfrewshire East Information coming soon. W: pglre.org |
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Eastwood Rotary Club Established in 1970, Eastwood Rotary Club is a vibrant and growing club with a great mix of members - old young, male, female, working, retired. But we are united in maintaining a busy timetable of charitable and social activities. Our aim is simple - enjoy socialising while seeking fun ways to raise money that can be used to help our community. If you feel that you want to put something back into the community while gaining a whole new group of like-minded friends, then come and join us. There are over 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide and Eastwood is one of over 50 Rotary clubs in the West of Scotland alone! We do fundraising through concerts, golf events, bag packing and any other ideas we can come up with. We can help the needy in our local, national and international community in so many ways. |
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The Avenue 250 Ayr Road, Newton Mearns, G77 6AA Situated in the upmarket leafy suburb of Newton Mearns, The Avenue is a hidden gem for shopaholics and also those people who just want to avoid the impersonal sprawl common to many of the bigger shopping centre. In this age of trolley-dash shopping culture, The Avenue provides a calmer, more relaxed atmosphere whilst providing shoppers with an extensive range of stores to ensure that everything you need is under one roof. T: 0141 639 5926 |
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SSAFA The Wynd Centre, 6 School Wynd, Paisley PA1 2DB SSAFA provides lifelong support for our Forces and their families. This means that if you're currently serving or have ever served in the Royal Navy, British Army or Royal Air Force, we're here for you and your family for life. We understand that your time in the Forces can impact on you, now and in the future. And sometimes you might need a bit of practical help. But we also know the challenges everyone faces are different. Do we're committed to being here whenever and wherever you need us. At SSAFA we've been supporting our Forces and their families for more than 130 years. Today, we continue to help thousands of people in hundreds of different ways. T: 0141 840 4060 |
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Whitecraigs District Girlguiding Rainbows, Brownies and Guides meet in Broom Church and Maxwell Mearns Church on evenings throughout the week providing a wide variety of opportunities for girls and leaders aged 5+. Further information can be found via the contact details below or the Girlguiding website. T: 0141 639 3528 |
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Broom Sunbeams T: 0141 639 3528 |
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Age Concern Eastwood Dementia Centre No 3 Cottage, The Stables Eastwood Park, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7JS Age Concern Eastwood Dementia Project provides day care to people of East Renfrewshire who have a diagnosis of dementia. We offer a relaxing but stimulating environment that allows people to come together who share similar problems relating to their everyday lives. We offer personalised assistance and support with personal care, special dietary needs, communication issues, emotional problems, physical challenges, cognitive stimulation therapy (CGS), etc. There is a full carers programme where carers can meet for mutual support, carers lunches, educations sessions, etc. T: 0141 621 0133 |
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East Renfrewshire Carers' Centre The Gatehouse, Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road Giffnock, G46 6UG At the East Renfrewshire Carers' Centre we provide a full programme of support to carers and young carers. Our ability to do this is supported by donations we receive. All donations received are spent directly on carers and young carers. For young carers, donations would contribute to group nights as well as trips and activities to places like the cinema, theme park and bowling. For adult carers, we can provide respite and short break opportunities, stress management and relaxation classes, support groups and activities such as coffee mornings when the carer can get away from the house for a short period of time and away from the stresses of being a carer. T: 0141 638 4888 |
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Jewish Care Scotland The Walton Community Care Centre, May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6LD Jewish Care Scotland is a registered charity providing care and support to individuals and families within the Scottish Jewish community. We work in partnership with East Renfrewshire Council social work services and many other community organisations to provide our services. A team of dedicated volunteers are also trained to support us in providing such an extensive range of services. Alongside our long-running Day Care centre we provide a wide range of services for the Jewish community, from a Kosher foodbank to detailed care and assessment and everything in between. Whether you need one off support, advice or long-standing care, Jewish Care Scotland can enable you to take back control of your life. Please call us in confidence on 0141 620 1800 to speak to a member of the community team or for information about our clubs and services. T: 0141 620 1800 |
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Maxwell Mearns Castle Church Waterfoot Road, Newton Mearns, G77 5RE We are a mixed bunch of local people all with different life stories. However, discovering the amazing acceptance of God through faith in Jesus Christ is what draws us together and enlivens all we do here! Our worship is "reverently informal", "contemporary and traditional". However, as God addresses us, we find we want to respond in praise and prayer, in daily life. Though part of The Church of Scotland, we come from all denominations and none - we would love to welcome you! You'll find us at the rear of Mearns Castle High School. There are lots of activities within our buildings, and Sunday services are 10.30am weekly and 7.00pm fortnightly. T: 0141 639 5169 |
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The Community Magazine Glasgow South 24-28 James Street, Helensburgh, G84 8UH Your Local Community Magazine keeps you up to date with good news stories, essential information and is packed full of what's on listings for the area. With the largest print circulation in the area of over 19,000 copies per month, it has become the magazine of choice for local businesses to advertise in. We pride ourselves on being at the heart of our community and the businesses who advertise give a free voice to all the different individuals, groups and clubs throughout the region. "Local business supporting our community, our community supporting local business". T: 0141 433 8140 |
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Lion Leaflets - Established in 2010, Lion Leaflets have provided a full Leaflet Distribution, Design and Print service. With over 8 years' experience we have the local knowledge and know-how to follow through on our promises. Every month we continue to deliver to tens of thousands Glasgow and South Lanarkshire addresses. The Southsider Magazine is our local advertising magazine delivered every month to 10,000 prime Southside addresses. T: 0141 278 3622 |
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St Andrew's, Barrhead Main Street, Barrhead St Andrew's, Barrhead is part of the Church of Scotland. It was formed in 2013 through the union of two congregations, Arthurlie and South and Levern, which have served the Barrhead area for over two centuries. At St Andrew's you will find a warm welcome and joyful worship. We have three services each week: Sunday, 9.30am and 11.00am, and Wednesday at 10.45 am. Our worship is a mixture of traditional and modern employing multi-media and a praise band as well as a choir and organ. There is also a Junior Church at 10.45am for young people and a creche at 11.00am. There is a variety of healthy, well-attended organisations within St Andrew's: Scouts, Guides, Boys Brigade, Guild; and our buildings are also used by community groups such as child-minders, martial arts club, Fatburners, Baby Sensory class etc. We also have a regular Sunday morning prayer meeting, housegroups at various times throughout the week, special women's events are held a couple of times in the year, and discipleship/bible study courses are run regularly. |
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East Renfrewshire Domestic Abuse Project 56 Kelburn Street, Barrhead G78 1LR East Renfrewshire Domestic Abuse Project is a domestic abuse project which is being hosted by Women's Aid South Lanarkshire, serving the communities across East Renfrewshire. We aim to support and empower women, children and young people who are experiencing, or have experienced domestic abuse. We provide a range of needs led services including Refuge accommodation, support and information, which ensures improved outcomes. T: 0141 404 0015 |
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Glenburn Road, Paisley, PA2 8PN The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a worldwide Christian church with over 15 million members. The Church was established in Scotland in 1840 with its first Branch in Paisley. Today the Church has congregations throughout Scotland including Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles, and from Thurso in the north to Stranraer and Dumfries in the south. The Church is sometimes referred to as the "Mormon Church" because of the Book of Mormon - one of the books of scriptures used by members as well as the Holy Bible. Mormon was one of the ancient prophets. The Church has been meeting in its current location in Glenburn Road, Paisley PA2 8PN since 1964. It has a consolidated Sunday schedule, meaning that church meetings begin at 10am each Sunday and conclude at 1pm. There are three elements to Sunday meetings (a) separate gospel instruction classes for men, women, youth and children (b) Sunday school classes for adults, youth, children and those wishing to learn more about the Church, and (c) a family worship meeting during which sacrament is administered. Ecclesiastical leader is currently Bishop Douglas A. Yates. Visitors are encouraged and made very welcome. T: 0141 884 2780 |
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WEC - Woodfarm Education Centre 1 Burns Grove, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7HF The Woodfarm Educational Trust (W.E.T.) is a registered Scottish charitable company based in East Renfrewshire. The Trust manages the Woodfarm Education Centre (former Woodfarm Sports Centre, 1 Burns Grove, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7HF), which is the first facility serving the educational, religious, cultural and social needs of East Renfrewshire's Muslim community in its 40+ year history. The objects of the W.E.C. are two-fold: to advance education, culture, heritage and religion for the public benefit among the residents of East Renfrewshire, particularly the Minority Ethnic Muslim Community; to promote religious and racial harmony for the public benefit among the residents of East Renfrewshire. T: 07807 673119 |
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Barrhead High School Barrhead High School, Aurs Road, Barrhead, G78 2SJ As a school, we encourage our pupils to be aware of the needs of people both "at home and away", and to play a personal part in contributing to meeting the needs of both groups. To help that focus, we will often split funds raised between a charity or project which targets people in other areas or countries less fortunate than themselves and a charity that provides for the needs of people within our own community. East Renfrewshire Good Causes provides an appropriate vehicle for that as we know the money raised for them will end up helping the folk in need around us and we have been happy to contribute to their work. T: 0141 577 2100 W: www.barrhead.e-renfrew.sch.ukE: schoolmail@barrhead.e-renfrew.sch.uk |
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Care & Repair India of Inchinnan, Greenock Road, Inchinnan PA4 9LH Care & Repair provides free and confidential advice and practical assistance to people who are older or have disabilities and live in Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire and Inverclyde. The aim is to enable repairs and adaptations to be carried out to allow our clients to maintain their independence and remain in their own homes comfortably, safely and securely. We provide a range of services including carrying out small repairs and handyperson jobs, managing disabled adaptations, providing advice and making referrals to reputable contractors. We are funded by Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire and Inverclyde Councils and managed by Bridgewater Housing Association. T: 0141 812 4111 W: www.carerepairrenfrewshire.org.ukE: enquiries.carerepair@bridgewaterha.org.uk |
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Self-Directed Support Forum The Gate House, Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock G46 6UG Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire is for anyone thinking about directing their own support or that of someone they care for, or who is already directing their own social care package. Formed in 2011 by a small collective of service users and carers, with funding from the Scottish Government, it's a friendly, informed place to turn to ask others' advice, share experiences and feel supported. We all direct our own support package or the support of the person we care for and can help you with everything from the need-to-know to the good-to-know. Not only that, but because we have a mix of care and support needs, there's every chance of you being able to speak to someone whose circumstances are similar to your own. T: 0141 638 2525 W: www.sdsforumer.orgE: Admin@sdsforumer.org |
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Sounds International Sounds International is a community singing group made up of around 100 people of all ages and walks of life, who share a joy in singing. Founded in 2003 by professional vocal coach Eddie Binnie, Sounds International has won widespread respect for its ethos of promoting a closer understanding between people of all beliefs, nationalities and cultures through the unifying effect of music. concerts are undertaken throughout the year to help raise funds for community groups and charities, particularly those that do not receive statutory funding. Tuesday night is choir night, from 7.30 to 9.30pm in Stamperland Parish Church in Clarkston. |
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Glasgow's Spirit of Christmas Imagine waking up as a child on Christmas Day to no toys, gifts or a hot meal. Every child deserves gifts on Christmas Day no matter what their circumstances are. Now imagine that your generosity has turned that sad face into a bright happy excited child on Christmas morning. Giving is the true spirit of Christmas! Can you donate just one gift? Glasgow's Spirit of Chritmas children's gift appeal was created to support children living in poverty and hardship in and around Glasgow and launched at the end of October 2014. We would love to see a group in every region because the sad reality is that 1 in 5 children (210,000) right here in Scotland lives in poverty and that figure is set to rise over the coming years with a massive increase forecasted in child poverty by 2020. We want to make sure every child is included at Christmas and has a wonderful magical experience, even if for now..it's to light up one life for just one special day! You and your family can become a secret Santa to a local child in need this festive season. Join us on Facebook! |
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Scripture Union Scotland 70 Milton Street, Glasgow, G4 0HR Scripture Union (SU) Scotland work in East Renfrewshire in a number of ways. Volunteers run SU groups in schools across the region allowing pupils from to explore the Bible in a fun, relevant and appropriate ways. Within the curriculum they resource and support schools as they seek to implement their RME and Religious Observance requirement. Children and young people from East Ren attend the very popular SU residential events (weekends and weeks at Easter and Summer). T: 0141 332 1162 W: www.suscotland.org.uk/martinspageE: martin.boyd@suscotland.org.uk |
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Cartsbridge Evangelical Church Cartsbridge Evangelical Church, Cartsbridge Road, Busby, East Renfrewshire, G76 8DP Cartsbridge Evangelical Church is an active, vibrant church based in Busby. We seek to live out our Christian beliefs in service to God and the community. Our main service takes place every Sunday at 11:30am, and throughout the week we have a varied programme of activities including toddlers and lunch clubs. Please see website for more details. All welcome. |
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Give a Dog a Bone In November 2013, Parishioner Louise Russell set up a registered charity to support the over 60s to afford a rescue pet companion. Her mission was to support individuals through loneliness, and animals through homelessness, by bringing the two groups together. It seemed like a simple solution to her, to two of societies prevailing problems - loneliness in our ageing years and the rising number of animals in shelter. If money is a genuine barrier to rehoming an animal, the charity can pay the rehoming fee and continue to support on a monthly basis, if need be, with the cost of pet food. To date, the charity has been extremely successful and has helped 80+ animals and individuals to have a brighter future! Through the charity, Louise has supported many people in various ways, including finding volunteer dog walkers for individuals who were too ill to walk them, emergency foster care for animals whose owners were taking into hospital and new homes for animals who owners had died or were suffering from terminal illness and were worried about their pet companion. T: 07969 742858 |
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Sell and Swap Clarkston Sell and Swap Clarkston is a local Facebook group that gives people a free platform to sell their unwanted items. There are some great bargains to be had. We have around 7500 members and it is a great community page that also helps promote local businesses. |
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Mearns Primary School Mearns Primary School, Hunter Drive, Newton Mearns, G77 6DP We are a large primary school who actively encourage pupils to work in partnership with the community. We feel it essential to take a positive role in supporting charities and projects in our local area and East Renfrewshire Good Causes provides a mechanism for doing this. Mearns Primary School often split funds raised in order to support projects in other countries as well as those in our surrounding area. We are happy to support and contribute to the work of ERGC as it is encouraging to see the difference this help can make to so many deserving causes. T: 0141 570 7220 |
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East Renfrewshire Local Area Co-ordination Team Local Area Co-ordination Team, c/o Thornliebank Resource Centre, Robslee Drive, Thornliebank, G46 7BA Local Area Co-ordination is based on a vision of community where people with specific additional support needs and their families are valued as full and equal members. We work alongside children and adults with Autism or a learning disability and their families, building confidence, supporting them to achieve positive change in their lives. We also work alongside communities, groups and organisations, supporting them to become more welcoming and inclusive. T: 0141 620 0287 |
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Woodfarm High School Robslee Road, East Renfrewshire, G46 7HG Woodfarm High School is situated in the Thornliebank area of East Renfrewshire. It is a co-educational, non-denominational Integrated Community School, catering for pupils of all ability. An important aspect of the school's ethos is to educate and encourage pupils to take a keen and practical interest in people less fortunate than themselves. Over the years we have a proud record of charitable fundraising for causes both at home and abroad. On occasion we have asked East Renfrewshire Good Causes for support with the needs of individual pupils. We have also supported them in their worthy fundraising initiatives. Woodfarm High school is proud to be recognised as a supporter of East Renfrewshire Good Causes and wish your organisation well in its present and future good work. T: 0141 577 2600 |
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Williamwood High School Eaglesham Road, Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, G76 8RF Williamwood High School is a high achieving secondary school in the heart of East Renfrewshire. Our aim is to support all of our pupils to develop as individuals and enable them to be happy, safe and achieving their full potential. East Renfrewshire Good Causes is a local charity that can help us to do this and we are very proud to be recognised as one of its group partners. We will endeavour to support this charity through our fundraising events and we will continue to raise awareness of the good work that the charity does within our community. T: 0141 577 2500 |
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Newton Mearns Baptist Church 2 Greenfarm Road, Newton Mearns, G77 6FA Newton Mearns Baptist Church is a growing community of Christians committed to the Good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is a diverse and dynamic gathering of people who worship and work together to live out the message of Jesus. NMBC is also an active partner with agencies locally, nationally and globally. As an inclusive community NMBC offers many ways for people of all ages to participate in and engage with the message and meaning of Christianity. T: 0141 616 2362 |
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East Renfrewshire Early Years, Family First - Family First is a free, confidential advice and information resource in East Renfrewshire. Our aim is to provide support by working in partnership with families. We can assist and enable you to access local services professional and voluntary, ensuring the children get the best possible start in life. T: 07800 712388 |
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Community First Responder A Community First Responder is a member of the public who volunteers to help their community by responding to medical emergencies while the ambulance is on its way working in partnership with the Scottish Ambulance Service.
A Community First Responder is trained in a wide range of emergency skills, and use specialised equipment such as automatic external defibrillators and oxygen therapy. They are then able to provide an early intervention in situations such as a heart attack before the professional crew arrives. Neilston and Uplawmoor Community First Responders went live on January 2014 and have responded to 660 Emergency Calls. Area's we have responded in are: Neilston, Uplawmoor, Barrhead, Thornliebank, Paisley, Newton Mearns, Howwood, Johnstone, Linwood, Beith, Kilbirnie, Dalry, Stewarton, Dunlop, Lugton and many more places to name.
We have a team of 30, 20 are live responders and we are awaiting training for a further 10 which will mean we will have 30 live responders by the beginning of next year. We have 2 vehicles sponsored by Arnold Clark which allows us to have 4 Volunteers on shift at any one time and able to respond to two patients within our area's. We are completely self funded and have to fundraise regularly to remain operational & work alongside funders such as ER Good Causes, St John Scotland etc to allow us to generate funds to remain operational. We have Terrafix Smartphone technology which allows our responders to track on Ambulance Control System to show closest to any patients in need. It also allows the responder to get directed to the patients address without any delay. We are on Facebook - Search Neilston and Uplawmoor Community First Responders and on Twitter @NandUresponders.
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Eaglesham Parish Church Eaglesham Parish Church is a vibrant church which supports local initiatives as well as international charities. We hope that our new Carswell Centre in Montgomery Street, Eaglesham, will provide facilities for local groups, and we look forward to serving the community in this way. We have lots of activities taking place in our church buildings, please contact our church website, email the Church Office, or phone the Church Office to learn more.
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Maxwell Mearns Christian Support Fund - MMCSF The Maxwell Mearns Christian Support Fund is a fund which aims to provide small grants for the benefit of individuals and groups within, or serving, the residents of the Newton Mearns area. In following our Christian Faith, the MMCSF objectives are to "Love our Neighbour" as this is our way of honouring Jesus Christ our God.
Please download a grant form here, then once fully completed, please email it back to this email address.
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Neighbourhood Networks Pavilion 5A, Moorpark Court, 25 Dava Street, Glasgow G51 2JE We are a charity based in Glasgow which supports vulnerable adults many with learning disabilities, to live an independent life, safely, within their own homes and be fully involved within their local communities. We employ Community Living workers who live locally so there is early recognition when life is becoming difficult for our members and crisis can be avoided. The outcomes for our members are a better quality of life, they are safer, stronger, and able to live independently and they themselves are sharing these new skills with other vulnerable adults. Together, we hope to inspire people, create a feeling of acceptance and belonging, a sense of neighbourly involvement and to re energise neighbourly connections.
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RAMH Recovery Across Mental Health 41 Blackstoun Road, Paisley PA3 1LU RAMH promotes recovery from mental ill health, and empowers people to build independent, fulfilled lives. We do this in 6 ways: by providing immediate support in crisis situations; by supporting people in their own homes with individualised care and practical support; by providing counselling and social, therapeutic, creative and educational groups; by promoting self management and empowering individuals to achieve their potential; by supporting carers, family and friends through education and information; by raising awareness to break down the barriers, inequalities and stigma around mental health. Our values are: RAMH believes that people have the potential to recover from mental ill health; RAMH uses the ideals of recovery and support to reinforce hope, respect and equality; RAMH recognises individuals' strengths and empowers individuals to find solutions and to create meaningful lives.
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Broom Parish Church Broom Church is a congregation at the heart of our community. We are welcoming to all who use our premises. The following are groups of all ages who meet regularly at Broom - Sunbeams, Brownies, Guides, Guild, Little Kicks, Zumbaholics, Broom Nursery, Dance Exercise, JAM Dance, Fuse-Fit, Broom Card Craft, Mearns & Whitecraigs Flower Club, Pilates, Parent and Toddlers, Stagecoach, Universal Pentecostal Church. In addition to these the halls are used for Birthday Parties, Family Functions and community functions. Our Service is at 10am each Sunday and is all age inclusive with traditional and contemporary worship. In addition we have our Wednesday Break at 10.30am each week. We would like to welcome you, whoever you are and wherever you come from. Please look out for our new Church Website coming soon and please do feel free to contact us. Our Minister is Revd James Boag, BD,CertMin.
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Education Improvement and Support Unit The focus of Activity Agreements is to support those vulnerable young people who have left, or are leaving, school and have been assessed as requiring first step engagement and intensive support in order to progress toward and into further learning, training or employment. It is a formal agreement either signed or verbal between a young person and an advisor that the young person will take part in a programme of learning and activity (once they have left school) which helps them to become ready for formal learning or employment. View a 3 minute video on East Renfrewshire Activity Agreements.
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Glasgow Gladiators Powerchair FC Glasgow Gladiators Powerchair FC provides a fast paced team sport for people of all ages in the Glasgow area who use a powered wheelchair. The club ensure participation by all players, no matter of their ability, with everyone getting fair and equal game time in Scottish Powerchair Football League matches. |
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MND Scotland 2nd Floor, City View, 6 Eagle Street, Glasgow G4 9XA MND Scotland is the only Scottish charity providing care and support to people affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND), as well as funding research into finding a cure. To find out more about how we can help you, or how you can support us, please visit our website below or email info@mndscotland.org.uk
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Barrhead Housing Association 60 - 70 Main Street, Barrhead, Glasgow, East Renfrewshire, G78 1SB Barrhead Housing Association is a key provider of social rented housing in East Renfrewshire. Founded in 1986, we are a community based and community led housing association providing housing throughout East Renfrewshire and operating mainly in Barrhead, Neilston, Thornliebank and Newton Mearns. We were registered as a Scottish charity in 2004 (Reg No. SC 036265). T: 0141 881 0638 |
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Housing Services Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock, G46 6UG East Renfrewshire Council, Housing Services is the largest provider of socially rented housing within the area, offering not only homes but a variety of services to those looking for housing related support and advice. If you would like to find out more about our services, please visit our website below. T: 0141 577 3001 |
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Scottish Welfare Fund Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock, G46 6UG The Scottish Welfare Fund is a service provided by councils from 1 April 2013. It replaced the discretionary Social Fund provided by the Department for Works and Pensions. The Scottish Welfare Fund will offer 2 grants. Crisis Grants can help pay for the things someone needs to prevent harm to their or their family's health or safety because of a disaster or emergency such as fire or flood, losing money, your normal benefit payments are delayed or have stopped, or being sanctioned by the DWP. Applications can be made for living expenses and essential items such as food, heating costs, nappies, toiletries, and emergency travel such as visiting a sick child in hospital. A decision on a Crisis Grant will be made no later than the end of the next working day. Community Care Grants can be made for basic essential items such as furniture, household goods, travel costs, white goods, removal expenses, storage charges, connection charges for gas and electricity. A decision on a Community Care Grant will be made within 15 working days. Community Care Grants can help people in the following circumstances: you are coming out of care or long term hospital; you have been homeless; you have just been released from prison; it can also help families and individuals facing exceptional pressure. T: 0141 577 3001 |
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East Renfrewshire Conservative Association 69 Ayr Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow G77 6SP East Renfrewshire Conservative Association has been proud to represent local Scottish Conservatives for many decades and with the uncertain political terrain that surrounds 'Brexit', seldom has it's local presence been of greater importance. Promoting the strengths and values of the Union throughout the area, we continue to do all we can to promote Scottish Conservative and Unionist representation in Westminster, maintain our constituency representation at Holyrood and increase our influence at Council Headquarters in Eastwood Park. Our ever-growing membership welcome all of like minds and all ages to the various campaigning and fundraising events - from Action Days, Bridge Afternoons to Quiz Nights - that take place throughout the year. T: 0141 639 2686 |
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East Renfrewshire Labour 1 Spiersbridge Way, Thornliebank, G46 8NG East Renfrewshire Labour are proud to work in partnership with local people and organisations. They are the bedrock of our local communities. We, as a Party, believe that by the strength of our common endeavour we achieve more than we can alone. It is for that reason that we are proud to support the vital work of ERGoodCauses and look forward to working in partnership with them as we look towards our joint future. T: - |
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SNP - East Renfrewshire SNP, representing branches in Eastwood, and Barrhead, Neilston and Uplawmoor, is an energetic, community focussed group of people, working hard to make our local area the best it can be. Many of our members are local activists and volunteers, who work with those in need or to support organisations who make a difference to the lives of others. East Renfrewshire Good Causes do amazing work, focussing on individuals within our East Renfrewshire communities who are facing difficulty, and helping them with practical support and solutions. Russell and Yvonne are fantastic ambassadors for ERGC, as well as for our local area, demonstrating the brilliant community spirit which makes East Renfrewshire such a positive and welcoming place to live. We are delighted to support their work. T: 0141 648 8822 |
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Saint Ninian's High School Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock, East Renfrewshire, G46 6UG Saint Ninian's High School, opened in 1984, is a six-year co-educational Catholic school. The school serves the communities of Clarkston, Giffnock, Newton Mearns, Eaglesham and Busby in East Renfrewshire. We are very proud of our academic success, the high standard of pastoral care we offer our young people and the wide range of extra curricular activities offered to our pupils. We aim to create a learning culture in which we promote the all-round education of pupils, developing articulate young people who are confident in their own ability, have high aspirations, and where young people learn to be leaders for life based on the values, experiences and education promoted in our school. Through the breadth and depth of the education we offer, our young people are stretched intellectually, artistically, aesthetically, physically, musically and spiritually. The work of East Renfrewshire Good Causes very much contributes to our work and we are proud to be recognised as one of its partners. T: 0141 577 2000 |
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Community Transport East Renfrewshire SCIO 56 Kelburn Street, Barrhead, G78 1LR Arrange transport to hospital, GPs and clinics (GP referral necessary). Hire accessible vehicles to groups/organisations. Arrange outings. T: 0141 876 9572 |
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Generations Working Together Brunswick House, 51 Wilson Street, Glasgow G1 1UZ What we do? Generations Working Together provides information, delivers support and encourages involvement to benefit all of Scotland's generations, by working, learning, volunteering and living together. Vision - that all generations in Scotland will work together to create a better and fairer country for all. T: 0141 559 5024 |
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Kirkhill Primary School Kirkhill Road, Newton Mearns, G77 5RJ We are a large, non-denominational primary school situated in the Newton Mearns area of East Renfrewshire. At Kirkhill we are very proud of the close links we have fostered within our community. Led by our hardworking pupil groups, all of our children and staff are encouraged to take an active role in supporting local charities and projects in our area, as well as those further afield. We are proud to link with East Renfrewshire Good Causes, happy to support and contribute to its work and fundraising initiatives. T: 0141 570 7200 |
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Articulate Cultural Trust 20 Eastwoodmains Road, Glasgow, G46 6QF Project and Service Summary - at April 2017. Our projects are designed around principles of access, engagement and participation in the arts and creative processes. They are specifically to benefit marginalised young people including those who are care experienced, young carers, those at risk, who are disabled or ethnically diverse. Indeed, those children who are least likely to access the arts but have most to gain from doing so. T: 0141 416 4105 |
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Giffnock Community Council - Giffnock Community Council seeks to act as a focus group for the local community. Our aim is to reach out to the community, listen and bring about improvements. This can mean lobbying East Renfrewshire Council on local issues of concern, but also fund raising for projects that will bring benefits to the community. T: - |
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Include Me 2 Club c/o 24 McKelvie Crescent, Barrhead, Glasgow, G78 1LY The Include Me 2 Club is a fantastic social club for adults of all ages and different forms of disability, to meet on a regulaqr basis in a social setting. To find out more, please see the contact details below. T: 07525 208 738 |
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Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland - Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland (the Foundation) exists to make a difference to the lives of people in Scotland, and beyond. We work closely with other charities, communities and policy makers to encourage positive change, opportunity, fairness and growth of aspirations. Our place-based programme is connecting with areas independent funders have not traditionally reached, where communities want to lead change. This programme has just begun in Dunterlie, Barrhead. To find out more about our place-based programme in East Renfrewshire contact Laura at Dunterlie Resource Centre. T: 07867 500751 |
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ENABLE Trustee Service Limited INSPIRE House, 3 Renshaw Place, Eurocentral, Lanarkshire ML1 4UF Established in 1993, ENABLE Trustee Service, part of the ENABLE Scotland family, was set up in response to concerns of parents and carers about leaving an inheritance to their child with a learning disability. ENABLE Trustee Service works alongside other trustees who are often family members to look after the trust, but as corporate trustee is responsible for dealing with the investment and tax aspects of trust management. There is a common assumption that you must have significant amounts of money to put into a trust, however this is not the case. Many of our trusts are set up with the receipt of a parent's estate and this is often is the value of a standard house, car or modest savings account. If setting up a trust is something you believe will be beneficial to someone you know, please get in touch. T: 0300 0200 101 |
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Eastwood High School Capelrig Road, Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire, G77 6NQ Eastwood High School is a non-denominational school within East Renfrewshire. Our main priority is to provide a high quality educational experience for young people. We seek to achieve this through working in partnership with parents. Eastwood High School values high academic standards and one of the key functions as a school is to ensure that everyone within the school community achieves their full potential. In addition to being encouraged to achieve the highest standards in academic studies Eastwood High School pupils also have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of extra – curricular activities encompassing sports, clubs, recreational activities and fund raising. We have a proud history of supporting national and local community charities over the years and we will endeavour to support and raise awareness of East Renfrewshire Good Causes and the positive impact they have on our local community. T: 0141 577 2200 |
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Hazeldene Family Centre 9 Rosemount Avenue, Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire, G77 5TN Hazeldene Family Centre is a Local Authority Early Learning and Childcare setting, for 3-5 year olds in East Renfrewshire. Hazeldene Family Centre is a nurturing and inclusive family environment, where children, parents and staff learn and grow together to achieve the best outcomes. We provide a service to children and families 50 weeks per year. We are proud of our links with East Renfrewshire Good Causes and strive to raise awareness of the amazing support the charity has provided for our children and families. T: 0141 570 7530 |
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Cathcart Baptist Church 96 Merrylee Road, Glasgow G43 2RA We are a church committed to seeing the flourishing of lives in and around us, with ways to share creatively in our common good here across the southside of Glasgow, as part of our witness to Jesus. Want to grow in faith, and use your gifts and skills for others? We would love to work together with you, finding new ways of being church together and following Jesus for the sake of others. T: - |
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145th Glasgow Scout Group - The 145th has been in existence since 1942 and is proud to offer the Scouting experience to young people from the ages 6 to 18. T: - |
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All About Barrhead - All About Barrhead is made up of almost 150 Barrhead town-centre businesses, who aim to bring a sense of community back to the town through a series of business-led projects and events. They launched the first ever Christmas Lights Switch on in the town in 2016, which brought almost 5,000 people out to enjoy the firework display and have since launched the Barrhead Rainbow Run during the summer months, and the hugely popular Barrhead Hallowe'en Parade. Having launched in September 2016 they have already made a huge difference to the area. T: - |
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I Love Clarkston - The 'I Love Clarkston' Business Improvement District (BID) is made up of some over 130 businesses in the town, promoting Clarkston as a positive place to visit, shop, live, work and socialise. They host some of the biggest events in the area, with their annual Christmas Lights Switch On being a particular highlight! The BID is in it's second five-year term, returning a 'YES' ballot in both 2010 and 2015. T: - |
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Fares4Free - Fares4Free (F4F) is a free to use personal taxi service that assists Armed Services Veterans and their dependants, who have been referred to the service by specialist support organisations as being in need of assistance. F4F can help with a range of issues including health, hardship and loneliness and isolation. T: 07708 299 399 |
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I Am Me - I Am Me is a community charity that works in partnership with Police Scotland to raise awareness of and tackle disability hate crime. There are two key initiatives; I Am Me and Keep Safe. I Am Me works with communities, schools, disability groups and organisations to raise awareness of what disability hate crime is and how incidents can affect both individuals and the wider community. Keep Safe works in partnership with Police Scotland and a network of local businesses to create 'Keep Safe' places for disabled, vulnerable, and elderly people when out and about in the community. People can access these premises to seek assistance and help if they feel lost, confused, scared, in danger, or have been the victim of a crime. Keep Safe cards are available and detail information about any health conditions, communication requirements and who to contact in the event of an emergency. A free Keep Safe Scotland phone app maps out all Keep Safe places in Scotland. T: 0141 618 6266 |
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Visibility 2 Queens Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW Visibility works across all ages, with adults and children who are blind or partially sighted and live in the west of Scotland. Visibility runs a wide range of services which are available to people with a visual impairment, their families, carers and other professionals. T: 0141 332 4632 |
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RCA Trust 8 Incle Street, Paisley, PA1 1HP RCA Trust is an independent voluntary sector organisation that was established in 1978. The main objective of the organisation is to seek to limit the effects of alcohol, gambling and other problematic behaviours on the individual, their families and the wider community as a whole by providing a range of services and interventions designed to support the individual and their concerned significant others. T: 0141 887 0880 |
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St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Parish Community 2 Eaglesham Road, Clarkston, G76 7BT The Parish of St Joseph's, Clarkston serves an area including Busby, Clarkston, Netherlee, Muirend, Parts of Giffnock, Carmunock, Williamwood, Waterfootand Thorntonhall. Please visit our website for details of our services throughout the week. T: 0141 644 2640 |
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Broom Church Christian Support Fund - BCCSF - The Broom Church Christian Support Fund is a fund which aims to provide small grants for the benefit of individuals and groups within, or serving, the residents of the Newton Mearns area. In following our Christian Faith, the MMCSF objectives are to "Love our Neighbour" as this is our way of honouring Jesus Christ our God. Please download a grant form here, then once fully completed, please email it back to this email address. T: 0141 639 3528 |
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Warrior Explorer Scout Unit 121st Glasgow Scout Hall, Aidans Brae, Clarkston, Glasgow, G76 7EP Warrior Explorer Scout Unit offers fun, challenge and adventure to young people aged 14 - 18 years across East Renfrewshire in the form of a weekly programme of activities, camps, expeditions and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme. Together with this, it works with community individuals and organisations in fulfilling the Scout Promise to help other people with fundraising activities and other beneficial activities. T: - |
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Giffnock Orchardhill Parish Church 12 Church Road , Giffnock , Glasgow G46 6JR Many people from within our parish and surrounding areas have found their experience of the faith community at Orchardhill one that gives them a different way to cope with life; gives them a stimulating perspective on Christianity in the 21st Century. New members, seekers, explorers, questioners and doubters are always welcome and we are willing to help you affirm "your Orchardhill" as your spiritual home and to work towards understanding our faith. If you would like to know more or talk to someone about becoming a member, please contact our Minister Grant Barclay, Minister@Orchardhill.org.uk or drop us a line through the Church Office, secretary@orchardhill.org.uk. T: 0141 638 3604 |
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Mearns Kirk - Our vision is to be a church with a heart for our community and to place ourselves at its heart. This is making itself known in lots of ways through our charity, Mearns Kirk Helping Hands. At present we offer bereavement support, care for folks with dementia and various other ways of being there for people, seeking to meet the needs they have. It is our hope to grow our work as we continue to respond to other perceived needs which we feel that we can help to address. Mearns Kirk Church itself offers ways of exploring Faith in our time and help to discover the reality of God in our daily living. For any information about anything that we are doing please contact the Minister, Joe Kavanagh. T: 0141 384 2218 |
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Driving Miss Daisy - Driving Miss Daisy® offers a reliable driving and companion service for anyone who is unable to use public transport or taxis but wishes to remain independent. Each Daisy car, easily recognisable with the brand's Daisy symbol, is adapted to accommodate wheelchairs and all Driving Miss Daisy® Companion Drivers in East Renfrewshire are first-aid qualified, private hire licensed, trained in moving and handling people, sighted guides and are also Dementia Friends. Driving Miss Daisy® connects people with other people and places and the service is provided on a pre-booked and pre quoted basis only. Please have a look on our Facebook page FB: www.facebook.com/DrivingMissDaisyGlasgowSouth/ T: 0141 404 7494 |
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Netherlee Parish Church 130 Ormonde Avenue, Netherlee, Glasgow G44 3SL The Common Good Fund of Netherlee Parish Church has been established to provide financial assistance to those individuals in the communities of Netherlee ans Stamperland, Glasgow and East Renfrewshire areas thought worthy of support. Applications can be made to the church at anytime directly, please send requests to office@netherleechurch.org or by referrals made via info@ergoodcauses.co.uk. All referrals are treated in strictest confidence. Funds are available to individuals, educational establishments, childrens' charities, the elderly and Scottish branches of chosen charities and may also supplement donations form other Churches of Scotland especially groups raising funds for the same charity. T: 0141 637 2503 |
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Auldhouse Community Church 51 Netherauldhouse Road, Glasgow G43 2XG Auldhouse Community Church is an independent community focused church based in the Pollokshaws/Newlands are of the Southside of Glasgow. Among it’s various community activities it runs a weekly Foodbank and Lunch drop-in on a Thursday from 11:30am to 2pm. Last year it provided emergency food parcels to over 700 families or individuals on the Southside of Glasgow. T: 0141 637 6077 |
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Money Advice and Rights Team - East Renfrewshire Council's Money Advice and Rights Team (MART) are a team of highly specialised advisers who can assist you with all aspects of your financial wellbeing. We offer support from Income Maximisation Officers who will carry out a benefit check to ensure you are getting all that you are entitled to and assistance you with your forms. If your claim is unsuccessful our Welfare Rights Officers can help you appeal and will take your case to a Tribunal. Our Money Advisers can help you reduce your debt by liaising with creditors and discuss statutory debt reductions schemes with you. Our Support and Financial Wellbeing can help you to apply to the Scottish Welfare Fund, for charity applications and can offer support for Universal Credit. Our Veterans support officer will ensure that anyone who has served in the armed forces has access to a wide range of services. T: 0141 577 8420 |
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Crookfur Cottage Homes - Crookfur Cottage Homes is a supported living retirement estate in Newton Mearns, set in landscaped gardens. Housing benefits tenants welcome. Crookfur Cottage Homes is part of a retail trust and the estate is open to people who have working in retail or an associated industry, for example manufacturing or supplying to retail and shop fitting. For further information or to arrange a viewing, telephone 0141 639 4343. T: 0141 639 4343 |
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Renfrewshire helping those in need - In September 2018 myself and my wife set up a non profit voluntary organisation collecting donations of clothing, toys, and necessity items for adults and children within Renfrewshire and the surrounding areas. The idea came about as when I was growing up my mum worked as a social worker so her daily life was filled with helping people who needed it and after her passing in 2016, I decided I would honour her memory by helping families just like she did. We are named Renfrewshire Helping those in need. Our aim is to have no family going through the worry or stress of not having the basic necessities to live. The summer holidays are now upon us and so is for many parents, the dreaded rush to buy school uniforms and face the ever inflating high prices. We are asking the parent and carers of school children to donate their child’s uniforms that are still in a good condition to then give to families who are unable to or struggle to afford this basic right. An estimate of £140 million worth of used clothing including school uniforms goes to landfill in the UK each year according to the WRAP report and I myself faced poverty within my family as a child and know the struggles of affording new uniforms. We accept the following items in a good reusable condition; School uniforms including ties, blazers and P.E. kits, School bags, packed lunch boxes, shoes and stationery. We rely on kind hearted and compassionate peoples donations from our community to make our goals a reality. Please consider donating to our cause. T: 07597 354385 |
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Busby Parish Church Church Road, Busby G76 8EB We are a friendly, welcoming and community-oriented congregation. Gathering each Sunday morning at 11 o'clock for worship, with our Choir and Sunday Club, we seek throughout the whole of the rest of the week to be there for people locally whatever their spiritual needs. Our halls are well used from one Monday to the next by Church organisations such as Guides, Brownies, our Drama Group and Guild, and on a Wednesday morning there is a Drop-In Group open to all. We’ve strong links with Busby Primary School, and our Church-lets range from Insanity Workout classes to Quilt-making; something for everyone! Also, at certain times of the year – do check for details on our website – there are shows and concerts, barbeques in the Church garden, and each year we get involved in the Keep Scotland Beautiful Spring Clean Campaign. T: 0141 644 3670 |
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Sight Scotland Veterans - Sight Scotland Veterans (formerly known as Scottish War Blinded) supports veterans who have a visual impairment which affects their daily living, for example excluding them from driving. We provide an outreach service offering support, advice, equipment and signposting. The SSV member has a named worker for life and can contact them anytime. We have a specially built activity centre in Paisley where members can meet other veterans who have a visual impairment and engage in activities such as woodwork, archery, music, art or cooking, to name just a few. Each member is also offered opportunities for social interaction and a financial gift at Christmas time. T: 0131 229 1456 |
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Hourglass Scotland Community Hub PO Box 29244, Dunfermline, KY12 2EG Hourglass Scotland (formerly Action on Elder Abuse) is the only charity in Scotland, part of a broader UK-wide charity, dedicated to calling time on the harm, abuse and exploitation of older people. We support older people experiencing (or at risk of) harm, abuse or exploitation, and work towards safer ageing and a fairer society for all older people. T: 0808 808 8141 |
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BikeRegister - BikeRegister is the UK's National Cycle Database with nearly a million bikes registered, either through our free registration service or using one of our security marking kits. Its aim is to reduce cycle theft across the country and enable owners to be reunited with their bikes if they are stolen and recovered. Every Police force in the UK use BikeRegister to search for bikes they recover or stop on the streets to see if they are reported stolen, and this information is available to them 24/7. T: 01689 860757 |
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Silk Elephant - Our vision is to create a powerful movement with connected and passionate people who promote, give, and share simple acts of loving-kindness to relieve those in need, by reason of ill-health, bereavement, disability, financial hardship, or other life-challenging disadvantages. As we continue to face COVID19, our community will be making a difference. We believe it's the small simple things that we do that often make a difference. T: - |
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Greenbank Parish Church Eaglesham Road, Clarkston, G76 7DJ Greenbank Parish Church is situated at the heart of Clarkston; a lively community which we strive to serve. In addition to our Sunday worship services taking place at 10.30am, we offer many activities for all ages which take place in our church halls throughout the year. Please learn more about what is on offer in our church, by contacting the church office or by visiting our website. Greenbank supports several local and international charities both practically and financially and would value new volunteers who want to give back to their community or to those in need further afield. T: 0141 644 1841 |
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Mearns Kirk Helping Hands Mearns Kirk Halls, 404 Mearns Road, Newton Mearns G77 5BU A volunteer led charity established in 2016, Mearns Kirk Helping Hands aims to reduce loneliness and isolation and improve health and wellbeing by community helping itself. We offer: volunteering opporutnities; social activities; activities for people living with dementia (also giving respite to family members providing care); digital skills development groups; activities aimed at boosting mental and physical wellbeing; peer support groups for people experiencing grief and loss, and for people with a current or historic cancer diagnosis; one to one befriending support for older, isolated people. T: 07858 552 767 |
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Wellbeing Scotland 14 Bank Street, Alloa, FK10 1HP Wellbeing Scotland provide support to anyone of all ages whose wellbeing has been impacted by offering holistic services. We offer counselling, advocacy, befriending, groups, art therapy and campaigning. We offer training on adverse childhood experiences, working with trauma, working with suicide and self harm, wellbeing and self care, vicarious trauma and inner child. We have specialist services for trauma survivors and for people with mental health issues. We also work with children and young people in schools and in the community. T: 01324 630100 |
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The Community Hub - Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire, together with East Renfrewshire Council and Health and Social Care Partnership are operating a community hub phone line for local people and organisations from across East Renfrewshire looking for support, signposting and community information. Our Community Hub helpline act as a "one-stop shop" for local people who want to help out or those who cannot leave their house without friends, family or neighbours to help out and no means to organise their own essentials. Contact The Community Hub Monday to Friday, 10-3pm. If you are looking for information on local and national supports during COVID-19, visit We Care East Ren website for information, resources and the directory of supports. T: 0141 876 9555 |
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PACER - Parents and Carers of East Renfrewshire is a friendly, parent led, knowledgeable support network for any family in ERC who have a child with an ASN or extra support requirement. We meet up monthly to support, offer advice, resources, help and friendship; no matter your need or challenge. T: 07531 774951 |
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East Renfrewshire Foodbank Bank St Entrance (14 Lowndes Street) Barrhead G78 2QX East Renfrewshire Foodbank is a completely volunteer run service of local churches and community working together, providing emergency food parcels and support in times of crisis throughout East Renfrewshire. Since 2013 the Foodbank has given out over 250 tons of food, thousands of food parcels and provided multiple thousands of meals to families. Open Hours: Tues 12-2pm and Friday 2-4pm. T: 0141 881 8250 |
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Dance Inc Studios 1/3 East Kilbride Road, Busby G76 8JY We are a fun, non-competitive, confidence building dance school offering a variety of classes for girls and boys of all ages. We are on Facebook and Instagram @danceincstudios T: 07469 203 236 |
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Macmillan East Ren - Macmillan East Ren is a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support and East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure, providing gentle physical activity and information and support to anyone in East Renfrewshire affected by cancer. While we're unable to offer face-to-face provision during the pandemic, you can access both our services remotely. Our information and support volunteers provide a friendly listening ear for anyone affected by cancer via phone or Zoom, and our move more volunteers deliver a gentle movement class via Zoom every Thursday. We also have an online circuits class on Wednesdays evenings. T: 07867 441579 (Mon/Tues/Thurs) 07867 441486 (Wed/Fri); for enquiries on exercise/physical activity: 07867 441489 (Mon/Wed) |
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Home Energy Scotland 72 Charlotte Street, Glasgow G1 5DW Home Energy Scotland is funded by the Scottish Government to provide every household across Scotland with free impartial advice to help stay warm, make the best use of energy and save money on their bills. Our role is to support all those who engage with residents who might be struggling with their heating, energy bills, or want to try and make their home warmer and cosier to heat. We also work with organisations and communities to help reduce carbon emissions across East Renfrewshire. T: 07956 538 819 |
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation 20-23 Woodside Place, Glasgow, G3 7QL Asthma and Allergy Foundation aim to increase awareness and understanding of asthma and most importantly what to do if someone has an asthma attack. Asthma can be life threatening and we exist solely to offer advice, help and support to people fighting for breath as a result of asthma and also those supporting them. We run free workshops in schools for staff and children, businesses, nurseries, and other organisations to ensure nobody has to endure another asthma death. T: 0141 501 0539 |
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Home Energy Scotland - Home Energy Scotland, which is funded by Scottish Government to provide free impartial advice to help people stay warm, make the best use of energy and save money on their bills. Our role is to support all those who engage with residents who might be struggling with their heating, energy bills, or want to try and make their home warmer and cosier to heat. If you have anybody in this situation that could benefit from our services and advice, then please get in contact with the Partnership Team via email. T: 0808 808 2282 |
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Men's Breakfast Club Mearns Kirk Halls, 404 Mearns Road, Newton Mearns G77 5BU Join us for a hot breakfast roll and a cuppa every Friday morning from 10am to 11am. All welcome, suggested donation of £1 per session. For Blether and a Brew: join us for a cuppa, a cake and good company once a fortnight on Tuesday afternoons from 2pm to 3.30pm. All welcome, suggested donation of £1 per session. T: 07858 552 767 |
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Sight Scotland - Sight Scotland supports individuals with sight loss and the families, friends and carers of anyone with sight loss in Scotland. Our specialist team can provide information on specific sight loss conditions, benefits, equipment and financial support, and on maintaining independence. We can be a listening ear to share your worries with. We will also aim to let you know about where to get further help locally. You can contact us using our free, confidential Support Line. T: 0800 024 8973 |
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Citizens Advice Bureau, Older People's Project 216 Main Street, Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, G78 1SN The main aim of this project is to encourage older people within East Renfrewshire to claim benefits that they may be entitled to. Unfortunately, it is all too common for older people across East Renfrewshire to struggle with their finances. With rising utility bills and lower pensions, more and more people are forced into making sacrifices for the sake of their finances. The number of pensioners living below the poverty line in the UK is now over two million. However, there are some helpful benefits which are available for pensioners and older people. There are a range of social security payments, including Pension Credit, Council Tax Reduction, Attendance Allowance and Older Carers. As the older people's project adviser, I will be out within the community and will be the main point of contact for elderly people seeking financial help. I am currently offering drop-in sessions across East Renfrewshire, Mondays at the James McGuire (28th of August onwards 10-1), Wednesdays at the Market Place in The Avenue 1-3.30, Thursdays at Mearns/Giffnock libraries (alternating weekly 10-12). This is an exciting and rewarding new project which will hopefully make a huge difference to the elderly community within East Renfrewshire. Sarah McBride, Older People's Project Adviser. T: 0141 881 2032 |
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Work EastRen 14 Lowndes Street, Barrhead G78 2QX Work EastRen is East Renfrewshire Council's employability service. Work EastRen's primary goal is to help people aged 16 and over in East Renfrewshire to get ready for, find and get work. We aim to find you the education, training or employment you're most suited to. Through 1-to-1 support we'll ensure you're job ready, confident and prepared for the world of work. Whether you're unemployed, just out of school or looking for a new challenge we're here to help. We offer vocational training programmes aimed at improving your job chances. These range from one-off workshops to longer, more intensive accredited courses. You'll be assigned a Client Adviser who can help with CVs, interview skills, training and a wide range of additional support. In-work support will also be provided to ensure that you're happy and comfortable in your new job. We also provide a wide range of support and services to local employers. We've dedicated staff whose aim is to help new and existing businesses grow through a coordinated package of support and advice. T: 0141 577 8438 |
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National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire Branch - The NAS East Renfrewshire branch, is the first autism specific support group in East Renfrewshire. Our branch is volunteer led and our primary goal is supporting and empowering autistic individuals and their families within our local community by offering a range of events, activities and meet-ups. T: - |
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Central and West Integration Network Garnethill Multicultural Centre, 21 Rose Street, Glasgow G3 6RE The Central and West Integration Network is a Scottish charity based in the centre and west end of Glasgow that supports asylum seekers, refugees, migrant workers and black and minority ethnic people to access resources that improve their standard of living. We are a vibrant community organisation that promotes food security, participation and integration. T: 0141 573 0978 |
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Barrhead Mellow Velo - The cycle workshop (Barrhead Mellow Velo) is a training facility for adults with learning disabilities and as such, we may take a little more time to carry out your repairs or maintenance and we hope you appreciate this. The workshop is not profit or turnover based and this is reflected in our prices. All work is carried out to a high standard, being overseen and checked by a member of trained staff. All customers are made to feel very welcome and we are pleased to offer you any advice or guidance within our knowledge. We have a number of refurbished cycles for sale at very competitive prices – great for starters and returners to cycling who don’t want to spend too much. We also accept donations of bikes that we will repair and resell. Another service on offer by the workshop is the hire of smoothie bikes for events. These are fun way to promote healthy options. Opening hours, Barrhead Centre Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10am - 3pm and Friday 10am - 2pm. Telephone 0141 577 8506. Thursdays, Thornliebank Resource centre 10am - 3pm. Telephone 0141 577 4535. T: see above |
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Guide Dogs - Lend a hand, change a life - at Guide Dogs our volunteers can change the lives of our service users, from helping raise Guide Dogs to guiding people living with visual impairments around their local community. T: see website |
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Mearns Football Academy - Mearns Football Academy is a grassroots football club that currently runs football for children born between 2013 and 2018. We train during the week at Mearns primary school and we have a number of teams playing matches in the ERSDA league on Saturdays. Everyone involved at the club from the committee to the coaches are all volunteers whose main aim is to get as many children as possible playing and enjoying football. T: - |
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SPACE (Supporting Parents and Children East Renfrewshire) 216 Main Street, Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, G78 1SN Caring for a child or young person with additional needs can be overwhelming. We're here to help. Our experienced advisor offers support with benefits including Disability payments and Carers allowance, grants, School uniforms, guardianship and more. Get in touch for guidance through this Challenging journey. T: 0141 881 2032 |
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TripleTapTech The Renfield Centre, North Hall, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JP We provide advice, help, support and training to anyone with a visual impairment to access and use technology. T: 0141 353 1567 |
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Spinal Injuries Scotland Fullarton Court, Unit C, 11 Drumhead Place, Glasgow G32 8EY SIS delivers a nationwide, membership focused service, which is delivered via programmes and projects designed to best meet the needs of our members. Those who experience a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) have undergone a life-changing and traumatic event, rehabilitation is immensely challenging from both a physical and emotional perspective, with cost of equipment often cited as a barrier. For more information on the scheme, please visit our site. T: 0800 0132 305 |
