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Find out our support group times, online meetings, community events, training and exciting fundraising events to get involved in.
Events in April 2024
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1st April 2024(1 event)
6:30 pm: Online Fife Family Support Group6:30 pm: Online Fife Family Support Group – Scottish Families in Fife are hosting an online group support for anyone affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use. The group will be our safe space to chat and do activities that will improve our wellbeing. 6.30pm - 8.30pm Contact fifefamilies@sfad.org.uk / 01592 382330 for more information. |
2nd April 2024(3 events)
6:00 pm: Falkirk Family Support Group6:00 pm: Falkirk Family Support Group – This is an open group for anyone 16+ affected by someone else’s substance use If you want to talk to someone before attending contact fvfamilies@sfad.org.uk or 01786 583299 6.00pm - 8.00pm Grangemouth Community Education Unit 6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group – A Scottish Families online support group session - we will offer you time and space to explore the issues affecting you, let you express your thoughts and feelings, and help you come up with ideas and solutions to move forward. To join us, please contact saraho@sfad.org.uk for more details. The virtual support group runs alternate Tuesday/Thursdays - one week Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm the following Thursday morning 10-11:30am. 7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course – The Family Recovery College offers a free informal 12-week course, Understanding Substance Use and Holding on to Hope, for anyone living in Scotland who is concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use. We will support you to build knowledge, skills, and confidence to support yourself and your loved one. If you're interested in the course please contact either Debra Nelson: 07379830357/debra@sfad.org.uk or Tich Watson: 07775252380/richard@sfad.org.uk for more information. |
3rd April 2024(1 event)
6:00 pm: Scottish Families Men’s Group6:00 pm: Scottish Families Men’s Group – Our Men’s Group is a virtual space for men to socialise, explore difficulties and find solutions together. At the group, you have an opportunity to talk about your personal circumstances and develop a plan with the support of our practitioners and the other members of the group. If you would like to join our men’s support group, you can get in touch with our team at groups@sfad.org.uk and they will let you know how to join the group and answer any questions you may have. The meetings are held 1st Wednesday of each month online from 6.00pm - 7.30pm. |
4th April 2024
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5th April 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 10.00am - 12.00pm Your Voice, Clyde Square, Greenock, PA15 1NB |
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8th April 2024(1 event)
9:00 am: CRAFT Training9:00 am: CRAFT Training – CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) is an evidence-based, non-judgemental programme for practitioners to use with family members and carers affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use. CRAFT helps family members to: Communicate positively with their loved one This online training is delivered by George Charlton, GC Training & Consultancy in partnership with Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs. George is one of only two accredited trainers and supervisors delivering UK-wide CRAFT practitioner training and supervision. The training will take place online over two days (Mondays and Tuesdays) from 9.00 am–3.30pm each day. You must attend both days to be fully CRAFT trained. The course is £275 per person, payable by invoice. Once fully trained, you will have the opportunity to join the CRAFT Community of Practice, a group of fully trained CRAFT practitioners for support and knowledge sharing. |
9th April 2024(3 events)
9:00 am: CRAFT Training9:00 am: CRAFT Training – CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) is an evidence-based, non-judgemental programme for practitioners to use with family members and carers affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use. CRAFT helps family members to: Communicate positively with their loved one This online training is delivered by George Charlton, GC Training & Consultancy in partnership with Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs. George is one of only two accredited trainers and supervisors delivering UK-wide CRAFT practitioner training and supervision. The training will take place online over two days (Mondays and Tuesdays) from 9.00 am–3.30pm each day. You must attend both days to be fully CRAFT trained. The course is £275 per person, payable by invoice. Once fully trained, you will have the opportunity to join the CRAFT Community of Practice, a group of fully trained CRAFT practitioners for support and knowledge sharing. 7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course – The Family Recovery College offers a free informal 12-week course, Understanding Substance Use and Holding on to Hope, for anyone living in Scotland who is concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use. We will support you to build knowledge, skills, and confidence to support yourself and your loved one. If you're interested in the course please contact either Debra Nelson: 07379830357/debra@sfad.org.uk or Tich Watson: 07775252380/richard@sfad.org.uk for more information. 7:30 pm: Aberdeenshire Family Support Group7:30 pm: Aberdeenshire Family Support Group – We offer support to anyone in Aberdeenshire over the age of 16 who is affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use. This could be a direct family member, or even a friend or a colleague who is using substances. The group meets online over Zoom from 7.30pm - 8.30pm. This is a member only group For more information on how to join contact: aberdeenshirefamilies@sfad.org.uk |
10th April 2024(1 event)
12:00 pm: Connect, Learn & Share with PAPYRUS and SAMH in Inverclyde12:00 pm: Connect, Learn & Share with PAPYRUS and SAMH in Inverclyde – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 12.00pm Kingston House, Jamaica St, Greenock PA15 1XX |
11th April 2024(4 events)
10:00 am: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group10:00 am: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group – A Scottish Families online support group session - we will offer you time and space to explore the issues affecting you, let you express your thoughts and feelings, and help you come up with ideas and solutions to move forward. To join us, please contact saraho@sfad.org.uk for more details. The virtual support group runs alternate Tuesday/Thursdays - one week Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm the following Thursday morning 10-11:30am. 12:00 pm: Dunfermine Family Support Group12:00 pm: Dunfermine Family Support Group – Scottish Families in Fife are hosting an in person group support in Dunfermline. The group will be our safe space to chat and do activities that will improve our wellbeing. Drop in from 12:00pm - 2:00pm Dell Farquharson, Community Leisure Centre, Nethertown Broad St, KY12 7DS Contact fifefamilies@sfad.org.uk / 01592 382330 for more information 6:00 pm: Breaking the Cycle Group - Stirling6:00 pm: Breaking the Cycle Group - Stirling – Breaking the Cycle has been formed by family members trying to cope with the effects of parental substance use. The group provides a space for people to come together and support one another with the lasting impact parental drug or alcohol use has on them. It also helps to lighten that load and provide much-needed connection when things feel difficult. Our WhatsApp group and monthly group meetings offer fantastic peer support. If you want to talk to someone before attending contact fvfamilies@sfad.org.uk or 01786 583299 6.00pm - 8.00pm The Haven, Stirling, FK7 7LB 6:30 pm: Scottish Families Book Group6:30 pm: Scottish Families Book Group – The Scottish Families Book Group is for anyone who is currently being supported by one of our services in Scotland. We meet online on the second Thursday of every month, from 6.30pm – 8.00pm. For more information and how to join please contact groups@sfad.org.uk. |
12th April 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 10.00am - 12.00pm Your Voice, Clyde Square, Greenock, PA15 1NB |
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15th April 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Spring Learning - Family Inclusive Practice Online10:00 am: Spring Learning - Family Inclusive Practice Online – Are you interested in an in-depth look at how best to include families in your work? Family Inclusive Practice is about how professionals in the workforce actively involve a person’s family and social networks in their care, are proactive in asking about the needs of the whole family, and make sure all family members are supported. This session is designed to be an in-depth look at all aspects of families support needs, what we are aiming for within Scotland, and how practitioners can adapt innovative approaches to best include families. Monday 15th April 10am – 12pm and Monday 22nd April 10am – 12pm (you must attend both sessions) |
16th April 2024(4 events)
1:00 pm: Creative Coping - Falkirk1:00 pm: Creative Coping - Falkirk – This is a member only group For more info on how to join, contact fvfamilies@sfad.org.uk or 01786 583299 1.00pm - 3.00pm Manse Place, Falkirk, FK1 1JN 4:30 pm: Clackmannanshire Family Support Group4:30 pm: Clackmannanshire Family Support Group – This is an open group for anyone 16+ affected by someone else’s substance use If you want to talk to someone before attending contact fvfamilies@sfad.org.uk or 01786 583299 4.30pm - 6.30pm The Ben Cleuch Centre 6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group – A Scottish Families online support group session - we will offer you time and space to explore the issues affecting you, let you express your thoughts and feelings, and help you come up with ideas and solutions to move forward. To join us, please contact saraho@sfad.org.uk for more details. The virtual support group runs alternate Tuesday/Thursdays - one week Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm the following Thursday morning 10-11:30am. 7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course – The Family Recovery College offers a free informal 12-week course, Understanding Substance Use and Holding on to Hope, for anyone living in Scotland who is concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use. We will support you to build knowledge, skills, and confidence to support yourself and your loved one. If you're interested in the course please contact either Debra Nelson: 07379830357/debra@sfad.org.uk or Tich Watson: 07775252380/richard@sfad.org.uk for more information. |
17th April 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Spring Learning - Introduction to Supporting Families (Online)10:00 am: Spring Learning - Introduction to Supporting Families (Online) – Are you looking to take your first steps in developing your knowledge about why families need support? Learn about the unique needs and experiences of family members and understand how empathy and listening skills are so important to family support. This session is beginner level and designed to be a first step for anyone who would like to find out about families affected by alcohol and drugs. Wednesday 17th April 10am – 12pm |
18th April 2024(2 events)
2:00 pm: Spring Learning - Bereaved Through Substance Use (Online)2:00 pm: Spring Learning - Bereaved Through Substance Use (Online) – Are you interested in learning more about bereavement from drug or alcohol use? Our session will help you to explore this sensitive subject and to understand the unique and difficult impact that a loss can have on friends and family. This session is primarily designed for professionals, but it is also suitable for anyone interested in learning about Bereaved Through Substance Use. This could be families, professional members of the workforce, people in recovery, or the wider community. Thursday 18th April 2pm – 4pm and Thursday 25th April 2pm – 4pm (you must attend both sessions) 7:00 pm: East Kilbride Comedy Night7:00 pm: East Kilbride Comedy Night Come and join us for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy with performances from some of the top and best emerging comedians on the Scottish comedy circuit. A night not to be missed. Tickets are £10 Hosted by the incredible John Gavin, we have five superb stand-up comedians taking to the stage: Billy Kirkwood Doors open at 7pm. Comedians will take to stage at 7.30pm. Thursday 18th April 2024 EAST KILBRIDE ARTS CENTRE, 51 - 53 OLD COACH ROAD, EAST KILBRIDE, G74 4DU Tickets - https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DEZF |
19th April 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 10.00am - 12.00pm Your Voice, Clyde Square, Greenock, PA15 1NB 12:00 pm: Methil Family Support Group12:00 pm: Methil Family Support Group – Scottish Families in Fife are hosting an in person group support in Methil. The group will be our safe space to chat and do activities that will improve our wellbeing. Drop in from 12:00pm - 2:00pm Contact fifefamilies@sfad.org.uk / 01592 382330 for more information. Wellesley Parish Church, 331 Wellesley Road, Methil, KY8 3BT |
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22nd April 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Spring Learning - Family Inclusive Practice Online10:00 am: Spring Learning - Family Inclusive Practice Online – Are you interested in an in-depth look at how best to include families in your work? Family Inclusive Practice is about how professionals in the workforce actively involve a person’s family and social networks in their care, are proactive in asking about the needs of the whole family, and make sure all family members are supported. This session is designed to be an in-depth look at all aspects of families support needs, what we are aiming for within Scotland, and how practitioners can adapt innovative approaches to best include families. Monday 15th April 10am – 12pm and Monday 22nd April 10am – 12pm (you must attend both sessions) |
23rd April 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Spring Learning - Facilitating a Support Group (Online)10:00 am: Spring Learning - Facilitating a Support Group (Online) – Are you interested in running a support group? Our session is perfectly suited to helping you explore the skills and knowledge you will need to effectively lead a support group. This session is for anyone looking to run any type of support group – families, members of the workforce, running peed-led recovery groups, and more. Tuesday 23rd April 10am – 12pm and Tuesday 30th April 10am – 12pm (you must attend both sessions) Booking - https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DFZP 7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course – The Family Recovery College offers a free informal 12-week course, Understanding Substance Use and Holding on to Hope, for anyone living in Scotland who is concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use. We will support you to build knowledge, skills, and confidence to support yourself and your loved one. If you're interested in the course please contact either Debra Nelson: 07379830357/debra@sfad.org.uk or Tich Watson: 07775252380/richard@sfad.org.uk for more information. |
24th April 2024
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25th April 2024(6 events)
10:00 am: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group10:00 am: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group – A Scottish Families online support group session - we will offer you time and space to explore the issues affecting you, let you express your thoughts and feelings, and help you come up with ideas and solutions to move forward. To join us, please contact saraho@sfad.org.uk for more details. The virtual support group runs alternate Tuesday/Thursdays - one week Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm the following Thursday morning 10-11:30am. 12:00 pm: Cupar Family Support Group12:00 pm: Cupar Family Support Group – Scottish Families in Fife are hosting an in person group support in Cupar. The group will be our safe space to chat and do activities that will improve our wellbeing. Drop in from 12:00 pm- 2:00pm Cupar YMCA, Marathon House, 93 Bonnygate, Cupar, KY15 4LG Contact fifefamilies@sfad.org.uk / 01592 382330 for more information. 2:00 pm: Spring Learning - Bereaved Through Substance Use (Online)2:00 pm: Spring Learning - Bereaved Through Substance Use (Online) – Are you interested in learning more about bereavement from drug or alcohol use? Our session will help you to explore this sensitive subject and to understand the unique and difficult impact that a loss can have on friends and family. This session is primarily designed for professionals, but it is also suitable for anyone interested in learning about Bereaved Through Substance Use. This could be families, professional members of the workforce, people in recovery, or the wider community. Thursday 18th April 2pm – 4pm and Thursday 25th April 2pm – 4pm (you must attend both sessions) 6:00 pm: Creative Coping - Stirling6:00 pm: Creative Coping - Stirling – This is a member only group For more info on how to join, contact fvfamilies@sfad.org.uk or 01786 583299 6.00pm - 8.00pm Creative Stirling, 44 King Street, Stirling FK8 1AY 6:00 pm: Stirling Family Support Group6:00 pm: Stirling Family Support Group – 7:30 pm: Aberdeenshire Family Support Group7:30 pm: Aberdeenshire Family Support Group – We offer support to anyone in Aberdeenshire over the age of 16 who is affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use. This could be a direct family member, or even a friend or a colleague who is using substances. The group meets online over Zoom from 7.30pm - 8.30pm. This is a member only group For more information on how to join contact: aberdeenshirefamilies@sfad.org.uk |
26th April 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 10.00am - 12.00pm Your Voice, Clyde Square, Greenock, PA15 1NB 1:00 pm: Stigma Seminar with Scottish Families1:00 pm: Stigma Seminar with Scottish Families – This is the first of a series of Stigma seminars by Scottish Families. Friday the 26th of April 2024 At Scottish Families we regularly run a workshop call Exploring Stigma and the Power of Kindness. We now want to share our reflections of running these workshops with a new audience as well as create a forum and opportunity for you all to talk about your work and experiences. In our first session we will be joined by guest speaker, Michelle Young, Dr of Philosophy, of ALM College Dundee and Dundee University, who will be discussing her PHD and work on Stigma with a focus on Language and Culture. We'll also be joined by Dr Lynne Gilmour & Louise Honeybul who will discuss the The Stepping Stones Study which is an NIHR-funded qualitative longitudinal study evaluating the care pathways for women who use and/or are in treatment for drug use during the perinatal period and their babies. Tickets - https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DETP |
27th April 2024
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28th April 2024(1 event)
Glasgow KiltwalkGlasgow Kiltwalk28th April 2024 The Kiltwalk is one of our favourite events. What makes it so special? Multiple locations and distances across Scotland provide an opportunity for everyone to have fun. The Kiltwalk is scheduled to be held in Glasgow on the 28th of April. You will have the option of taking on a 26-mile challenge, 13-mile challenge or 6.5-mile challenge on each route. |
29th April 2024
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30th April 2024(3 events)
10:00 am: Spring Learning - Facilitating a Support Group (Online)10:00 am: Spring Learning - Facilitating a Support Group (Online) – Are you interested in running a support group? Our session is perfectly suited to helping you explore the skills and knowledge you will need to effectively lead a support group. This session is for anyone looking to run any type of support group – families, members of the workforce, running peed-led recovery groups, and more. Tuesday 23rd April 10am – 12pm and Tuesday 30th April 10am – 12pm (you must attend both sessions) Booking - https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DFZP 6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group6:00 pm: Scottish Families Virtual Family Support Group – A Scottish Families online support group session - we will offer you time and space to explore the issues affecting you, let you express your thoughts and feelings, and help you come up with ideas and solutions to move forward. To join us, please contact saraho@sfad.org.uk for more details. The virtual support group runs alternate Tuesday/Thursdays - one week Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm the following Thursday morning 10-11:30am. 7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course7:00 pm: Family Recovery College - Spring 2024 Course – The Family Recovery College offers a free informal 12-week course, Understanding Substance Use and Holding on to Hope, for anyone living in Scotland who is concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use. We will support you to build knowledge, skills, and confidence to support yourself and your loved one. If you're interested in the course please contact either Debra Nelson: 07379830357/debra@sfad.org.uk or Tich Watson: 07775252380/richard@sfad.org.uk for more information. |
1st May 2024(1 event)
6:00 pm: Scottish Families Men’s Group6:00 pm: Scottish Families Men’s Group – Our Men’s Group is a virtual space for men to socialise, explore difficulties and find solutions together. At the group, you have an opportunity to talk about your personal circumstances and develop a plan with the support of our practitioners and the other members of the group. If you would like to join our men’s support group, you can get in touch with our team at groups@sfad.org.uk and they will let you know how to join the group and answer any questions you may have. The meetings are held 1st Wednesday of each month online from 6.00pm - 7.30pm. |
2nd May 2024
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3rd May 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group10:00 am: Inverclyde Family & Friends Support Group – Open to anyone 16+ affected by someone else's alcohol or drug use, past or present. Contact Inverclyde Family Support Service for more information: inverclydefss@sfad.org.uk or 01475 302816 10.00am - 12.00pm Your Voice, Clyde Square, Greenock, PA15 1NB |
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5th May 2024
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