HEALTH ALL ROUND
Good morning gorgie
Health All Round services are available to people of all ages (over 18) and we welcome older people to make use of any service they think may be of benefit to them. However we know that there are particular issues that relate to later life and so we have a range of services specifically designed for anyone over the age of 55 years.
Older people are especially vulnerable to social isolation and loneliness and there is a great deal of evidence that this can have a major impact on health and well being. People can become isolated for a variety of reasons, such as children leaving home and moving away, death of partners and friends, physical health problems, weakness and frailty, depression, memory impairment, lack of confidence, lack of paid employment and caring responsibilities.
We provide a range of services to meet the needs of older people living in our area. We always involve participants in organizing and planning events and services and we do our utmost to respond to the issues that they present to us – we really do!
What we offer:
Good Morning Gorgie (GMG)
Hello, I’m Jennifer and I run GMG, a friendly and inclusive social group for older people, providing a welcoming space where members can meet others, build friendships, and take part in a range of enjoyable activities. The group aims to reduce social isolation and loneliness by creating regular opportunities for connection, conversation, and fun. By encouraging social interaction and active participation, the group supports positive mental health and emotional wellbeing, helping members to increase confidence, maintain a sense of purpose, and feel connected.
When: Tuesday mornings 10am-12noon
Where: St Martins Church Hall, 232 Dalry Road (Near Lidl)
Please get do in touch if you, or someone you know would like to come along.
Email Jennifer@healthallround.org.uk or call us on 0131 337 1376
This popular social group includes a broad range of activities including: Gentle Exercise; Singing; New Age Kurling; Art Workshops; Seated Swing Dance; Reminiscence; Story telling; quizzes...
There is no pressure to join in activities, you can just sit and chat if you prefer – there is always someone to chat to! Tea, coffee and snacks are served.
We are sure you will be cheered and energised by this light hearted and friendly group, but if there are problematic issues in your life, staff and volunteers are available for support and information on additional services to meet your needs.
May 2023
FEEDBACK
“I am 87 years old and although I have a very caring family, they all work, so can’t be with me 24 hours a day – so it can be lonely. It makes a huge difference having Good Morning Gorgie to go to. Thank you all so much, you are so caring.”
“I am utterly amazed at what the wonderful people at Good Morning Gorgie provide us with – laughter, smiles, food, advice, massages! Then there are special events like the Christmas dinner and Burns Supper – when all the staff from Westfield come and are so friendly too. Many, many thanks to you all.”
“Many thanks for all your care and kindness and for the warm welcome I receive every Tuesday at Good Morning Gorgie. The services you provide really do change lives. Thank you simply isn’t enough.”