IMPORTANT information about the training: Level 1 - is 3 hours long and offers a basic awareness of Adult Support and Protection. Training covers background, legislation, what an adult at risk of harm is, responsibilities and how to report. The training is aimed at people who may come across adults at risk of harm, they […]
Open to anyone in Lanarkshire who wants to gain awareness around mental health and suicide prevention. Learning aim: To inform everyone about mental health and the prevention of suicide so that they may be able to promote good mental health, respond to distress and help people seek help. For more information and to book: publicmentalhealth@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
The strong links between drug and alcohol related harms and poverty, are widely acknowledged, with deprivation being linked as a significant factor in drug and alcohol problems developing (Hard Edges Report and Staying Alive in Scotland). NLADP, in partnership with the tackling poverty team, are providing free multiagency training sessions. Places are limited with a […]
Women's Support Project are launching their new Building Bridges animation. The resource was designed with input from women with lived experience of selling sex and its aim is to support staff with how to respond to women's disclosure of selling sex. The online launch takes place on 16 May 2024 - 10.30am to 1.00pm. This […]
The University of the West of Scotland has been delivering innovative education on drug and alcohol use and policy for over 40 years. The Postgraduate Programme in Contemporary Drug & Alcohol Studies examines the social, cultural, and political influences on drug/alcohol use and policies. UWS explore the local, national and global evidence-base for responses that […]
This is an interactive half day training session which can help ensure that you have the skills, knowledge and confidence to talk about alcohol and its harms, and signpost people affected by alcohol. The course covers a range of topics exploring the impact of alcohol on individuals and society and the support that is available. […]
Booking Link Trends in drug use and harms in Scotland – SDF – Scottish Drugs Forum
Coffee, chats and communi-tea! Free tea, cakes and advice fro 10:30am-12:30pm. Get free support and access to online learnintg, baby clothes bank, employability and lots more to boost your mental health journey. You can scan the QR code to book a place or email Ann_nye@thewisegroup.co.uk for more information
This is an interactive half day training session which can help ensure that you have the skills, knowledge and confidence to talk about alcohol and its harms, and signpost people affected by alcohol. The course covers a range of topics exploring the impact of alcohol on individuals and society and the support that is available. […]
Would you like to learn more about Al-Anon? Al-Anon are holding an open meeting for professionals (details are provided below) to help gain a better understanding about how Al-anon works and ask any questions about groups. A light lunch will be provided. To register your interest contact cumbernauldalanon@gmail.com
What will I learn? Be able to explain why gender is so important in the context of domestic abuse Understand some of the effects of domestic abuse on women and children Identify what services are available to refer women and children affected by domestic abuse to Understand what safe practice is when supporting women who […]
What will I learn? The complex intersections between domestic abuse and substance use How to ask about domestic abuse and substance use safely and sensitively How to best support survivors who are experiencing domestic abuse using substances and increase safety for survivors and children. How to ensure perpetrators are held accountable for their behaviours. What […]
