This session will be held online using MS Teams. A link will be emailed prior to the course. Please join from 13:15 for a prompt 13:30 start. An introduction to bacterial infection in people who use drugs. The training will give an overview of bacterial infection and various outbreaks seen in Scotland. It gives participants […]
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 Â
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 […]
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 aim of the workshop is to increase your understanding and knowledge of the impact that alcohol related harm has on individuals, others around them and wider society. Increased knowledge and understanding on health and social harms. The training will provide you with an increased confidence in supporting service users and signposting them to relevant […]
Join Corra for the next ONLINE Learning Network event focusing on Racial Equity. Specifically, Corra will be discussing substance use issues from a perspective of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. The Eventbrite event will be held on Thursday 13th June 2024 at 1:00 PM. This event will be an opportunity to hear from Black, […]
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 […]
This session will be held online using MS Teams. A link will be emailed prior to the course. Please join from 0915 for a prompt 0930 start. An introduction to bacterial infection in people who use drugs. The training will give an overview of bacterial infection and various outbreaks seen in Scotland. It gives participants […]
As part of the MAT standards webinar series hosted by Healthcare Improvement Scotland, the next will centre around Community Pharmacy as an essential delivery partner in MAT. Further detail will follow for this but the link to register is now live.
Aim: The aim of the training is to raise awareness of effects of alcohol on older adults and the reasons, issues related with older people drinking and the services and support that is available. Who is it for? Anyone supporting older adults, i.e. health care professionals, sheltered housing staff, care services, etc. Learning outcomes: • […]
This multiagency session will be held online. Have increased knowledge of relevant terminology ï‚· Understand the importance of inclusive language ï‚· Increase knowledge and understanding of issues experienced by LGBT+ people in Scotland ï‚· Have an opportunity to reflect on current practice ï‚· Consider Scottish policy and legislation ï‚· Understand better what is meant by […]
The potential impact of online harm in the lives of children and young people across Scotland and the world is ever present. Concerns are widely shared and no more so than by those who have a responsibility to care for children and protect them. The increasing risk of online sexual abuse is a particular focus […]
Please note this course is only for people who have their own personal experience of drug use. If you have any questions about this please contact emirt@sdf.org.uk. Overview This short session will cover: Overdose risk factors Identifying and responding to an overdose situation Administering Naloxone to save a life Myths and misconceptions Open discussion and Q&A […]
This webinar provides staff with an opportunity to hear more from Dez Holmes, the creator of Transitional Safeguarding, on June 27th 2.00 – 3.30 pm North Lanarkshire’s partnership with Sussex university and Research in Practice, will consider how we work together across child and adult services, policies, and practice, and across our supports for young […]
Aim The training aims to increase workers' drug awareness knowledge and provide an opportunity to explore current and emerging trends with substance use. Learning Outcomes By the end of the session participants will be able to: Name the seven key drug categories and their key effects Recall an overview of the key substances in use […]
The Recovery Collective are pleased to announce Scotland’s alcohol and drug free festival Recovery Connects will return to Queen’s Park Arena on Sunday June 30! This years lineup includes: Creation Records legend Alan McGee, Shambolics, Paul Byrne, Amy Rodgers, Local Authority & Hazy Sundays.