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Opportunities in Central Scotland

Our day and vocational opportunities in Central Scotland offer diverse experiences for autistic individuals. 

Central Scotland

 

Makers Cafe and Community Hub

Makers is a Scottish Autism community hub delivering day and vocational opportunities for autistic people aged 16 + and individuals with learning disabilities who would otherwise lack opportunities to experience a supported working environment.

The project will house a community cafe, shop and gallery, and a kitchen garden. We will also host a rolling programme of activities and learning opportunities for the people that access this community space.

 

You can find Makers Cafe at Unit 3, Makers Village, Ludgate, Alloa, FK10 2DE

Read more about Makers at www.makersalloa.org 

Gartinny Nurseries

Gartinny Nurseries is vocational day service and an operational garden centre, offering horticultural therapy to autistic adults. Individuals are supported to fully participate in the running of Gartinny and are valued for their contribution.

They are supported to learn about different plants and how to be successful in growing these whilst developing their social skills through customer service. The individuals can also consolidate their learning by getting involved in conservation and horticultural awards such as the John Muir Award which recognises their skills and achievements.

You can find Gartinny Nurseries at Woodhead Place, Coalsnaughton, FK13 6LQ.

The garden centre is open to the public on Saturdays 10am - 4pm

Read more about Gartinny Nurseries in an article that appeared in the local Stirling Observer.


Art Opportunities

 

Art Opportunities is a vocational day service which offers a specially designed creative environment for individuals to develop natural art and design skills. Here, adults can express themselves through a variety of art mediums including glass, textile, paint and craft work. Individuals who access the service host art exhibitions and sell their hand crafted products to the public.

 

Balmyre

 

Balmyre offers a therapeutic environment where individuals can participate in music, drama and beauty therapy. There is also the opportunity to develop vocational skills through a community cafe and improve technology skills within the IT suite.

Our flexible approach to day opportunities ensures individuals have the choice of attending more than one base to access activities of interest and focus on skill development.

 

 

 


Inspire

Named by the supported individuals, 'Inspire' Day Opportunity provides an environment for supported individuals to explore sensory expression and dramatic arts, while providing opportunities for collaboration and exercising imagination.
The building layout has been adapted to meet the sensory needs of the people we support and can be used flexibly.

Personal transition plans were different for each person, but with the overall aim to reduce stress for the individual and create positive experiences of their new day opportunity.

 

Each service is delivered by a dedicated team of practitioners who receive regular autism specific training. All of our Day and Vocational services are reviewed by the Care Inspectorate and full details of recent inspections can be found on their website: www.careinspectorate.com 

Meet Gartinny Nature Group

Gartinny Nature Group is made up of individuals who attend Gartinny Nurseries, our vocational day service in Coalsnaughton, and have a particular interest in nature and conservation. The group work on a number of environmental projects in partnership with community groups such as Clackmannanshire Countryside Rangers, the Scottish Wildlife Trust and local schools.

A creative and innovative project, Gartinny Nature Group gives its members the opportunity to learn new horticultural techniques, develop their communication skills, meet new people and build confidence.

The benefits gained by group members participating in conservation and outdoor pursuits include a sense of wellbeing that comes not only from overcoming challenges, breathing fresh air or spending time with nature, but also from knowing that they consistently contribute to local conservation in a meaningful way. Each individual understands the importance of the work they do, and realises their efforts are having a positive effect on the environment. The projects have also been an invaluable opportunity for individuals to meet and identify with like minded members of our community.

When asked what he liked about being part of the group, Peter said:
 
“I like being outdoors and seeing different things like birds and animals.”

You can find out more on how to access this service or contact us by filling out the form below.

Service Enquiries Form