Tag: Age Scotland

Scots prefer spending time on social media than with their older relatives

-Age Scotland launch new Share What You Love campaign to combat loneliness-

New research from charity Age Scotland has revealed a shocking communications gap between the young and old in Scotland, as they launch a new campaign to combat loneliness in the over 65s. Continue reading Scots prefer spending time on social media than with their older relatives

Heads up – The Pearls of Wisdom exhibition launched at Granton;hub

THE PEARLS OF WISDOM Exhibition is  a celebration of six older people and their contribution to North Edinburgh over decades of activity. This unique way of celebrating their lives is in the commissioning of sculptured heads by award winning artist Kevin Dagg. Continue reading Heads up – The Pearls of Wisdom exhibition launched at Granton;hub

Getting together, making a difference: free event for North Edinburgh’s older people

MONDAY 16th APRIL 10am – 2pm

Royston Wardieburn Community Centre

Come and join us!

Lonely this Christmas

People in Scotland are being encouraged to look out for their elderly neighbours, friends and relatives over the Christmas period. Social Security Minister Jeane Freeman has sent out a Christmas message, asking everyone in Scotland to remember to include older people in their festive plans. Continue reading Lonely this Christmas

Port of Leith Housing Association welcomes First Minister

Tenants of Port of Leith Housing Association’s (PoLHA) Jameson Place development welcomed a special guest on Monday when First Minister Nicola Sturgeon paid a visit to the Generations Project for their Christmas festivities. Continue reading Port of Leith Housing Association welcomes First Minister