What’s on in Visibility Scotland in October 2024

 

Monday 30 September to Friday 04 October

30 September

Glasgow Community Group.

Our weekly group enjoys crafting, making and growing together. The group meets between 10 AM to 12.30 PM at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW

 

01 October

Charged up café.

Our weekly café that runs between 10 AM and 3 PM every Tuesday at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

Come along and enjoy some free soup with bread and some tasty sweet treats. You can also charge up your electronic devices free of charge.  It’s a great way to meet and chat with other visually impaired people and find out more about our services.

The café is funded by Glasgow City Council’s Community Fund.

Please note that we have now implemented a booking system due to high demand. To book a spot, please call us on 0141 332 4632 or email us at info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk

 

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

A virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. You can meet others new to sight loss can share experiences and tips with others. The course runs over three consecutive Tuesdays. The session is run by our Training and Information Specialist. The session runs from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Attendees can be dialed into to the Zoom meeting via their mobiles phones.

 

Switched On!

A telephone-based virtual support for those needing help and advice on using their existing smart devices.

The session runs from 1 PM to 2:30 PM

 

Talking Tuesdays

A drop-in Zoom session for parents and caregivers of children with a vision impairment. All attendees must have email access to join. The group is limited to 15 participants. For more information please email families@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk or call 0141 332 4632

 

03 October

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

A virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. You can meet others new to sight loss can share experiences and tips with others. The course runs over three consecutive Tuesdays. The session is run by our Training and Information Specialist. The session runs from 10:30 AM to 12 PM. Attendees can be dialed into to the Zoom meeting via their mobiles phones.

 

04 October

Digital Skills Group: Android only (11 AM to 12:30 PM)

Come along and get face-to-face assistance with the accessibility features on your smartphone or tablet. Please note that this session is for Android users only. If you are not sure whether you have an Android device, please call our office and they will be able to help you.

The session takes place in our Digital Suite at 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Registration for the group is required as spaces are limited. 

 

Digital Skills Group: Apple/iOS only (1 PM to 2:30 PM)

Come along and get face-to-face assistance with the accessibility features on your smartphone or tablet. Please note that this session is for Apple/iOS users only. If you are not sure whether you have an Apple device, please call our office and they will be able to help you.

The session takes place in our Digital Suite at 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW from 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Registration for the group is required as spaces are limited. 

 

Monday 07 October to Friday 11 October

07 October

Glasgow Community Group.

Our weekly group enjoys crafting, making and growing together. The group meets between 10 AM to 12.30 PM at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

 

08 October

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

Week two of our virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. Please note: this session is only open to those who attended the first Positive Outlook session on 01 October.

 

Charged up café.

Our weekly café that runs between 10 AM and 3 PM every Tuesday at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

Come along and enjoy some free soup with bread and some tasty sweet treats. You can also charge up your electronic devices free of charge.  It’s a great way to meet and chat with other visually impaired people and find out more about our services.

The café is funded by Glasgow City Council’s Community Fund.

Please note that we have now implemented a booking system due to high demand. To book a spot, please call us on 0141 332 4632 or email us at info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk

 

09 October

Know Your Rights Webinar

October’s webinar topic is “Know your rights!” During this one hour session we will be covering important human rights information you should know. Our in house expert, Adam Lodge, will be this month’s special guest and will be available to answer questions. The webinar will run from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM. Please book a space if you would like to attend. 

 

10 October

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

Week two of our virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. Please note: this session is only open to those who attended the first Positive Outlook session on 03 October.

 

Practical sessions (ages 10 to 25)

Visibility Scotland are delivering practical cookery sessions in partnership with Food Heroes. Food Heroes is run by Kay & Jenn, two specialist Dietitians who deliver diet and education sessions in a fun and interactive way.

The sessions are aimed at young people to help gain confidence in the kitchen and learn some healthy recipes along the way. You will learn basic kitchen skills such as recipe reading, measuring, cutting, and grating, as well as oven and hob practice.

The venue will be at Visibility Scotland headquarters, 2 Queens Crescent, Glasgow. The session will run from 6 PM to 8 PM.

 

11 October

Messy Play

This session is for children aged five and under. The session will be delivered by our partners at Food Heroes who are two Specialist Dietitians. They will be ready to answer any queries about diet and health for your child.

The session incorporates exploring food through play, to build positive relationships with food for children and families while learning and having fun together.

It runs from 10:30 AM until 11.30 AM at our 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow office. 

 

Self Defense for Young People (up to 25)

We will be hosting self defense sessions led by a representative from the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety. These sessions are designed to increase self confidence and reduce the fear of attack by teaching simple self defense techniques specifically designed for people who are vision impaired.

The sessions will take place from 10 AM to 11 AM. You must book a place to attend, and can do so by calling 0141 332 4632 or emailing info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk.

 

Chair-based Movement and Meditation for Young People (up to 25)

A special movement and meditation session geared towards young people.

This session will run from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9BW. Please book a place to attend, you can do so by calling 0141 332 4632 or emailing info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk.

 

Monday 14 October to Friday 18 October

14 October

Glasgow Community Group.

Our weekly group enjoys crafting, making and growing together. The group meets between 10 AM to 12.30 PM at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

 

15 October

Charged up café.

Our weekly café that runs between 10 AM and 3 PM every Tuesday at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

Come along and enjoy some free soup with bread and some tasty sweet treats. You can also charge up your electronic devices free of charge.  It’s a great way to meet and chat with other visually impaired people and find out more about our services.

The café is funded by Glasgow City Council’s Community Fund.

Please note that we have now implemented a booking system due to high demand. To book a spot, please call us on 0141 332 4632 or email us at info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk

 

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

Week three of our virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. Please note: this session is only open to those who attended the first Positive Outlook session on 01 October.

 

17 October

Positive Outlook Course (held on Zoom)

Week three of our virtual Positive Outlook course delivered on Zoom. Please note: this session is only open to those who attended the first Positive Outlook session on 03 October.

 

Monday 21 October to Friday 25 October

21 October

Glasgow Community Group.

Our weekly group enjoys crafting, making and growing together. The group meets between 10 AM to 12.30 PM at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

 

22 October

Charged up café.

Our weekly café that runs between 10 AM and 3 PM every Tuesday at our head office: 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9BW.

Come along and enjoy some free soup with bread and some tasty sweet treats. You can also charge up your electronic devices free of charge.  It’s a great way to meet and chat with other visually impaired people and find out more about our services.

The café is funded by Glasgow City Council’s Community Fund.

Please note that we have now implemented a booking system due to high demand. To book a spot, please call us on 0141 332 4632 or email us at info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk

 

25 October

Chair-based Movement and Meditation.

Chair-based movement and meditation with Kirsteen from New Rhythms for Glasgow.

Wake up for the weekend with positive energy movement and some mindfulness at the end of the session. Please book ahead if you would like to attend any of these sessions.

The sessions run every other Friday from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at 2 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9BW.

 

 

 

Interested in coming along?

If you would like to take part in any of the activities listed, or to find out more about our services, then give our friendly team a call on:

• Glasgow (head office): 0141 332 4632
• Edinburgh and the Lothians: 0131 378 1874
• Dumfries and Galloway: 01387 267 131

You can email us at info@nullvisibilityscotland.org.uk

You can also contact us using our Contact Us form: Contact Us