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Connection Cafes
As part of the 2023 Perth and Kinross Mental Health and Wellbeing Festival, we have organised a programme of informal and free 'connection cafes' which will run throughout June, July and August. Each connection cafe will give you the opportunity to chat with like minded people whilst at the same time getting the chance to find out about what support is available in the local community. The sessions will be very informal and most likely involve hot drinks and cake! You can drop into as many as you like and there is no need for booking. Just turn up at the designated time and date which you can find below.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Date | Organisation | Time | Location | Details |
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06/06/2023 | NEST | 2pm | 47 Wellmeadow, Blairgowrie PH10 6ND | This is a social creative cafe where people can bring their own craft project to work on, have a go at some Decoupage or Collage, or just have a chat to find out what activities are available, meet new people and maybe get some inspiration to try something new. Open to anyone interested in creative activities |
10/06/2023 | Trauma Healing Together/ Perth Minority Association | 12-3pm | North Inch Park | Trauma Healing Together will be having a stand at the Mela festival which is organised by the Perth Minority Association. Come along and enjoy some muisc, dance and street food whilst finding out about what both organisations do. |
17/06/2023 | Plus Perth | 11am | Perth City Centre | Join Plus Group, Artvantage, for a few hours and help them brighten the streets of Perth through colourful chalk drawings. The theme of this particular session is the Solstice. Art skills not required! |
19/06/2023 | Perth Autism | 10am | Perth Autism Support, 14 New Row, Perth PH1 5QA | This session is aimed at parent of autistic children who are looking for peer support. Come along and have a cuppa, meet the staff and other parents. Come with questions and learn from each other. |
23/06/2023 | Change Mental Health | 1pm- 3pm | 5 Atholl Place, Perth, PH15NE | The theme of this cafe is 'make up for mental health' run by Sarah from Change Mental Health. Spaces are limited so please email Sarah.Dunbar@changemh.org to book |
26/06/2023 | Mindspace | 2pm | 18-20 York Pl, Perth PH2 8EH | This is an informal gathering, where people can come to discuss accessing some of our services or simply come to chat and share their struggles. |
28/06/2023 | Endometriosis UK Dundee Support Group | 6:30pm | 5 Atholl Place, Perth, PH15NE | Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women or those assigned female at birth. It's the second most common gynaecological condition and yet still so little is known about it. This session will be informal and allow people to come along to find out more about Endometriosis, whether you live with it, support someone who does or you simply want to know more. |
01/07/2023 | ESOL | 10am-12pm | Second Floor, Drummond House, 6 Scott St, Perth PH1 5EJ | Aimed at our students and their family and friends. |
05/07/2023 | Trauma Healing Together | 1pm | 5 Atholl Place, Perth, PH15NE | This informal drop-in session is for trauma survivors who want to find out more about the support available whilst enjoying a cup of coffee/tea and some cake! |
11/07/2023 | SCARF | 10am-2pm | 5 Atholl Place, Perth, PH15NE | Drop in and get some advice on the current cost of living. Joining us on the day will be Scarf, Home Energy Scotland, CAB Perth plus more to be confirmed.
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14/07/2023 | Trinity Church | 12.45pm | Trinity Church, York Place, Perth PH2 8EH | Trinity Church would be delighted to welcome community groups and individuals who are interested in linking up and building relationships in the community regarding wellbeing, hope or spiritual care. You would also have a tour of Trinity's new building on York Place and find out our plans for more community groups in the premises. |
18/07/2023 | Plus Perth | 2:30pm | Perth Methodist Church Scott St, Perth, Perthshire PH2 8JN | Join Plus Perths music group for coffee, cake and a jamming session. |
19/07/2023 | Change Mental Health | 1pm | Change Mental Office, Kinnoul Casuseway Perth | Open to all, this is an informal drop-in session on the theme of well-being. |
27/07/2023 | NEST | 2pm | 47 Wellmeadow, Blairgowrie PH10 6ND | This is a social creative cafe where people can bring their own craft project to work on, have a go at some Decoupage or Collage, or just have a chat to find out what activities are available, meet new people and maybe get some inspiration to try something new. Open to anyone interested in creative activities |
06/08/2023 | Stephen Lyon Organisation | 12.00pm | Suite 3, 62 The Muirs, Kinross, KY13 8AU | Everyone is welcome to drop in for a coffee and a chat. Come along to find out more about the Organisation and the support available. |
07/08/2023 | Starting Step | 11am | Rascals, George Street, Perth | If you have been involved with the criminal justice system and are struggling with the challenges of having a conviction(s) join Starting Step for an informal chat in a safe, judgement free environment for some coffee and homemade cake. |
08/08/2023 | YMCA Tayside & NHS Tayside CAMHS | 2-4pm | YMCA Tayside, Bordeaux House, 25-29 Kinnoull Street, Perth | If you are a young person looking to improve your wellbeing, join us for a drink and bite to eat and take part in various activities including VR Art and Bracelet Making |
08/08/2023 | All Strong Scotland | 1.30pm- 2:30pm | 3rd Floor, Drummond House, 6 Scott Street, Perth, PH1 5EJ | This connection cafe is for those in addiction recovery. Following physical activity and guided relaxation elements, participants will have an extended peer social time with coffee and cakes. These times are often about sharing challenges and success. |
08/08/2023 | Trauma Healing Together | 6pm | 5 Atholl Place, Perth, PH15NE | This informal drop-in session is for trauma survivors who want to find out more about the support available whilst enjoying a cup of coffee/tea and some cake! |
15/08/2023 | All Strong Scotland | 3pm-4:30pm | 3rd Floor, Drummond House, 6 Scott Street, Perth, PH1 5EJ | This connection cafe is for unpaid carers (those with serious mental health conditions. Following physical activity and guided relaxation elements, participants will have an extended peer social time with coffee and cakes. These times are often about sharing challenges and success. |
18/08/2023 | Plus Perth | 2pm | AK Bell Library, Soutar Theatre, Perth | BILLY ELLIOT is a coming-of-age story of a young boy, Billy, who through his unexpected love of dance, embarks on a journey of self-discovery in the world of picket lines, cultural stereotypes, a family in crisis and a headstrong ballet teacher. One of the main take-aways of the film is don’t let anything get in the way of you following your dreams, and also illustrates how important it is to work together to achieve things in life. |
18/08/2023 | Lindas Ladies | 10am | Blend Coffee Shop, 274 High Street, Perth | "Blether 'n Blend" is a free event which is open to anyone who would like to come and meet others for a very informal chat over tea, coffee, hot chocolate. |
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