NEEDS (Scotland) now have a Facebook page! We will post our next meeting dates there and also if there are any events happening. If any of you have any ideas or suggestions of what to include, such as podcasts, books or links which have helped you, please let us know. We continue to fundraise through […]
Unfortunately, due to an ongoing shortage of ED experienced volunteers and also a problem with staffing at the group’s venue, we cannot hold meetings in Dundee at present. However, should you wish to travel to Aberdeen, you would be most welcome to attend our group sessions. Supported Scotland run face to face meetings currently in […]
2023/24 has been a strange year. Attendances have not recovered as expected despite continuing enquiries about attending the group. The most likely reason for this is the growth of online support, which is much easier to access for those who find an evening slot difficult to manage or for those in rural areas. This is […]
This month, our NEEDS(Scotland) community was fortunate to welcome Claire, a Beat Lived Experience Ambassador, who generously shared her inspiring journey toward recovery. Claire’s presence was a catalyst for meaningful conversations, sparking introspection and inspiration among both individuals personally challenged by eating disorders and their dedicated caregivers. Claire, with unwavering honesty, walked us through the […]
The end of a year is a time for getting together with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season.It can be daunting with its festive gatherings and abundance of food, however, it’s essential to recognisethat this period is just a few days in the grand scheme of the year. Acknowledging your concerns and sharing […]
Everyone at NEEDS(Scotland) wishes you all the very best for 2023. Remember that all steps in the right direction, whether big or small, get you closer to your goal. NEEDS(Scotland) can offer you support to help you achieve that goal with monthly group self help sessions. Our facilitators all have experience of eating disorders, either […]
We have now returned to our usual meeting rooms in the Macrobin Centre, Royal Cornhill Hospital in Aberdeen and have already seen an increase in our numbers. This means we have our library and refreshments available once more. It also means that we are the only group using the facility at this time. Entrance to […]
Unfortunately Bridging the Gap is still unable to meet as there is an ongoing problem with evening staffing at the Dundee Carers’ Centre. We will advise everyone when meetings can resume. However, all those seeking support in the Dundee area are very welcome to attend meetings in Aberdeen on the first Monday of each month.
Wishing everyone a very belated happy New Year and hoping that at last, we can see some light at the end of the Covid 19 tunnel. We continue to have face to face groups in meeting rooms above Cafe Credo in Aberdeen city centre. There are two groups, one for adults with any eating disorder […]
I can’t believe it is December once more, and we are getting closer to the festive season. Once again Covid means that we may be facing some restrictions, but some gatherings will certainly go ahead. This may mean that some of our group members may be feeling apprehensive. It would be good if you can […]
