Grassy Riggs – Memories Group
Grassy Riggs offers a supportive place for people over the age of 65 to come together and experience purposeful social engagement. It aims to alleviate isolation and exclusion as well as establish a stronger identity and belonging.
Service Description
The Grassy Riggs hosts a weekly peer lead Memories Group which provides an opportunity for older people to socialise and engage in fun and informative activities.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 10.30 am – 12.00 pm
Location: 10 Woodburn Rd, Dalkeith EH22 2AT
How To Get In Touch
Email: janette.hope@mvacvs.org.uk
Phone Number: 0131 654 1770
Service Categories
Eligibility
Intended Client Groups:
- Older People
Residency:
This service is available to residents of all parts of Edinburgh
Applicants for this service should also meet this condition:
People over the age of 65
Referral
Self Referral
This service accepts direct self referrals.
Agency Referral
Any health or social care agency
Contact Info. & Service Address
10 Woodburn Road
Dalkeith
EH22 2AT
Service Hours
-Monday to Thursday 10.00am - 3.00 pm Friday 10.00 am - 12.00 pm-
Service Contact
Tel: 0131 654 1770
Email: janette.hope@mvacvs.org.uk
Website: www.facebook.com/pg/thegrassyriggs
Provider's Name: Midllothian Voluntary Action (MVA)
Type: Charity/Voluntary
Midlothian Voluntary Action (MVA) is the Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) services in Midlothian. MVA supports voluntary organisations (staff and board/management committees) in Midlothian. MVA exists to work alongside local communities to identify areas of need and attempt to fill the gaps: and to encourage and facilitate networking and communication between the voluntary, statutory and private sectors. MVA provide information on events and training run by MVA itself and other organisations and also produce newsletters e-briefings and other publications.