Midlothian Wellbeing Service (Thistle Foundation and Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership)

Who is this for?

  • Adults living with long term health conditions or facing challenging life situations

Who provides this?

  • Thistle Foundation
  • Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership

Description

Midlothian Wellbeing Service supports people living with long term health conditions or facing challenging life situations to find ways to cope better and live well.

Following an initial conversation with a Wellbeing Practitioner, you can choose the support option that feels right for you. Support options include:

  • one-to-one wellbeing coaching
  • lifestyle management courses
  • mindfulness courses
  • Shibashi Tai Chi classes within Midlothian free of charge

Courses are facilitated by staff and co-facilitated by trained peer volunteers.

We offer 1:1 face to face sessions, telephone or online video call.

The Midlothian Wellbeing Service is a partnership between Thistle Foundation and the Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership.

How do I access this?

  • Someone in your primary care team (GPs, Physio, O/T, Nurse, Mental health Nurse, Health visitor) can refer you for this service. No self-referrals.

Is there a cost?

All services are free of charge

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Location information

Our service is based in GP practices across Midlothian, and uses community venues to deliver courses.

Parking is available at each GP practice.

Opening times

Monday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Tuesday9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Wednesday9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Thursday9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Friday9.00 am – 6.00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed


Types of support on offer:

Online
Support from someone with similar experience
Support in person
Support with others

Type of services on offer:

Long term conditions/disabilities

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