Welcome to InTouch Forth Valley !

Posted on 18 February, 2010 by intouchforthvalley

Welcome to the InTouch Forth Valley information service, provided by Stirling and District Association for Mental Health (SDAMH).

The service is intended to provide easier access for people in the Stirling and District area, to information about mental health and related areas, and about positive emotional well-being.

The service is delivered to members of the public in the Stirling and District area through this website and our database, and also through advice sessions at relevant organisations and where appropriate, through assisting with individual research queries.

You will find links on this site to a wealth of information about mental health and well-being. 

You can scroll down this window to see the most recent information added to our site, or explore the words listed on the right hand column of the screen, to find information on a particular issue.

Click on “Site Help” to find out more, or just start browsing.

You can make the words bigger by pressing

the “Ctrl” and “+” keys both at the same time

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Art Exhibitions – Forth Valley Open Studios

Posted on 14 June, 2010 by intouchforthvalley
Welcome to Forth Valley Open Studios 2010  
Artists across the Forth Valley are opening their doors for the first time  

This event is a celebration of talent and individual inspiration: it has attracted more than 100 artists in its first outing.

You are invited to share the experience of the artist, invited into that special arena – the studio – where artists and makers develop their creativity. You are being offered privileged access to the creative process and to the artists in the place where it happens and where they work, a place usually closed and private.

Forth Valley Open Studios 2010 is a non-profit event organised by a committee of enthusiastic and competent volunteers drawn from busy artists across the (loosely interpreted) Forth Valley.

The studios you can visit will offer a surprising diversity of works and the chance to buy or view, talk directly to the artists about their work and ideas: the studio space itself might be purpose-built or might also be an adapted, ingenious solution to the question of where to work creatively.

 Forth Valley Open Studios takes place from 12-20 June 2010, with studios being open from 10am-5pm (with some late opening to 7pm, please see individual artist entries for exact opening times).

The studios are organised around 4 routes : The Trossachs, The Campsies, Falkirk Area, The Ochils. Full details can be found in the routes section of their website http://www.forthvalleyopenstudios.com/ .

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MIND – for better mental health

Posted on 14 June, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

MIND can help people who self-harm. It can provide information and advice to help anyone who self harms.

The reasons behind self-harming and ways which it can be reduced or stopped can be explored.

There is a booklet on understanding self-harm which will help anyone who self-harms or people close to them.

The MIND infoline is 0845 766 0163

MIND also has charity shops across Britian.

The web address is www.mindorg.uk/help/information

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Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchforthvalley

The Scottish Centre for Healthy Working Lives are here to help employers, employees and partner agencies come together to create a much healthier and more motivated workforce.

This is achieved by a variety of means including free, confidential Workplace Visits, practical information and advice, and a structured Award Programme.

More information at their website http://www.healthyworkinglives.com/ and InTouch Forth Valley hopes to bring more details in June about specific aspects in the Forth Valley area.

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Volunteers Week 2010 Scotland

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchforthvalley

Find out about Volunteers Week in Scotland (1st-7th June 2010) at the following website

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National Self Harm Network

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

The NSHN organisation aims to support those who self-harm, empower these people to seek support and alternatives to self harm, and to educate self-harm sufferers and their carers.

It also aims to influence health and social care policies locally and nationally.

http://www.nshn.co.uk/

Call 0800 622 6000 ( 7pm – 11pm )

Address – NHSN PO Box 7264 Nottingham NG1 6WJ

Membership of this charity is free. It is sponsored by the National Lottery Big Lottery Fund

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Scottish Outdoor Access Code

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

In Scotland most land is available for recreation. People must follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code when exploring Scotlands countryside.

For dog-owners there are basic common sense rules to follow, like keeping dogs on leads if in a field where there are cows or horses.

Other advice is to keep dogs out of fields of vegetables or fruit , unless on a clear path.

Dogs must not enter fields where there are lambs, calves or other young animals.

Visit www.outdooraccess-scotland.com for more information.

Call 01738 444177 to get a copy of this code. A large print copy is available.

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CAIRNGORM MOUNTAIN

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

Cairngorm mountain is a spectacular environment in the wild where you can climb, walk, ski or observe the widlife.

There is the UK’s highest funicular railway, a mountain garden and the opportunity to see some of Britain’s rarest and well known birds.

The mountain can be reached by bus, car, bike or on foot. Weather permitting the mountain is open all year round, except on Christmas day. (The railway may be closed for part of November for maintenance. )

There is a shop on the mountain selling maps, books, binoculars and other items. There is a bar selling wine, coffee and home-baking.

An exciting new attraction is the free to enter ” The Dark Room “, a ‘Camera Obscura’ taking you on a visual journey to 48 locations across Scotland.

Snow permittting the skiing, sledging and snowboarding is amongst the best in Scotland.

For more information visit www.cairngormmountain.org

or phone 01479 861261

Other activities include Ceilidh nights, exhibitions by local artists, educational visits and several outdoor sports events.

The mountain is wheelchair friendly but weather conditions can pose problems and registered guide dogs are welcome on the train.

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HIGHLAND SAFARIS

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

This safari is based in the heart of Scotland in Perthshire. As well as Land Rover safaris there is off-road driving, deer park, garden, cafe, shop and Scotland’s only Gem and Gold panning centre.

The safari takes in 250,000 acres of Perthshire and reaches heights of nearly 3000 feet. Grouse, Red Deer, Golden Eagles and other rare wildlife can be found on this safari.

Booking is essential.  Call 01887 820071 to book.  The safari is open all year.

For the off-road driving a driving licence is required and you get the assistance of an experienced instructor who will steer you through forests, burns etc.

There are several different types of safaris – a forest safari, cycle safari, walking safari and a mountaion safari.

Stag and Hen parties, birthdays and other celebrations are all catered for, a personal Safari Ranger and a Private Charter Range Rover can be provided.

The Safari Lodge has a gift shop and cafe.

There is ample car/bus parking, disabled access is catered for (including some disabled access to the Land Rovers) and there is plenty of space for things like picnics.

School groups and childrens parties are welcome

To book go to www.highlandsafaris.net

Address Aberfeldy, Perthshire PH15 2JQ

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The WALLACE MONUMENT

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

The Wallace Monument is situated just outside Stirling’s city centre in Causewayhead.  It is a spectacular site which overlooks the scene of the famous Battle of Stirling bridge from the 13th century.

The monument is dedicated to Scotland’s most celebrated hero William Wallace.

To access the monument entrance tickets can be bought at the Visitors Reception Centre. The visitors centre is fully accessible to the disabled and the monument has limited disabled access.

The monument is open all year round only closing for 2 days in January for essential maintenance and on Christmas day, Boxing day and New Years day.

Special events take place at the monument , like a celebration of St. Andrews Day and a Battle of Stirling bridge historical presentation.

For more details visit www.nationalwallacemonument.com

or call 01786 472140

The monument is supported by Stirling Council, the Scottish Forestry Commission, the Scottish Tourist Board and the European Union.

The monument can host special events like weddings, presentations and product launches, phone the above number for a special events information pack.

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NOAH’S ARK – family entertainment centre

Posted on 28 May, 2010 by intouchfvvol1rm

NOAH’s ARK is situated in Perth and has plenty of activities for families to enjoy. Amongst these are 10-pin bowling, twin seater and single seater karts, faster karts for older children and a softplay area for the under 12′s.

There is a restaurant open all day serving fresh food and home baking.

The Ark opens from 10am to 6pm seven days a week.

Visit www.noahsarkperth.co.uk for more information

or call 01738 445568

Address – Old Gallows Road, Western Edge, Perth PH1 1QE

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