Stroke Support – Drop-in at DGRI and Galloway Community Hospital
Stroke Association volunteers are hosting regular meetings to support local stroke survivors and their families. Come along and meet others, get information on how the Stroke Association can help,
share experiences and get support.
Carers Centre, Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary: Every Monday, 10am-2pm
Galloway Community Hospital, Drop in Centre: The third Thursday of every month, 2pm-3.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing – Kirkcudbright
Come and try it for FREE, on your own or with a friend. Everyone Welcome, All ages, All abilities.
Catholic Church Hall, High Street, Kirkcudbright, 7.30 – 9.00pm
For more information call Margaret on 07752399106
Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland – Peer Support Groups
Many stroke survivors or people living with long-term chest or heart conditions find it really helpful to connect with people who have had similar experiences.
Whether you want to find out more about your condition and how to look after yourself, or just fancy a friendly cuppa and a chat with people who know exactly how you’re feeling, the Peer Support Groups are the perfect place to meet likeminded people.
Each group offers their own programme of activities, with everything from gentle exercise sessions to coffee mornings.
There are 7 peer support groups in Dumfries and Galloway, you can find out more here
Quit Smoking – Drop-In Sessions September 2024
Galloway Community Hospital, Stranraer – Monday 9th September
Dalbeattie Medical Practice & Gardenhill Primary Care Centre, Castle Douglas – Tuesday 10th September
Newton Stewart Health Centre – Wednesday 11th September
Lockerbie Medical Practice & Gretna Surgery – Thursday 12th September
Langholm Medical Practice & St Michael’s Medical Practice (Dumfries) & Lochvale Medical Centre (Dumfries) & Ecclefechan Surgery – Friday 13th September
For more information email dg.quityourway@nhs.scot
Gentle Movement – New Classes Starting in Dumfries and Glentrool
Bethany Hall (Dumfries): Fridays 2.30pm. Cost = £3.20 including tea/coffee (Starting 30 Aug)
The Hive (Glentrool): Thursdays 10.30am. Cost = £2.40 including tea/coffee (Starting 19 Sept)
No need to book, just turn up. Form more information email Active.Communities@dumgal.gov.uk
Mindful Movement – Tyron Parish Hall (Starting 18th July 2024)
Tai Chi and Qi-gong are low impact exercises that have a number of health benefits and are ideal for helping ease back into a more active life.
These exercises are suitable for anyone with a long term health condition and can be done in a seated or standing position.
New class starting 18th July 2024
Thursdays at Tynron Parish Hall, 10.30 – 11.30am
Led by local trained and experienced volunteer facilitator Josephine Smith
Cost £15.00 per 6 week block
To register and secure your place, call Carolyn in the Community Health Development Team on 07388 955675 or email carolyn.watson@nhs.scot
Let’s Get Active with Alzheimer Scotland – Stranraer
Light exercises and physical activities for example armchair yoga, balloon tennis, memory walks to help promote a healthier lifestyle and reduce the risk of falls by improving balance and strength.
Date & time: The First and Third Fridays of the month – 10.30am – 12pm.
Location: Cromarty House, Brain Health Dementia Resource Centre, Sun Street, Stranraer, DG9 7JL.
For more information contact: Natalie Collins – Ncollins@alzscot.org or 07767647062.
Football Memories & Walking Football with Alzheimer Scotland & Versus Arthritis – Stranraer
2nd & 4th Friday of the month, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Pavilion Bar, Stair Park, London Rd, Stranraer DG9 8BS
Gentle exercise and walking football then cool down in the Pavillion with a pie and Bovril. Remembering the good old days, the players, the people and the matches.
The group is for people who are struggling with their memory or have a diagnosis of dementia.
Those who have been diagnosed with Arthritis or who are experiencing pain or stiffness in their joints are also welcome.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
To book or for more information contact:
Kelsey McWhirter – Alzheimer Scotland
Call: 07464 901788 or Email: kmcwhirter@alzscot.org
Gary Small – Versus Arthritis
Call: 07483 431897 or Email: g.small@versusarthritis.org
Social Rides: Starting Thursday 28 March at Dumfries Station
Sociable rides aimed at beginners and improvers. Thursday 28 March – 30 May, 1.30-3.30pm.
Call 07824 853 032 for more information or to book.
Try Curling @ Dumfries Ice Bowl
Book a 1 hour session for only £5.00 – you can see a full list of upcoming sessions at TryCurling
Dumfries Pole Walk – On Tour (October/November)
Dumfries Pole Walk continues ON TOUR through the Autumn. All walks leave at 10am on Mondays. Bring your own poles if you have them, if not there are some available to borrow. Beginners welcome.
2nd October – Dalswinton Church
9th October – Dock Park
16th October – Troston
23rd October – Crichton Easterbrook Hall Car Park
30th October – Heathhall Forest (Lockerbie Road Car Park)
6th November – Dock Park
13th November – Crichton Easterbrook Hall Car Park
Being There (Alcohol and Drug Support): Mens’ Walk and Talk Sessions Launching Soon
The Being There team are launching a BRAND NEW ‘Walk and Talk’ session especially for Men who support individuals experiencing issues around alcohol or drug use.
– Regular Walk & Talk Session
– Easily accessible local routes
– A mutual support network for Men affected by a loved one’s substance use
– Opportunity to share your experiences and have positive discussions
– Share ideas and strategies
FOR MORE INFO CONTACT Matthew Thomas: Being There Family Support Worker
mthomas@adssws.co.uk beingthere@adssws.co.uk 07355 094362
Women’s Walking Football @ St Cuthbert Wanderers FC, Kirkcudbright
Any ability welcome. Fun, friendly and social. Improve your fitness
Every Thursday afternoon at 1pm for women over 50
Call Craig on 07493 777855 for more information or email: saintswalkingfootball@gmail.com
Ballroom/Latin American Adult Dance Class – Sorbie Village Hall
Absolute Beginners Ballroom/Latin American Adult Dance Class, Sorbie Village Hall
Starting Sunday 16th April, 2-3pm. Tea/coffee/biscuits 3-3.30pm. Practice your dancing 3.30-4pm.
Singles and couples welcome, £5 per person. For more information contact Paul 07485153421
Greenlaw Guardians – Stewartry Rugby Football Club (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Baby Friendly Gym Hours – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12.30-1.30pm. First session free, gym membership £10 per month.
Tai Chi – Moffat, Lockerbie, Langholm, Annan
Email ruth.grieve@nhs.scot or call 07711021192 for more information
Tai Chi – Heathhall (Mondays 1.30pm–3.00pm)
These exercises are suitable for anyone with a long term health condition and can be done in a seating or standing position.
Cost £20.00 (4 weekly) to cover the cost of the venue, tea/coffee included.
To register and secure your place, call Carolyn in the Community Health Development Team on 07388 955675 or email carolyn.watson@nhs.scot
Yoga Class (Kate’s Kitchen, Annan)
Thursday afternoons, 2.30-3.30pm. Suggested donation £5. For more information contact yogafromtheheartdumfries@gmail.com
Walking Football: Fun Way To Improve Health For Adults Over 50 In Kirkcudbright
If you’re interested in joining or learning more, contact Craig at 07493 777855 or email saintswalkingfootball@gmail.com.
Tai Chi for Health and Wellbeing in Upper Nithsdale
Miners Memorial, Kelloholm – Fridays 11am – 12noon
Wanlockhead Community Centre – Fridays 11am – 12noon
A the Airts, Sanquhar – Fridays 2pm – 3pm
Cost £2.50 per week to cover the cost of the venue
To register and secure your place, call Carolyn in the Community Health Development Team on 07388 955675 or email Carolyn.watson@nhs.scot
Over 50s Table Tennis @ Dumfries Table Tennis Club
Come and play in a friendly relaxed atmosphere at a new over-50s drop-in sessions for beginners, returners and less-experienced players.
Thursdays 11.00am – 12.30pm
First visit free, then £3 per session cash or card. Refreshments included, equipment provided. Wheelchair-accessible venue & tables.
Interested? Just drop in during the session, or for more info email ttdumfries@gmail.com
DG Doing More Launch – Slosh Challenge
To celebrate the launch of our DG Doing More campaign we’re inviting you to take part in our workplace #StaffSlosh challenge with your colleagues, or our #CommunitySlosh challenge at your local sports club, community class/group or with friends. Spot prizes will be awarded to groups who share their photos and videos.
Thank you to the fantastic group from Lochfoot who have provided a great #CommunitySlosh demonstration in the video below.
Staff from Wallace Hall Primary School have also been practicing for the #StaffSlosh challenge!
Tips for sharing your photos/videos
If sharing please remember to tag @activecommunitiesdg and use #DGDoingMore and #StaffSlosh or #CommunitySlosh. We will share as many of these as we can and will present DG Doing More merchandise to the stars of the most inspiring photos and videos.
DG Doing More Launch – Chalkstacle Course Challenge
For those of you who don’t want to take part in our #StaffSlosh or #CommunitySlosh challenge, or those who want to do a bit more, we have a second launch week challenge…
We are asking workplaces and schools to create chalk obstacle courses on the ground outside their premises, encouraging service users/staff/parents to complete the course as they pass. Springfield Primary have put together a superb video to show you exactly what you need to do.
If you’re at a school why not ask your playleaders to create the course near the school gate and parents can take part as they wait to pick up their children from school, or if you work in an office why not set up a course near the entrance and encourage your colleagues to have a shot on the way in and out of the building. You can find ideas for your course designs here.
Don’t forget to write #DGDoingMore next to the course! We will also be awarding spot prizes to some of the people or groups who set up and/or take part in the courses, so don’t forget to share your photos/videos! #DGDoingMore #ChalkstacleCourse
Prizes
Prizes may include DG Doing More branded water bottles, shopping bags, snoods and pens
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