Time 4 Mum (Firsthand Lothian)

Availability : Edinburgh Wide

Who is this for?

  • Mums experiencing isolation

Description

Time 4 Mum helps isolated mums, who have childcare in place, explore and participate in activities in their local community.

You will be matched with a trained volunteer and meet weekly for up to 20 weeks. Together, you will explore opportunities to do activities that you have enjoyed in the past and/ or explore new things. The volunteer will attend with you and gradually withdrawing once your have built up more confidence.

How do I access this?

  • Self referral
  • Referral by third party

Is there a cost?

Travel expenses to activities

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Location information

  • Parking (free and paid)
  • Wheelchair access

Opening times

Arranged around the needs of each individual

First Hand

Contact Details

Bev Read
Strathmore, 8b McDonald Road, Edinburgh, EH7 4LZ

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Types of support on offer:

Support in person
Support on the phone

Type of services on offer:

Anxiety
Isolation
Loneliness
Relationships and Family Life
Self confidence
Self harm
Stress
Substance use

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