Author: alan
Eid al-adha Event
The event was to celebrate Eid al-adha, Feast of the sacrifice. The Arabic for sacrifice means “to be close to someone / something and / or” to offer” suggesting that […]
Draw Visit
Draw is a not for profit arts organisation based in Drumchapel Glasgow. Like Parklea they work with a number of care and education providers such as Schools, Housing Associations, Local […]
21st Anniversary
On the 25th July 2017, Parklea Branching Out celebrated our 21st Anniversary. Parklea Branching Out has been providing therapeutic gardening and a range of programmes to support the personal development […]
Paisley’s Disability Resource Centre’s Open Day
On May 19th, a group from Parklea Branching Out visited Paisley’s Disability Resource Centre’s open day. Eleven of Parklea’s Service Users took part in the visit. The visit gave the […]
Seagull Trust Barge Trip 2017
For the third year in a row, Parklea Branching Out has enjoyed attending the Seagull Trust Barge Trips in Kirkintilloch. Throughout April 2017 we have had four separate groups travel […]
Partnership Working.
Inverclyde HSCP The organisation works in partnership with Inverclyde HSCP to provide services and support for adults and young people with learning and physical disabilities. Click HERE for more information […]
Arts, Crafts and Media
Active Options Programme Beginning in 2013, the Active Options Programme was initially created by funding from Inverclyde CHCP. Access for Beginners to Computing project These seasonal workshops are delivered weekly […]
Peer Support
The Peer Support Mentoring Network was set up to give the service users a ”real” voice within Parklea and its future. Regular meetings and events are organised to facilitate discussion, […]
Health and Wellbeing
Cooking Workshops Beginning in 2017, Parklea Branching Out began to deliver cooking workshops. Each block of workshops run for six weeks and are delivered by the organisations Community Chef. […]
Grow and Learn
Horticulture involves the knowledge and ability to grow fruits, flowers, plants, and vegetables. Having a certificate of competence to show potential employers or colleges gives the people more credibility. Horticulture […]