G.R.A.C.E.

10/10/2026

💬 “Mental health matters every day. Today’s a reminder to check in with yourself and someone you care about 💜”

24/09/2026

Never been to GRACE? Here's genuinely all you need to know.

We're a local charity, run by people with lived experience, and we support adults 18 and over who are rebuilding their lives after something hard. That could be addiction, mental health, homelessness, bereavement, or just feeling cut off from the world.

There's no waiting list, no referral, no obligation. You can just come in.

Two simple steps:

Pop into our community space at 22 Union Street, Kirkintilloch and have a chat with one of our volunteers.
Ask about the classes and pick whatever takes your fancy.
Most things are drop in, so there's no need to book. And if you'd rather not walk in cold, email us first and we'll look after you.

You don't have to do it all at once. Start with a cuppa.

[email protected]
https://graceaftercare.org/
📍 GRACE HQ, 22 Union Street, Kirkintilloch

24/09/2026

We’ve had an incredible so far, and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has joined us!

The week isn't over yet. We still have a few days packed with activities, and there is always a seat saved for you. Check out the schedule below and feel free to pop into one of our centres.

Taking that first step can feel daunting, but you don't have to face it alone. Everyone here at GRACE is walking their own recovery path, and our doors are always open. 💚

21/09/2026

Wrap Up UK and Kirkintilloch&Lenzie Rotary Club are collecting jackets, support them if you can 👍

It's that time again. Wrap Up! 🧥❄️🧥⛈️🧥🥶🧥
All here at our club are girding their loins for the big push! Boxes going out, pick ups arranged, sorting venue engaged (thanks to Caulders Garden Centre for the space) Team for selecting, folding and bagging organised. Drivers ready to deliver warm winter wear to our community. We stand like greyhounds in the slips! Watch this space!

21/09/2026

Celebrate Recovery Month with us from Monday 21st to Saturday 26th September. In partnership with East Dunbartonshire Alcohol and Drug Partnership, we are hosting a full week of fun, games, activities, and our annual recovery walk.

GRACE is a peer-led charity providing trauma and addiction recovery aftercare, wellbeing workshops, and community support across East Dunbartonshire.

Activity schedules are on their way to members. To refer yourself or join our community, contact our Pathway Worker, Marthos Christoforou, on 07471908820 or email [email protected].

Visit graceaftercare.org for more information.

18/09/2026

September 2026 is National Recovery Month, an annual observance dedicated to celebrating individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use challenges while raising awareness of evidence-based treatment and support.

GRACE celebrates Recovery Week a full week of projects joining in fun and games including a local Recovery Walk

Members past and present hope to see as many people as possible take part in this amazing celebration

All In Fitness
Mindful-Being
Jacqui Allan Therapies
Reiki & EFT Personal Healing

15/09/2026

Got a hobby you keep meaning to try? We've got the table ready.

We run a proper line up of creative classes at GRACE, and they're all free and open to anyone 18 and over who's been through something. No experience needed, no talent needed. That's genuinely not a line, the whole point is to just have a go.

Creative Arts with Rachel every week. Materials are all provided, you just turn up. Knitting, sewing and crochet at Pins and Needles, where folk share what they know and learn together. The Jewellery Project makes lovely little pieces by hand, and they even go on sale to raise money for us. The Digital Cafe helps you feel less lost on your phone or laptop. And if you fancy something bigger, the Creative Productions, EDCTV and Film projects get you making proper things behind a camera.

So if you've been looking for something to do with your hands, this is your sign.

All the times are on the What's On page:

https://graceaftercare.org/

and you can email us any time: [email protected]

14/09/2026

10/09/2026

💬 “You are not alone. Your story matters. Let’s keep talking 💛”

***dePreventionDay

10/09/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month, a time to talk openly and remind anyone struggling that they do not have to carry the weight alone.

At GRACE, we believe in People Supporting People. Healing starts with connection. A quick check-in, a cup of tea, or sharing time in our peer groups can break the isolation that makes hard times feel permanent.

If you are struggling, please remember that your story is not over.

For free, confidential 24/7 crisis support, call Samaritans on 116 123 or text SHOUT to 85258. In Scotland, you can also call Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87, call NHS 24 on 111, or dial 999 in an emergency.

To connect with our safe, trauma-informed peer recovery community in East Dunbartonshire, visit graceaftercare.org.

***dePreventionMonth