Garelochhead Support Trust
Provided by: Garelochhead Support Trust
Social club for veterans and their families serving the local community with events and practical support.
Garelochhead Station Trust became a Scottish Charity in 2018 when a group of veterans and their spouses recognised that there are no local services delivering social opportunities for veterans and their families., in 2024, at the request of the members the charity changed the name to Garelochhead Support Trust (GST). Since 2018 the organisation has moved to larger premises to accommodate the increase in membership to over 200. The sharing of skill and social opportunities for the benefit of the community and other charities has been a highlight of GST achievement.
They hold regular social gatherings and information drop-ins. The cornerstone of GST service delivery is the fortnightly brunch club with a donation fee breakfast style meal for between 55 and 65 members, raffle, lending library, and, at special brunches such as our remembrance brunch, entertainment. Members of the RN also attend these brunches to chat with the members. At the request of the members we hold 9 special brunches throughout the year.
We also encourage other organisations, such as Citizens Advice to attend our brunches and discuss with the members the service they provide.
The positive impact on mental wellbeing that having the opportunity to share stories with your peer group, make plans and engage with members of the wider community has on the members can be summarised by one member when he gave the treasure a small donation saying ’Thanks for making me feel a part of a big family, Thank you’.
As part of the wellbeing and welfare services to members we have staff qualified in Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid, regular First Aid, ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).
How do I access this?
- Alliance Member referral
- Self referral
- Referral by third party
Venue / Location
All activities take place in Centre 81, Old School Road, Garelochhead. Accessibility is easy as all on ground level with disabled toilets provided.
When is this service available?
9am to 3pm 5 days per week
Who is eligible for this service?
Open to veterans, their families, and members of the wider community living in the geographic area of Helensburgh and Lomond, though other local authority area will be considered on a needs basis. Most members are 60+
Contact Details
Garelochhead Support Trust
Centre 81, Old School Road, Garelochhead, G84 0AT