Linburn and Hawkhead Activity Hubs

Provided by: Sight Scotland Veterans

Don’t lose sense of who you are because of changes to your sight.

Our Linburn activity hub in West Lothian and our Hawkhead activity hub in Renfrewshire provide a wealth of activities and social opportunities for visually impaired veterans. Our teams coordinate activities for veterans to explore interests, reconnect with their passions, develop new skills and meet new friends in a safe, welcoming environment. This provides them with an opportunity to chat and meet others going through similar experiences with sight loss. With fully adapted facilities and programmes, no matter what sight condition, veterans can enjoy and benefit from attending our hubs. Many of our veterans tell us the difference that regularly attending is life changing. The buildings are modern and fully accessible. They’re the ideal place to bring our veterans together. Our hub facilities include a: – woodwork workshop – arts and crafts room – cooking skills kitchen – computer and I.T. suite – sports hall and gymnasium – gardens and greenhouse

How do I access this?

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Referrals to both centres come the Sight Scotland Veterans through Independent Living or Rehabilitation Services. They can be contacted through the freephone information line (0800 035 6409) from 10am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 10am to 3pm Friday.

Venue / Location

Both centres are on one level, and are both disability and VI accessible

When is this service available?

8:30am to 4:30pm

Who is eligible for this service?

Veterans must have a visual impairment who have served in the armed forces.

Contact Details

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Sight Scotland Veterans

2a Robertson Ave, Edinburgh, EH11 1PZ

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