Tagsa Uibhist - Slàinte agus Sunnd - Health and Wellbeing in our Community

23/04/2026

We are hiring a Post Diagnostic Support Link Worker (Dementia)!

Based within Tagsa’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Department, this role is also clinically supervised within NHS Western Isles Community Mental Health Team in Balivanich and receives referrals through the NHS. The purpose of this role is to help individuals recently diagnosed with dementia in the year following diagnosis to understand the illness and manage symptoms, to connect with others to reduce isolation, to explore how the person wants to be cared for as the condition progresses, to support processes such as setting Power of Attorney while the person still has the capacity and to support them to stay active and involved in local social networks.

To find out more go to Current Vacancies on www.tagsa.co.uk
To apply, please e-mail Hanna on hanna@tagsa.co.uk
Application Closing date: 15th of May, 2026

We look forward to hearing from you!

22/04/2026

This project shows what’s possible when local organisations work together to support our most vulnerable neighbours!

Tagsa Uibhist is delighted to announce the return of Biadh Blasta Uibhist, our meals on wheels project,  delivering nearly 1,000 nutritious, ready-made meals to vulnerable households across the islands this spring. Running from late April through mid-May 2026, the project will provide 992 frozen me...

22/04/2026

You are welcome to come along to the Ri Cheile Ceilidh this Friday, the 24th of April in the Griminish Church of Scotland Hall! We start at 2 pm and as usual there will be live music, tea and chat - we hope to see you there :)

14/04/2026

At Tagsa Uibhist, we are working hard to ensure the voices of our community are heard regarding the proposed closure of the Bank of Scotland branch.

We are in close and ongoing discussions with Alasdair Allan MSP and Torcuil Crichton MP, who are both advocating strongly for Uist. We are grateful for their efforts to highlight the unique challenges we face, from our ageing demographics and lack of public transport to the island premium' costs of switching to online banking.

Despite the pressure being applied, we have yet to receive a formal reply from the Bank.

The current criteria for "Banking Hubs" simply do not work for Uist. They ignore our geography, our transport links, and the privacy needs of community members.

We believe the closure should be postponed until a truly viable, equivalent service is guaranteed for everyone in Uist.

Pease write to your elected representatives to let them know how this closure affects you.

13/04/2026

https://www.tagsa.co.uk/news/tagsa-secures-23479-to-continue-vital-work-against-loneliness-and-isolation-in-uist/

09/04/2026

https://www.tagsa.co.uk/news/tagsa-uibhist-and-unison-sign-recognition-agreement/

Tagsa Uibhist is proud to announce the signing of a formal Recognition and Procedural Agreement with UNISON, the UK’s leading public service union. Effective as of March 20th, 2026, this milestone reinforces Tagsa’s mission to be an exemplary, supportive, and accountable employer. This agreement...

09/04/2026

https://www.tagsa.co.uk/news/tagsa-uibhist-to-lead-uist-community-tree-nursery-in-new-partnership-with-woodland-trust-point-and-sandwick-trust/

30/03/2026

At Tagsa Uibhist, we have been listening closely to the deep concerns shared by our clients, staff, and neighbours regarding the planned closure of the Bank of Scotland branch in Balivanich.

We know that for many in Uist, especially our older residents and those facing digital or geographic isolation, a physical bank branch isn't just a convenience; it is a vital lifeline.

We have formally written to Sir Robin Budenberg, Chair of the Bank of Scotland, urging the bank to reconsider this decision. We have highlighted the unique challenges our islands face, from digital exclusion to the lack of consultation with the third sector. We have also shared our letter with Torcuil Crichton MP and Allan MSP to ensure our community’s voice is heard at every level.

If you are worried about how this closure will affect you or someone you care for, please feel free to get in touch with us. While Tagsa Uibhist cannot help with banking issues directly, we will do our very best to support you or refer you to the appropriate agency for specialist advice.

24/03/2026

We are very grateful to NHS Western Isles and the Clothworkers Foundation for funding for a new Art Psychotherapy Studio which we will soon be building in the Community Tagsa Uibhist Community Gardens. This will add to our renewed efforts to support mental health, well-being, social inclusion and participation for all in our gardens.

Set in a peaceful and supportive environment, the cabin will feature large windows to make the most of natural light and will ensure accessibility to all clients via ramps and a wide doorway. In addition, it will also enable Tagsa’s weekly Gardening Club, which comprises a number of vulnerable adults, to have a safe space to use between their activities.

CREATIVE SANCTUARY CABIN FOR UISTt
To bolster Tagsa Uibhist’s approaches to supporting mental health and wellbeing on Uist, NHS Western Isles provided a capital grant to purchase a dedicated garden cabin to create a safe space for art psychotherapy and wellbeing groups and sessions.

A donation of £15,000 has enabled the group to purchase an insulated wooden cabin, which is located within their community gardens, surrounded by vibrant flowers, trees and soothing greenery. A further £10,000 grant from The Clothworkers Foundation, will be used to develop the base and path.

Tagsa Uibhist, which is a community-based charity, takes a holistic approach in helping people live their life to the full, and access the care and support they need to reach their potential. It does this by finding ways to connect people with each other, to be physically active, to learn new skills and fulfilling activities, and to take an active part in community life.

The cabin will be used for .... read more at https://www.wihb.scot.nhs.uk/creative-sanctuary-cabin-for-uist/

23/03/2026

You are most welcome to join the Ri Cheile Ceilidh this Friday the 27th of March in Griminish Church of Scotland. We start at 2 pm and as usual there will be music, chat and tea - we hope to see you there! 😀

20/03/2026

Tagsa Uibhist Community Gardens will be in full flow soon, most likely the second week of April - but will not have staff at the Gardens until then. If you have any enquiries, Tagsa staff are in the office or on 01870 602111. We look forward to another exciting growing season!

16/03/2026

We are looking to recruit a Domestic Assistant!

Tagsa Uibhist supports our service users to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes, helping them live as independently as possible.
As part of this, the Domestic Assistant role supports service users by maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic home environment. Domestic Assistants provide general cleaning including vacuuming, dusting, mopping and cleaning kitchens and bathrooms. They undertake household tasks such as laundry, ironing, changing
bed linen and general tidying.
If supporting people in our community by helping them maintain a clean and tidy home sounds like something you could do, please contact us!

For further queries and to apply, contact HR Mgr Hanna on
hanna@tagsa.co.uk - we look forward to hearing from you 😀