East Dunbartonshire Health Information

25/08/2025

Check out new SafeConnect initiative below from Alzheimer Scotland and Police Scotland to support those with dementia

To request a free SafeConnect set-up pack or to find out more about the initiative, contact the Dementia Advisor team at advice@alzscot.org or call 0300 373 5774

We’re proud to launch SafeConnect in partnership with Police Scotland – a new safeguarding initiative to support people with dementia who may be at risk of going missing.

The SafeConnect fob is a small, yellow device that can be carried or attached to clothing. It holds secure emergency contact details and can be scanned with a smartphone using Near Field Communication (NFC) to help quickly reunite someone with their loved ones or carers.

After a successful pilot in Argyll & Bute and West Dunbartonshire, we're now rolling out SafeConnect fobs free of charge to anyone living with dementia across Scotland.

To request a free SafeConnect set-up pack or learn more about the initiative, please visit our website - www.alzscot.org/safeconnect-request/

25/08/2025

Come along to the HENRY Starting Solids workshop on the 3rd September in Milngavie and find out how to introduce a range of tastes and textures your baby will enjoy!

Workshop details 👇 To sign up please scan the QR code, call 07387 414 287 or email info@earlyyearsscotland.org

20/08/2025

Everyone wants the best for their children, but as a parent it can be hard to know what that is as they start to grow up. That’s where HENRY's Happy Families: Growing Up comes in.

This FREE programme beginning on Tuesday 26th August is designed for parents and carers of primary school-aged children, helping your family build a healthier lifestyle that everyone can enjoy!

🌱 Learn practical tips
💬 Share experiences with other parents
💕 Make small changes that can make a big difference

Whether it’s mealtimes, routines, or emotional wellbeing, HENRY is here to support you every step of the way.

Programme details 👇
To sign up please scan the QR code, call 07387 414 287 or email info@earlyyearsscotland.org

08/08/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Play Town Soft Play & Activities Centre in Bishopbriggs is now part of the Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland scheme 🎉

Families visiting Play Town can enjoy all the fun knowing they’re in a space that welcomes and supports breastfeeding. It’s a small act that makes a big difference. 💕

Next time you visit, look out for the Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland sticker and spread the word!


Play Town Softplay & Activities Centre Bishopbriggs

07/08/2025

Bishopbriggs Community Treatment & Care Centre (CTAC) coming soon...


East Dunbartonshire HSCP are currently developing the Bishopbriggs Community Treatment & Care Centre within the Triangle Shopping Centre, Bishopbriggs. Unfortunately, the information sign at the site has been vandalised. Whilst the HSCP work to rectify the situation, service information and updates will be posted via our Social Medical channels to ensure residents are kept up to date. Click the link below to find out more about CTAC

01/08/2025

This year, is all about creating sustainable support systems. Because when communities come together to support breastfeeding families, the impact is meaningful and long-lasting. 💞

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible people and places across East Dunbartonshire who provide that warm chain of support.

From devoted friends and family, to the amazing East Dunbartonshire Health Visiting Team and Family Nurse Partnership…
To the inspiring peer supporters at the Hillhead Breastfeeding Group…
And to the welcoming space—our local leisure centres, libraries, Daydreams Bookshop and Farren Pharmacy in Lennoxtown provide as proud members of the Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland scheme.


NHSGGC Family Nurse Partnership Breastfeeding Network Greater Glasgow and Clyde Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies EDLC Leisure EDLC-Culture Daydreams Bookshop M Farren Pharmacy Lennoxtown East Dunbartonshire Council

01/08/2025

Need summer health advice? 🌞
NHS 24 can help you find the right info. Check out their summer health page on NHS inform and get tips on topics such as sun safety, insect bites, and prescribed medicines and travel. Visit https://orlo.uk/Bayoc to find out more.

31/07/2025

Starting school and moving on to high school are big steps for children & young people – and for parents and carers too! ⭐🤗🎒

Which is why Parent Club has tips and advice to help calm any nerves or worries about going back to, or starting, primary school and secondary school, as well as advice on supporting mental health – helping the school years to go more smoothly 💟

Find out more, visit ➡️parentclub.scot/topics/school-education

23/07/2025

Child protection is everyone’s responsibility. The East Dunbartonshire Child Protection Committee (CPC) promotes the welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people, safeguarding them from harm and neglect and protecting those at greatest risk. Find out more about their work by visiting the link in the comments. This summer, if you have concerns about a child, please call 0141 777 3000 (office hours), 0300 343 1501 (out of hours) or Police Scotland on 101 in an emergency. East Dunbartonshire Council

21/07/2025

Learn new skills and strategies to manage fussy eating at the HENRY Fussy Eating Workshop taking place on Wednesday 29th July in Cairns Church, Milngavie.

For more information or to sign up call 07387 414 287, email info@earlyyearsscotland.org or scan the QR code.

16/07/2025

We are recruiting for volunteer Helpers!
Would you like to train with us? Training is free, online, and earns an accredited qualification from the Open College Network. The next block starts on Monday 1 September and will run 7-9pm for 12 weeks.

The only entry requirement is having breastfed your own baby/ies (which includes exclusive expressing). In return, you will support parents at our infant feeding groups. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own babies and children along to groups.

We are looking for new Helper volunteers across our network of locations in Glasgow, Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, East Dunbartonshire and Inverclyde. Applications for our September block are open until Tuesday 29th July. To find out more and apply, follow this link:
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/training/helper2026-11/

We will also be running a course on Wednesday mornings, starting at the end of October, so if Monday evenings don' t suit you there will be an alternative soon.

Please share with anyone you think might be interested!

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10/07/2025

Great tips from our colleagues South Glasgow Health Information - NHS GGC for those going to TRNSMT this weekend ☀️🎤