This workshop brings together the Whitburn community, professionals and decision makers to develop a common understanding of type 2 diabetes. There are many factors that contribute to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, some that we cannot influence such as genetic and inherited factors and some that we may have a bit more control over, like body weight and activity levels. Having a higher body weight and body mass index (BMI) can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We know that other factors ranging from breastfeeding to deprivation are also closely linked to the risk of both obesity and type 2 diabetes.

This workshop brings together the Whitburn community, professionals and decision makers to develop a common understanding of type 2 diabetes. There are many factors that contribute to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, some that we cannot influence such as genetic and inherited factors and some that we may have a bit more control over, like body weight and activity levels. Having a higher body weight and body mass index (BMI) can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We know that other factors ranging from breastfeeding to deprivation are also closely linked to the risk of both obesity and type 2 diabetes.

The TSI Children’s Services Network, which VSGWL is part of, is delighted to present this event to you. Making Children’s Rights Real Across Scotland In support to the Year of Childhood, and to continue our commitment to children’s rights, this event will give an update on the UNCRC Incorporation. It will also bring people together to share experiences, tools and practice in relation to children and young people participation work.

The Volunteer Friendly Award has been redeveloped in 2021 by Volunteer Scotland and TSI Scotland Network. The new standard reflects current volunteer good practice and trends. The new process and offer allow for more volunteer programmes to engage with this award, to develop and be recognised for the work they do.

Join us to celebrate the launch of Westspace, and learn more about this exciting resource for West Lothian! Westspace is West Lothian's online space for mental health and wellbeing information. It has a new look, easy to read information, links to local support and a wide range of self-help resources. This event will be conducted…

NHS Lothian advise that they have an additional vaccine drop-in at Howden Health Centre this weekend (3 & 4 July, 9am-12noon) for the over 40s (AstraZeneca vaccine supply).

NHS Lothian’s mobile drop-in unit is coming to West Lothian this week (Friday 9th July and Saturday 10th July) to make it easier for people working in retail, hospitality or those who are out and about to get their vaccine. NHS Lothian has teamed up with Scottish Ambulance Service, which operates the drop-in unit, to provide injections to all…

NHS Lothian’s mobile drop-in unit is coming to West Lothian this week (Friday 9th July and Saturday 10th July) to make it easier for people working in retail, hospitality or those who are out and about to get their vaccine. NHS Lothian has teamed up with Scottish Ambulance Service, which operates the drop-in unit, to provide injections to all…

A drop-in vaccination clinic will be in operation in Howden, Livingston this weekend. The clinic will be open both Saturday and Sunday from 9am-4pm at Howden Health Centre and will make it easier for people living and working in and around Howden to get their vaccine. The clinic will provide vaccinations to all adults over…

A drop-in vaccination clinic will be in operation in Howden, Livingston this weekend. The clinic will be open both Saturday and Sunday from 9am-4pm at Howden Health Centre and will make it easier for people living and working in and around Howden to get their vaccine. The clinic will provide vaccinations to all adults over…

NHS Lothian have joined forces with Lothian Buses to offer a number of drop-in clinics within the community. Anyone over the age of 18 who requires either a first or second dose (provided they received the first vaccine more than eight weeks ago) of the vaccine can attend – no appointment necessary. Available at these…

These new smaller drop-in clinics, organised by the Health and Social Care Partnerships, are being launched in the hearts of communities across Lothian to make it easier for patients to get their vaccine. You can get your first dose, or your second, as long as it’s been more than eight weeks since your first. AstraZeneca is available for people aged…

On the 10th of August, The Larder with support from The Lens, will be hosting a Stakeholder Event to gain feedback and input which will support the development of their food insecurity project, Catalyst Kitchen. This event will take place via Zoom from 1pm-3pm. From this event they are looking to: – Understand the needs of their…

A ‘pop up’ shop will be taking place at Crofthead Community Centre on Saturday 30th July. Please see the poster below for more details.

On Monday 10 October 2022, West Space is hosting a community event at the Bathgate Partnership Centre, 11am to 3pm to celebrate World Mental Health Day. The event will highlight to the community the organisations which work across West Lothian and who can support them with their mental health and wellbeing.