From Garden to Plate π₯π½
Creating a mini garden has been a fantastic new project for Liam at Treehouse. With the support of Wellbeing Practitioners, Irene and Kimberley, he sawed and sanded the wood, nailed the frame together and added a splash of colour with paint before planting his very first flowers.
For now, begonias are brightening up the planter until the growing season begins when Liam will move on to growing his own vegetables!
This is an exciting next step in Liamβs work towards achieving his SQA in Healthy Eating! The aim is for him to be involved in the full journey from garden to plate, gaining experience in planting, preparing and cooking meals. π¨βπ³
Treehouse is our specialist wellbeing service for neurodivergent adults aged 16+ who require an individualised programme and bespoke environment to support and improve their wellbeing, skills development and independence. We provide safe, supportive spaces where young adults, like Liam, can thrive in their own way, with consistent routines designed around their interests, strengths and goals.
π Find out more about Treehouse on our website: https://www.donaldsons.org.uk/treehouse/
π Something for the weekend?
Why not pop into the @dyslexiascotland drop-in DyslexiFest event in Stirling tomorrow, October 4th.
It`s completely free, and you can pop in anytime from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM to browse information, hear talks, and chat with staff and volunteers. Easy, helpful, and informative!
Talks Schedule:
11.00 β 12.00
Meet the Dyslexia Club! Bestselling author Margaret Rooke talks with some of the young people with dyslexia whose words helped with her new book. Encourage and inspire your 7 to 12 year olds.
12.15 β 1.15
How Mindmapping can help with dyslexia β with Darius Namdaran from ivvi.
12.30 β 1.45
Parent Masterclass β what is dyslexia and how you can support your child with Sharon Hall.
1.30 β 2.30
Meet the Dyslexia Club! Bestselling author Margaret Rooke talks with some of the young people with dyslexia whose words helped with her new book. Encourage and inspire your 7 to 12 year olds.
2.00 β 3.00
CALL Scotland β assistive technology to help with dyslexia
**Please note that talks cannot be booked in advance. Tickets for talks will be available on arrival but due to room capacity Dyslexia Scotland cannot guarantee places in any of the talks.
#DyslexiaSupport #DyslexiaAwareness
October is here, and that means it`s ADHD Awareness Month! π£
In Scotland, research indicates that 2.5%β4% of adults and 5% of children have ADHD (and the actual number may be higher as some people choose not to seek a formal diagnosis).
So, why is raising awareness so important?
By increasing understanding, we can:
π Reduce Stigma β Challenge stereotypes and build a more inclusive society for everyone.
π Support Earlier Identification β Help people access the right support and tools when they need them most.
π Celebrate Strengths β Recognise the creativity, energy, and innovative thinking often found in ADHD minds.
At The Donaldson Trust, we are committed to creating neuroinclusive environments where all neurodivergent individuals feel supported and valued.
#adhdawareness #ADHD #Neurodiversity #Inclusion
It`s Dyslexia Awareness Week! π£
This year, our friends at @dyslexia_scotland are challenging the whole country to become myth busters! It`s a fantastic way to raise awareness, improve understanding, and tackle common misconceptions.
Ready to get involved? They have tons of free resources and some great free events you can attend!
π Visit the website to find out how you can join the campaign:
www.dyslexiascotland.org.uk/dyslexia-awareness-week/
#DyslexiaAwarenessWeek #MythBuster #DyslexiaScotland #DyslexiaAwareness
Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of neurodivergent young adults? This could be the opportunity youβve been waiting for!
We`re looking for a Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Adult Services team at The Donaldson Trust!
In this role, youβll provide calm, attuned support tailored to each neurodivergent young adultβs individual needs, helping them build their independence, confidence and wellbeing.
If you have experience supporting adults with individualised needs and hold (or are willing to work towards) SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare, weβd love to hear from you.
Applications close: Sunday 19th October
πApply here: http://bit.ly/3Wfg1o9
#TransformationTuesday
Over the summer, our outdoor spaces have continued to grow – quite literally! π³
We`re excited to share a new outdoor wellbeing garden, created to offer a calm, welcoming space for the young people supported across our Vibe, Gate and Treehouse services. This space will be used for everything from relaxed social time to nature-based wellbeing activities, offering a chance to step outside, slow down and connect.
A huge thank you to our incredible Facilities Team for bringing this project to life over the summer break. Their hard work has created something really special – and weβre looking forward to seeing how the space evolves with the seasons and the people who use it. π₯°
The young people in Vibe had a fantastic visit to Helix Park recently to experience the exciting RAF event! It was a brilliant opportunity for young people to explore the wide range of roles within the Royal Air Force. β
They were thrilled to sit inside a real fighter jet and step aboard an RAF helicopter, sparking curiosity and excitement about aviation. They also got to try on RAF Police uniforms and put their reflexes to the test with interactive reaction challenges, giving them a taste of the physical and mental skills involved in RAF careers.
One of the highlights was learning about cyberspace operations and how digital teams support RAF pilots and missions. The young people also sampled delicious food prepared by a real RAF chef! π¨βπ³
The event was packed with engaging, educational activities and plenty of RAF-themed goodies to take home.
An inspiring day that opened young eyes to the many exciting pathways within the RAF! π
What a moment! Our Treehouse team took on the Wee Wander at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on Sunday β and together they raised an amazing Β£761 to support the people we work with. π
The money raised will help us bring even more sensory resources to the people we support at Treehouse. From bubble tubes and light projectors to weighted blankets and fidgets, these resources will create calming, engaging spaces where individuals can thrive.
Treehouse Wellbeing Practitioner, Stacey, shared:
βThe money raised is going to achieve great things for the people that we support and enrich their day with us at Treehouse. β
Weβre very proud of the team and grateful to everyone who donated and cheered them on! π
