Happy Birthday, Robert! Wishing our incredible CEO a wonderful birthday filled with happiness, laughter, and all the things you love. Thank you for your inspiring leadership and dedication. From all of us at GRACE Aftercare.

Team GRACE is doing the Glasgow Kiltwalk on 26 April 2026! Join Yvette for the Wee Wander (3 miles) at 11am and help support GRACE. Tickets sell fast! Tickets 👉 https://thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/glasgow Fundraising 👉 https://www.justgiving.com/team/grace-kiltwalk2026 #Kiltwalk2026 #GRACEAftercare

A massive thanks to one of our volunteers for creating this truly amazing highlight video from the Light Up Kirky Parade! It perfectly captures the spirit of the day. Check it out below! #GRACE #Kirky #PeopleSupportingPeople #LightUpKirkyParade #VolunteerLove #CommunityEvent #ThankYou

Our founder, Robert Smith, has been awarded the BEM for creating GRACE, a vital charity supporting people through trauma and mental health challenges. 💙 Read more: https://shorturl.at/oGNHO   #TeamGRACE #Aftercare #PeopleSupportingPeople #Trauma #BEM

💛 If you fancy helping GRACE in an easy way, you can refer a friend to Give as you Live, and we get a little bonus donation. It’s free + takes a minute! Link: https://shorturl.at/hXDwC   Thanks if you do 💛✨ #GRACEAftercare #GiveAsYouLive

✨ CREATIVITY IS GOOD! Join our 10-week Winter Art & Creative Thinking Workshops to relax, create, and reconnect with your spark. 📅 Thu 8 Jan 2026 ⏰ 10am–2pm 📍 Hillhead Community Centre All welcome! 🌸

🎥 EDCTV is launching! Free 8-week project to share local stories + learn filming and presenting—no experience needed. 📅 Tuesdays, 10am–2pm (20 Jan–10 Mar 2026) 📍 Kirkintilloch Scout Hall Register via QR code or email [email protected] #EDCTV #CommunityTV #GetInvolved

The holidays can be tough. You are not alone. Support is available right now. Here are vital helplines: Samaritans: 116 123 SHOUT: Text 85258 CALM: 0800585858 Mind: 03001233393 Stay safe and look after yourself this Christmas. #Support #MentalHealth #GraceAftercare

🎄✨ Donna’s Christmas lights switch on Sat 30 Nov! All donations go to GRACE  💛 Donate via the box or JustGiving QR. Marmion Drive, Kirkintilloch.  #ChristmasLights #GRACE #FestiveCheer #Kirkintilloch

🎄✨ GRACE is joining the Light Up Kirky Christmas Parade on Sat 29 Nov! Expect music, lights & plenty of festive bubbles as we bring the fun to the streets of Kirkintilloch. Come cheer us on! 🎶🫧 #LightUpKirky #KirkyChristmas #GRACECommunity

📸 Say thanks with a selfie! 🤞💙 A huge thank you to National Lottery players — your support helps make our work at GRACE possible. #BecauseOfYou #ThankYou #MakingADifference #CrossedFingers

🎨 Creative drop-ins this Nov & Dec! Relaxed sessions with festive + mindful makes. 📍 Auchinairn (Weds): 26 Nov, 3 & 10 Dec 📍 Hillhead (Thurs): 27 Nov, 4 & 11 Dec 🕥 10am–12:30pm All materials provided! ✨ #GraceArtWorkshops #GetCreative

👻🎃 A huge thank you from GRACE! 🎃👻 What an incredible time we had at our 2025 Halloween Party — amazing costumes, smiles all around, and such a special energy! 💜 Here are a few snaps to relive the fun! #GRACEaftercare #HalloweenParty2025 #CommunityLove #PeopleSupportingPeople

💜 Support GRACE every time you shop online — at no extra cost! Sign up with easyfundraising and your favourite retailers will donate to GRACE with every purchase  👉https://tinyurl.com/2a5xcznu  #easyfundraising #SupportGRACE #GiveBack #FundraisingMadeEasy

🎃✨ Happy Halloween from all of us at GRACE! ✨🎃 Wishing you a day full of smiles, treats, and fun costumes! Whether you’re enjoying a pumpkin patch, baking spooky goodies, or just soaking up the autumn vibes, we hope your Halloween is full of joy. 🍬💛 #HappyHalloween #SpookyFun #GRACECares

👻 Who’s joining us for some spooky fun? 🎃 Our Halloween Party is on Thurs 30 Oct, 12–3pm at Hillhead Community Centre! Dress up, play games & enjoy some Halloween laughs 💜 #HappyHalloween #CommunityFun #GRACEAftercare

1 in 5 adults experiences mental illness each year. 🌍 At GRACE, we’re breaking the stigma and reminding you—mental health matters. 💙 You’re not alone. #GRACEAftercare #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters

👣 Walking Together with GRACE Join our weekly walks in Bishopbriggs & Kirkintilloch – a safe, friendly space to connect, share & heal. 💚 Wednesdays | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM 📩 [email protected] #WalkingTogether #RecoveryCommunity #GRACEAftercare

Our AGM on 13 Oct 2025 went smoothly! Thank you to our continuing board, a warm welcome to new members, and heartfelt thanks to Indira for all her amazing contributions — you’ll always be part of the GRACE family. 💫 Great chats, good company, and plenty of cake! 🍰 #GRACE #Community

🌿 Exciting news! Our GRACE Art Group’s collaboration with artist Elena Harris for the Connecting Twecher/Hillhead project is being installed this week! 🎉 Well done to everyone involved! 💫 #CommunityArt #GraceArtGroup #CreativityInAction

The Power of Small Steps ✨ Healing doesn’t always mean big breakthroughs. Sometimes it’s one brave act today – getting out of bed, talking to someone you trust, eating well, or saying “no.” Every small step is progress. #GraceAftercare #TraumaRecovery #SmallStepsBigImpact #HealingJourney

🌍 World Mental Health Day – 10th October 🌱 At GRACE we know it’s okay to not be okay. Take a moment to check in with yourself and others. Small steps, kind words, and reaching out can make a big difference. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #GRACEAftercare #YouAreNotAlone

A wonderful week at GRACE! We’ve welcomed so many people to our new Community Space on Union Street, shared cakes, and watched the EDCTV2 Community Filming Project. What would you like to see next at GRACE? #GRACECommunity #TogetherWeGrow

Jewellery Making Workshop! ✨ Unwind, learn a new skill, and practice mindfulness in a supportive space. No experience needed—just show up! Every Tuesday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Where: Hillhead Community Centre, Kirkintilloch #GRACEaftercare #CraftingForWellbeing #Kirkintilloch

💛 What’s your favourite way to take care of your wellbeing? We’d love to know what helps you feel your best – vote below! 👇 #GraceAftercare #WellbeingPoll #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthMatters

Walk it out with GRACE! Join our supportive outdoor walk for fresh air, movement, and community. Everyone is welcome. Every Thursday: 11:30am - 12:30pm Meet: GRACE Community Space, Kirkintilloch #GRACEaftercare #WalkOutside #Kirkintilloch

Feeling anxious? 💛 Try these quick resets: ✨ Notice 5 things around you ✨ Breathe slowly ✨ Repeat “I am safe” ✨ Step outside ✨ Use calming scents or take a shower Small steps = big difference. 💛 #AnxietySupport #GraceAftercare

🌹 Recovery Walk Scotland 2025 🌹 GRACE joined thousands in Stirling for a day of remembrance, music & celebration of recovery. ❤️✨ Huge thanks to SRC for the minibus & to all who made it special – our first walk for some, but not the last! 🙏 #RecoveryWalk #GRACECommunity

Looking for connection + support? 💛 GRACE has something for everyone: ✨ Yoga 🚶‍♀️ Weekly Wednesday Walks 👥 Men Time 💻 Digital Café ☕ Social drop-ins Come join us – you’ll always find a warm welcome. 💛 #GraceAftercare #CommunitySupport #Wellbeing

Feeling overwhelmed? 💛 Try these 5 quick resets: 1️⃣ Breathe deeply 2️⃣ Write it down 3️⃣ Do one small thing 4️⃣ Take a break 5️⃣ Talk to someone you trust #SelfCare #Overwhelm #GraceAftercare

💬 When life feels heavy, what helps you most? 🔹 Talking with someone you trust 🔹 A walk in nature 🔹 Mindfulness or relaxation 🔹 Getting creative ✨ Let us know in the comments 💜 #MentalHealth #SelfCare #Wellbeing #GraceAfterCare

✨ EDCTV2 Screening Day – a huge success! ✨ Thanks to our amazing volunteers & almost 50 guests for a brilliant day of film, fun & community 💙🍿 #EDCTV2 #CommunityEvent #VolunteersRock #TogetherWeCan

💜 It’s okay to not be okay. At GRACE, we offer safe spaces to share, connect & take things one step at a time. 🌱 👉 graceaftercare.org What’s one small thing you do to look after your mental health? #PeopleSupportingPeople #MentalHealthMatters #Aftercare

✨ Discover GRACE! ✨ Build confidence, make friends & try new skills—from creative projects to sports, there’s something for everyone. See what’s on this month ➡️ https://graceaftercare.org/whatson/ #GRACE #Community #PersonalGrowth #LearnNewSkills

Check out Jonathan’s story! 🎬 From making films & radio shows to learning sign language and winning at table tennis, he’s done it all with GRACE. GRACE helped him gain confidence, meet people, and learn new skills. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGaU5F1H-4w #GRACE #Community #Support

🌟 September is #RecoveryMonth2025 🌟 The countdown is on for the Recovery Walk in Stirling - Saturday 27th September! 💜 Let’s walk together in hope and celebration. 🙌 #RecoveryWalk #Stirling

🌟 CHEX Out & About: GRACE Sharing Time 🌟 In July, Sarah from CHEX led a workshop on health inequalities at GRACE, inspiring local people to make positive changes in their communities. 💬 Get in touch to learn more about our community projects! #GRACEEastDunbartonshire #CommunitySupport

💜 At GRACE, it’s all about people supporting people. Your donation helps us keep running groups, courses & community events that bring hope after trauma. 👉 graceaftercare.org/donate #PeopleSupportingPeople #Trauma #Aftercare

👟 Join our GRACE Health & Wellbeing Walks – every Wednesday, 10:30–12:30. 📍 Bishopbriggs one week, Kirkintilloch the next. 💜 Fresh air, good company & support. Email [email protected] to join our WhatsApp updates. #PeopleSupportingPeople #Trauma #Aftercare #Community #Wellbeing

🌟 Exciting news! 🌟 Congrats to Isobel McLarry, our new Peer Support Worker, and to Marthos Christoforou, now stepping into the role of Pathway Worker 👏💛 We’re so happy to have you both on the team! 🎉 #GraceAftercare #PeerSupport #PathwayWorker #TeamUpdate

🌟 Huge congratulations to the Auchinairn Shared Lived Experience art group on completing their Hollywood Me project! 🎬✨ A brilliant journey filled with creativity, confidence and plenty of laughs – we’re so proud of you all! 💛🎉

Taking care of your mental health matters. 💛 Life is tough, but small steps make a big difference. Check in with yourself, reach out for support, and take time for self-care. It's okay to ask for help. We're here to listen. #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #GraceAftercare

Some days, the little things get us through. Remember these tips for managing anxiety, and that every small act of self-care is a victory. Most importantly: It's okay to ask for help. We are here to listen. #TakeAPause #AskForHelp #AnxietyAwareness #MentalWellness #GRACEAftercare

Meet Jenny – one of our inspiring GRACE members. 💙 From struggling to thriving, she’s found confidence, connection, and new skills through GRACE. “It’s a caring environment – you’ll enjoy yourself.” 🎥 Watch her story: https://shorturl.at/3eDYs  #GRACEAftercare #MentalHealth #Recovery #Support

Beginners Dru Yoga for Men starts 16 Sept at Hillhead Community Centre, Kirkintilloch. Improve flexibility, reduce stress & build strength in a relaxed, judgement-free space. No experience needed. Suggested donation £5. 7-8pm.

Meet Avril – part of the GRACE community for 10 years! 💙 From arts & crafts to digital cafes and creative media college, her journey shows what’s possible when you try something new. Her advice? “Come along and try the workshops!” Watch her story 👉 tinyurl.com/25a6mdkz

💜 Support GRACE and help us provide vital peer support and recovery services in East Dunbartonshire. Every donation counts. Donate here: graceaftercare.org/donate Thank you! 🙏 #GRACE #Donate #SupportCommunity

Our founder, Robert Smith, has been awarded a BEM in the King’s Honours for his dedication to trauma recovery and aftercare. Since 2012, GRACE has offered counselling, peer support, life skills, and practical help to rebuild lives. We’re hugely proud 💙 #GRACEAftercare #BEM #TraumaInformedCare

✨ Never underestimate the power of a small act of kindness. ✨ At Grace Aftercare, simple gestures, kind words, warm meals, and listening ears change lives. 💙 Volunteer. Donate. Share. Together, we’re people supporting people. #GraceAftercare #KindnessMatters

💻 Struggling with tech? Feeling isolated? Grace Aftercare's Digital Cafe is a free, online space where you can connect, build confidence & access support. Get in touch if you want to come along. 👉 graceaftercare.org/projects/digital-cafe 📘 shorturl.at/J1da8 #DigitalCafe #GraceAftercare