Here's this week's 5️⃣ Things which includes: 🏊‍♂️ Inverclyde Leisure 🤝 @turningpointsco.bsky.social ⚓ @cmassets.bsky.social event in the @parliament.scot 🎂 @sfadinverclydefss.bsky.social 🎤 Magic Torch Comics CIC

Our Annual Report 2024-2025 explores a year of organisational development, including the implementation of Turning Point Scotland’s new strategy, staff success across the country, an overview of justice services and innovative prevention approaches. turningpointscotland.com/wp-content/u...

Do you have experience of working with vulnerable people and an understanding of alcohol and other drugs related harm? Lead Practitioner (Alcohol & Other Drugs) role with @turningpointsco.bsky.social 📍Edinburgh 💷 £26,076 – £29,144 📅Full time tinyurl.com/cj2rh8n6 #HarmReduction

Our South Ayrshire service was happy to host Siobhian Brown MSP this morning to speak about issues in social care impacting the local area. Siobhan met with Service Manager Julie Anne McGhee and Director of Business Development and Improvement Craig Winter.

At Turning Point Scotland, we believe that homelessness can and should be prevented whenever possible and when it does occur, it should be as brief as possible and an unrepeated experience. Read our full blog here ⬇ turningpointscotland.com/world-homele...

Turning Point Scotland are proud to announce Scotland’s first live Naboxone alongside South Lanarkshire Alcohol and Drug Partnership , this cabinet represents a compassionate and evidence-based approach to addressing drug use. turningpointscotland.com/turning-poin...

Following on from our earlier post, please read our Policy Statement ⬇ turningpointscotland.com/alcohol-spec...

This number is not enough to fully capture the harm alcohol does in our society – not just to the person, but to their families and communities. Read more here ⬇ turningpointscotland.com/alcohol-spec...

Now we’re another year on, and more lives have been lost. It would be easy to say we need a new approach, but we disagree. We have a great approach on paper, but we have not delivered it. turningpointscotland.com/turning-poin...

31 August is International Overdose Awareness Day 🚨 With drug-related harms high across Scotland, knowing how to respond could save a life. View our resource to learn how ⬇️ publichealthscotland.scot/publications...

Encouraging your development at Turning Point Scotland In this film, staff share the training and development opportunities they have had at Turning Point Scotland for their career. youtu.be/BEg1vK2edXM

Our Chief Executive Neil Richardson has joined other third sector leaders in signing this open letter.

We are taking part in the Recovery Cup Lanarkshire 2025! ⚽🏆 📆 Friday 15th August ⏰11am - 3pm 📍Ravenscraig Regional Sports Centre, Motherwell, ML1 2TZ

Variety across Turning Point Scotland In this film, staff share the variety of roles they have had throughout the organisation and the opportunities to work in different departments and services to build on their experience and expertise for career development. youtu.be/t9xJcKQ1bRY

If you're looking for work that is meaningful, social care might be the perfect fit. At Turning Point Scotland, every role contributes to positive change. You’ll meet a diverse range of people, learn new skills, and help individuals reach their full potential. turningpointscotland.com/work-with-us/

Real People. Real Impact. You don’t need a degree to make a difference. Working in social care means supporting people to live more independently, build confidence, and take control of their lives. We offer paid training, career progression and a workplace that values who you are. #NoWrongPath

Didn’t get the results you hoped for? That’s okay. There’s #NoWrongPath to a meaningful career. We support people facing homelessness, mental health problems, substance use, learning disabilities & more. No experience needed, just the willingness to care. 🔗 turningpointscotland.com/work-with-us/

Our learning partners, Aberdeen Foyer, @turningpointsco.bsky.social @cyrenians.bsky.social and @penumbra-scot.bsky.social are taking a NWD approach in the 4 areas and learning what works. They're the heart of No Wrong Door and you can read all about what they're doing in the briefing.

Multiple disadvantage is often the result of experiences like poverty, trauma, discrimination. The partnership is testing how to create cross-sector, integrated services in 4 areas to inform a national blueprint for joined-up service delivery. Read our briefing: homelessnetwork.scot/no-wrong-door/

Services set up to address 'single' issues don't work for people experiencing multiple challenges including homelessness, substance use and poor mental health. No Wrong Door Scotland is testing ways to change that. 📺 Watch a 3min film explaining the issue and the project: vimeo.com/1009403599?s...

Excellent day yesterday at the Recovery connects festival 2025. Always a family friendly event. 🎶💃👯 @turningpointsco.bsky.social

Upside's ethos of #collaboration and multi-agency involvement means better outcomes for people transitioning to community life from custody. www.upside.scot/case-studies...

Turning Point Scotland now has an active Bluesky account, adding another platform to connect with our valued stakeholders. We will continue to engage with our audiences on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. Don't forget to click follow!

Prince William has written a letter to the Homewards Local Coalitions to thank them for their efforts in the programme.

During Volunteers Week 2025, an Award Ceremony was held at Turning Point Scotland for TPS Connects members who had successfully completed Buddy Training and Volunteer Training. Read about it here ⬇️ turningpointscotland.com/tps-connects...

As #CarersWeek draws to a close, we are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Carer Positive Exemplary Employer accreditation — the highest level achievable! @carerpositive.bsky.social

Turning Point Scotland has received a generous donation from the estate of a long-time resident, Carol, whose friendly personality and love for life left a lasting legacy at Turning Point Scotland’s South Ayrshire service. Read the full story here ⬇ turningpointscotland.com/turning-poin...

Head along to ‪‪@nclanarkshire.bsky.social Motherwell Campus today from 10am - 1pm to chat with our North Lanarkshire Learning Disabilities and Forensic services about current job opportunities.

AccessArt provides creative opportunities for neurodivergent individuals & people with learning disabilities in Dumfries & Galloway. Now, due to funding cuts, it faces closure. Your support could help keep this essential service running. Get in touch: [email protected]

Our Head of Homelessness and Prevention, Nicky Miller, has written a blog to mark the release of the Whole System Approach (WSA) Fife Learning Partner Inception Report with Fife Council. Follow the link to read the blog and report: turningpointscotland.com/blog-turning...

We’re thrilled to announce Turning Point Scotland has been ranked in the Top 10 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work: Big Organisation and highly commended as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQIA+ employees! 🌈 Read the full story here: turningpointscotland.com/turning-poin...