This funding would enable us to deliver our “Connecting Communities” project in Aberdeen. The initiative will unite 20 adults with learning disabilities to create peer-support networks, reducing social isolation, enhancing resilience, and improving mental health. Initially, these groups will focus on walking activities, gradually expanding into various social and cultural pursuits across the region. By encouraging participation in local events, the project will boost members' confidence and resilience, fostering meaningful connections with each other and their communities. The funding will allow us to recruit an experienced Community Coordinator to facilitate the service at 0.2FTE, provide resources for the groups, and cover venue costs during poor weather. It will be free for participants to be part of the project, removing barriers to engagement.
