We are looking forward to launching our new Nova Short Breaks service tomorrow! Nova Short Breaks recognise that people who have mental health problems should have access to the same…
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Spring 2013 Penumbra Post Out Now!
Read our latest edition of Penumbra Post_Spring 2013_Issue 64 online. Print PDF
03/04/2013
‘see me’ launches new campaign: Just Listen. You Could Change A Life
‘see me’s latest campaign was launched this week. The campaign urges Scots to get talking about mental ill-health and to listen to what is said. Support makes all the difference.…
11/03/2013
Funding Success in North Ayrshire
Penumbra is delighted to have won a self harm contract in North Ayrshire for the delivery of a self harm service. We are really pleased to continue our relationship with…
11/03/2013
Penumbra’s West Lothian Self Harm and Homeless Project to feature on BBC Radio Scotland
Penumbra’s West Lothian Self Harm and Homeless Project have been selected to do a segment for BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘GET IT ON’ feature which will be introduced by presenter Brian…
11/03/2013
Knowledge Transfer Partnership Success
Penumbra is delighted to have been awarded a Grade A (outstanding) from the UK Government’s Technology Strategy Board for its Knowledge Transfer Partnership with The University of Abertay on I.ROC.…
04/03/2013
‘Spring into Action’ – Your Way to Directing Your Own Support
Penumbra would like to invite you to attend its Self-Directed Support event on Thursday 30th May from 10am to 2.30pm at St Modan’s Parish Church, Manse Place, Falkirk FK1 1JN.…
14/02/2013
Penumbra is proud to have become a member of the Fundraising Standards Board!
The Fundraising Standards Board (FRSB) is the independent self-regulatory body for UK fundraising. It oversees a transparent and independent regulatory scheme for fundraising, aiming to raise standards and build public…
12/02/2013
The Gathering 2013
We are excited to announce that we are taking part in The Gathering 2013 (www.gatherscotland.org.uk) on 27th and 28th February. The Gathering is one of the key events in Scotland’s…
12/02/2013
We are looking for your help in gathering stories about Self Directed Support and Mental Health
Penumbra is embarking on a narrative project with the Scottish Recovery Network and the Mental Health Foundation in order to collect stories from people with mental health problems regarding their…
11/02/2013
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Today marks the first day of Eating Disorders Awareness Week which is a chance to raise awareness and understanding of this serious mental illness, challenge stereotypes and stigmas http://www.b-eat.co.uk/support-us/get-involved/eating-disorders-awareness-week/ Print…
24/01/2013
Penumbra forms partnership with Heriot-Watt University Sports Union
A huge thank you to Heriot-Watt University Sports Union which recently voted to support Penumbra and to develop a long term partnership. Heriot-Watt’s Sports Union President, Chris Donnelly said ‘the…
08/01/2013
Edinburgh Marathon 2013 places available now!
The event takes place on Sunday 26th May 2013. Participants are required to raise a minimum of £500 in sponsorship. To enter, please go to http://www.edinburgh-marathon.com/?affiliated-charities and select ‘Penumbra’. Print…
08/01/2013
Penumbra Shortlisted for Principles into Practice Award!
Penumbra is delighted to announce that is has been shortlisted for the Mental Welfare Commission Principles into Practice Award. The Awards are an opportunity to show and celebrate how services/projects have…
13/12/2012
Art Success for Penumbra's Edinburgh Self Harm Project
Penumbra’s Edinburgh Self Harm Project is delighted to have had its artwork feature on the cover and inside the current edition of Holyrood magazine http://www.holyrood.com/ Print PDF
13/12/2012
Forth Rail Bridge Abseil Places Available Now!
The event takes place on Sunday 19th May 2013 and Sunday 27th October 2013. Participants are required to raise a minimum of £150 in sponsorship. No experience is necessary as instructors will…
26/11/2012
What do you think about stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health in Scotland?
A short survey has been commissioned by a small group of national stakeholders, including the Scottish Government, Comic Relief and SAMH to find out what you think of anti-stigma work…
19/11/2012
Open Day today at Cairdeas House, Edinburgh
Our short breaks facility Cairdeas House is looking forward to opening its doors today from 12-3pm at 5 Coates Gardens, Edinburgh EH12 5LG. To mark its 20th anniversary, Cairdeas House,…
08/11/2012
Short Breaks Open Day
You are invited to Penumbra’s Short Breaks Open Day on Monday 19th November from 12-3 pm at 5 Coates Gardens, Edinburgh EH12 5LG. To mark its 20th anniversary, Cairdeas House,…
07/11/2012
Short Breaks Questionnaire
Short breaks have the potential to have a profound impact on the lives of people with support needs and their carers. We want to make sure that developments of our short…
