North West Glasgow Health Information - NHS GGC

08/09/2026

🎗This week is Su***de Prevention Week.

Explore the "What's on in Glasgow City for Su***de Prevention Week 2026" guide, from the Glasgow City Su***de Prevention Partnership, via the link below:

🔗 https://sway.cloud.microsoft/4IN3LxRJdJcwhyux?ref=Link

The guide highlights local events, training, resources and campaigns designed to raise awareness, promote hope, and support meaningful conversations around su***de prevention.

The information below has been collated by the Glasgow City Su***de Prevention Partnership to promote a range of activities taking place across the city to mark Su***de Prevention Week, 7-13th Septemb

04/09/2026

👶 Are you a parent or carer of a baby around 6 months old? Thinking of weaning your baby?

Why not come along to one of our many Starting Solids session in North West Glasgow throughout this year!

😁 Please see the poster below for further details!

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership

03/09/2026

🍏From Tuesday the 8th of September our community meals will be returning to the Courtyard Pantry. Enjoy a healthy soup, main and dessert for £2.

Bring your neighbours and friends! Everyone is welcome 🙂Veggie and halal options are available and we will be serving from 11am - 2pm each Tuesday.

Welcome back!

24/08/2026

Surveys to explore families’ experiences of smartphones, social media and going online.

12/08/2026

The Courtyard Pantry will be hosting a Parent Network Scotland 8‑week course beginning Wednesday the 19th of August and running weekly until 7th October.

The brilliant Jennifer Caldwell will guide you through practical tools for wellbeing, confidence, and family life.

This is a relaxed, welcoming environment and perfect for anyone wanting a little extra support. Parent Network Scotland regularly organise free courses, which are integrated with peer‑led support, trauma‑informed care.

You’ll receive a certificate and a voucher when you complete the course. Scan the QR code for more information 🙂

10/08/2026

🙌 Wednesday 12th August marks International Youth Day the theme for 2026 is "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations". This reflects that young people's lives are shaped by diverse contexts nationally and locally but they have joint aspirations to for dignity, opportunity and participation.

There are many opportunities for young people locally to participate in communities.

Glasgow Life are looking for young people who are actively committed to creating change in their local community and having a say in what happens there.

Glasgow's Youthbank will be young volunteers aged 12-18 who will act as grant-makers, making decisions about which activities and projects for young people should get funding.

For further information about volunteering or grants please visit:

🔗 www.glasgowlife.org.uk/communities/youth-programmes/youthbank

📧 Or email [email protected]

05/08/2026

Following recent outbreaks of meningitis in the UK, the MenB vaccine is being offered to some older teenagers and students under 25 who are at higher risk of exposure to meningococcal group B bacteria.

To find out if you, or someone you know, is eligible for the free vaccine visit:

🔗 www.nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople

For more information about drop in clinics in Glasgow for those eligible for the vaccine visit:

🔗 www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/general-vaccinations



Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership

04/08/2026

🍅🥬 WESTER COMMON UNITY MARKET — THIS SATURDAY! 🥕🍎

August is here, and that means the market's bursting with the best of late-summer produce! 🌞 Join us at the Wester Common Unity Market, Saturday 8th August, 10am–2pm.

Fresh fruit and veg, great prices, good company — and a proper community welcome. This is about making good food accessible to everyone, no matter what's in your pocket. 💪

📍 2 Wester Common Drive
📅 Saturday 8th August
🕒 10am–2pm
🥦 Fresh seasonal produce, friendly faces, and plenty to fill your basket

Bring a bag, bring a friend, and support your local market! 🛒✨

03/08/2026

😁 If you work with children, young people, or families in Glasgow, there’s a fantastic resource available for you!

The Glasgow City Health and Wellbeing website is your go-to hub for health information, including resources, guidance, and training opportunities to support your work.

👉 Explore it here:

🔗 www.rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/ggc-education-health-and-wellbeing

03/08/2026

💭 Looking for support following Exam results?

Expert careers advisers from Skills Development Scotland can help.

📱 Call the SDS Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000.

Opening times:

▪️Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 August, 8am to 8pm.
▪️Thursday 6 and Friday 7 August, 9am to 5pm.

For more information:

🔗 www.myworldofwork.co.uk