Support services
Learners come to Cothrom in a number of ways - by formal referral, informal signposting by other agencies, or by self-referral.
Cothrom works closely with the Local Authority Social Work and Education Depts., Western Isles Alcohol and Drugs Partnership, Skills Development Scotland, local mental health outreach services, and the Criminal Justice System to provide individually tailored learner-centered training.
Cothrom works closely with the Local Authority Social Work and Education Depts., Western Isles Alcohol and Drugs Partnership, Skills Development Scotland, local mental health outreach services, and the Criminal Justice System to provide individually tailored learner-centered training.
Substance misuse
Cothrom works with people affected by substance misuse and their families to take steps towards recovery and healthy living
We can provide a community based confidential substance misuse recovery service for people living in the Uists aged 16 and over. We support individuals alongside families and carers to develop a personal recovery action plan. This means we focus on helping people achieve their individual goals based on their hopes and aspirations along their recovery journey.
We work in partnership with NHS Health and Social Care, families, peers, and wider circles of community based support in sustaining recovery for individuals
We work in partnership with NHS Health and Social Care, families, peers, and wider circles of community based support in sustaining recovery for individuals
Our services
We provide structured group and individual sessions designed to allow learners to progress at a stage that supports their recovery, these include:
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Drop-in centre
If you are looking to get out of the house, meet new people, learn new skills and provide peer support in your local community, why not join us at the weekly drop in gardening club every Tuesday at Falachan Cothrom, the walled garden behind St Peter’s church from 11am – 3pm.
You can also enjoy some lunch at our weekly drop-in every Thursday at Talla Chidhe, Lochboisdale from 11am – 1pm. (Please note that due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic the drop-in's may operate on a different schedule. Please call the office on 01878 700910 to confirm.) |
Who our service is open to
- Men and women aged 16 and over who are aware they have a substance misuse problem and would like to start their recovery journey.
- Those in recovery and maintaining a healthier lifestyle who wish to participate in diversionary activities to support them in maintaining their recovery.
- Those who are affected by substance misuse, such as families and carers, who can participate in activities and have access to a support worker to discuss challenges and how to support someone through recovery.
Our aim
- Supporting individuals to explore their recovery options
- Creating individual recovery plans by working alongside agencies, recovery communities, families, carers and relevant others
- Introducing and maintaining stability and structure into formerly chaotic lifestyles
- Increasing opportunities in education, training, and employment
- Maintaining and improving relationships with families, peers, and the community.
- Introducing new and meaningful activities to encourage a healthy lifestyle
Accessing our services
Anyone can refer themselves – all you have to do is give us a call.
You will then be invited to a pre-assessment meeting. This will allow you to meet us and find out more about how we could help and decide whether our programme is right for you. An external agency can also make a referral on someone’s behalf.
You will then be invited to a pre-assessment meeting. This will allow you to meet us and find out more about how we could help and decide whether our programme is right for you. An external agency can also make a referral on someone’s behalf.
Get in touch
Our services are strictly confidential. Get in touch to arrange for a pre-assessment meeting or an informal chat through:
Kirsty MacCormick
kirsty.maccormick@cothrom.net
01878 700911
kirsty.maccormick@cothrom.net
01878 700911
Mentoring
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Cothrom has a network of Mentors available within the community who can support individuals looking to make positive decisions. This support is targeted at people aged 16 to 24.
Support provided by mentors include, for example, health and mental health issues, confidence and self-esteem, career aspirations, job applications and work experience, setting up enterprise, and can range from long-term (over a year) to short-term (a few sessions), depending on the individuals needs and wants. My experience with mentoring has changed the way I view the world and allowed me to realise that my dreams are indeed achievable and that I can see them through. I have grown more confident in my own ability, and in my own self. |
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in-work training
Cothrom offers a number of courses available to those in employment. Courses can be offered with certificiation for CPD or tailored to suit the requirements. If you have any training needs do no hesitate to get in touch. We also work with Social Enterprise Academy to deliver courses such as Project Management and Facilitation skills and we can deliver training to those in childcare, hospitality, business and admin, and management.
