Events

Community discussions / Health and Wellbeing

Thursday 24 January 2013

Over 8 weeks, every Thursday. Contact GDA for more information

Music and Co-ordination

Wednesday 30 January 2013

Over 8 weeks, every Wednesday from start. Contact GDA for more information

Chair-based Exercise

Tuesday 19 February 2013

Over 8 weeks from start. Contact GDA for more information

Event title

Tuesday 05 March 2013

Do you enjoy writing stories or expressing yourself through poetry? Do you want to learn better techniques to improve your writing? Come along and work with an experienced writer and have some fun developing your creativity. This runs from 1.30 - 4pm Contact GDA for more information

All about Money

Tuesday 12 March 2013

Learn more about money and how to make sure you do not get “ripped off”. Find out what it all means – debit, credit, debt, budget, bank accounts, online banking and so on. Find out where to get help with understanding and managing money. To book: call: 0141 556 7103 R2R@gdaonline.co.uk text 07909 160 788 BBM: 29549C8B

Stay Safe Online

Wednesday 27 March 2013

Learn how to keep yourself and your information safe online. Understand more about the importance of privacy while using Facebook, Twitter, Skype and other social networking sites. Find out about online scams and how to make sure shopping and banking online is safe and secure. This course is accessible to those who use assistive technology. this runs from 10.30 - 3.30pm Contact GDA for more information

Welfare Reform Conference

Thursday 28 March 2013

GDA’s event on Welfare Reform will provide: • updated information about changes through expert speakers • a chance for disabled people to share views and concerns • signposting to services which provide practical information and advice. Please call 0141 556 7103 to book! Places limited so call fast!

Job Seeking Skills for people with Learning Difficulties

Wednesday 17 April 2013

10am – 3.30pm Lunch provided This fun and hands-on workshop is suitable for anyone with learning difficulties who is looking to get into work. The workshop will cover things like: • Different types of jobs • The best job for you • What work is like • How to get a job Come along for a fun day of learning. Find out more about the world of work!

Job Seeking Skills Workshop

Tuesday 23 April 2013

10am - 4pm Lunch provided This one day workshop is suitable for anyone who needs some help in finding full or part-time employment or voluntary work and will focus upon developing practical skills including: • How to complete an application form • Different types of CV and how to complete a CV • Job Interviews – do’s and don’ts, dealing with interview questions This will be an interactive workshop and is suitable for any level of employment experience from those who have never worked to those who have extensive work (and voluntary work) experience.

Access to Work Information Session

Thursday 25 April 2013

Afternoon workshop Lunch first This workshop will allow you to find out about the support that is available to disabled people in work through the DWP Access to Work scheme including: • Aids & Equipment • Support with travel • Communication Support The aim of this session is explain who is eligible for support from this scheme and to give you examples of the support that is available. This workshop is open to anyone who is interested in working.

SOCIAL FIRMS INFORMATION SESSION

Wednesday 15 May 2013

Social firms are a particular type of social enterprise with a specific mission to create employment for people most disadvantaged in the job market such as disabled people. We are delighted that Social Firms Scotland has offered to deliver an information session for GDA members to tell you: • What a social firm is • How social firms offer people an opportunity to work in a supportive environment free from stigma and discrimination • What types of social firms there are • How to set up a social firm Date / Time : Wednesday 15th May 10.30am – 12.30pm If you are interested in attending contact Naheem at GDA on 0141 556 7103. Help with transport can be provided if required.

Introduction to Self Employment

Monday 20 May 2013

Monday 20th May 2013, 10.30am – 12.30pm Interested in working for yourself but don’t know where to start? Do you want to know more about the opportunities for home and flexible working? This one day workshop on Business Start Up delivered by Business Gateway will cover: • The benefits of working for yourself • The importance of forming a business plan • How to develop an effective marketing strategy • Getting the finances sorted • Sources of information, advice and guidance Contact Naheem at GDA on 0141 556 7103 or email naheem@gdaonline.co.uk

GDA General Meeting & Learning Festival

Friday 07 June 2013

GDA’s Learning Festival brings disabled people together for a fun day of learning! This FREE event is open to disabled people and people with long term health conditions. You do not have to be a member of GDA to attend, but you are of course welcome to join if you wish! Membership is free. Free Lunch!! Transport provided if needed. Get information: lots of fantastic information stalls. Learn something new: free, fun learning taster sessions. Be inspired: meet other disabled people and hear their stories. Find out how supporting each other helps disabled people to: Build confidence Increase self esteem Raise aspirations Try new things…!