We run a number of social groups within communities throughout Perth and Kinross. Groups are supported by staff and volunteers. You can take part in activities, find out about your local community and meet a great bunch of people.

 

Activities

We are keen to hear from you – what activities would you like us to look at offering? Please ensure you book onto activities where it does advise booking as places are limited.

Want to Join an Activity?

Let us know by calling 01738 626969 or emailing info@visionpk.org.uk

Social Group with Guest Speaker – The History of VisionPK:

Date: Tuesday 9th June Time: 1.15pm -2.30pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Art Classes

Date: Fridays – 12th, 19th and 26th June, 3rd, 10th and 17th July Time: 10.00am -12.00pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Details: Fully accessible art classes, led by an artist, no experience required.

Woodland Picnic Walk:

Date: Thursday 18th June Time: 10.00am – 2.30pm

Location: Taymount Woods – Transport provided to and from Perth

Details: A gentle woodland walk with a picnic lunch led by the West Stormont Woodland Group.

Spaces are limited please contact us to book a space – transport pick up point will be provided

ChairTastic:

Date: Tuesday 30th June 7th  & 14th July Time: 10.30am -11.45pm

21st July at the later time of 1.15pm -2.30pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Details: Music-filled chair exercise sessions bringing singing, laughter, movement, and smiles to every group.

New! Knit & Natter Group

Date: Thursday 2nd July Time: 1.15 – 2.45pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Details: A friendly social group where people can relax, knit, chat, and connect with others over a warm drink and good company.

Woodland Experience

Date: Monday 6th July Time: 12.30 – 4.00pm  

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Details: A woodland activity where participants work together to build a weatherproof shelter, learn useful knots and relax under their creations with a warm drink. Transport provided. Spaces are limited please contact us to book a space – transport pick up point will be provided

Lived Experience Group

Date: Wednesday 8th July Time: 1.30 – 3.00pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

Details: Join the lived experience group to share your views and help shape our services and support.

Live Music Session

Date: Tuesday 28th July Time: 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

NHS Tayside volunteer-led hearing aid drop-in clinic – VisionPK sensory hub: Wednesday 3rd June & 1st July 10.00am -12.00pm

Employment Support drop-in – VisionPK sensory hub: Wednesday 3rd June & Friday 3rd July 1.00 – 3.00pm

Gym Now Open

Fully accessible gym available for service users – £10 per month membership. Full induction provided. Booking essential.

Open Monday-Thursday 9am-4.30pm

Friday 9am-4pm

Community Groups

Our community social groups provide an opportunity to meet others, share experiences, socialise and take part in activities.

If you need support to attend your family, friend or carer is welcome to join you.

Kinross

In partnership with the Kinross Centre, meeting in the Garden Room.

1st & 3rd Tues of the month at 10am-11.45am

Kinross Centre, 64 High Street, Kinross  KY13 8AJ

Comrie

In partnership with Cameron Court, meeting in the lounge. 

2nd Tues of the month at 10am to 11.30am

Cameron Court, Almond Place, Comrie, PH6 2BB

Crieff

In partnership with the Macular Society


First Monday of the month 10am – 12 noon


St Andrew’s Parish Church of Scotland, Strathearn Terrace, Crieff, PH7 3AQ

Bridge of Earn 

In partnership with Caledonia Housing. 

3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm to 2.30pm.

Servite House, 2 Muirmont Place, PH2 9RP

Pitlochry 

In partnership with Pitlochry Theatre

4th Tuesday of the Month 10.30am-12pm

Blairgowrie

In Blairgowrie we have a group which has been running for years thanks to the commitment of a wonderful team of volunteers.

Our Blairgowrie group is open to anyone in the community who has sight loss. The volunteer team put together a programme of activities and deliver sessions once a month.

The group has occasional guest speakers, do quizzes, chair exercise and have outings to places of interest or to have lunch as a group.

The group meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 10.30am to 12noon, in Blairgowrie Parish Church Hall, James Street, PH10 6EZ.

If you are interested in joining, please contact us by calling 01738 626969, or emailing info@visionpk.org.uk

Events:

New from VisionPK – Live Your Way Course!

Managing Sight & Hearing Loss

A friendly, six-week course for people with sight and/or hearing loss and their carers/family/friends.

Build confidence, strengthen everyday skills, and find community support. Hear from VisionPK staff, CAB, Mindspace and Lead Scotland.

Weeks 3 to 6 – 2nd, 9th, 16th June – spaces still available 10am – 12.30pm and 23rd June 1.00 – 3.00pm

Block 2 starts on 21st July for a full six weeks

Contact us for info and book now!

Join Us at Our Legacy Event – Find out about Wills and Power of Attorney

Thinking about planning for the future? Whether it’s writing a Will or setting up a Power of Attorney, the process can often feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Join us for our Legacy Event here at 17-19 George Street in Perth on Thursday 16th July 12–2pm, where we’ll be breaking it all down to make things simple and easy to understand.

We’re delighted to welcome guest speaker Adam Hoggan from Thornton’s Solicitors, who will guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

☕ Refreshments will be provided- Limited spaces contact us today to reserve your space