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

Click here to find out what is on week beginning 14th September

Dr Paul Johnstone – Macular Talk/Q&A

Date: Wednesday 30th September Time: 10:00 – 12:00  

Location: VisionPK, 17-19 George Street

A talk and Q&A session with Dr Paul Johnstone, consultant ophthalmologist with NHS Tayside (based at Ninewells), on macular degeneration.

NHS Tayside volunteer-led hearing aid drop-in clinic – VisionPK sensory hub: Wednesday 7th October and 4th November 9.30m -12.00pm

Employment Support drop-in – VisionPK sensory hub: Wednesday 7th October & Friday 6th November 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.

Block 3 starts on 6th October for a full six weeks

Contact us for info and book now!