Renzo shares what it’s like to support Martin to do more of what matters to him and be part of his community 💜 Interested in supporting people to live good lives? Check out our current vacancies www.thistle.org.uk/work-with-us 😊

This Christmas, Warren, who came to Thistle for support and now works within our Centre of Wellbeing, is kindly sharing his story.

“Armistice day for me is very important as I honour friends and family who have given the ultimate sacrifice. I have a long line in family members who have served in all three services and always take this time to remember them and the service they gave the country... [1/3]

👏 Congratulations to all who just graduated from Thistle Academy: our paid, six-week course for learning and developing skills in person-centred support! We value working alongside such reflective colleagues who are passionate about defending human rights and supporting people to live good lives.💜

Congratulations to the Craigmillar Art Group, whose exhibition at Artwalk Porty '25 was a huge success! Across two weekends in September, the group welcomed 588 visitors and sold an impressive 27 pieces of art, including a lovely piece from Stuart🎨👏

Yesterday, @heraldscotland.bsky.social on Sunday published an open letter to First Minster, @johnswinney.bsky.social, that was signed by 240 non-profit health and social care organisations, including Thistle.

🚶‍♂️ A massive thank you to Iain, who’s spending two weeks hiking across the Alps to raise funds for Thistle’s own Connecting Craigmillar! 💜 Over the next 10–14 days, he’ll cross alpine landscapes, high mountain passes, and rocky terrain. Iain also turns 40 tomorrow - what a way to celebrate! 🎉

👟 Last year was amazing, and this year will be even better! Join Team Thistle at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14 Sept! Walk with us to support the wellbeing of people in Scotland living with disabilities and long-term health conditions 💜 Spots go fast, so sign up now!: shorturl.at/GgsyB

🌱 Kevin recently decided to return to Thistle Gym after sharing with his team that he wanted to get back into fitness, which had been part of his routine before Covid. Read his story below💜 “Since returning, I’ve been using the hand cycling machine, which the other day I used for an... [1/3]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Really Big Conversation last week! Organised by the Thistle community for the community, it was a day to connect, share ideas, and shape Thistle’s future with inspiring speakers and group discussions. We appreciate all who made this event so special 💜