Events

This session is to raise awareness about teenage development and what we need to pay attention to and support them with in terms of their mental health and emotional wellbeing. The Highland Cares Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Training is offering a series of training led by the Highland Council Education Psychology Team between April […]

This session will raise awareness of how we can all have a role in preventing suicide and to think about how best we can do that within the different roles that we have either within a workplace or within our communities. The Highland Cares Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Training is offering a series of […]

This conference will provide a platform for learning about intersectional approaches to improving children and young people’s mental health. We will explore inequalities and how these can compound to affect children and young people. There will be opportunities to explore latest research, hear from diverse voices and share experiences to support your work with children […]

The aim of this course is to support staff and volunteers to know why and how to ask about money worries and where and how to refer on. It aims to build the confidence of staff or volunteers in a position of working with people that may benefit from income maximisation help and introduces resources […]

This session will raise awareness of the impact of trauma and adversity and explore how to adapt the way we work to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people affected by trauma. The Highland Cares Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Training is offering a series of training led by the […]

Making Space for Me is a course for anyone supporting those living with a mental health or substance use concern. Do you feel guilty when you take time for yourself? It can often be hard to find balance and your needs might end up on the back burner. In this class, you will learn to […]

Come join us for four weeks of self-care! Our weekly sessions run for two hours, with a tea break in between to recharge. Enjoy relaxing yoga, creative mindfulness activities, and a final calming meditation. Take time for yourself and make new friends. Suitable for anyone 16+. We can provide adjustments and chair yoga guidance for […]

Do you think you might have untapped leadership potential? Would you like to have a say in all aspects of the Discovery College? Can you relate to other people’s lived experience and share your own? Then this might be the course for you… Running in blocks of three sessions we will work together on the […]

Samaritans use active listening skills and techniques to support people experiencing emotional crisis, including those who are having suicidal thoughts. This course will explore some of those active listening skills and techniques so that participants will be able use them in supportive conversations with other people. We’ll also cover tips for starting a conversation with […]

Are you aged 16-24? Do you worry about the environment? Does the state of our climate make you anxious? This accredited course will introduce you to the science of what’s happening and what can be done. You’ll also take part in a college climate project. Run in partnership with Keep Scotland Beautiful and the Highland […]

Laughter yoga is a great way to reduce stress and increase positivity. It helps to improve your mood and provides a natural energy boost. Taking a laughter yoga class can also help boost your immunity and reduce blood pressure. It can be a great way to connect with yourself and others, while promoting good health […]

Making Space for Me is a course for anyone supporting those living with a mental health or substance use concern. Do you feel guilty when you take time for yourself? It can often be hard to find balance and your needs might end up on the back burner. In this class, you will learn to […]