Stanley and District Community Council

Let’s talk about … men and suicide

Monday 1 September

Too many men are struggling in silence.

A free community event will take place on Monday 1 September for anyone aged 16 and over who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts, concerned about someone, or affected by suicide in any way.

The event is a powerful opportunity to come together, hear from people with lived or living experience of suicide, and learn how we can all play a part in helping to prevent it.

You’ll hear from voices across our community - including speakers from The Neuk, The Samaritans (local branch), the University of Dundee, and the Health and Social Care Partnership.

Join us for an open and honest panel discussion about why talking really can save lives. You’ll also have the chance to connect with local suicide prevention partners in a relaxed, world-café style space.

We’ll highlight some of the support available locally and break down common myths around suicide.

The event will take place on Monday 1 September from 6.30pm until 8.30pm at North Inch Community Campus, Gowans Terrace, Perth.

Book your space at Let's talk about... men and suicide event - Perth & Kinross Council

Menopause Cafe, Letham, Perth

When? Tuesday 30th September 6pm to 7.30pm

Where? The Hub, Letham4all, Amulree Road, Letham, Perth PH1 2HH

A safe space for all to come to learn more and share with others own experiences, share hints and tips and support one another through the journey of peri/post menopause.

Turn up on the day, book here or contact reception on 01738 444061

As you may already be aware landlines are changing, and the UK’s telephone network is going digital. By January 2027, the old analogue network will be switched off and replaced by new digital landlines which will work using broadband. It is important that we help support members of our communities, especially the more vulnerable, to ensure that they are not adversely impacted by the switch off deadline as best we can.

For your information, there are two campaigns, currently underway that focus on the vulnerable members of our communities:

1. The ‘National Telecare’ campaign relates to customers that use a telecare device such as personal alarms, pendant alarms, lifeline devices and home care monitoring systems. It is important that they take action to ensure that their equipment is compatible with the new digital technology. While many modern telecare systems are designed to work with both traditional and digital landlines, older models may require upgrades or replacements. Users are advised to contact their landline provider for support as soon as possible. Further information is available at: Digital Phone Switchover

2. The BT Connected-Together campaign encourages friends, family, colleagues, neighbours to help support vulnerable members of the community through the switch and helping them to understand why it is happening, and how to prepare. The BT website can be accessed here: Connected Together - All-IP - About BT | BT Plc

Anyone who needs extra support to make the switch to Digital Voice, should register for this using the BT webform. An engineer will then be made available to assist them with transition. The BT guide is available here: A guide to Digital Voice

https://panetworkscotland.org.uk/member-news-events/national-wellbeing-week-2025/

Are you a Peer Supporter based in Scotland? This practical event is an opportunity to learn from different Peer Leaders who are paving the way for peer support.

Joining us are Paul Byrne, Peer Recovery Development Worker at Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action, Maja Mitchell-Grigorjeva, Delivery and Development Manager from Bipolar Scotland and Donna Paterson-Harvie, Director from Neil’s Hugs Foundation. This is a chance to deepen your peer practice and connect with other peers as we continue to build a thriving peer support community

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Supporting peer leadership. This Peer Connects event is for people in a peer support role who want to connect, share learning, and strengthen their practice.

For more information or to book - Peer Supporters practice exchange Tickets, Tue 16 Sep 2025 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

Be aware of scam relating to the Winter Fuel Payment.

The text claimed to be a reminder from the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), stating that according to its records, they had not yet sent in their application for this year’s “winter fuel allowance”. Failure to apply would mean they would not be eligible for this year’s payment.

The UK Government has recently announced a U-turn on the Winter Fuel Payment, making it understandably plausible that you may need to do something to make sure you get what you are owed. But this is NOT a genuine prompt, it is a scam. Please do not click on any link contained within the text message.

In addition, the allowance is devolved to the Scottish Government and is known here as the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment. It will be paid automatically next winter by the Scottish Government / Social Security Scotland, and not by the DWP. Please see this webpage for further details : Pension Age Winter Heating Payment - mygov.scot

You can report scams to Advice Direct Scotland by calling 0808 164 6000 (Mon- Fri 9am-5pm) or online at www.consumeradvice.scot

Please use the link below to view the Agenda for the meeting of the Community Council on 25th August 2025 in Stanley Village Hall

https://www.stanleycommunitycouncil.org/minutes/view/agendas/agendas-2025/SDCC_Agenda_25th_August_2025.pdf