A Warm Welcome!

Our Mission Statement  ( approved April 24)

Firsthand Lothian exists to support children and young people with disabilities and  families, parents and carers to help improve their health and wellbeing, confidence and resilience. We work with families in their local community providing 1:1 support,  guidance, information and  opportunities for parent / carers to connect. 

 Our services are short term and will benefit:

• Disadvantaged and vulnerable children and families
• Families with children with additional support needs
• Isolated Mums
• Mental Health and Well-being

Our services include:

• 1:1 support for children up to 16 years of age who will be able to achieve their goals & develop their confidence within a time limited service ( 6 -9 months)
• 1:1 support for children and young people  who will who will benefit from exploring opportunities available to them in their local community which will improve their mental health and wellbeing
• Working with parents to help and encourage them to establish routines with their children
• Information and support for parents and support to access other agencies appropriate to the needs of the family
• Support for parents who have few support networks of their own

Our services are provided by:

Volunteers and paid staff who are trained and supported by Firsthand Lothian.

Self Directed Support:

If you are eligible to fund your service through Self Directed Support (SDS) please phone us in the first instance to discuss your requirements.

Our office is located at:

Strathmore
Hopetoun Gate
8b McDonald Road
Edinburgh
EH7 4LZ

Phone us on:  0131 523 1322

Learn more from our 30th birthday celebration in 2022  https://youtu.be/Jbd09CoGIlQ