Drop-In Centre: Thursday 30th July: Gillian – The Sonic Sister

Tonight at Jamie’s Sanctuary: Experience the Power of Sound Healing We’re excited to welcome Gillian – The Sonic Sister to Jamie’s Sanctuary for tonight’s drop-in. Gillian will be guiding our young people through a sound bath meditation, offering a gentle opportunity to slow down, reconnect and simply be present. Using soothing sounds and vibrations, a […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 16th July: Guest Speaker – Euan Mutch | New Mindset New Power

We’re delighted to welcome Euan Mutch, founder of New Mindset New Power (NMNP), to Jamie’s Sanctuary. Euan’s journey is one of resilience, transformation and hope. Through his own lived experience, he has discovered the life-changing impact of fitness, mindset and community, and now dedicates his work to helping others do the same. During this session, […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 18th June: Discovering Our Roles and Archetypes

Tonight at Jamie’s Sanctuary, we will be splitting into two separate groups – one for men and one for women – to explore the roles, strengths, and archetypes that shape who we are. Throughout our lives, we often take on different roles within our families, relationships, communities, and workplaces. Sometimes these roles empower us, while […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 4th June; Looking for work, training, or a fresh start?

Tonight we are delighted to be welcoming Lisa from West Lothian Council’s Access2Employment Service to come along and have a chat with anyone interested in employment, training, apprenticeships, or further support. If you’re aged 18-28? Access2Employment offers free, one-to-one support with: ✅ CV writing✅ Job searching✅ Interview preparation✅ Training opportunities✅ Apprenticeships✅ Work placements This is […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 21st May; Addiction, Recovery & the Power of Connection

Tonight at Jamie’s Sanctuary, we are creating a space for honest conversation, shared experience, and connection. We are honoured to welcome a guest speaker who will be sharing their personal journey through addiction and recovery. Lived experience brings a depth of understanding that cannot be taught – it reminds us that change is possible, even […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 7th May; Healthy Relationships & Boundaries

Tonight at Jamie’s Sanctuary, we know that relationships can be one of the most meaningful – and sometimes most challenging parts of our lives. The way we connect with others often reflects our past experiences, our sense of self-worth, and how safe we feel in the world. Tonights drop-in session will focus on healthy relationships […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 26th March; Chill Night – Easter Arts & Crafts 🐣🎨

Tonight at Jamie’s Sanctuary we’re slowing things down with a relaxed Easter-themed chill night. It’s a chance to unwind, get creative, and spend some positive time together in a calm and supportive space. We’ll have Easter arts and crafts activities available for anyone who wants to join in – a fun way to get creative, […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 12th March; Understanding Anger: Listening to What’s Underneath

Lee Jack – LJ Wellness Join us at Jamie’s Sanctuary for this week’s drop-in as we explore the emotion of anger and what it might be trying to tell us. Anger is often a surface feeling that can mask deeper emotions such as hurt, fear, grief, or frustration. Together we’ll create a safe and supportive […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 18th December, Christmas Drop-In Special

Darren Anderson – Minds of Recovery Darren Anderson is the founder of Minds of Recovery, a community-based charity in Irvine dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery journey. With lived experience and a strong passion for helping others, Darren delivers honest, relatable, and empowering conversations around mental health, addiction, and personal growth. His approach is […]
Drop-In Centre: Thursday 12th June, Whitburn Community Education Centre

James Docherty – A lived and professional perspective on “recovering from adversity” James Docherty is a Project Manager at the Scottish Violence Reduction Unit, where he’s spent over 15 years leading innovative, trauma-informed projects to prevent violence and promote recovery. Drawing on his own lived experience, he champions a public health approach to tackling Adverse […]