The SMSA is delighted to present the March 2024 edition of The Scottish Shedder magazine to our 3,700+ members and subscribers.
The Scottish Shedder features the latest news, events, projects and personal stories from Men’s Sheds across Scotland as well as promoting relevant opportunities and raising awareness of men’s health matters.
Read this issue at your leisure using the downloadable pdf or flipbook version below.
What’s inside this issue:
SMSA News: New Dual Guidance for Scottish Sheds and Social Prescribers
On Social Prescribing Day 2024, the SMSA recognised and celebrated the impact Social Prescribing can have on people’s health and wellbeing and the social prescribers, community groups and organisations championing this work in their local communities. The new guidelines from the SMSA will serve as a dual document which Sheds can share with their local doctors, health partners and professionals before they consider prescribing individuals to their local Men’s Shed.
SMSA Survey: The Impact of Scottish Men’s Sheds
The SMSA has devised a consultation to measure the impact of Scottish Men’s Sheds which will probably be the most important consultation you will complete all year! The survey will analyse Shedders’ personal experiences of the Shed model and ethos and evaluate some statements on the benefits to health and wellbeing.
SHED IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Livingston Community Shed
The SMSA takes a peek inside the doors of Livingston Community Shed in West Lothian which has flourished over the last year and just recently signed a ten-year community lease for the South Barn Garden at Carmondean Community Centre. Shed Chairman David Piper shares their blooming success so far.
A PERSONAL STORY: Krzysztof Malkowski, Lanark Men’s Shed
The SMSA interviews 33-year-old Krzysztof Malkowski from Lanark Men’s Shed – a new member who is mentoring his fellow Shedders on the creative world of 3D printing and design.
SHED LIFE: Inverness Men’s Shed marks tenth year
Inverness Men’s Shed Chairman Murdo MacIver reflects on their Shed journey so far as they mark their tenth year.
SHED LIFE: Caledonia you’re calling me and now I’m going to the Shed!
Men who join Men’s Sheds come from all walks of life—even a singer-songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist and record producer famous for a well-known anthem of Scottish pride!
SHED LIFE: Clyde Coast & Cumbraes Men’s Shed celebrate one hell of a first year!
Clyde Coast & Cumbraes Men’s Shed held its first anniversary celebrations this month—a milestone event recognised by a motion in UK Parliament— and what a year it’s been!
SHED LIFE: Inverclyde Shed inspires green-fingered kids
The Inverclyde Shed has been working with Larkfield Youth Connections on an intergenerational gardening project—funded through Impact Funding Partners—to inspire the next generation to get outside in the fresh air, roll up their sleeves and get growing and learning together!
And much more…
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NEXT DEADLINE (MARCH 2024 ISSUE): FRIDAY 15TH MAY 2024
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