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Little Brains

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC055724
Status
Active
Reporting
Up to date
Registered
Sept. 25, 2026
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
Unit 4a
Greenhills Squar
East Kilbride
G75 0EG

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Beneficiaries: 'People with disabilities or health problems'

Objectives: The relief of those in need of support due to disability. The organisation will support children, young people, adults and families, with a primary focus on neurodivergence, additional support needs and mental health issues. The aim is to combat isolation. support social interactions and personal development. and increase knowledge and understanding in their support networks and wider community. Through advertising, professional networking and word of mouth, participants will self-refer irrespective of professional diagnosis. Support will be delivered through structured facilitated groups, adapted for different age groups and abilities, giving opportunities for social interaction, peer support and developing skills. Support will be provided to parents, care givers and siblings through peer support, respite, advice, sign posting and a listening ear from volunteers. A welcoming, inclusive, safe space will be provided in our dedicated community resource centre in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire where services are continuous from early years to adulthood. Beneficiaries are encouraged to make a contribution towards running costs, however inability to do so does not exclude anyone from accessing the service Involvement in community activities and a strong local presence will raise awareness and understanding of the above conditions in the wider community.

Geography

Main operating location
South Lanarkshire
Geographical spread
Wider, but within one local authority area

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