Find information about community groups, charities and voluntary organisations in Orkney. Our directory also includes details of the other services providing support in the the local community.
We are working on the contents of the directory. If you have any feedback, please email enquiries@vaorkney.org.uk. If you would like to add a new entry or update an existing one, you can find the forms to do this at the bottom of the page.
The aims of the charity are to help and support older people who live in their own homes, to retain dignity, choice and independence and to enjoy a good quality of life…
Braeburn Court is a purpose-built facility in St Margaret's Hope designed to provide a housing support/care at home support service to older and vulnerable people in their own tenancies.
Clan Cancer Support provides emotional and practical support to anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis, including family members, carers and close friends.
We provide unpaid carers of people with any disability/illness with emotional support, information, advice, advocacy, carers assessment, support group, Time to Live funding…
The hall provides services for the community. Badminton, craft, senior citizen and youth clubs as well as the W.I, Brownies and Guides all meet in the hall.
Sunnybrae Centre is s Very Sheltered Housing Complex set up to enable individuals to live in a community setting through the provision of quality care and support services.
Friendship club is an opportunity for those over 60 to share in a cup of tea and enjoy quizzes, singing, talks and fun. It is followed by a three course meal. 11.00am to 1.00pm
Day care for older people, to support older people with a focus on reablement. To encourage service users to develop confidence and skills to enable them to live at home independently.
We offer meals, 1st Wednesday of the month and every 3rd Wednesday, alternate Wednesday Tea, Fruit Bread and Biscuits and also when possible entertainment.
We are committed to creating a sensitive and caring culture based on empowerment where the well-being and quality of life for residents are of the utmost importance.
With an outdoor facility for all year round playing, we offer bowling facilities for all age groups and hold various competitions. Tuition can also be arranged.
Marengo Centre is a community facility serving the residents of Burray and South Ronaldsay consisting of a lounge meeting area, community laundry and an ensuite double bedroom.
You can add information about your community group, charity, organisation or service, or update an existing entry by completing and submitting a directory form.
