Winter can bring additional challenges for our health and wellbeing. Shorter days, colder weather, seasonal illnesses, caring responsibilities and increased pressures at home or work can all have an impact on how we feel.
Whether you’re looking for ways to support your mental wellbeing, stay active, connect with others, access help and advice, or find local activities and services, we’re here to help.
We’ve brought together trusted health and wellbeing information, practical advice, local services, support organisations and community opportunities from across Ayrshire and Arran to help you stay healthy, well and connected this winter.
Services and support in your area
Find services and programmes in your local authority area:
North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership
KA Leisure – Everyone can benefit from being more active and there is a lot going at KA Leisure to get you moving. It’s not just gym and sports – there is something for everyone.
Carers Gateway North Ayrshire provides information support and advice to unpaid carers across the North Ayrshire area.
Connect South Ayrshire is your local directory. Search Local Activities, Events, Contacts & Involvements. Discover all the great things going on in your area.
Voluntary Action South Ayrshire
South Ayrshire Council Sport & Leisure
Carers Gateway South Ayrshire provides information, support and advice to unpaid carers across the South Ayrshire area.
Help with energy efficiency and cold homes
Contact Home Energy Scotland for free and impartial advice on:
- reducing your energy bills
- grants and funding
- helping someone you care for
- additional support to make your home warmer
You can call free on 0808 808 2282 or visit the Home Energy Scotland website.
Money worries and financial support
If you’re worried about money, debt, benefits or making ends meet, support is available. Local advice services can provide free, confidential advice and help you access the financial support you may be entitled to.
Visit NHS Inform for advice on dealing with low mood, anxiety, phobias, stress and where you can get help.
East Ayrshire Money: Telephone 0800 389 7750
Email: FinancialInclusionTeam@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Website: EA Money | Advice & Information on Benefit and Money Issues
Money Matters: Telephone 01294 310456
Email: moneymatters@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Website: Benefits, welfare rights and advice
Information & Advice Hub: Telephone 0300 123 0900
Email: informationandadvicehub@south-ayrshire.gov.uk
Website: https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/information-and-advice-hub