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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Health
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South Lanarkshire locals invited to shape future of Kilbryde Hospice care at community roadshows
Three local roadshows will invite open discussion on Kilbryde Hospice's impact and future plans. Kilbryde Hospice is to host a series of community roadshows across South Lanarkshire. The roadshows will take place in October, following the East Kilbride-based palliative care centre's open Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 17. These events will be an important opportunity for local people to shape the future of hospice care in East Kilbride and Strathaven, Rutherglen and Cambuslang and Hamilton and Blantyre. The AGM will bring together trustees, staff, volunteers and community representatives to reflect on the past year and outline strategic priorities going forward. Three local roadshows will invite open discussion on Kilbryde Hospice's impact and future plans: Wednesday, October 1 – St Columbkille's Church Hall, Rutherglen; Wednesday, October 22 – Blantyre/Hamilton (venue tbc); Wednesday, October 29 – Calderwood Baptist Church, East Kilbride. 'These roadshows are more than just meetings - they reaffirm our vital role in the heart of the communities we serve,' said Gordon McHugh, chief executive of Kilbryde Hospice. 'We want to hear what matters most and ensure Kilbryde continues to meet local needs with compassion, dignity and respect.' Kilbryde Hospice invites all those with an interest in palliative care and community support to attend and share their views. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook?
Daily Record
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Hamilton dementia awareness campaigner takes Miss Great Britain Glasgow crown
Jenna Kinnaird has now set her sights on the Miss Great Britain title as she bids for glory in the 80th anniversary finals this October. A dementia awareness campaigner from Hamilton has been crowned Miss Great Britain Glasgow. Twenty-year-old Jenna Kinnaird, an accounts assistant who volunteers for Kilbryde Hospice, triumphed among a bevy of beauties in the glitzy ceremony at Larkhall's Radstone Hotel on Friday. Jenna raised hundreds of pounds for Dementia UK after her beloved gran's sudden diagnosis last Christmas and is passionate about using her platform to raise awareness of the heartbreaking disease. The brunette stunner, who also competed in the pageant last year, has now secured a place in the Miss Great Britain national final in October. Jenna, a former St John Ogilvie High School pupil, told Lanarkshire Live:"Standing in that top two and seeing how emotional my family were felt nothing short of a moment slowed down in time. "I felt proud, proud of every single girl I have competed with. Altogether for our chosen charities we raised over £18,000. When you put us determined, hardworking girls in a room, change is made. "Visiting my gran's care home was my first stop. I've always kept her updated with my pageant journey and her reaction was one I'll never forget - there was tears and laughter." Jenna previously told how her family's lives were turned upside down when her gran's memory deteriorated and she was diagnosed with dementia at 71. She now aims to educate others on the whole process that comes with it and how it not only affects the older generation, but young people too. Jenna added: "For me my growth and progression from last year's heat already felt like a win, the pageant community welcomed me with open arms. We are all amazing women who are passionate to make change. "The directors Olivia and Katie McPike truly want the best for every single girl and treat us all like family, they put on an amazing show and give every single girl the most amazing opportunities." Jenna has now set her sights on the Miss Great Britain title as she bids for glory in the 80th anniversary finals this October. She continued: "While the nerves are rushing I smile every time, and I'm overcome with a huge sense of proudness to be representing Glasgow. I know Olivia and Katie will have my back every step of the way. "I'll always continue to spread the word of dementia and the information that people can access out there." And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!
Daily Record
19-06-2025
- Health
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Loaves and Fishes welcome Kilbryde Hospice wellbeing hub to new base
'A Safe Space to Talk' has found a new home at Loaves and Fishes as the hospice and multibank unite to deliver community-led support in East Kilbride. A Safe Space to Talk - East Kilbride's innovative drop-in wellbeing hub - is entering an exciting new chapter as it transitions from Kilbryde Hospice to a new community location at Loaves and Fishes. From July, the initiative will be hosted by Kilbryde Hospice on the first Tuesday of each month, with remaining weekly sessions taking place at Loaves and Fishes in the former Greenhills Library. Kilbryde say this move reflects the strength of collaborative partnership working across East Kilbride, uniting third sector organisations and public services to meet the wider needs of local people. The model is underpinned by the principles of Community-Led Support (CLS) and the Marmot Place approach - recognising that good health and wellbeing are shaped not just by clinical care, but by the social conditions in which people live. "'A Safe Space to Talk' has shown the power of local collaboration," said Gordon McHugh, chief executive of Kilbryde Hospice. 'This isn't about any one organisation - it's about working together, listening to local people, and responding with real, human support where it's needed most.' Since launching earlier this year, the initiative has offered a warm, welcoming space where residents can drop in and access support for: health and emotional wellbeing, caring responsibilities and bereavement, housing, financial stress, and social isolation and relaxation therapies and creative sessions. The shift into Greenhills - one of East Kilbride's most socially and economically disadvantaged areas - allows the hub to connect with even more people in a place-based and inclusive way. Kilbryde say this approach serves as a test of change that could inform the development of a wider network of community hubs shaped by what matters most to local people. The success of 'A Safe Space to Talk' is built on strong partnership working between Kilbryde Hospice, Loaves and Fishes, Healthy and Active, South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership, NHS Lanarkshire Health Improvement Team, and a range of community organisations. 'This is about meeting people where they are - in every sense,' said Ann McLaughlin, Senior Health Improvement Manager, South Lanarkshire HSCP. 'Through partnership, shared learning, and trust, we're building something that truly belongs to the community.' A public community event will mark the hub's official launch at Loaves and Fishes later this summer.
Daily Record
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Miss Great Britain Glasgow finalist raises dementia awareness after gran's shock diagnosis
Jenna Kinnaird has been named a finalist in the glitzy ceremony which will take place in Larkhall's Radstone Hotel on June 20. A big-hearted accounts assistant from Hamilton is raising awareness of a cause close to her heart as she sets her sights on the Miss Great Britain Glasgow crown next week. Jenna Kinnaird, who volunteers for Kilbryde Hospice, has been named a finalist in the glitzy ceremony which will take place in Larkhall's Radstone Hotel on June 20. The stunning 20-year-old brunette will compete against dozens of other beauties for the coveted title for the chance to win a place in the Miss Great Britain national final in October. And while the former St John Ogilvie High School pupil says it would be a "dream" to win the contest, Jenna, who is competing for the second year in a row, is most proud to be raising awareness and funds for Dementia UK following her gran's shock diagnosis. Download the Lanarkshire Live app today She told Lanarkshire Live:"My gran was 71 when she diagnosed with dementia at Christmas last year. She had been working as a home carer for people with memory loss right up to when she was diagnosed. It was very fast moving as she was working at the start of the week, and by the end of the week she could no longer live alone. "It completely turned our lives upside down when her memory deteriorated. I knew I had to look into how the dementia affected my gran's capability to live alone and wanted to educate others on the whole process that comes with it and how it not only affects the older generation, but young people too. "My family and I never thought dementia would be something that we would have to deal with so soon. I knew I had to use my platform to let people know there is help out there." As well as taking part in a charity run for Hamilton Judo Club, Jenna was determined to raise funds for Dementia UK after her gran's sudden illness. Last month she held a quiz night at Giovanni's Italian Kitchen restaurant in her hometown which raised over £600. Shy and introverted as a child, Jenna says pageanting has given her the confidence to shine on stage and she can't wait to show the judges all the good work she has been doing for her local community in the lead up to the final. Jenna will compete in four rounds on pageant day in the hope of being crowned Miss Great Britain Glasgow: interview, swimwear, fashion and eveningwear. Jenna added: "I was always really shy and anxious as a child. In school I was quite quiet, very introverted. "I've always been more confident on social media and was approached by Miss Great Britain Glasgow via Instagram. I just went for it and it definitely built my confidence so much that I decided to do it again this year. "I'm so excited to take part in the finals. I'm excited to show the judges all the work that I've put in this year, compared to last year. "I love my community and I love helping out so I want to show that I'm prepared to make that time for others. With all the things I've done and the people I've met, I already have a feeling of proudness. I'm getting to go up on that stage and show everything I've done which I feel really good about." She continued: "And raising money and awareness for a charity so close to my heart, it does already feel like I've won. It's everyone's dream to win, but I'd be so happy for any of the other girls to win as we've became such good friends, it's so nice to see. "My family are over the moon - they're my biggest supporters. And I don't drive so they're my taxi rides here, there and everywhere! My sister Hanna is autistic and really struggles with her confidence so she always tells me how much it means to her that I get up on the stage." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook?
Daily Record
03-06-2025
- Business
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Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards crowns winners for 2025
The most prestigious night in the area's business calendar was attended by 400 guests and hosted by broadcasters David Farrell and Jennifer Reoch. Lanarkshire's thriving business community was celebrating as the winners of the 2025 Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards were announced. The most prestigious night in the area's business calendar was attended by 400 guests and hosted by broadcasters David Farrell and Jennifer Reoch. This year marked the 30th anniversary of the awards, which are one of the longest running in Scotland. They celebrate "the achievements and successes of the Lanarkshire business community". Guests cheered as the winners of the 10 award categories were announced after being selected by a panel of judges, who had a very difficult task. The awards dinner was held at Caledonia Gladiators Arena in East Kilbride, with the three-course meal provided by the five-star Crossbasket Castle Hotel. The event, hosted by North and South Lanarkshire Councils alongside main sponsor Albert Bartlett, also raised £3752 for Kilbryde Hospice and St Andrew's Hospice. Leader of North Lanarkshire Council, Jim Logue, said: "Lanarkshire businesses are vital to our local economy and these awards provide an excellent platform to highlight their hard work and achievements. "It has been an honour to be part of these celebrations tonight at the awards dinner. "Congratulations to all the outstanding finalists and the winners. "With a record number of entries this year, there was strong competition, and all the judges were impressed by the high quality of the entries. "I would also like to thank this year's sponsors; without their support the awards would not be possible." The 2025 winners are: Gas Certification Company Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Best Business (0-10 employees). Sponsored by Clyde Gateway. Opalion Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Best Business (11-50 employees). Sponsored by UKSE. CF Furniture & Flooring Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Best Business (51+ employees). Sponsored by Hub South West. Cumbernauld Theatre Trust - winner of Excellence in Customer Service. Sponsored by Invest South Lanarkshire and Invest North Lanarkshire. JWPA Contracts Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Best New Business. Sponsored by Business Gateway Lanarkshire. M House Business Solutions Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Innovation Business. Sponsored by Commsworld. R:evolve Recycle - winner of Lanarkshire Community Impact. Sponsored by Mears. Strachan & Kemp Commercial Services Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Green Business. Sponsored by Biffa. S. Collins & Son - winner of Lanarkshire's Food & Drink Award. Sponsored by DYW Lanarkshire. Plover Services Ltd - winner of Lanarkshire's Employer of the Year. Sponsored by North Lanarkshire's Working and South Lanarkshire Works. David Booth, executive director of community and enterprise at South Lanarkshire Council, added: "Every year, the Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards highlight the diverse range of businesses we have across the area, and their incredible quality, and this event proved no exception. "I am delighted for the winners and, indeed, all of the finalists should be proud, as every category was so competitive. "The awards are always a great occasion and congratulations to everyone who was part of - and helped to run - such a successful evening." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
