Day Centre
Our Day Centre offers a welcoming, inclusive space for people aged 60+ who may be facing loneliness, isolation or health challenges. Individuals attend on regular, pre-arranged day of the week - rather than a drop-in basis - creating a consistent routine and a familiar group setting where meaningful connections and trust can grow
Ways to Join Us
Local Authority Funded Place
Referrals are made by calling City of Edinburgh Council's Health & Social Care Direct team on 0131 200 2324
Please note that we have no control over referrals made through Social Care Direct. Places are allocated as they become available - this may incur a waiting period.
Monthly standing order required to cover transport and meals
Self Directed Support (SDS)
To enquire about SDS call City of Edinburgh Council's Health & Social Care Direct team on 0131 200 2324
We are delighted to share further details about Self- Directed Support (SDS) provided by The City of Edinburgh Council and available at Oxgangs Care.
Self-Directed Support is a flexible approach and gives greater choice and control on how your needs are met.
Self Funder
Private Referrals are made by calling us directly on
0131 445 3332 or emailing admin@oxgangscare.org
This is by far the quickest process, with no wait times
No Social Care involvement
Fully self funded
Payable via monthly standing order
Day Centre Sessions
Wednesdays 10:00 - 14:30
Thursdays 10:00 - 14:30
Fridays 10:00 - 14:30
We are closed Mondays, Tuesdays and weekends.
Transport
Transport may be provided where appropriate and discussed at assessment. Users are picked up between 9:30 - 10:30, and then dropped off at home between 14:30 - 15:30.
Self-travel is also an option.
Meals
Users enjoy a 2 course meal each day between 12:00 - 13:00.
Firm favourites include our steak pie and homemade soup!
Cuppas, water and healthy snacks are provided morning and afternoon too.
Activities
Our dedicated staff work hard to continuously plan engaging experiences at the day centre, including baking, arts and crafts, seasonal/topical activities, brain games, pampering, and opportunities to stay gently active each day. We also incorporate down-time, for our attendees to simply rest, read, have a blether or 40 winks if needed!
Outings & Entertainment
Our day service provision includes a variety of exciting outings and entertainers throughout the year. Successful events have included a barge trip, visiting the museum, a visit from Therapy Ponies, monthly live music from our regular musicians David Hood, Debbie McConnell, Sarah Laing and intergenerational experiences as we understand the importance of keeping our elderly connected with our youngest community members.
Also good to know
We have capacity to accommodate a maximum of 13 users per day.
We prioritise developing genuine, lasting relationships with the loved ones of our users.
If a client does not answer the door, we act promptly and appropriately, contacting family members or emergency contacts. We will keep in touch during longer absences to ensure the continued wellbeing of those we support, easing the return to us.
We celebrate each user's birthday as a group to further increase their individual sense of belonging and connection to others.
We take a person-centred approach to our service. We tailor each service user's needs and wishes, approaching these with respect, dignity and always without judgement, when planning their experience with us. Every service user has a voice and we listen.
Who is the Day Centre for?
Adults aged 60 and over in our local community (postcodes EH13 & parts of EH10) who are facing loneliness, isolation, or health challenges.
What is the process?
Get in touch to enquire and we'll happily talk you through the different types of places and how to refer. After a referral is accepted, we will visit you to get to know more about you and your needs before arranging your first day.
Paying for the service
Costs vary according to the type of place you have. We will talk you through costs and payment methods in person when you enquire.
Contact us to arrange a visit - we would be delighted to show you around
Phone: 0131 445 3332
Email: admin@oxgangscare.org
The office is operational:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
09:00 - 16:00