Thistle Foundation
@thistlefoundation.bsky.social
We're a pioneering Scottish charity supporting people with long-term health conditions and disabilities to live the life they want 💜
https://www.thistle.org.uk
https://www.thistle.org.uk
This Christmas, Warren, who came to Thistle for support and now works within our Centre of Wellbeing, is kindly sharing his story.
December 5, 2025 at 12:33 PM
This Christmas, Warren, who came to Thistle for support and now works within our Centre of Wellbeing, is kindly sharing his story.
“Armistice day for me is very important as I honour friends and family who have given the ultimate sacrifice.
I have a long line in family members who have served in all three services and always take this time to remember them and the service they gave the country... [1/3]
I have a long line in family members who have served in all three services and always take this time to remember them and the service they gave the country... [1/3]
November 11, 2025 at 9:54 AM
“Armistice day for me is very important as I honour friends and family who have given the ultimate sacrifice.
I have a long line in family members who have served in all three services and always take this time to remember them and the service they gave the country... [1/3]
I have a long line in family members who have served in all three services and always take this time to remember them and the service they gave the country... [1/3]
👏 Congratulations to all who just graduated from Thistle Academy: our paid, six-week course for learning and developing skills in person-centred support!
We value working alongside such reflective colleagues who are passionate about defending human rights and supporting people to live good lives.💜
We value working alongside such reflective colleagues who are passionate about defending human rights and supporting people to live good lives.💜
October 9, 2025 at 9:28 AM
👏 Congratulations to all who just graduated from Thistle Academy: our paid, six-week course for learning and developing skills in person-centred support!
We value working alongside such reflective colleagues who are passionate about defending human rights and supporting people to live good lives.💜
We value working alongside such reflective colleagues who are passionate about defending human rights and supporting people to live good lives.💜
Congratulations to the Craigmillar Art Group, whose exhibition at Artwalk Porty '25 was a huge success!
Across two weekends in September, the group welcomed 588 visitors and sold an impressive 27 pieces of art, including a lovely piece from Stuart🎨👏
Across two weekends in September, the group welcomed 588 visitors and sold an impressive 27 pieces of art, including a lovely piece from Stuart🎨👏
October 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Congratulations to the Craigmillar Art Group, whose exhibition at Artwalk Porty '25 was a huge success!
Across two weekends in September, the group welcomed 588 visitors and sold an impressive 27 pieces of art, including a lovely piece from Stuart🎨👏
Across two weekends in September, the group welcomed 588 visitors and sold an impressive 27 pieces of art, including a lovely piece from Stuart🎨👏
Yesterday, @heraldscotland.bsky.social on Sunday published an open letter to First Minster, @johnswinney.bsky.social, that was signed by 240 non-profit health and social care organisations, including Thistle.
August 18, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Yesterday, @heraldscotland.bsky.social on Sunday published an open letter to First Minster, @johnswinney.bsky.social, that was signed by 240 non-profit health and social care organisations, including Thistle.
🚶♂️ A massive thank you to Iain, who’s spending two weeks hiking across the Alps to raise funds for Thistle’s own Connecting Craigmillar! 💜
Over the next 10–14 days, he’ll cross alpine landscapes, high mountain passes, and rocky terrain.
Iain also turns 40 tomorrow - what a way to celebrate! 🎉
Over the next 10–14 days, he’ll cross alpine landscapes, high mountain passes, and rocky terrain.
Iain also turns 40 tomorrow - what a way to celebrate! 🎉
July 22, 2025 at 1:54 PM
🚶♂️ A massive thank you to Iain, who’s spending two weeks hiking across the Alps to raise funds for Thistle’s own Connecting Craigmillar! 💜
Over the next 10–14 days, he’ll cross alpine landscapes, high mountain passes, and rocky terrain.
Iain also turns 40 tomorrow - what a way to celebrate! 🎉
Over the next 10–14 days, he’ll cross alpine landscapes, high mountain passes, and rocky terrain.
Iain also turns 40 tomorrow - what a way to celebrate! 🎉
👟 Last year was amazing, and this year will be even better!
Join Team Thistle at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14 Sept!
Walk with us to support the wellbeing of people in Scotland living with disabilities and long-term health conditions 💜
Spots go fast, so sign up now!: shorturl.at/GgsyB
Join Team Thistle at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14 Sept!
Walk with us to support the wellbeing of people in Scotland living with disabilities and long-term health conditions 💜
Spots go fast, so sign up now!: shorturl.at/GgsyB
July 2, 2025 at 11:15 AM
👟 Last year was amazing, and this year will be even better!
Join Team Thistle at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14 Sept!
Walk with us to support the wellbeing of people in Scotland living with disabilities and long-term health conditions 💜
Spots go fast, so sign up now!: shorturl.at/GgsyB
Join Team Thistle at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14 Sept!
Walk with us to support the wellbeing of people in Scotland living with disabilities and long-term health conditions 💜
Spots go fast, so sign up now!: shorturl.at/GgsyB
🌱 Kevin recently decided to return to Thistle Gym after sharing with his team that he wanted to get back into fitness, which had been part of his routine before Covid. Read his story below💜
“Since returning, I’ve been using the hand cycling machine, which the other day I used for an... [1/3]
“Since returning, I’ve been using the hand cycling machine, which the other day I used for an... [1/3]
July 1, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🌱 Kevin recently decided to return to Thistle Gym after sharing with his team that he wanted to get back into fitness, which had been part of his routine before Covid. Read his story below💜
“Since returning, I’ve been using the hand cycling machine, which the other day I used for an... [1/3]
“Since returning, I’ve been using the hand cycling machine, which the other day I used for an... [1/3]
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Really Big Conversation last week!
Organised by the Thistle community for the community, it was a day to connect, share ideas, and shape Thistle’s future with inspiring speakers and group discussions.
We appreciate all who made this event so special 💜
Organised by the Thistle community for the community, it was a day to connect, share ideas, and shape Thistle’s future with inspiring speakers and group discussions.
We appreciate all who made this event so special 💜
June 25, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Really Big Conversation last week!
Organised by the Thistle community for the community, it was a day to connect, share ideas, and shape Thistle’s future with inspiring speakers and group discussions.
We appreciate all who made this event so special 💜
Organised by the Thistle community for the community, it was a day to connect, share ideas, and shape Thistle’s future with inspiring speakers and group discussions.
We appreciate all who made this event so special 💜