In line with Government advice, and in common with other sector providers, Apex Scotland has put into place a range of measures designed to safeguard staff, our service users and the public as much as is possible while the risks of transmitting the coronavirus are significant. Given the strong advice to reduce personal contact situations,…
Apex Forth Valley News
New Chair for Apex Scotland
At our AGM in December 2019, Brian Fearon (below right) stepped down as Chair of Apex Scotland. In 2009 Brian was employed by Apex for three months as interim Chief Executive, going on to join the Board the following year, stepping into the Chair’s shoes in 2013. In Apex’s Annual Report this year, Brian said…
Apex Is Feeling Festive
This week, Apex staff have embraced all that is festive. Inspired by Save the Children’s campaign, we have been modelling our Christmas jumpers to help raise funds for local causes. Although a national charity, our hearts are in our communities and, as this is where we invest our time and energy on a daily basis,…
Apex Annual Report 2016
Each year it is a privilege to be able to look back and see how much has been accomplished over the past 12 months. This year’s Annual Report highlights our involvement at a local level, showing not only how much our communities across the country appreciate our contribution, but also how much it means to…
Apex Scotland is a Centre of Excellence
Apex Scotland is delighted to have been awarded the title ‘Centre of Excellence’ in recognition of our outstanding practice in running ASDAN courses. The nomination was made by Regional Managers at ASDAN and reflects commitment to celebrating success and rewarding achievement of both learners and those working with them. Apex’s nomination was made specifically in…
Green Action Outlook Project 2014
The Apex Forth Valley team attended an award ceremony at the Falkirk Wheel for our clients that participated in the Green Action Outlook project 2014, a 12-week course that started on 9 September 2014. The day gave a good opportunity to try out the public nature trail path that they had helped to create. As…
Employability Skills Workshop
Apex Scotland Forth Valley are offering a new workshop. The Employability Skills Workshop sets out to help clients build their knowledge and competence around job search methods, where to look for jobs and resources available. The Workshop runs weekly and will be tailored to individual needs, focusing on what most suits the needs of the…
Auricular Acupuncture
Apex Scotland Forth Valley offer its clients auricular acupuncture sessions as part of their rehabilitation/detox. Auricular acupuncture can help in a variety of different ways such as; Stress Management, Relaxation Therapy and Anger Management. The session involves the gentle placement of five small, sterile, disposable needles onto specific sites on the ear. The recipient of…
Hub has the WOW Factor
Members of a new women’s group showcased their creative talent in an art exhibition recently. The art group is part of a programme called Women Only Workshop (W.O.W) which has been introduced by Apex Forth Valley and aims to help women build confidence, learn new skills and develop social networks.
Lifeskills volunteers help at dog home
A group of young local people – run by Apex Scotland at Cooperage Way in Alloa – have been carrying out voluntary work at Bandweath Dog Shelter in Throsk near Stirling. They travel through on a weekly basis to help out at the Shelter and understand that voluntary work is a valuable tool to have on their CV when applying for jobs.