Are you looking for a way to pass the time helping out the community, or maybe your looking to give your CV a boost?
Then volunteering with us may be for you!
If you would like to be more involved in the organisation, becoming a member of ACDI could be for you, more details in the next section.
We have a variety of positions available which may interest you which cover a wide range of activities and responsibilities, such as:
Forms can be completed digitally and e-mailed to admin@auchinleckacdi.co.uk or printed and handed in at The Boswell Centre.
Forms can be printed and handed-in at The Boswell Centre, there's a box in the foyer, where you'll also find hard copies if you'd rather complete by hand. Alternatively, e-mail to admin@auchinleckacdi.co.uk
A benefits check or welfare rights review can mean extra income, reduced bills, or access to support you we're aware of.
Speak to a real person who understands benefits, welfare rights, training opportunities and local support. Reduce confusion and get what you’re entitled to.
Our team can refer you to the right health, wellbeing, or community support makes a real difference.
We are currently taking registrations for 2 different courses: 'Life Matters' and 'Bridge'. If you have any questions or work like to register, please see Community Engagement Team contact detail above.
A practical course designed to introduce confidence in tackling the challenges of life in a safe, friendly, non-judgmental setting with wellbeing activities.
Contact Chris for info/sign-up
An introductory course designed to build confidence in your ability to progress, develop your resilience to the challenges of life and provide a platform for growth in your future chosen path.
Contact Mari for info/sign-up
We support individuals in recovery in a range of ways.
Since I started as ACDI Recovery’s Peer Support Worker in March 2022, The Boswell Centre has become a well known place for people to come and seek advice on addictions and to access crucial services, either for themselves or for their families. To date we have engaged with over 154 people in the community, many of which now attend our weekly groups, which are hosted at The Boswell Centre or The Knowe Garden Centre. We hope that by continuing our work we are able to reduce stigma and support those in their recovery.
Join us for our weekly gatherings and occasional outings to external events.
Meeting in The Boswell Centre
This weekly group, aimed at family and friends affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use.
We offer a safe, confidential and understanding space where you can talk openly, share concerns, and connect with others who truly understand.
There is also the opportunity to get training
delivered by Scottish Families Affected by Drugs & Alcohol (SFAD) which aims to build confidence, skills, and knowledge for anyone who may wish to support others or become involved in peer-led family support.
Held in The Boswell Centre
Rolls, tea and coffee provided. This group allows everyone to share their experiences. We quite often have guest speakers in to give talks and also various other organisations, eg. Home Energy Scotland, NHS Oral Health, amongst other groups which might be relevant to the recovery community. We often discuss our future events here, so it's a great place to get involved and share any ideas!
This is a port-a-cabin in the gardens of The Knowe Garden Centre which has been transformed into a safe haven for those who just want time to
themselves. The ideal spot for privacy if you want some peaceful time to care for your wellbeing. This group are also involved in various activities in the garden and local communities.
We also regularly arrange days out across
Ayrshire as well as holding events such as 'Recovery Together' at our home base at The Boswell Centre.
See video below of our Cold Water Swimming trip to Kelburn.
All welcome at our Harvest Hub.
New members must sign-up to become members, with a £1 annual membership fee charged as well as an ID check required (please bring ID with you for this purpose).
We will have a range of branded cupboard staples and frozen favourites available at affordable prices.
Now open Monday-Friday 9:30am-12 noon & 1pm-2:30pm
