Stepping Stones

Women's Group
2026-05-05 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-21 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Clydebank Library, Upstairs in Clydebank Library, Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 1XH
Our Women’s Group is a mental health specific wellbeing group for Women in West Dunbartonshire. The groups provide activities that have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing, reduces loneliness and isolation and boosts confidence and self-esteem.
The group address issues such as gender inequality and how this impacts mental health; providing support that will enhance education and knowledge around gender inequalities, develop robust self-care systems through the introduction of complementary therapies and activities to enable women to make their own positive choices that would improve their lives.
Our Women’s Group meet every week, Tuesday at 11am-1pm at Clydebank Library, Clydebank.

Scottish Mental health First Aid Course
2026-05-05 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-04 09:30 - 16:30 | Stepping Stones, The Social Economy Centre, Ground Floor,, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, G81 1BL, United Kingdom
SMHFA Course
This is an in person 12hour credited Public Health Scotland Course delivered by our qualified trainer.
Mental health first Aid is an initial response to distress and all participants are presented with a knowledge and understanding to help remove stigma and give confidence in approaching a person in distress.
Should you wish further information or to enquire about registering for future SMHFA dates then contact us on Admin@stepstones.org.uk

Dumbarton Relaxation Group
2026-05-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Riverside Church, Dumbarton, High Street, Dumbarton, G82 1NB
Our Relaxation Groups are led by our volunteers and peers. These are hour long sessions that involve a mixture of mindfulness activities and often meditation. The aim of the groups are to provide tools and tips for supporting your own wellbeing.
Dumbarton Relaxation Group meet every week, Mondays 2- 3pm at Riverside Church, Dumbarton.

Clydebank Relaxation Group
2026-05-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Stepping Stones, The Social Economy Centre, Ground Floor,, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, G81 1BL, United Kingdom
Our Relaxation Groups are led by our volunteers and peers. These are hour long sessions that involve a mixture of mindfulness activities and often meditation. The aim of the groups are to provide tools and tips for supporting your own wellbeing.
Clydebank Relaxation Group meet every week, Mondays 11am -12pm at Hope Cafe, Stepping Stones.

Peer Led Men's Group
2026-05-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Clydebank Library, Upstairs in Clydebank Library, Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 1XH
The Peer Led Men’s Group is a regular 2hr session for men. The group provides a safe and confidential space to share lived experience of mental health issues, and participate in related activities that benefit their wellbeing.
This group is made up of Stepping Stones members who have previously attended support and have now formed a cohort to provide peer support for one another.
Activities are facilitated by Stepping Stones Volunteers and Peers, this is not a staff led group.
The Group is held weekly on Friday afternoon, 1-3pm in Clydebank Library. Several of the men choose to meet earlier for lunch at a local cafe.
For further information on this group you can contact us via Admin@stepstones.org.uk

Men's Group
2026-05-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Stepping Stones, The Social Economy Centre, Ground Floor,, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, G81 1BL, United Kingdom
Our Men’s Group is a regular 2hr session for men to have a safe and confidential space to share their lived experience of mental health issues, participate in awareness and health related activities, social activities, outings and more.
Men’s Group West Dunbartonshire is held weekly on a Friday at 10am – 12:00 at the Hope Cafe, Stepping Stones Office, 63 Kilbowie Road, Clydebank.

Walk In - Support & Information Service
2026-05-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Vale of Leven District Hospital, Main Street, Alenandria, G83 0UA
Stepping Stones staff are available to meet every Friday morning, 9am – 12 noon at the Vale of Leven Hospital, ‘Support & Information Services’ Hub.
The ‘SIS Hub’ offers a friendly, confidential and safe space to come and chat.
If you have a question about mental health, Stepping Stones, or what support services are available to you or your family, then please do attend this walk in service.
We’d be happy to help walk ins complete referral forms or sign post to appropriate services.

Neurodiversity Steering Group - Information Evening
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Stepping Stones, The Social Economy Centre, Ground Floor,, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, G81 1BL, United Kingdom
The Stepping Stones Neurodiversity Steering Group is for people who want to support in championing and advocating for neurodivergence and creating an inclusive neurodiverse community in West Dunbartonshire, and those people interested in meeting other neurodivergent individuals in a safe, welcoming, and sensory-sensitive environment.
The group offers a variety of learning, socialising, and fun activities designed to support connection and wellbeing.
This information session is held before the ‘block’ begins, giving members the opportunity to share any specific accommodations that could help make their group more accessible and comfortable.

Dumbarton Social Group
2026-04-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Riverside Church, Dumbarton, High Street, Dumbarton, G82 1NB
The purpose of our social group is for people to reduce their isolation, form connections and friendships, and learn new skills. By attending groups and socialising the outcomes can be significant to improving health and wellbeing.
Dumbarton Social Group meet on a Thursday at 2pm-4pm at Riverside Parish Church, High street, Dumbarton.
Please register your interest by contacting us.

Peer2Peer Course
2026-04-30 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-23 10:30 - 12:30 | Clydebank Library, Upstairs in Clydebank Library, Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 1XH
Peer2Peer course offers people with lived experience the opportunity to build their knowledge and skills in supporting others on their recovery journey.
Delivered over six weekly sessions, the course is experiential and highly participative, encouraging learning through shared experience and reflection.
It covers a wide range of topics related to mental health recovery, supporting participants to enhance their own wellbeing while developing the confidence, understanding, and skills to help to support others.
Session 1 – Introduction – What is recovery
Session 2 – What is Peer Support & Self Care
Session 3 – Use of language and communication
Session 4 – Surviving and Thriving & Boundaries
Session 5 – Sharing our recovery stories
Session 6 – Review and celebration!
This course is scheduled to be held in Clydebank library from Thursday April 23rd – Thursday May 21st – 10:30am – 12:30
If you would like further information on the course, to register interest or be added to a wait list for P2P course then contact us.

Dumbarton Walking Group
2026-04-29 12:45 - 14:00, 2026-04-22 12:45 - 14:00, 2026-04-15 12:45 - 14:00 | Levengrove Fountain, Levengrove park, 2 Clydeshore road, Dumbarton, G82 4AE
Walking is usually one of the simplest ways to stay active as it can boost your mood and overall wellbeing, reduce your isolation, and connect with people while getting light exercise.
Our walks are designed to meet everyone’s needs, and each walk has a more energetic and a more accessible route.
Meet at 1pm at the Levengrove Fountain, Levengrove Park, Dumbarton at 12:45 to set off for 1pm and walks last for approximately an hour.

POSITIVE FUTURES - Mindfulness and Relaxation
2026-04-29 10:30 - 12:30 | Clydebank Library, Upstairs in Clydebank Library, Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 1XH
Positive Futures is a 6 week course on managing anxiety for a positive future.
This session is 3 of 6 that Stepping Stones are running at Clydebank Library.
The Mindfulness and Relaxation session looks at relaxation exercises including:

Mindfulness
Muscle Relaxation
Breath work

To attend this session you must have a booked place – please contact us to book or be added to the wait list for future sessions

Clydebank Walking Group
2026-04-29 10:15 - 11:30, 2026-04-22 10:15 - 11:30 | Stepping Stones, The Social Economy Centre, Ground Floor,, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, G81 1BL, United Kingdom
Walking is usually one of the simplest ways to stay active as it can boost your mood and overall wellbeing, reduce your isolation, and connect with people while getting light exercise.
Our walks are designed to meet everyone’s needs, and each walk has a more energetic and a more accessible route.
Meet at Stepping Stones at 10:15am to set off for 10:30am and walks last for approximately an hour.

Glasgow Kiltwalk
2026-04-26 | Glasgow Kiltwalk
Our Stepping Stones Kiltwalkers – Team Name “Walking for Mental Health One Step At a Time” are taking on the Glasgow Kiltwalk.
You can support by signing up to walk for Stepping Stones – or you can sponsor the team!

POSITIVE FUTURES - Lifestyle and Anxiety
2026-04-22 10:30 - 12:30 | Clydebank Library, Upstairs in Clydebank Library, Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 1XH
Positive Futures is a 6 week course on managing anxiety for a positive future.
This session is 2 of 6 that Stepping Stones are running at Clydebank Library.
The Lifestyle and Anxiety session looks at life choices that can influence anxiety, including:

Diet
Regular Eating
Caffeine
Alcohol
Substance Use
Smoking
Physical exercise
Sleep

To attend this session you must have a booked place – please contact us to book or be added to the wait list for future sessions
