Please select a category below for a list of organisations serving that group (click the title again to shrink the list).
Children
Practical support for families with children.
Action for ChildrenSupporting children and young people.
Albyn Polish SchoolPolish school based at Albyn School.
ArchwayParent-led charity for children and adults with learning disabilities and their families.
Befriend a ChildSupporting school-age children.
FACEYOUTHYouth education and empowerment, with special focus on Nigerian children and young people.
Fersands and Fountain CentreSupport and services for local families in poverty.
Home Start AberdeenSupport for children and families.
MermaidsSupporting trans, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.
Polish Sunny SchoolSchool based in Tullos, promoting Polish language and culture, where children learn in small groups, develop their passions and cultivate tradition.
SerenitiFaith-based family support, offering hope and compassion for families in conditions of stress or financial hardship due to their caring responsibilities.
Sunrise PartnershipSupporting bereaved children and young people, providing individual and group sessions in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
The Bridge Centre, TorryCommunity space and cafe, run by the Kings Community Foundation, hosting a range of groups, activities and classes. Open to people of all faiths and none.
Touch of Love OutreachSupport and advocacy for ethnic minority families, including food bank, youth groups, family hub, and skills development for mothers. Based in Torry but available across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
WeTooParent-led charity supporting families of children with disabilities across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, providing information, inclusive opportunities, community and a magazine.
Young People
Support network for care-experienced young people in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen FoyerHousing, training and support for young people.
Aberdeen Youth MovementGroup representing young people aged 12-25 in Aberdeen City.
Action for ChildrenSupporting children and young people.
Afristyle Dance ClubAfrican arts and culture group for young people.
Albyn Polish SchoolPolish school based at Albyn School.
Article 12Supporting and empowering young people who are less likely to be heard including Gypsy/Travellers, those who are experiencing mental ill-health, or are disabled, care experienced, or young carers.
Care and RepairBased in Castlehill Housing Association. Advice and practical assistance for older (60+) and disabled people, allowing them to live in their own homes as independently as possible, including home adaptations, small repairs, fire safety assessments, home heating improvements, dementia and mental health support, and a trusted traders scheme. Also supporting young people through work placements and traineeships. Based in Castlehill Housing Association.
FACEYOUTHYouth education and empowerment, with special focus on Nigerian children and young people.
Fersands and Fountain CentreSupport and services for local families in poverty.
Four PillarsSupporting the mental, emotional, physical and sexual health and wellbeing of LGBT+ people across Grampian, based at a community hub in Aberdeen. Services include one-to-one support, youth groups, social groups, health testing, free information and sexual health materials, training, outreach, support to report hate crime, and more.
LGBT+ Youth ScotlandSupporting LGBT+ young people.
MermaidsSupporting trans, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.
Nepalese Himalayan AssociationForum connecting Nepalese community members living in Scotland to exchange ideas, celebrate cultural and religious festivals, empower young ones in learning their mother tongue and exploring their creative potential through education, health and sports.
Polish Sunny SchoolSchool based in Tullos, promoting Polish language and culture, where children learn in small groups, develop their passions and cultivate tradition.
Older People
Network of residents at 40 sheltered housing complexes across Aberdeen.
Care and RepairBased in Castlehill Housing Association. Advice and practical assistance for older (60+) and disabled people, allowing them to live in their own homes as independently as possible, including home adaptations, small repairs, fire safety assessments, home heating improvements, dementia and mental health support, and a trusted traders scheme. Also supporting young people through work placements and traineeships. Based in Castlehill Housing Association.
Silver City SurfersFriendly and supportive space where older people can learn about new tech, one-to-one with patient and experienced tutors, based on what they need. Includes tea, coffee, biscuits and a blether! Website also has resources and information.
The Bridge Centre, TorryCommunity space and cafe, run by the Kings Community Foundation, hosting a range of groups, activities and classes. Open to people of all faiths and none.
Families
Practical support for families with children.
ArchwayParent-led charity for children and adults with learning disabilities and their families.
Fersands and Fountain CentreSupport and services for local families in poverty.
Four PillarsSupporting the mental, emotional, physical and sexual health and wellbeing of LGBT+ people across Grampian, based at a community hub in Aberdeen. Services include one-to-one support, youth groups, social groups, health testing, free information and sexual health materials, training, outreach, support to report hate crime, and more.
Home Start AberdeenSupport for children and families.
MermaidsSupporting trans, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.
SerenitiFaith-based family support, offering hope and compassion for families in conditions of stress or financial hardship due to their caring responsibilities.
Sunrise PartnershipSupporting bereaved children and young people, providing individual and group sessions in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
The Bridge Centre, TorryCommunity space and cafe, run by the Kings Community Foundation, hosting a range of groups, activities and classes. Open to people of all faiths and none.
Touch of Love OutreachSupport and advocacy for ethnic minority families, including food bank, youth groups, family hub, and skills development for mothers. Based in Torry but available across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
WeTooParent-led charity supporting families of children with disabilities across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, providing information, inclusive opportunities, community and a magazine.