Getting “Switched On”
Getting online is a great way of keeping in touch, keeping abreast of information and accessing services. It can also really help to combat the feelings of isolation that many of us experience when we can’t get out and about as much as we would like.
We know that getting online is still new to a lot of people, so fear not… help is at hand! You can hear how two carers were helped by our Switched On service in one of our podcasts – just click on the button below.
The Switched On service has now ended, but there is still help available from other organisations:
The Connecting Scotland Helpline provides digital support to anyone in Scotland. It is free to call on 0800 0 590 690 and is open from Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.
East Dunbartonshire Council offers Digital Drop-ins in Bishopbriggs, Milngavie & Kirkintilloch libraries. You can take your device along and they will help with any worries, queries or struggles (but they cannot mend broken items).
We are normally open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00 pm, but appointments (by phone, in person or online) out with these hours can be arranged. Currently mail is not being picked up from the office on a regular basis so if possible please email or phone us. During evenings and weekends, if you or someone you know requires urgent social work support, please call 0800 811 505.
