BBC case study request: Post natal depression in new dads
Becoming a father can be the happiest time in a man’s life, but for some it can bring unexpected feelings of anxiety, stress and guilt. Until recently, mental health concerns
The SMSA supports the creation and development of Men's Sheds across Scotland
“Without that first contact with the SMSA, I strongly believe that our Shed would not exist.”
Aberchirder & District Men’s Shed
The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association’s sole focus is to support, promote and represent Men’s Sheds and our members. We assist Scotland’s Shedders and their supporters to create Men’s Sheds in their community to benefit their health and wellbeing across Scotland. If you need help, inspiration or just a chat, you have come to the right place.
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MEN ATTENDING SHEDS ACROSS 32 LOCAL AUTHORITIES
10200
SMSA INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
43000
SMSA SHED MEMBERS
100
SHEDS OPEN ACROSS SCOTLAND
100
SHEDS CURRENTLY IN DEVELOPMENT
0
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MEN DON’T TALK – a new play by Clare Prenton
PLEASE NOTE: This event has now passed. Finally, after a long, pandemic-related pause, Claire Prenton’s play – written with ten members of the Peebles and District Mens Shed in 2019-2020
COVID-19 Emergency Funding for Sheds Update
During the pandemic, the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA) secured funding from the Scottish Government to provide vital funds to support Men’s Sheds in Scotland in crisis. The purpose of
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