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Connect With Councillors - Councillor Martin Rooney
By Councillor Martin Rooney, Council Leader, West Dunbartonshire Council I’m delighted to be able to support the Improving lives “Connect...

Improving Lives
Oct 11, 20242 min read


Tour De Millport 2024
Tour De Millport 2024 was our best yet! A huge thank you to everyone who took part or came along on the day. We appreciate you so much....

Improving Lives
Aug 8, 20241 min read


Volunteer Story - Lorna
My name is Lorna and I'm the resident Art Tutor for the Art for Anxiety group and volunteer researcher at Improving Lives. I have been...

Improving Lives
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Volunteer Story - Janice
Please excuse the poor video quality which means you can't see our lovely Janice however her words are what matters here.....

Improving Lives
Jun 7, 20241 min read


Volunteer Story - Alexis
l contacted Improving Lives last year as l needed some advice and  support after a health diagnosis that l struggled to get my head...

Improving Lives
Jun 5, 20241 min read


Volunteer Story - Karen
My name is Karen and my age is debatable depending on how I am feeling lol. I am a volunteer adviser within Improving Lives Charity, I am...

Improving Lives
Jun 5, 20241 min read


Volunteer Story - Billy
Here is Billy, one of our Men's Fishing Group Leaders, talking about why he volunteers with Improving Lives.... Part 1 Part 2
Billy
Jun 3, 20241 min read


Volunteer Story - Natalie
My name is Natalie, I'm 25 years old and I am a volunteer here at Improving Lives. My volunteer roles are Writing Group Coordinator and...
Natalie
Jun 3, 20241 min read


Our Open Day is back!
It’s that time again! Our annual Big Disability Open Day is back and we’re hoping it will be bigger than ever! Our Open Day is renowned...

Improving Lives
Mar 13, 20241 min read


Onwards and Upwards
"This group has gave me a new lease of life, all my family can see the difference in me since i joined"
Billy
Nov 29, 20233 min read


Capturing Moments
Last month we partnered with Inclusive Images who facilitated 4 photography days out for us. These trips gave people the chance to get...

Improving Lives
Oct 16, 20231 min read


Announcement!
We are thrilled to announce that our charity is undergoing a significant transformation as we change our name to "Improving Lives." This...

Improving Lives
Sep 8, 20231 min read


Leading The Way
I have been involved with The Big Disability Group since it was founded in 2017 by Kevin and Dhyani Crawford. I  am lead adviser and if...

Improving Lives
Sep 7, 20231 min read


Last week
Our receptionist Angela shares her thoughts on last week

Improving Lives
Jul 27, 20231 min read


Tour De Millport 2023
At the weekend Kevin and I were joined by staff, volunteers and supporters once again in Millport for our annual sponsored cycle - The...
Dhyani Crawford
Jul 16, 20232 min read


Community day
On Saturday our staff and volunteers headed along to man our stall at the Dalmuir Barclay Church Community Day. It was great to chat to...

Improving Lives
Jul 2, 20231 min read


Networking with West Dunbartonshire HSCP
Some pics from the networking event that The Big Disability Group held in partnership with West Dunbartonshire HSCP in Dumbarton today,...

Improving Lives
Jun 29, 20231 min read


A celebration
💙💙 A massive thank you to everyone who came along today to celebrate a year at the Big Disability Hub with us! 💙💙 Special thanks to...

Improving Lives
Jun 27, 20231 min read


1 year at The Big Disability Hub!
Our charity celebrates 1 year at our new home
Dhyani Crawford
Jun 27, 20234 min read


Thank you 🍕
Thanks to Domino's Clydebank for their amazing donation of pizzas and wedges towards our buffet at our fundraiser at the weekend!...

Improving Lives
Jun 26, 20231 min read
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