A passion for football and a commitment to community opportunity are at the heart of Michael’s journey with Glasgow On The Ball AFC, where he now serves as Club Director of the club’s inclusive “On the Ball FC” programme. Michael, who qualified from the University of Strathclyde in 2021, works professionally as an accountant. But away from spreadsheets and calculators, he swaps his office tools for a tactics board and football boots as he leads one of the club’s longest-standing teams. His...

The Active Age Programme is continuing to grow, now delivering engaging activity sessions in 10 care homes across North Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire. The programme has also celebrated the restart of sessions at Morningside Care Home, bringing regular movement and social activity back to residents in Wishaw. Activities are now being delivered in care homes across Rutherglen, Wishaw, East Kilbride, Uddingston, Hamilton and Coatbridge, ensuring more residents than ever can benefit from...

Pensioners across the community are being invited to start their Sundays feeling energised and connected with Wake Up with Martyn , a free online activity class designed especially for older adults. Held every Sunday morning on Zoom, the session offers gentle movement, light stretching, and uplifting conversation — all from the comfort of home. The class is tailored to suit different mobility levels, making it accessible whether participants prefer to sit or stand. Staying active in later...