Case Studies

Peter tells his story from adolescence to the present day as he tries to break out of a cycle of isolation.

A Bowel Cancer UK volunteer talks about her crucial early diagnosis and how she encourages others to take screening tests.

As part of the Self Management Making Waves, find out how Lomond and Argyll Advocacy Service has made an impact on self management.

A story of recovery from Adverse Childhood Experiences and the crucial role of support.

May discusses the isolation and challenges of living with hearing loss and how peer support helps.

Hilary talks about her work as an end of life doula, supporting those who are dying and their families.

As part of the Self Management Making Waves, find out how Aberdeen Foyer has made an impact on self management in Scotland

Margaret shares the story of her diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and how she's managing her health and wellbeing.

Natalie talks about her diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, how she's rebuilding her life and how she wants to spread hope.

Recovery Practitioner for Penumbra, Dan, talks about Alcohol Related Brain Damage and the stigma that comes with the diagnosis.

As part of the Self Management Making Waves, find out how RAMH has made an impact on self management in Scotland.

A story of one woman's experience of recovering from cancer and living life day-to-day in the present.

On World Social Work Day, Sarah from the Scottish Association of Social Work talks about her career path and current role.

Student nurse Nicola shares her worries about going on placement and how she comes to an important realisation.

Penny shares her story of providing innovative initiatives for women affected by cancer in Dumfries and Galloway.

Eric tackles topics around rehabilitation from a stroke and the gaps he sees in NHS services for stroke survivors.

As part of the Making Waves series, find out how Diabetes Scotland, Young Leaders Team has made an impact on self management in Scotland.

A collaboration between Dundee HSCP and the ALISS team allows people in Dundee to find support services and activities on the ALISS website

Melanie talks about the challenges of living with rheumatoid arthritis and caring for her 8 month old baby.

Colleen shares her experiences of caring for her son who has epilepsy and raising awareness in her role with Epilepsy Connections.

Anna shares her employability journey, highlighting the support she received and how she managed to rebuild her confidence.

Emma sharing her insight into the service offered to women at Smart Works

Sandra Martin, Business Development Manager gives an insight into the Changing Lives, Shaping Futures Project

Kathleen talks about a turning point in her life, how reaching out for help changed things and how she now helps others in turn.

As part of the Making Waves series, find out how CARED has made an impact on self management in Scotland.