John Bellany Day Centre
01875 815886
bellanydaycentre@btconnect.com
bellanydaycentre@btconnect.com
We provide Day Care for the Frail Elderly and Dementia Sufferers
The John Bellany Day Centre was opened in May 1996. It’s objective has been the maintenance and improvement of the quality of life for older people who live independently in and around Cockenzie/Port Seton and Longniddry. The Day Centre is the hub of the elderly community – it gives people a place to make new friends and keep in touch with old ones. Our activities help people learn new skills and hobbies, rediscover old ones, build confidence and have fun. We also provide a little bit of help and support and ensure that each service user has a nutritious meal.
The Day Centre is conscious that those attending may need support with hearing, mobility, sight, special diet etc. and the staff will ensure you have the appropriate equipment or support to enable you to get the most from your time there.
The Day Centre is a very comfortable and fully refurbished environment and is enjoyed by all who attend.
Our key stakeholder, Health and Social Care Partnership – East Lothian, are seeking to expand the range of services provided by each of its Charitable Day Centres within East Lothian.
Community support, through the medium of Outreach, is being encouraged, with Day Centres being available to explore support to the Elderly in their own home or in other suitable locations. There are many people who do not wish to attend a Day Centre but would welcome a different type of support that ensures they remain safe in their own living environment but also offers carers some respite opportunities.
We are open to referrals of this nature for discussion.
The John Bellany Day Centre is fully registered with OSCR as a SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) and registered with the Care Inspectorate.
It is a member of the Association of East Lothian Day Centres.
Our focus has always been on maintaining and improving the quality of life for older people living independently in and around Cockenzie, Port Seton, and Longniddry. The Day Centre is at the heart of the local elderly community – a warm, welcoming place to make new friends, reconnect with old ones, and stay active and engaged.
Through a wide range of activities, we help people learn new skills, rediscover old hobbies, build confidence, and most importantly – have fun. We also provide a nutritious meal and a little extra support in a fully refurbished and comfortable environment, which is enjoyed and appreciated by everyone who attends.
Our key partner, Health and Social Care Partnership – East Lothian, is encouraging Charitable Day Centres across the region to broaden their services. One area of growth is Outreach Support – reaching older people in their own homes or local community spaces, offering flexible care and companionship for those who may not wish to attend a centre in person. These services also give family carers much-needed respite and peace of mind.
As we look to expand our impact, community support is more important than ever. Donations – big or small – go directly towards helping us continue our work and reach more elderly people who could benefit from our services. Your generosity helps us provide meals, fund activities, support outreach visits, and ensure no one in our community feels forgotten or left behind.
If you believe in what we do, please consider making a donation or supporting us in any way you can. Together, we can continue to make a real difference in the lives of local older people.
The charity has an obligation to meet a range of regulations and care standards. Access to reports linked to several monitoring organisations are accessible for information:
– OSCR (Scottish Charities Regulator)
– Care Inspectorate
– Annual Accounts
– Annual General Meeting Agenda and Minutes