Social Transformation
We have a big vision: to see Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire transformed, our communities made more inclusive and for people living in our communities who are marginalised, excluded or disadvantaged to have access to transformative, holistic care and support that sees them integrated, included, valued and thriving and we’re passionate about achieving it!" - Caroline Bambirra Social Transformation Pastor
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Our Vision
Social Transformation has been working with the marginalised and disadvantaged in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire since 2007. Our staff and volunteers are passionate about providing holistic care and support for individuals living within our communities who have been disadvantaged, marginalised, excluded or isolated.
For most of the people we work with, life is seriously tough. Many are struggling with significant issues such as; drug or alcohol abuse, homelessness, unmanageable debt, long term unemployment, mental or physical health conditions and criminal behaviour.
The care and support provided by our staff and volunteers encourages and helps our clients to integrate with their community, engage in meaningful or mainstream activity and emerge from chaotic lifestyles. Our common belief is that through investing in those who have been rejected or excluded and supporting them to work towards realising their dreams and ambitions, we can change attitudes, restore hope and dignity, build resilience and make our communities stronger, more inclusive places.
We have learnt that relationship is central to addressing any of the complex needs we aim to meet. Without a supportive relationship based on trust through which the person feels truly valued, respected, safe, cared for and not judged, it is often not possible to identify issues and their causes; let alone support the individual to want to address them, to start to believe that change is possible and to then address them effectively. This is why relationship is at the heart of all we do at Social Transformation. All of our services have a strong focus on building community for, and relationship with, our clients, as well as addressing the specific need(s).
Giving
We give out tonnes of food annually across the City and Shire, and would love to give more! Please remember some extra non-perishable food items and toiletries when you’re shopping, and bring them along to one of our donation points.
Need Help?
We regularly give out food parcels, toiletries, and hot meals to those in need. If you would like to receive any of these, please get in touch for more info.
WHERE TO DONATE?
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ABERDEEN CENTRAL
Mon: 3:30-5:30pm
Catalyst Vineyard Church (downstairs), 49 Gilcomston Park, Aberdeen
Thurs: 6-7pm
Inchgarth Community Centre (Look for the community pantry van)
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ABERDEEN NORTH
Mon: 6-6:45pm
Mastrick, opposite Grays Inn (Look for the van)
Mon: 7-7:30pm
Byron Square, Northfield (Look for the van)
Wed: 5:30-7pm & Sun: 12:30-2pm
Warehouse, 12 St Machar Road
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ELLON
Tues: 7:15-7:45pm
Riverview Carpark by the bridge
(Look for the Catalyst Van)
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INVERURIE
Sun 10-11am @ Inverurie Academy main car park
Sun 1:30-2pm @ Meldrum Academy car park, Old Meldrum
Sun 2:30-3pm @ Kemnay Academy car park
(Look for the Catalyst van)
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MEARNS
Fri – 1-2pm
The Venue car park, Laurencekirk High Street
(Look for the Catalyst van)
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STONEHAVEN
Wed: 6:30-7pm
Portlethen
Bourtree Community Hall, Berrymuir Road
Wed: 7:20-8pm
Stonehaven
Scout Hall, Mill of Forest Road
(Look for the Catalyst Van)