Events set to aid mental health care

COMMUNITY organisations in south-west Edinburgh have organised a range of events during Mental Health Week.

Daily information seminars on diet, art, self-esteem and general mental health sit alongside events such as walking and jogging, tai chi, relaxation and destressing sessions, light circuit training, line and zumba dancing, aerobics, reflexology, meditation, acupuncture and fencing.

A spokeswoman said: "Mental health is about the way we think and feel and our ability to deal with ups and downs and there are lots of things we can do to look after our mental health."

Wester Hailes Library, Stenhouse Strollers, Wester Hailes Health Agency, Pentland Community Centre, Tynecastle Community Wing, Clovenstone Community Council and Carrickvale Community Centre will be hosting the events from Saturday.