Peer Support Scotland (PSS) is a funded project led by dedicated members of our Living Well team.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with HIV/Hepatitis C for decades, we have a range of services available.
Our holistic approach emphasises the value of helping people to help themselves and each other, working across several key areas to identify opportunities for personal growth.
All of our support is confidential and you can access our services in a way that suits you. To speak to a member of the of team please call 0141 3323838 or email [email protected].
Services we offer
- One-to-one support
- Peer-led groups
- Welfare and benefits advice
- Living Well drop-ins
- Special events
- Volunteering.
One-to-one support
Our team can provide support on an individual basis via Zoom, phone, text or in-person.
‘Check-in's are available weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
Peer-led groups
All our groups are trans inclusive and non-binary inclusive.
United Women online
Meets online on the last Monday of every month, 11am – 12.30pm.
Men United (for gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men)
Meets in person on the third Wednesday of each month, 7pm – 8.30pm. This group is held at our Glasgow office.
United Together online (mixed)
Meets online on the first Friday of each month, 11am – 12.30pm.
Special events
Throughout the year we have a series of both in-person and online events, from partnership projects such as creating an interactive art installation with Centre for Virus Research, to celebrating Terrence Higgins Trust’s 40th anniversary.
We also encourage and support peers to suggest and implement their own ideas and events.
Becoming a peer volunteer for us
If you have lived experience of HIV and/or Hepatitis C, live in Scotland and want to become a peer volunteer for the project, we'd love to hear from you. We have a structured recruitment and training programme for volunteers including:
- Peer Advocate
- Peer Mentor
- Assisting with in-person events at PSS groups/events, admin and reception
- Facilitator within our group work, or providing one-to-one support.
To find out more about becoming a peer volunteer, please contact [email protected].
For more information, email [email protected] or call 0141 332 3838.
Our services are available to people aged 18 and over living with HIV and/or Hepatitis C. For any other enquiries please contact THT Direct 0808 802 122.
Our funders
Peer Support Scotland is made possible by funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, the ALLIANCE, the Scottish Government, the William Grant Foundation, the Gannochy Trust and guests of Brand g Vacations.
Grateful thanks also go to a range of other donors, including Glasgow FrontRunners, Riding Room, Alexander Moncur Trust, the Russell Trust and QMU Campaigns & Charities Committee.
