Reading and Creative Writing for Disabled Adults
Thursdays 1-3pm
Ecas, Norton Park, Albion Road EH7 5QY
Every Thursday, Ecas’ Reading and Creative Writing Group meet in-person and online. Love words, reading and maybe creative writing too? This friendly and relaxed art group welcomes adults living with a physical disability in Edinburgh and Lothian.
Join this group to explore your literary side in the good company of others. Enjoy,
- discussing your favourite book
- learning what goes into making a book a good read, or not
- exploring new genres
- writing your own stories, poems and more
- meeting our visiting authors
- trips to literary events
This group is here to help you,
- connect with others in a positive and supportive environment
- share your love of the written word
- gain confidence and explore your creative side
Facilitated by writer and experienced Group Leader John Mackay, the direction we take is led by the members of the group as we learn from each other and explore together.
We love welcoming new members to our group.
Timetable
Reading and Creative Writing
Thursday | 1:00 – 3:00pm
Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY
Also available online via Zoom
Try our Reading and Creative Writing Group for FREE!
Ecas groups cost £2.30 per 2 hour session. New members are welcome to try an activity for two weeks for free.
For those eligible, our grants can help pay activity fees and transport costs.
Interested in one or more of our weekly activities? We’d love to hear from you!
Call us on 07500 221618 or complete this short contact form
What our clients say
Good writing exercises, good laughs, and good company.
David
This group is a fantastic way to come together and talk about things: books, our lives, what’s important to us.
David
I’ve always thought literary people were above me. But when we read and talk about them, you discover that they are really quite like us.
Eileen
I like writing my stories, it helps me read as well. I get to practice my reading. On Fridays I like to draw my stories, it makes them come to life.
Leeann
My carer suggested I join the reading and writing group. Being part of the group has taught me how to write essays and poems. It’s great fun hearing group members read out their written pieces. Outside Ecas, we meet socially and go out for coffees or to the cinema. I am glad to have become a member… I love it.
