Help when you need it

We offer different support options to help you live well with bipolar.

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Bipolar peer support service

Our free peer support service is for people aged 18-65 living in Edinburgh with a bipolar diagnosis.

Lothian Bipolar Group | All-ages peer support.

Our monthly meeting in Edinburgh. Everyone affected by bipolar is welcome including family, friends and caarers.

Lothian Bipolar Group | ages 18-30 peer support.

Our monthly Zoom meeting for those affected by bipolar between the ages of 18 and 30. Our regular meetings for the 18-30 group are on a...

Lothian Bipolar Group | Carers support group.

We are an on-line group offering a safe and confidential space for carers who face challenges living with someone with bipolar disorder.

Our socials & other programmes you might like:

2024: You said. Feedback from our annual community survey - part one.

Every year we ask our community how useful they thought our activities were and what they would like to see happen in the following year.

Edinburgh Leisure Community Access Programme

Bipolar Edinburgh as an ELCAP partner organisation has recently resumed discounted group sessions: keep an eye on the calendar for...

quiz nights

The ever-popular (but not too competitive or serious!) quiz-nights are held throughout the year. When you'd rather stay in on a Saturday...

Bipolar group cuppa & chat

The bipolar group cuppa & chat is a great way to enjoy each other's company and connect with the bipolar community.

swim, gym and coffee

Join group members for a swim or use the gym at one of the many Edinburgh Leisure Centres throughout the City and enjoy a cuppa and a...

sketching workshops

Sketching mindfully is a great way of supporting your wellbeing. Join us for this FREE series of 6 sketching workshops in Edinburgh.

Help in a crisis

Bipolar Edinburgh is unable to offer support in a crisis. Here are some resources that you can access right now:

Police, Fire, Ambulance - 999
NHS 24 - 111
Out of Hours Social Care Direct - 0800 731 6969

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