Our Services
Creating Opportunities for Adults With Additional Needs
At Thrive Together Aberdeen, we provide a warm, inclusive, person-centred environment where adults with additional needs can grow in confidence, learn new skills, make friends, and feel part of their community.
If you would like further information on any of our service or to arrange a viewing please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us!
Socials
A friendly environment, and a wide range of activities designed to build confidence, independence, and social connection.
Session Times ( Monday - Friday)
Full Day: 9am – 3pm
Morning Half Day: 9am – 12pm
Afternoon Half Day: 12pm – 3pm
What We Offer
🌱 Life & Work Skills
Hands-on experiences such as gardening, baking, dog-treat packing, recycling projects, labelling books for local charities, craft projects, and more.
🤝 Social Skills & Confidence Building
Group activities, games room access (pool, air hockey, foosball), community outings, and opportunities to build friendships in a safe, supported environment.
🧠 Emotional Wellbeing
A calm, welcoming space with staff who understand sensory needs, routines, anxieties, and communication styles.
🏡 Independence Skills
Money management, kitchen skills, routines, safe travel practice, and confidence in day-to-day tasks.
Important Information
No minimum number of sessions — the days you choose are secured for you
No personal care or medication support provided
No transport provided
Service users may attend with their own 1:1/carer
Half-day sessions currently have a waiting list
Befriending & Community Support
Our Befriending Service gives adults the chance to build friendships, get out into the community, and enjoy meaningful connection
What Befriending Offers
Social outings, cafés, walks, activities
Support attending community groups
Building confidence with communication
Trying new hobbies and experiences
Safe, reliable companionship
Transport may be available depending on capacity (we encourage use of free bus passes where possible)
How to Join
We welcome new service users through a variety of referral options.
Independent referrals
Social work referrals
Dr Referral
Professional referrals
If you’re unsure which route is right for you or someone you support, don’t worry — our friendly team is here to help guide you through the process.
Simply fill out the referral for, and a member of our team will be in touch within 3 business days to chat through the next steps.
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SDS Package 1 gives you full control over your social care budget. you receive funding directly (or it can be help by family or representative) and you choose how its spend - Including selective the service provider that best meets your need
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SDS Package 2, give you the option to choose the service provider, however the local authority or third party manages the funding on your behalf. this means less admin, but you still get to decide where and how your support is delivered.
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If you or someone you support has been assessed as needing day services or community based support, your social worker can refer you to our service as part of your care plan.
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If you are not eligible for funding through SDS or social work, or if you simply prefer to arrange support independently, self-funding allows you to access our service directly - with no referral needed.