ALISS

Now that spring is here, it feels like a good moment to share some updates with you. Over the past few months, the ALISS team has been travelling across Scotland to connect with communities and highlight our work. We have also been busy behind the scenes and are excited to introduce some new developments on the website. Here's a look at what we have been working on and what's coming up!

New features on ALISS

The latest development update brings new features to ALISS, including:
  ▪  a 'free service' badge
  ▪  the ability to add a charity number
  ▪  a map view of the search results

ALISS for everyone

When ALISS was first developed over 15 years ago, Scotland was beginning to recognise that health and wellbeing aren’t supported by formal services alone. People also rely on social connections, places, and activities that help them feel part of their community. When we asked people "What keeps you well?", the answers were clear: statutory services like the GP and pharmacy mattered, but so did local walking groups, lunch clubs and allotments. 

That insight still drives ALISS today. We often hear, "We are not a big organisation, can we still be on ALISS?". The answer is yes. Health and wellbeing support comes in many forms and some of the most meaningful work happens in informal community settings. We saw this first-hand during our visit to the Nan McKay Hall in Pollokshields last year. Initiatives like this show why it is important that local support is easy to find. 

If you run or know of an activity, group, or service - no matter how informal or small - please add it to ALISS. Your contribution could help someone in your community find the support they are looking for. 

Upcoming events: Family Fund Income Boosters

Upcoming event: National Transitions Strategy for Young Disabled People

We will be joining the Scottish Government Transitions Team for a sector wide online workshop focused on digital resources, tools and supports available to practitioners working with Young Disabled People and those who support them. 

Event date:

 ▪ Wednesday 03/06, 10am - 12.30pm, online workshop

Save the date: DiGiTal Get Together 2026

After the success of last year, our colleagues in the Digital Health and Social Care team are once again bringing everyone together for the second annual DiGiTal Get Together. This event will take place on Tuesday 27 October 2026 at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow. More details will follow soon. 

Stay in touch

If you got any questions for the ALISS team or would like us to come along to one of your events, please get in touch at hello@aliss.org.

In between newsletters, you can keep up with all things ALISS by following us on social media or by visiting our website at www.aliss.org.