Govan HELP
Govan HELP is a local charity supporting children and families across the Govan area. Established in 1996, they offer a range of early intervention services including Family Support, Play Therapy, Adult Counselling, Training & Volunteering, and The Govan Pantry. They work closely with local schools to help children and families build resilience and make positive changes to their lives.
- Address: Pearce Institute, 840–860 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 3UU
- Phone: 0141 445 6481
- Email: hello@govanhelp.org
- Website: www.govanhelp.org
Glasgow South West Foodbank
Glasgow South West Foodbank provides three days’ emergency food and support to local people in crisis. Part of the Trussell Trust network and open since 2013, they rely on the generosity of the local community through food donations and volunteering. Anyone needing support can access the foodbank through a referral voucher from a professional such as a teacher, social worker, or GP.
- Address: Unit 65, Elderpark Workspace, 100 Elderpark Street, Glasgow, G51 3TR
- Phone: 07437 910115
- Email: info@glasgowswfoodbank.org.uk
- Website: glasgowsw.foodbank.org.ukGlasgow South West Foodbank
Elder Park Library and Community Hub
Elder Park Library and Community Hub is a free, welcoming space on Langlands Road, open seven days a week. Following a £4 million restoration in 2024, the historic building now offers improved library facilities, a community kitchen, bookable spaces, free Wi-Fi, computers and printing, and regular events for all ages including Bookbug sessions for young children.
- Address: Langlands Road, Glasgow, G51 3TZ
- Phone: 0141 276 1540
- Email: libraries@glasgowlife.org.uk
- Website: glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries/venues/elder-park-library
- Opening Hours: Monday 1–8pm | Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm | Sunday 12–5pm
