The Sandyford Initiative brings together a range of sexual health and reproductive health services as well as information, support and counselling for all members of the public. It's conveniently located in a city-centre location and in outreach community clinics.
Specialist clinical and non-clinical services are provided for particular groups (including a number for women-only) - all within a welcoming and client-centred setting.
Sandyford Library and Information Services
The Library provides a free lending service to the users and staff of the Sandyford Initiative, with a wide variety of resources and information on all aspects of health and well-being. There's free Internet access and access to specialist journals, e.g. 'Signpost', published by the Eating Disorders Association.
Inter-library lending operates for members of Glasgow City Libraries and Glasgow Royal Infirmary Library. An Open Learning Centre, offering people the opportunity to widen their skills, is also available.
Health services at The Sandyford Initiative
Family Planning and Reproductive Health
Available for both young people and adults. Counselling and referral for sensitive issues including sexual abuse and fast-track HIV testing.
Steve Retson Project
Offers a range of services specifically for gay and bisexual men and operates a strict code of confidentiality.
Centre for Women's Health
Open to any woman, whether they want to make use of the services available or simply relax in the welcoming, comfortable atmosphere.
The Place
Confidential sexual health service for boys and girls where they can have a private chat with a counsellor on anything to do with sex or relationships.
Genito-urinary medicine
Confidential advice, diagnosis and treatment for all sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
Library Opening Hours
Monday and Tuesday 10am - 12.30pm; 1.30pm - 7pm
Wednesday - Thursday - Friday 10am - 12.30pm; 1.30pm - 4pm
Facilities
- disabled access with lift to all floors
- creche for children up to 8 years old next to the library
- baby-changing
- free Internet access
For more information visit the Sandyford Initiative web site or contact
The Sandyford Initiative
2-6 Sauchiehall Street
Glasgow
G3 7NB
Phone: 0141 211 6717