Connect South Ayrshire is a website packed with up-to-date information on what's happening in communities throughout South Ayrshire. There is information on local groups and activities for older people, money advice and community transport.
Connect South Ayrshire's community hubs offer a welcoming, one‑stop place where local people can easily access support, information, and activities. Whether you're looking for health and wellbeing guidance, social groups, volunteering opportunities, or help connecting with your community, the hubs provide clear, accessible information all in one space.
You can drop into the Ayr Community Hub at 53 Sandgate, Ayr, KA7 1DA anytime from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, with no appointment needed. The hub also hosts regular occupational therapy and social work drop‑in sessions, giving you the chance to speak directly with friendly staff who are there to help. To get in touch, you can call the freephone number 0800 432 0510, and a full list of upcoming sessions can be found on the Connect South Ayrshire website. Designed with local people and for local people, the hubs are all about making support simple, approachable, and rooted in what matters most to South Ayrshire communities.
Community life and leisure
Information on clubs, activity centres, swimming pools, live entertainment, community planning and more can be found on South Ayrshire Council's Leisure webpage.
Day care for older people
Day care centres offer a range of activities to older people to contribute to their well-being and welfare which assists them to continue living at home.
Day care centres can:
assist to keep you mentally and physically active
maintain your independence and assist in realising your potential
offer opportunities to be part of your community and contribute to preventing social isolation
give you the opportunity to meet people, make friends and reacquaint with others
help you regain confidence after hospitalisation
An older person may only need day care for a short time, perhaps to regain confidence after a spell in hospital, or support may be required for a longer time.
South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership have two day care centres:
Overmills Day Service
Nursery Court Day Service
We can also arrange for you to attend a day centre run by an independent / third sector service provider located in South Ayrshire. The choice is yours to make.
How to access day care for older people
Access to day care services is arranged following an assessment carried out by a Social Worker, who will work with you to understand your needs and what type of support would be most helpful. If you feel you may benefit from day care, or if you're unsure what support is right for you, please get in touch with Social Work - our staff are always happy to offer guidance, answer questions, and help you explore the options available.
