Presentations at Mayfield House

For many years, members and staff at Garvald Edinburgh Mayfield House have been creating multimedia presentations to share the things that are important and meaningful to them.

It all began with presentations about holidays and journeys to distant places, including Japan, Australia, South Africa, the USA and the Caribbean Islands. Over time, however, the themes have become more personal and diverse. Members have shared presentations about health conditions they live with and manage, such as Prader-Willi syndrome and cystic fibrosis.

Other presentations have focused on members’ countries of origin or on famous people who have had an impact on their lives. One example was a presentation about Marie Skłodowska-Curie, highlighting the fact that, although she is often associated with France, she was Polish by birth.

For several years, members and staff have also created an annual presentation, “Festivals, Events & Trips at Mayfield House”. It brings together photographs from activities and events throughout the year and is presented in January of the following year. It is a wonderful way to look back, remember shared experiences and celebrate just how much has happened at Mayfield House.

They have also developed a presentation about the workshops at Mayfield House, which they regularly update. This is shared with a wider audience during visits to schools and at various events, giving others an insight into the creative and practical activities taking place at Mayfield House.

Our presentations also reflect the individual interests and passions of our members.

Most recently, Drew Scott (pictured above) shared his passion for computer games through a presentation about the game ‘Lost Records: Bloom & Rage’. The presentation, which he wrote alongside his keyworker, featured his bold and vibrant artwork inspired by the game. He also spoke about the important themes explored in the game, including friendship, feelings, bullying and illness, and about how the game gave him the confidence to be part of the Pride movement.

These presentations are much more than collections of photographs and information. They are a way for members to express themselves, share their experiences and interests, celebrate their achievements, and connect with others through the things that matter to them.