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Alyson’s Blog: Wake Up to Sleep this World Sleep Day 2026

February 16, 2026 |

Kellie

Alyson O'Brien, Head of Sleep Action, on plans to mark World Sleep Day 2026 Over the past few months at Sleep Action, I’ve found myself reflecting a lot on how something as simple and as essential as sleep shapes the lives of children and young people across Scotland. In September 2026, we launched our Manifesto, Making Sleep a Core Part of Scotland's…

Sleep Action Carbon Reduction Plan

December 8, 2025 |

Seán Murphy

As leaders in the charity and social care sector, Capella, the charity that operates Sleep Action, is reaffirming a shared commitment to a thriving future for all.

Sleep Action Manifesto

October 8, 2025 |

Seán Murphy

Read our manifesto: Making Sleep a Core Part of Scotland’s Curriculum.

A nurse speaking with a patient

Training Dates 2026

October 8, 2025 |

Seán Murphy

Announcing new training dates for our sleep training courses, designed to equip professionals across education, health, and social care with the tools to support better sleep and wellbeing. Whether you're working with typically developing children, pupils in schools, or individuals with complex support needs, there's a course tailored to your role and the people you…

Sleep Action Fundraising at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk

May 12, 2025 |

Seán Murphy

Join Sleep Action as we "skedaddle aff" on the Edinburgh Kilt Walk to raise funds for our Scottish Sleep Support Line.

Mum and her son at bedtime. She is reaching down to give him a kiss goodnight.

Paediatric Sleep Counselling Awarded SCQF Accreditation

April 8, 2025 |

Seán Murphy

Accreditation for Paediatric Sleep Counselling underscores the quality of the training and the high standard of training set by the SCQF.

Man asleep in bed with his mobile phone on the bedside table

World Sleep Day Survey

March 18, 2025 |

Maya Kay

This World Sleep Day, we took a closer look at the power of good sleep and the surprising habits that shape our rest.

Sleep Action Marks the Opening of Its New Home

November 4, 2024 |

Maya Kay

Capella, the charity that operates Sleep Action, proudly opened the doors to its new McDonald Road Centre in Edinburgh, marking a major step forward in providing dedicated facilities for its projects.

Sleep Action Announces New Head Office

July 31, 2024 |

Seán Murphy

Capella, the non-profit operating Teens+ and Sleep Action, is pleased to announce plans to open the charity’s new headquarters at 95 McDonald Road, Edinburgh in September 2024.

Sleep Action Welcomes New Trustees

May 14, 2024 |

Seán Murphy

Sleep Action Announces New Board Members Empowering Lasting Change Through Learning.

Sleep Counselling for Adults Training Course Wins Second Place at Tomorrow’s Care Awards

March 26, 2024 |

Seán Murphy

Sleep Action is thrilled to announce that its pioneering training course, "Sleep Counselling for Adults," has been awarded second place in the prestigious Tomorrow's Care Awards 2024.

Sleep Scotland Rebrands to “Sleep Action”

October 26, 2023 |

Seán Murphy

Capella, the charity that operates Sleep Scotland, has been named Employer of the Year at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Business Awards