Projects
Other Supported Projects
The St John Crusader II
The St John Crusader II is specially designed for disabled and elderly people and is enjoyed by disadvantaged people of all ages. Its running costs are funded by the Edinburgh and South-East Area Order Committee and the boat is largely manned by St John volunteers. The boat was donated to the Seagull Trust who operate it from its base at Ratho just west of Edinburgh. During the spring and summer months over 5,000 people enjoy interesting trips on a beautiful stretch of the Union Canal, with canal-side picnics. The Christmas 'Santa Cruises' have also proved very popular and are often oversubscribed.
St John’s Court
St John's Court is at 80 Partickhill Road, Glasgow, in a most attractive residential part of the west end of the city. Opened in 1975, the complex is run by the St John (Glasgow) Housing Association Ltd. Shops and public transport are close at hand. St John's Court provides sheltered housing accommodation for twenty-five tenants in self-contained flatlets. Each has a bed/sitting room, a kitchenette and a bathroom. There is a resident warden. Tenants retain their independence and privacy but have company and the reassurance provided by the warden's presence.
St John Rescue Boat
St John was the key sponsor of a new rescue boat for one of Scotland’s most well-known attractions: Loch Lomond. Launched by HRH Princess Anne in November 2006, the specially designed boat is on call all year round. It is manned by a team of volunteers who attend training sessions every week.