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Carers Scotland work with and on behalf of unpaid carers who provide support to family and friends who have disabilities, long term conditions or frailty associated with older age to enable them to live independently in their own homes and communities.
We have new Looking After Someone guides for 2025/26!
These have up to date information and advice on all aspects of caring in Scotland.
Order printed copies (supplied free, pay postage only) or find the link to the online version here: www.shopcarersuk.org/en/products/...
Are you a professional working with people who provide unpaid care?
The University of Strathclyde would like you to take part in a survey researching the needs of unpaid carers.
Find out more and get involved here: strathsci.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
π’We are holding an online information session for carers this Carers Rights Day.
Thursday 20th November
12.00-1.00pm
Online
Limited spaces. Find out more and book here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/carers-rig...
Our Growing Up Project is open to new sign ups!
The Project aims to support unpaid carers of autistic young people to look after their physical and mental wellbeing.
In partnership with National Autistic Society
Learn more about the project here: www.carersuk.org/scotland/new...
Carers Scotland can provide specialist information on a range of topics, includingβ¦
βοΈ benefits and financial support
βοΈ how to get practical support
βοΈ challenging decisions
Get in touch by phone on 0808 808 7777 or email advice@carersuk.org.
Thanks to all our speakers and exhibitors.
Thanks also to the Scottish Government for their continued funding of the event and Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks for support of this year's event.
Thank you to all the unpaid carers who took part in today's #CarersParliament. An interesting and engaging day with lots of discussion.
A report of the day, including priorities for carers later in the year.
This afternoon we were joined by Tom Artur MSP, Emma Jackson from Citizens Advice Scotland, Paul Johnson from Public Health Scotland and Hayley Burton from Carers Scotland for the afternoon panel, discussion quality of life for carers.
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Huge thankyou to Becky Duff, Director of Carers Trust Scotland for stepping in to chair the #CarersParliament in Edinburgh today.
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Today is the #CarersParliament! We're looking forward to welcoming unpaid carers from across Scotland to Edinburgh and online.
This event is funded by the Scottish Government and supported this year by Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks. Thankyou to both for their support.
The University of Strathclyde is looking for unpaid carers to take part in this survey investigating the support, training and recognition needed by carers.
To get involved, or find out more, visit: strathsci.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
More people are now eligible for free energy improvements from Home Energy Scotland, funded by the Scottish Government.
Call 0808 808 2282 or visit Home Energy Scotland's website to find out more: homeenergyscotland.org/warmer-home
We have new Looking After Someone guides for 2025/26!
These have up to date information and advice on all aspects of caring in Scotland.
Order printed copies (supplied free, pay postage only) or find the link to the online version here: www.shopcarersuk.org/en/products/...
π’We are holding an online information session for carers this Carers Rights Day.
Thursday 20th November
12.00-1.00pm
Online
Limited spaces. Find out more and book here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/carers-rig...
Find the full list of Scotland Demands Better demands here: www.scotland-demands-better.com/demands
27.10.2025 09:33 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Carers Scotland are an official supporter of the Scotland Demands Better campaign.
The campaign includes a series of demands, centred around better jobs, better life essentials and better social security for the people of Scotland.
The Carers Scotland team were in Edinburgh to coordinate the carers bloc at the Scotland Demands Better march on Saturday.
We were among the thousands of people who joined the march demanding changes to improve the quality of life for the people of Scotland.
π’We are holding an online information session for carers this Carers Rights Day.
Thursday 20th November
12.00-1.00pm
Online
Limited spaces. Find out more and book here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/carers-rig...
There are lots of ways to take part this Carers Rights Day including sharing information with carers, raising awareness on social media, or hosting your very own online or in person events.
Check out our resources and top tips to help get you started: carersuk.org/news-and-cam...
To mark Carers UK's 60th Anniversary in Scotland, we are using our platform to share the stories of carers across the nation.
'A Chorus of Carers' is a poem kindly submitted to us by Denise McGee-Dewar.
Listen to her poem or find a text version here: www.carersuk.org/news/60th-an...
Our Growing Up Project is open to new sign ups!
The Project aims to support unpaid carers of autistic young people to look after their physical and mental wellbeing.
In partnership with National Autistic Society
Learn more about the project here: www.carersuk.org/scotland/new...
π’Join the Carers Bloc at Scotland Demands Better!
TOMORROW in Edinburgh
Assemble from 10am beside the King's Gallery on Horse Wynd (opposite the Scottish Parliament).
Look for our signs to march with us in the Carers Bloc.
Find our more: www.carersuk.org/news/join-us...
π’We are holding an online information session for carers this Carers Rights Day.
Thursday 20th November
12.00-1.00pm
Online
Limited spaces. Find out more and book here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/carers-rig...
Looking after a relative, friend or neighbour who relies on you for support?
Become a Carers UK member for free. Youβll receive the latest carer news, be part of our online community, and join our movement for change.
Learn more: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/
Carers Scotland can provide specialist information on a range of topics, includingβ¦
βοΈ benefits and financial support
βοΈ how to get practical support
βοΈ challenging decisions
Get in touch by phone on 0808 808 7777 or email advice@carersuk.org.
π’Join the Carers Bloc at Scotland Demands Better!
SATURDAY in Edinburgh
Assemble from 10am beside the King's Gallery on Horse Wynd (opposite the Scottish Parliament).
Look for our signs to march with us in the Carers Bloc.
Find our more: www.carersuk.org/news/join-us...
Our Growing Up Project is open to new sign ups!
The Project aims to support unpaid carers of autistic young people to look after their physical and mental wellbeing.
In partnership with National Autistic Society
Learn more about the project here: www.carersuk.org/scotland/new...
π’Join us in the Carers Block for Scotland Demands Better!
Edinburgh - 25th October.
This is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...
To mark Carers UK's 60th Anniversary in Scotland, we are using our platform to share the stories of carers across the nation.
'A Chorus of Carers' is a poem kindly submitted to us by Denise McGee-Dewar.
Listen to her poem or find a text version here: www.carersuk.org/news/60th-an...
The University of Strathclyde is looking for unpaid carers to take part in this survey investigating the support, training and recognition needed by carers.
To get involved, or find out more, visit: strathsci.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
