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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.
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/
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay well by investing in and delivering a dedicated βTackling Carer Health Inequalitiesβ strategy for Scotland.
#CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount
Menopause Support are offering free one-to-one support consultations via phone or video call.
Visit menopausesupport.co.uk or email hello@menopausesupport.co.uk for more information.
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay financially secure by requiring all organisations with public funding to be Carer Positive.
Find our full manifesto here: www.carersuk.org/media/qivari...
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.
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay financially secure by delivering a Minimum Income Guarantee for unpaid carers.
Find our full manifesto here: www.carersuk.org/media/qivari...
#CarersVotesCount
A Scottish Election is coming up in May
We are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers are supported by allocating at least 25% of Carers Act funding to local carersβ support organisations, in addition to the funding they currently receive.
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.
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay well by providing annual health checks, flexible GP and hospital appointments and improved access to regular screening.
#CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay well by investing in and delivering a dedicated βTackling Carer Health Inequalitiesβ strategy for Scotland.
#CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount
Join us on the 26th March in Perth for the 2026 Carers Scotland Annual Summit.
This will be a welcoming and informative day, focusing on health and wellbeing for carers.
Find out more and book your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-sco...
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay financially secure by delivering a Minimum Income Guarantee for unpaid carers.
Find our full manifesto here: www.carersuk.org/media/qivari...
#CarersCantWait
Join us on the 26th March in Perth for the 2026 Carers Scotland Annual Summit.
This will be a welcoming and informative day, focusing on health and wellbeing for carers.
Find out more and book your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-sco...
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/...
Looking after someone? Need to talk? Our online forum, Carers Connect, offers a space for carers to share experiences, get things off your chest and find mutual support.
Sign up as a member for free and join the conversation: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers are supported by introducing mandatory Young Carer Awareness Training to all education staff.
Find our full manifesto here: www.carersuk.org/media/qivari...
#CarersCantWait
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/...
Carers Scotland have slots available for the #EdinburghMarathon!
Join #TeamCarers and be part of Scotland's biggest running festival. Deadline for entry is 8pm Saturday 31 January.
Find out more and register your spot here: www.carersuk.org/edinburgh-ma...
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/...
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/
With a Scottish Election coming up in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay well by providing annual health checks, flexible GP and hospital appointments and improved access to regular screening for unpaid carers.
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Carers Scotland have slots available for the #EdinburghMarathon!
Join #TeamCarers and be part of Scotland's biggest running festival. Deadline for entry is 8pm Saturday 31 January.
Find out more and register your spot here: www.carersuk.org/edinburgh-ma...
With a Scottish Election is around the corner in May, we are asking the political parties in Scotland to ensure unpaid carers can stay financially secure by requiring all organisations with public funding to be Carer Positive.
#CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount
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.
Menopause Support are offering free one-to-one support consultations via phone or video call.
Visit menopausesupport.co.uk or email hello@menopausesupport.co.uk for more information.
Carers Scotland have slots available for the #EdinburghMarathon!
Join #TeamCarers and be part of Scotland's biggest running festival. Deadline for entry is 8pm Saturday 31 January.
Find out more and register your spot here: www.carersuk.org/edinburgh-ma...
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/...
Looking after someone? Need to talk? Our online forum, Carers Connect, offers a space for carers to share experiences, get things off your chest and find mutual support.
Sign up as a member for free and join the conversation: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/
Last week the Scottish Government announced the draft budget for 2026 - 2027.
See the response from Carers Scotland and the National Care Organisations here:
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...
