Our Future Now investment supports ‘Tullochan Futures’; a post-16 personal development programme aimed at marginalised young people that are furthest removed from the job market in West Dunbartonshire. The aim is to improve their wellbeing and resilience and gain the skills, confidence and experience to make a successful and sustainable transition to a productive, health life. The service provides 1-2-1 support and mentoring, family engagement and support, group activities and the delivery of SQA and REHIS qualifications. Work placements are provided through Tullochan’s social enterprise ventures, where ‘on the job’ training opportunities offer learning and skills development in a supported environment. Ongoing, in-work support is also offered to improve the sustainability of young people’s achievements.
Tullochan’s Creative Communities project involves bringing together older people with skills to share with younger people to upcycle furniture and participate in creative projects.
33 third sector organisations across Scotland are to be funded through Support in the Right Direction (SiRD), to provide independent support, information, advice and advocacy to people using social care and their carers. Starting on 1 April 2024, funded services will receive a share of up to £9.2 million funding from Scottish Government across three
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“Just because you are disabled don’t be afraid to chase your dreams. Go out and show the world you’re a fighter, fight for a job and fight for your rights. A disability won’t stop me, and I have a voice and I will let it be heard.” – Derek, Our Future Leaders graduate 2024 Derek
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A fund to support survivors of childhood abuse is now open for applications from third sector organisations. The new phase of the Scottish Government’s Survivors of Childhood Abuse Support (SOCAS) fund will invest in services supporting adults affected by childhood abuse, so they can enjoy a safe and healthy life, with improved wellbeing. The purpose
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