Support in the Right Direction
This partnership between VOCAL and Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) supports carers and supported people at all stages of their social care journey in Edinburgh and Midlothian. VOCAL provides information and support to carers around preparing for assessments and reviews, managing care, informal advocacy to agree budget use and community brokerage to identify supports. LCIL supports carers and the cared for person to become employers, providing practical support and training to help them build their knowledge and confidence in this role.
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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