Support in the Right Direction
Advocacy Western Isles
Advocacy Western Isles provides independent advocacy throughout the Western Isles, to carers/the cared for who require support to access self-directed support. Trained/experience and specialised Advocacy Workers in Lewis/Harris and Uist/Barra support clients to understand information, working alongside them, enabling them to make informed choices about personal outcomes and to take greater control of their care/the care of others. Support will be provided to clients even if they do not meet local authority eligibility criteria and therefore do not have a social care budget. Support will be given to explore rights further with any issues around care and support.
11.09.2023
Evaluation of Survivors of Childhood Abuse Support (SOCAS) fund
“The support funded by SOCAS significantly improved survivors’ quality of life, including improved mental health, physical health and improved social connections, allowing survivors to start feeling more in control of their lives and learning to navigate their trauma.” These are the findings of an independent evaluation of the first three years of the Scottish Government
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05.09.2023
New creative activities & opportunities for communities in Glasgow
Ten Glasgow-based projects have been selected as part of the Creative Communities Glasgow programme, which will support and empower community-led creative activities for people & communities who face barriers to participating in culture. Creative Communities Glasgow is developed and delivered by Inspiring Scotland and is made possible thanks to funding from Glasgow City Council’s Communities
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01.09.2023
Finding the right trustees with Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network
Not only does Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) connect charities with professional volunteers to solve challenges, but our team are also on hand to help you recruit and train your Board. Meet Bill Speirs, Board Director at The Jeely Piece Club Bill was a practising solicitor from 1978 until 2021. He helped set up
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