Publications
Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Fund Update – January 2023
The period from conception to the end of the second year is a crucial one for the development of babies’ brains and minds. Their later mental health and relationships are strongly influenced by what happens at this time and how well their parents and carers are coping with their arrival.
It has been estimated that up to 20% of mums and up to 10% of dads are affected by poor mental health in the perinatal period. Almost 20% of babies and young children also experience mental health difficulties.
Since launching in October 2020, the Scottish Government’s Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (PIMH) Fund has supported charities with delivering vital mental health services to support families across Scotland. This report shares some of the work which has taken place as a result of PIMH funding and the difference it has made. It concludes with some reflections on the third sector’s ways of working and the challenges which are currently of concern for organisations.
27.02.2023
Support in the Right Direction Year 5 mid-year update January 2023
The Support in the Right Direction (SiRD) programme provides local independent support, advice and advocacy in line with Scottish Government’s vision for Self-directed Support. This report has been produced using the progress reports provided by projects on a six-monthly basis and covers the period April 2022 to September 2022. It highlights some of the outcomes
Read More12.11.2020
Inspiring Scotland Insights November 2020
Inspiring Scotland’s monthly intelligence report, providing an overview of key issues being reported by charities supported across its funds. Initially developed as an internal resource, these reports help to highlight issues as they emerge, predict what is needed in the months ahead, and explore how we can best respond collectively. We also believe this
Read More