The Carers’ (Scotland) Act – what to expect
The Carers’ (Scotland) Act came into effect on 1 April 2018 and provides new rights for unpaid carers in Scotland. Find out how the Act can support you to make an emergency plan, adult carer support plan or access a short break. Read more
Edinburgh Carers’ Hub opens it’s doors to carers!
The new Edinburgh Carers’ Hub at 60 Leith Walk has opened it’s doors and VOCAL staff and volunteers (pictured) look forward to welcoming you to our new premises! Read more
VOCAL carer survey 2017 – read the reports & findings
Read the findings of the 2017 VOCAL carer surveys – the largest ever survey of carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Read more
Latest Carer News
18th May 2018
VOCAL 100 club – May 2018 results
Take part in the VOCAL 100 club – our monthly lottery which raises funds for carer support and pays out 50% of funds raised in prizes. Read more
4th May 2018
Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and Equalities
This Briefing Paper has been produced by MECOPP to assist local authorities and health boards consider issues which may arise in supporting carers with one or more protected characteristics in delivering responsibilities under the Carers Act. Read more