Mel’s story: Continuing to care
For many years, Mel cared for her husband, Peter, who had Multiple Sclerosis. Mel’s experience with VOCAL started during a difficult time in her caring journey. As Peter’s needs increased,…
Dementia Awareness Week: 2 – 8 June
Monday 2 to Sunday 8 June is Dementia Awareness Week in Scotland. At VOCAL, we are here to support you if you care for someone …
VOCAL 100 Club – May 2025 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. This …
Midlothian Carers Survey 2023 results
Every two years, VOCAL runs a survey – funded by Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership (MHSCP) with research conducted by independent agency, Scotinform – …
Celebrating 10 years of volunteering
We are proud to celebrate and share the inspiring stories of our volunteers. Nicky recently reached the amazing milestone of ten years of volunteering with …
VOCAL 100 Club – April 2025 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. This …
Carers News: April edition out now!
We are excited to share our latest magazine for carers!
VOCAL 100 Club – March 2025 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. This …
14-day cold water challenge
VOCAL is working with local Wild Swimming Guide and qualified Cold Water Therapist, Jenny Favell, for a fundraising challenge that will test your willpower and …
Midlothian Carer Community Fund now available!
Today, Monday 10 March 2025, marks the start of a new funding opportunity in Midlothian: our Carer Community Fund! This initiative is led by VOCAL …
Men’s Sheds: A supportive community for male carers’ mental health
Carers UK estimate that 42% of carers are male, and research shows that men are among the hardest groups of carers to reach and support. …
VOCAL 100 Club – February 2025 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. This …
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