Carers – do you need some time out for yourself over the festive period? VOCAL will be open to support carers when they most need it, providing a space for carers to take time for themselves. Read more
Christmas can be a fun time but it can also be challenging for many people. Here are our top tips for surviving Christmas as a carer including courses, drinking sensibly and our Christmas opening hours. Read more
The Scottish Government is seeking people’s views on devolved benefits, including Carers’ Allowance and disability benefits, and how they are delivered by a new Social Security Agency. Read more
Carers News is VOCAL’s regular printed newsletter reaching over 7,500 carers and professionals three times a year. Read about news and updates on policy, services and support for carers in Edinburgh & Midlothian. Read more
VOCAL is launching a series of carer conversation cafes in Edinburgh this autumn. Carers have the opportunity to meet and discuss a range of topics over a coffee. Join the conversation – we’d love to hear what you think! Read more
In 2015, a group of carers took part in a focus groups to discuss their experiences of end of life care for a loved one and we received the following feedback.
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Ever had a habit you’ve wanted to kick but struggled to find the motivation? Maybe you’re having one too many biscuits after dinner, or you’re Read more
Social Security Minister Jeane Freeman visited VOCAL this week and heard carers’ views about the impact of the new Scottish Government social security powers and Read more
VOCAL is working with Standard Life, The Open University, Carers Positive and The City of Edinburgh Council to produce an event for employers to share good practice in supporting employees with caring responsibilities. Read more
In October 2015, VOCAL invited over 7,000 carers to provide information on the impact caring has on their lives. You can read the results here. Read more