Thanks to everyone that took part in the 2015 VOCAL sponsored walk – a good time was had by all, the weather (mostly) behaved itself Read more
With an ageing population, the number of people in need of long-term care is increasing. As constant caring for someone is challenging, different services are Read more
People who find themselves in this caring for someone with dementia are faced with difficult decisions and challenges on a daily basis – watching the Read more
Families are crucial contributors to recovery from a drug or alcohol problem, according to a new report from VOCAL (Voice of Carers Across Lothian) which Read more
The 2nd Carers Parliament took place on 1st October 2013, with 180 delegates from the UK and Europe present. The focus of the parliament was Read more
At VOCAL, we predict for 2014 that unpaid family care will be the fastest expanding sector of the Scottish economy. A buoyant job market with Read more
In July 2013, VOCAL conducted a survey of carers in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The survey had two main purposes. It provided an opportunity for Read more
The launch of a brand new Carers Centre at Hardengreen Estate, Eskbank, on Thursday 24 October 2013 brings Midlothian’s carer promises to life and mark Read more