We are deeply disappointed by the Scottish Government’s recent decision not to include unpaid carers as an eligible group for the COVID-19 vaccine in Scotland. Read more
This week is #ChallengePovertyWeek. A key theme of the 2023 Edinburgh Carers Survey, from VOCAL and our partners, is the impact of caring on money Read more
In October, one of our amazing supporters Laura Whitehead is taking on a thrilling challenge: a skydive from 15,000 feet. But this jump is more Read more
Last week, we proudly celebrated 30 years of VOCAL! Our event for carers and partners was a great success, filled with reflection on our history Read more
This week, Carers UK published a report on the crisis caused by Carer’s Allowance and overpayments returns requested by the Department of Work and Pensions Read more
Caitlin, who works as a PrePare Nurse Team Lead in Edinburgh, recently attended VOCAL’s Think Carer training session. She said: “Before the training, my understanding Read more
On Saturday 9 November 2024, VOCAL is organising a skydiving fundraiser! Skydive St Andrews are helping us to facilitate this event at Fife Airport. Read more
Salary: £16.84 per hour. £31,634 per annum (pro rata) Status: Permanent. 30 hours, over four or five days Location: Edinburgh Carers Hub, 60 Leith Walk Read more
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 Read more
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 Read more