Ailn Expand Their Dementia Wellbeing Cafe in North Ayrshire
Ailn have extended their Dementia Wellbeing cafes to two venues in North Ayrshire due to the success of their Dementia befriending service. Recruitment of befriending volunteers for South Ayrshire is underway, so watch this space for updates or email befriending@ailn.org.
Exciting New Project: Alternative Curriculum Pilot with Auchenharvie Academy
The Community Brokerage Network (CBN) is thrilled to announce the launch of our Alternative Curriculum Pilot, aimed at providing more accessible and real-life focused educational options for young people. This project is designed to engage S3 students who are struggling with traditional schooling, offering them a unique opportunity to gain practical skills and experiences. We’re […]
Community Brokerage Scotland
The Community Brokerage Network has been at the heart of developing the community brokerage approach in Scotland since the 2010s. Building on the learning from our work across Ayrshire, community brokerage is now being further developed and embedded across Scotland, leading to better outcomes for supported people. In 2024, Self Directed Support Scotland published a […]
Revised Self Directed Support (SDS) Standards Published
Social Work Scotland has announced the release of the newly revised SDS Standards. These standards define what good Self-directed Support (SDS) looks like and aim to promote best practices and effective SDS implementation across Scotland. Co-produced with a diverse group of stakeholders over the past year, these updates enhance the original standards launched in 2021. […]
Independent Living Fund Scotland Re-opens for New Applications
On 3 May, the Independent Living Fund (ILF) Scotland officially re-opened for new applications. The ILF provides essential funding support for disabled people in Scotland. In its first year of re-opening, the fund aims to support up to 1,000 individuals with the most complex needs, helping them live independent lives. You can apply for the […]
