A new research report commissioned by Shared Care Scotland explores existing evidence about the vital role played by short breaks and respite care in families where there are significant caring roles
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Things fall apart – The impact of holiday activity provision
The impact of holiday activity provision on disabled children and their families Research in six Scottish local authorities, commissioned by…
Carers Act funding in the news
Over 11th and 12th March, the BBC has been running a story across the Nine news programme, Good Morning Scotland, and online…
New Rights for Carers
On April 1st, Scotland took a major step towards extending and enhancing the rights of unpaid carers
ISBA 2018: Call for Papers Now Open
The next International Short Breaks Association conference takes place in Reykjavik, Iceland from 9-11 October 2018. For those that managed along…
Consultation on Carers Act Regulations Open!
The Scottish Government is currently seeking views on draft regulations being made under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016. The Carers…
State of Caring 2017 – Our Response
Shared Care Scotland has welcomed the useful and timely State of Caring 2017 Survey results published by Carers UK last…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2017
On Mental Health Awareness Week 2017, Shared Care Scotland Chief Executive Don Williamson shares his thoughts on the importance of…
Fairer for Carers – Manifesto for Carers
Scotland’s National Carer Organisations (NCO) – of which Shared Care Scotland is member – have developed a manifesto for carers for…
Scottish Social Services Awards Shortlist Announced
The Scottish Social Services Awards shortlist is now available announcing the 31 successful entrants making it to the final out…