Give a warm welcome to our newest staff, Melanie - Short Breaks Officer and Felician - Ethnic Minority Development Officer. 👋 They’re both bringing along lots of experience, particularly with local communities, and we’re loving seeing them dive right into their roles already. 🥰

The Department for Work and Pensions is reminding couples who may be eligible for Marriage Allowance. Some couples can save up to £252 a year on their tax bill by claiming Marriage Allowance. To find out if you’re eligible, read more below.
gov.uk/marriage-allow…

.Carers Scotland want to understand your experience when phoning an ambulance for those who have a life shortening condition, terminal illness or approaching the end of life. Help them by filling in the survey below. 👇🚨
forms.microsoft.com/pages/response…

Whether you’re an art lover or just looking for something fun to do, consider checking out ACCORD Hospice's annual art exhibition in The Art Department in Paisley. 🖼️ The event is free to attend and you can find out all the info here: accordhospice.org.uk/supporting-us/…

If you’re ever lost in finding information to help people with disabilities - this resource page by Disability Info Scot has you covered. They have a load of information about topics including benefits, education, mobility, accessible aids and much more: disabilityscot.org.uk

Our office has been revamped! 👷‍♂️🛠️ This much-needed rearranging has created 2 new meeting rooms as well as storage space for our growing team.
A big thanks to Sheenagh Gray and the team from Framed Estates Ltd for all the help in this and making our office look great. 😍

.One Parent Families Scotland have a guide for parents and families who have contact with social work because their child is either in, might be going into, or is returning home, from care. It explains where to get help and advice, particularly about money. 👇
opfs.org.uk/wp-content/upl…

Say hello to our volunteer Jonathan. 👋 Jonathan has been helping our admin team with IT support once a week and has been a very friendly face around the office. 😊

If you’re on a waiting list to see a healthcare specialist or to get health and social care services, you may be interested in NHS’ Waiting Well page. It offers advice for easing some symptoms, managing or improving your health and more. Have a look. 👇
nhsinform.scot/waiting-well/

🧘🏾 SKILLS CAFE: BEGINNERS YOGA 🧘🏾
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We are excited to be re-launching our Skills Cafe for 2024 with a series of gentle floor Yoga classes! This block is perfect for beginners, and is free for all women+. Join yoga teacher Lorna for to learn all about this calming practice.

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Last week we said a fond farewell to Reuben, our resident music therapist from Nordoff and Robbins. 🥹 We’re delighted our Carers benefitted from his wonderful sessions - the feedback showed how much it meant for them. Join us in wishing Reuben the best with his next projects. 🪇🪘✨

A egg-stra special Easter weekend with Renfrewshire Carers Centre🐥

Easter hunts, picnics in the sunshine, ☀️ certificates to celebrate achievements, and even a visit from the local Fire Engine! 🚒

All in a fun-filled Respite Break at Honeypot! 💛

#YoungCarers #Ayrshire

The Carers Leave Act will be coming into effect from 6th April 2024. 📢 The Act will allow employees who have caring responsibilities 5 days of unpaid leave a year. Find out everything you need to know here. 👇
gov.uk/carers-leave