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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 11h

There are lots of ways to take part this Carers Rights Day including sharing information with carers, raising awareness on social media, or hosting your very own online or in person events.

Check out our resources and top tips to help get you started: carersuk.org/news-and-cam...

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 15h

Join us for the Carers Parliament 2025!

With a new Scottish Parliament to be elected next year, we'll be looking at 2026 and beyond to address the main priorities for unpaid carers and how their lives can improve.

Online places are still available here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYHXCRV

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 1d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.
Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 1d

Our Growing Up Project is open to new sign ups!

The Project aims to support unpaid carers of autistic young people to look after their physical and mental wellbeing.

In partnership with National Autistic Society

Learn more about the project here: www.carersuk.org/scotland/new...

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 2d

The University of Strathclyde is looking for unpaid carers to take part in this survey investigating the support, training and recognition needed by carers.

To get involved, or find out more, visit: strathsci.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 2d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.

Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 3d

We have new Looking After Someone guides for 2025/26!

These have up to date information and advice on all aspects of caring in Scotland.

Order printed copies (supplied free, pay postage only) or find the link to the online version here: www.shopcarersuk.org/en/products/...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 5d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.
Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 6d

Aberdeen HSCP are looking for responses from carers on the development of the Refreshed Carers Strategy, which is being developed to support Carers across Aberdeen City.

Carers in the area, please take 15 minutes to respond if you can:
unpaid-carers-strategy-achscp.commonplace.is

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 6d

Our Growing Up Project is open to new sign ups!

The Project aims to support unpaid carers of autistic young people to look after their physical and mental wellbeing.

In partnership with National Autistic Society

Learn more about the project here: www.carersuk.org/scotland/new...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 6d

Looking after someone? Need to talk? Our online forum, Carers Connect, offers a space for carers to share experiences, get things off your chest and find mutual support.

Sign up as a member for free and join the conversation: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 6d

The University of Strathclyde is looking for unpaid carers to take part in this survey investigating the support, training and recognition needed by carers.

To get involved, or find out more, visit: strathsci.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 7d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.
Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 7d

We have new Looking After Someone guides for 2025/26!

These have up to date information and advice on all aspects of caring in Scotland.

Order printed copies (supplied free, pay postage only) or find the link to the online version here: www.shopcarersuk.org/en/products/...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 8d

Aberdeen HSCP are looking for responses from carers on the development of the Refreshed Carers Strategy, which is being developed to support Carers across Aberdeen City.

Carers in the area, please take 15 minutes to respond if you can:
unpaid-carers-strategy-achscp.commonplace.is

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 8d

Join us for the Carers Parliament 2025!

This annual event gives unpaid carers in Scotland the opportunity to address their concerns and questions on caring directly to national and local Government decision-makers.

Online places still available here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYHXCRV

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 8d

Looking after a relative, friend or neighbour who relies on you for support?

Become a Carers UK member for free. You’ll receive the latest carer news, be part of our online community, and join our movement for change.

Learn more: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 9d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.
Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 11d

Looking after a relative, friend or neighbour who relies on you for support?

Become a Carers UK member for free. You’ll receive the latest carer news, be part of our online community, and join our movement for change.

Learn more: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 12d

We have new Looking After Someone guides for 2025/26!

These have up to date information and advice on all aspects of caring in Scotland.

Order printed copies (supplied free, pay postage only) or find the link to the online version here: www.shopcarersuk.org/en/products/...

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 12d

Join us for the Carers Parliament 2025!

This annual event gives unpaid carers in Scotland the opportunity to address their concerns and questions on caring directly to national and local Government decision-makers.

Online places still available here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYHXCRV

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 13d

Scotland Demands Better is our chance to come together and demand that politicians make the changes we need for a society where every household can thrive and prosper.

Edinburgh - 25th October.
Join us in carers block to march together.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-blo...

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Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 14d

Looking after someone? Need to talk? Our online forum, Carers Connect, offers a space for carers to share experiences, get things off your chest and find mutual support.

Sign up as a member for free and join the conversation: www.carersuk.org/get-involved/join-us/become-a-free-member/

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 14d

Join us for the Carers Parliament 2025!

With a new Scottish Parliament to be elected next year, we'll be looking at 2026 and beyond to address the main priorities for unpaid carers and how their lives can improve.

Online places are still available here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYHXCRV

Carers Scotland @carersscotland.bsky.social · 15d

Carers Scotland can provide specialist information on a range of topics, including…

✔️ benefits and financial support
✔️ how to get practical support
✔️ challenging decisions

Get in touch by phone on 0808 808 7777 or email [email protected].