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AVAILABLE FUNDING FOR UNPAID CARERS

Are you a carer living in Mid Argyll, Kintyre, Gigha, Islay and Jura? You are eligible to receive a small grant to fund a short break or purchase subscriptions, equipment, appliances or something to support you in your caring role. Get in touch with us or if you are already supported by our worker in your area, please speak to them directly.

BEFRIENDER VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Circle of Friends is a befriending service for anyone over the age of 65 who feels lonely and isolated. If you have some spare time and could offer support, please get in touch with Ryan 07903 403 301.

We are looking for people who have strong listening skills, are friendly, warm, honest, committed, reliable, trustworthy, resilient, and have respect for confidentiality.

Carer's Support

Do you look after a relative, partner or friend who needs support because of age, physical or learning disability or illness including mental ill health?
Who is a Carer? A carer is a family member, partner, relative or friend supporting someone who needs help to manage a long-term condition, disability, physical or mental health problem or addiction.

Dochas Carers' Centre is an independent charity. We help and support unpaid carers by providing information and guidance which can make life better. There are many carers who live many miles from services and access can prove difficult or impossible. We have dedicated Outreach Workers who provide support to carers throughout Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Isles.

You can call in person, phone us, request a home visit or make an appointment to speak with one of our staff during the opening hours of the centre.

Young Carers

Young carers are children under the age of 18 (or 18 and still at school) with caring responsibilities. Mid Argyll Youth Development Services offer support to young people throughout Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay. The services include training, youth clubs, drop-ins, cyber cafe, community cinema, trips and much more. For more information contact 01546 603 231. www.mayds.org.uk.