Aims: To promote the inclusion of blind and partially sighted people at theatre, cinema, sport and cultural events by offering a commentary, which is received through a headset, and which does not obtrude on dialogue. Services provided: Campaigns to raise the profile and standards of audio description nationwide Offers training for audio describers to a…
Aberdeenshire
Canine Concern Scotland Trust (Incorporating Therapet)
Aims: To provide an educational service to promote responsible dog ownership in Scotland To further the role and the care of dogs in Scotland with the help of Government, local authorities or other organisations Services provided: Research into the therapeutic value of animals (dogs especially) Introduce a pet visiting service (Therapet) to homes, schools or…
Children in Scotland
Aims: To provide independent and impartial advice and information about additional support for learning to parents, carers, children, young people and professionals who work with them. To raise awareness of additional support for learning so that children and young people get the most that they can from their education. Services provided: Enquire offers free, independent…
The ME Association
Aims: The ME Association has been providing expert help since 1980. We understand the challenges of living with PVFS, ME/CFS, and Long Covid, and believe that nobody should struggle alone. We have established an excellent reputation and consistently deliver high standards of support, provide reliable and timely information, welcome medical training, effective campaigning, and prudent…
STAF – Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum
Aims: To improve support for young people leaving care, by sharing good practice, creating networks and influencing local and national developments. Services provided: Staf is a membership organisation open to all those who have Corporate Parenting responsibilities or who work directly with care leavers. This includes local authorities, health boards, third and independent sector organisations,…
Working Families
Details for scottish office below Mission Our mission is to remove the barriers that people with caring responsibilities face in the workplace. We drive positive change by supporting and advocating for working parents and carers, collaborating with employers to build flexible and family-friendly cultures, and influencing government policy. Services provided: Freephone helpline Assist parents to…