Aims: To give financial help to physically disabled children under the age of eighteen who reside in Scotland Summary: Funding is provided to meet a specific need not covered by statutory sources, e.g. clothing, apparatus, equipment, household appliances, furniture, adaptations to home or garden. Grants may be made for holidays. Grants cannot be made retrospectively. Applications:…
North Lanarkshire
Equals Advocacy Ltd
Aims: To ensure that the views of people with mental health / dementia issues are heard and respected, that they are treated as individuals and valued members of society. Services provided: Provides an advocacy service throughout North Lanarkshire to people who are aged 65 years and over Volunteering opportunities for Advocates. Opening hours: Monday – Friday,…
Meningitis Now
Aims: To ensure that every community is aware of the signs and symptoms of meningitis and that anyone affected has access to support following their experience. Services provided Helpline available Monday- Thursday 9-5p.m and Friday 9-1pm. 0808 801 0388 or email the helpline on helpline@meningitisnow.org Individual support from a local Community Support officer- through home…
Pet Fostering Service Scotland
Aims: To provide support to pet owners during crisis situations. Services provided: Provides short term care for the pets of people who are unable to care for them because of crisis situations and are unable to afford kennel fees Fosterers are recruited who can care for the pet in their own home. cost: The cost…
Potential Living
Charity providing services to older adults and adults with learning disabilities and / or physical disabilities living in their own homes