Support in the Right Direction
Ayrshire Independent Living Network provides a range of support in North, South and East Ayrshire to help increase people’s understanding of self-directed support and their ability to manage their social care. Community events, drop ins and training sessions share information on self-directed support and social care. 1:1 support helps people to understand their rights, prepare for an assessment and develop or change personal outcome plans. People who choose to employ a Personal Assistant are supported to understand employer responsibilities, recruit and manage staff and develop the skills and knowledge to be a good employer. Volunteer peer mentors help people understand their options and increase their confidence in taking control. AILN supports all social care users but also targets people with dementia, mental health issues or addictions and people coming home from hospital.
Today (14th May 2025) a new £3 million Bright Start Breakfasts Fund will open to applications. The fund will expand access to breakfast clubs for primary school children by combining provision of healthy and nutritious breakfast food with before-school supervision or childcare enabling early drop off for parents to support them to work or study.
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Today (14th May 2025) a new £3 million Bright Start Breakfasts Fund will open to applications. The fund will expand access to breakfast clubs for primary school children by combining provision of healthy and nutritious breakfast food with before-school supervision or childcare enabling early drop off for parents to support them to work or study.
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Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the work of charities across Scotland. Their contribution, big or small, can make a huge difference to individual lives and the reach and impact of organisations. Two of Inspiring Scotland’s programmes would not exist without the support of volunteers: our Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) connecting professional volunteers with
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