The MS Society’s MS Wellbeing Hub aims to provide a one-stop shop of virtual support and information, which is free to anyone with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and their families in Scotland. The Hub’s services include counselling, physiotherapy support, and one to one information support.
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Clean Up Scotland Online Resources
Keep Scotland Beautiful (KSB) has a range of online resources available to help individuals and community groups gather evidence about littering, dog fouling and flytipping, through their Clean Up Scotland litter tackling campaign. These resources also cover how people can use this information to take preventative action against litter in their communities and local areas.
New dates-n-mates Podcast Launched
The new dates-n-mates podcast has launched, with the first 3 episodes now available. Designed as friendly conversations with direct experiences and opinions from people with learning disabilities, the podcast is co-hosted by dates-n-mates Directors, who share their views and experiences on a variety of topics that matter to them.
2021 Resuscitation Guidelines
The Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) has published updated Resuscitation Guidelines. The 2021 Guidelines contain detailed information about basic and advanced life support for adults, paediatrics and newborns, as well as information on the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and other topics.
Camelon Clean-Up Walk
Forth Valley Disability Sport and Get Out Get Active (GOGA) Forth Valley have organised monthly community clean-up walks, with the first taking place next Tuesday 18th May, 2pm – 3pm in Camelon. GOGA Forth Valley will provide the equipment; as equipment is limited, booking is required.
Money Works Free Webinar: Credit
Money Advice Scotland’s next FREE Money Works webinar, “Credit”, takes place on Tuesday 18th May, 12pm – 1pm via Zoom. The Money Works programme aims to improve wellbeing by providing information and guidance on products and helping people to develop both immediate and lasting financial capability strategies, helping promote financial wellbeing in the workplace for employees and apprentices across Scotland. This webinar focuses on the different types of credit available, as well as the main factors to consider when borrowing money.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 Resources
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week (which runs until Sunday 16th May this year), our team at CVS Falkirk have gathered a list of resources and information available online, and within current COVID-19 guidance. This year’s theme is Nature, with organisers the Mental Health Foundation publishing a blog on the reasoning behind this year’s…
COVID-19 Protection Levels Update: Falkirk Entering Level 2
Scottish Government has announced that, from Monday 17th May, the majority of mainland Scotland will enter Level 2 of the COVID-19 protection tiers. This includes Falkirk and the wider Forth Valley area.
Scottish Youth Parliament: Get Involved!
The next Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP) elections take place Tuesday 9th November – Sunday 21st November, and young people across Scotland are encouraged to get involved. Young people aged 14 – 25 years old can stand as candidates and become elected Members of the SYP (MSYP), helping create positive change in their communities. The deadline for expressions of interest in standing as a MSYP is Wednesday 30th June.
St John Scotland Patient Transport Service Volunteer Drivers
St John Scotland is looking for volunteer drivers from across Forth Valley to join their Patient Transport service, helping people get to and from their appointments at Forth Valley Royal Hospital (FVRH) in Larbert. The role requires a few hours per week transporting renal patients to and from the Renal Unit at FVRH. Volunteers should be aged 25 – 70 years old, with a valid driving licence, full insurance, and access to their own car. (Expenses can be claimed.)
