The Self Management for Life Fund: Round 3 is now open for applications. The fund will support projects supporting people to self manage at an early stage with their long-term condition, disability or unpaid caring responsibility, targeting health inequalities or supporting people on long waiting lists. Third sector and community organisations can apply for a…
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Naturesave Trust Grants to Connect Communities with Nature
The Naturesave Trust is offering grants of up to £5,000 to charities, social enterprises, and community groups for projects which connect communities with nature, aiming to improve physical and mental wellbeing while fostering positive action on climate change. Eligible initiatives may include arts and cultural activities, community gardening, green gyms, mental health support, conservation volunteering,…
Grants to Improve Housing for Disadvantaged People
Registered charities in the UK can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to address the housing needs, and assist with the financial wellbeing of, people who are disadvantaged or are facing deprivation, through the Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation. Priority is given to charities operating in the top 50% of the UK Index of…
NHS Forth Valley Annual Review Event
NHS Forth Valley will hold its hybrid Annual Review meeting on Wednesday 19 November 2025, 1:30pm – 2:30pm at the Board Headquarters, Carseview House, Castle Business Park, Stirling, FK9 4SW, and online via Microsoft Teams. Refreshments and poster displays will be available from 1pm, offering a chance to meet Board and Leadership Team members. The…
New “Supporting Scotland’s Children: Core Knowledge and Values” Resource
The Directorate for Children and Families has launched “Supporting Scotland’s Children: Core Knowledge and Values”, a new free online resource hosted by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The new resource replaces the former “Common Core of Skills, Knowledge & Understanding and Values for Scotland’s children’s workforce”, first published in 2012. Created in partnership with…
National Trauma Learning Event 2025
Professionals across Scotland are invited to join the National Trauma Learning Event 2025 on Tuesday 11 November 2025, 2pm – 4:30pm, via Microsoft Teams. The Learning Event will be hosted by the Improvement Service, who plan to explore progress and emerging impact in embedding trauma-informed and responsive approaches across organisations, systems and workforces. During the…
Support Request: Bairns Babybank Forth Valley Storage Space
Bairns Babybank Forth Valley is looking for a new storage space. The babybank supports families in Falkirk District who are struggling to provide clothing and essentials for their children. It accepts donations of preloved baby and children’s clothes, toys, shoes, and baby equipment to be passed on to families in need, but need somewhere to…
“My Own Life” Course from Central Advocacy Partners
Central Advocacy Partners has announced the return of its “Own My Life” course this November – a 12 week programme aimed at supporting women to rebuild confidence and regain control after experiencing abuse. This specially adapted version has been designed to be accessible for women who have learning disabilities or Autism, using clear language and…
“You First” Staff Wellbeing Podcast Launched
“Introducing “You First” – a 4 part podcast series focused on the wellbeing of staff.” Public Health Scotland has been working with its partners in Suicide Prevention Scotland to develop a new podcast series, aimed at anyone working in roles (or with data or information) which has the potential to be emotionally demanding or upsetting.…
Stoptober 2025 Forth Valley Newsletter
NHS Forth Valley’s Health Improvement Service has released its Stoptober 2025 newsletter, with information around stopping smoking and the support available locally to do so. Stoptober is an annual NHS campaign to help people stop smoking during the month of October. Since 2012, Stoptober has helped millions of people take the first step toward stopping…
