We support unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian, offering a range of services, including counselling, support to take a break from caring, financial advice, and events and activities to assist carers in managing their caring role.
VOCAL has two carer centres: one in Leith, Edinburgh, and another in Midlothian, as well as other community venues to help us reach as many carers as possible. Our services extend to carers of all ages, caring for family members or friends with a range of needs, from physical disabilities and mental health conditions to addiction support.
To find out more about VOCAL, what we do, and our governance, see our values statement.
VOCAL manages three websites which help carers find support, training and breaks from caring.
Carer Support Finder
A website to help carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian find the right support and services at every stage of the carer journey.
Carer Training
Courses, events and activities for unpaid carers. All events are free of charge for carers living or caring for someone in Edinburgh or Midlothian.
Wee Breaks
Supporting unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian to take time to recharge and think about themselves for an hour, a day or longer.
