VOCAL recognises many carers experience financial pressures due to caring. Some may have reduced their hours at work, or even had to stop working altogether. Others may be struggling to make ends because of increasing fuel costs or find themselves in fuel debt. 

To support carers, VOCAL has received funding to establish a Carer Assistance Fund for carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Please note Edinburgh is now closed for applications. Both funding programmes support carers through the delivery of grants. Funds are targeted at those in greatest need and carers will be asked to describe what difference the funding would make to their life.  

Visit the sections below to find the most relevant funding for you, or a carer you are supporting.