Christine’s opportunity to take a break from caring
Christine Gibson has cared for her son Russell since his accident over 20 years ago. In 2001, Russell tragically fell from a third story tenement …
Progressing as a Carer Positive Employer
We are hosting an online session for Edinburgh and Lothian Employers with Carer Positive on progressing as a carer positive employer on Monday 28 November, …
VOCAL 100 Club – October 2022 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. Want to …
Our Edinburgh 7 Summits challengers have started their training!
With a challenging 35km and 900m of ascent to conquer this challenge, a team from Baillie Gifford are taking on the Edinburgh 7 Summits Challenge …
Carers Rights Day – join our free event!
Whether you are a new carer or have been caring for someone for a while, we believe that it’s important that you understand your rights …
Challenge Poverty Week 2022
Today marks the start of Challenge Poverty Week. The rapid increase in the cost of living is putting huge pressure on carers across the country. …
VOCAL 100 Club – September 2022 Results
The VOCAL 100 club is our monthly lottery which raises money for carer support and pays out half of the fund in cash prizes. Want to …
Carer’s Leave Bill
VOCAL has long campaigned for and championed carers’ rights in the workplace, supporting national and local employers in Scotland to implement meaningful workplace policies and …
Our newsletter, Carers’ News is now available!
Our printed newsletter, Carers’ News is sent to over 8,000 carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian and shares the latest news and information from across VOCAL. …
Peter’s Kiltwalk in support of VOCAL!
Fundraising has a huge impact on our charity. It helps support our services for carers, spread the word about VOCAL and also encourages others to …
