Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire

Formed in 2011, we are an independent and local organisation for anyone who is thinking about directing their own support or that of someone they care for.

[Self Directed Support Scotland @SDSScot]

Need help to decide whether to apply for this year's Community Brokerage Award?

Sign up for one of these upcoming informal online sessions to learn all about the award:

🗓️Tues 2 May, 4.00pm – 4.45pm
🗓️Thurs 4 May, 12.30pm – 1.15pm

Book a space: https://t.co/PyvKm1yEhL

[ILF Scotland @ILFScotland]

In case you missed it:

The Scottish Government recently announced an increase to the minimum rate of pay for Adult Social Care workers in Scotland from £10.50 to £10.90 per hour from 1 April 2023.

Read the full story on our news pages: https://t.co/Ru50GvBupx

[Coalition of Carers in Scotland (COCIS) @CarersCoalition]

We've heard from over 1100 carers so far, but keen to hear from as many carers as possible in Scotland before the closing date on 17th April.

If you haven't already, could you please take a few minutes to share your views on carers rights and support.

https://t.co/PT5t44ag79

[Quarriers @quarriers]

It's just 2 weeks to go until the Short Breaks for Carers: Capacity & Sustainability conference. 👇

We are co-hosting this conference with @SenseScotland and @CareBreaks.

Join us on Tuesday 18 April.

Find out more and book your place here – https://t.co/4Z6DylWmR5

[Y.O.U @Youroptions1]

Today Y.O.U and I are delivering the first of three workshops to young people involved in ARC Scotland's transition forum.
If you are interested in finding out more Y.O.U services please email:
[email protected] or
telephone [phone]

[Self Directed Support Scotland @SDSScot]

The Community Brokerage Award is a customised SQA award worth 30 credits at SCQF level 7.

It covers all aspects of community brokerage in relation to SDS.

This year's course starts in September, and applications are open now.

Find out more: https://t.co/EpyDJx55Wk

[Y.O.U @Youroptions1]

Tonight as part of Cerebral Palsy Awareness month I will be joining @CpScotland online event to discuss navigating the challenges of being an adult living with Cerebral Palsy.
I will be part of a panel led by Michael McEwan alongside Rebecca Ann Nicholson and others

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

Looking forward to meeting everyone at Revive MS coffee morning today!
We will be sharing information on SDS and how this can help people have more choice and control over their care and support. @revivems

[East Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @EastAdvice]

Worrying about the bills piling up? Debt happens, but we’re here to help. Contact us on 0141 882 2032 for free, confidential and impartial advice #debthappens

[Michael McEwan @mikieboy83]

not to late to sign up for this event #CerebralPalsyAwarenessMonth #TeamCPScot

@upmovement_cp @ScotLDO @CpScotland

[Down's Syndrome Scotland @DSScotland]

Our team are celebrating #WDSD2023 and Lots of Socks day by showing off their colourful odd socks🧦💙 We love seeing all your odd socks as well, keep sharing and spreading positivity! #LotsOfSocks

[East Renfrewshire Health & Social Care Partnership @erhscp]

We will be supporting #worlddownssyndromeday tomorrow Tues March 21.

Staff will be wearing mismatched socks to raise awareness for people with #DownSyndrome. Why don't you do the same?

#LotsOfSocks #worlddownsyndromeday #WDSD2023

@WorldDSDay @DSScotland

[East Renfrewshire Health & Social Care Partnership @erhscp]

Mind to Mind is a website where people share their own experiences with mental wellbeing to help others who are struggling.

See our profile links above to access the website.

#MentalHealthMatters #EastRenfrewshire

[PAMIS @PAMIS_Scotland]

We were devastated to lose funding after 16 years of partnership working with the most #inspiring families but we refuse to walk away. We learn our resilience from you #profound Seeking alternative funding to ensure you remain visible
@jennympamis @ChristinaSNP @InspInclusion

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

New Guides regarding SDS and people with Neurological conditions. Guide is for Health and social care professionals, for parents and family members and for third sector organisations. https://t.co/moJ8WD6Y9b

[East Renfrewshire Carers Centre @ERCCentre]

An innovative new partnership between @erhscp and @macmillancancer is seeking individuals affected by cancer, to come together to help shape a new service called Improving the Cancer Journey.

For more info, contact: [email protected]

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

The SDS Forum will join @ERCCentre To launch a parent carers group on Wednesday 22nd February at 10.30am - 12.30pm at:
The Cartvale, 27 Main Street, Busby G76 8DX. The meeting will then alternate each month in Barrhead If you are interested please email: [email protected]

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

YOU'RE INVITED!

On Monday the 20th of February at 7-8:30pm the SDS Forum are inviting you to a free event for anyone ages 16-35. There will be food and entertainment you don't want to miss out!

To book a space please email [email protected] or call 0141 638 2525

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

HSCP budget engagement information and questionnaire. Click the link below to find out more and give your feedback. https://t.co/7wjuW7YNK1

[Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire @sdsforumer]

We are now on Instagram! Come and follow us to see what we have been getting up to in East Renfrewshire https://t.co/kmFrgBQczk