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# Angus Carers

Supporting carers

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## Posts

- [Carer Influencer Response to Right to a Break Consultation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carer-influencer-response-to-right-to-a-break-consultation/) - Carer Influencer Response to Right to a Break Consultation This document outlines the Carer Influencer Group’s response to the Government’s Right to a Break consultation. Across two facilitated workshop sessions, members discussed the proposals and co-designed responses to the consultation questions, drawing on their lived experience to provide detailed and meaningful feedback.
- [Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland: Carers Focus Groups](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/chest-heart-and-stroke-scotland-carers-focus-groups/) - Caring for someone following a stroke or heart attack, or who is living with a respiratory condition, or long covid, can be challenging.Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is currently undertaking a consultation with carers, in partnership with The Diffley Partnership, to better understand the support carers need.What you can expect if you take part: If
- [Whole Family Approach Conversation Café.](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/whole-family-approach-conversation-cafe/) - Be part of the blueprint for Whole Family Approach in Angus locality. Your voice matters for your community.At the Whole Family Approach Conversation Café. This event brings together services, people affected by someone else’s substance use, and the wider community to explore how we can better support every member of the family across Angus. You’ll hear from
- [Dementia Clinics](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/dementia-clinics/) - Dementia Clinics in partnership with Nationwide Fairer Futures
- [Support for households using heating oil and LPG](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/support-for-households-using-heating-oil-and-lpg/) - Support for households using heating oil and LPG Households struggling with the rising cost of oil and Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for heating will be able to apply for £300 of support with their bills from 1 April.The Scottish Government’s Emergency Heating Oil Scheme will be available to users of both heating oil and LPG
- [Carers Week 2026](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-week-2026/) - Carers Week 2026 We are delighted to introduce Carers Week 2026 to register your interest please use the following form.Your place will be confirmed on the week of the 25th May. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/By2CShT52f Please note there is no transport provided for these activities.contact 01241 439157 or adultteam@anguscarers.org.uk for enquiries
- [Right to a Short Break Consultation Drop in](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/right-to-a-short-break-consultation-drop-in/) - Right to a Short Break Consultation Calling all unpaid carers: drop in and help shape the Right to a Short Break Consultation with honest, real-life examples of what works (and what doesn’t).You know what’s needed — this is your chance to say it, clearly and in your own words.There is no need to book, but
- [NCO Carers Manifesto 2026](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/nco-carers-manifesto-2026/) - Carers deserve to be heard. 💙 The NCO Carers Manifesto 2026 sets out clear priorities for supporting unpaid carers across Scotland. At Angus Carers Centre, we stand with carers and continue to call for better recognition, support and investment in their vital role.
- [Caring Matters Week - BBC Radio Scotland](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/caring-matters-week-bbc-radio-scotland/) - As part of BBC Caring Matters Week, BBC Radio Scotland is hosting a live programme focused on what it’s like to be an unpaid carer in Scotland today Tuesday 26th May 10am – 12pm BBC Scotland, Glasgow (or join remotely) Presented by Connie McLaughlinThe programme will explore the challenges and rewards of caring, balancing care
- [Carers On the Move May 1st](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-on-the-move-may-1st/)
- [Useful Courses for Parent/Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/useful-courses-for-parent-carers/) - Useful Courses for Parents/Carers See below for a collection of highlighted courses and online sessions by NHS Tayside CAMHS for parents and carers
- [Right to Breaks consultation – Have Your Say](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/right-to-breaks-consultation-have-your-say/) - Right to Breaks consultation – Have Your Say The right to breaks provisions in the Care Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 will make changes to the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 to deliver a right to personalised short breaks support for carers who can’t currently access “sufficient breaks” from caring.The Scottish Government now seek views on options
- [Boundaries Workshop](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/boundaries-workshop/) - Boundaries Workshop
- [Hospitalfield Herbal Solidarity Workshop](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/hospitalfield-herbal-solidarity-workshop/) - Hospitalfield Herbal Solidarity workshop
- [Limited Spaces Available: Salt Dog Marine Dundee Boat Tour for Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/limited-spaces-available-salt-dog-marine-dundee-boat-tour-for-carers/) - Limited Spaces Available: Salt Dog Marine Dundee Boat Tour for Carers We have a limited number of spaces available for registered carers for a boat tour with Salt Dog Marine Dundee taking place on the 4th of May at 2pm.If you are interested, please contact us by email at enquiries@anguscarers.org.uk or by phone on 01241
- [Arbroath Fest 2026](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/arbroath-fest-2026/) - Arbroath Fest 2026 We’re incredibly proud to share some exciting news with our community.This year, Arbroath Food and Music Festival has chosen us as their official charity partner — a meaningful recognition of the work we do to support unpaid carers and their families. Their support will help shine a spotlight on the vital, often unseen role
- [Carers Strategy Survey](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/elementor-5437/) - Carers Strategy Survey The Angus Health and Social Care Partnership are reviewing the Local Carers Strategy for 2023–2026 and would like to hear from Adult Unpaid Carers and Young Carers in Angus.The strategy sets out how health, social care, and partner organisations support carers to maintain their wellbeing and continue caring, where they choose to
- [Movement for Good Award](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/movement-for-good-award/) - Angus Carers Chance to win £1000 Angus Carers is calling for nominations to win a £1,000 Movement for Good Award from Benefact Group. We are encouraging people to nominate us for a chance to win £1,000 as part of Benefact Group’s annual Movement for Good Awards, which is giving over £1 million away to charities and good
- [Wellbeing resources](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/wellbeing-resources/) - From anxiety, loneliness, to sleep issues and bullying, these resources offer quick video, audio and text wellbeing supports accessible to anyone at any time.
- [Angus Carer Positive Information Session](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/angus-carer-positive-information-session/) - For more information, click the picture above to visit the Angus Carer Positive Information Session Eventbrite page, which contains an in-depth overview of what the session will entail.
- [Carers Week 2025: Caring About Equalities](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-week-2025-caring-about-equalities/) - Carers Week 2025: Caring About Equalities Carers Week. A time to recognise, celebrate, and support the incredible people who care for others every day.If you can spare just 10 minutes today, please take a moment to listen to the voices of our carers. They’ve generously shared their personal journeys – stories of strength, compassion, and
- [Young Carers Action Day 2025 Photo Gallery](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers-action-day-2025-photo-gallery/)
- [Young Carers Action Day 2025 Overview](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers-action-day-2025-overview/) - Young Carers Action Day, a campaign organised by the charity Carers TrustThe theme for Young Carers Action Day 2025 was “Give Me a Break,” chosen by young carers themselves. Below is a collection of photos and descriptions showcasing part of the day’s events Winner of the poster competition from Auchterhouse Primary school, Imogen Nokes, she
- [First Minister's Questions Young Carers Visit](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/first-ministers-questions-young-carers-visit/) - March 13th 2025A lovely chat with Nicola Sturgeon. She spoke to us at the end of FMQ’s, She was asked if she was staying to the debate she agreed. She then came up and said she would wait on us at the end for a chat and photos.Also, in a very rare occurrence the debate
- [Carers Christmas Party](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-christmas-party/) - We know that speaking about Christmas before Halloween has even passed it a big no! but we are just too excited we had to share the news!This year we are putting on a Christmas party for our registered carers! This will be held at the Meadowbank Arbroath on the 5th of December from 4pm -8pm, there
- [Angus Council 16+ Opportunities Booklet](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/angus-council-16-opportunities-booklet/) - Here is a booklet from the Angus Council 16+ Team that provides a range of opportunities and support across angus this autumn Open PDF in new window
- [Angus Small Repairs Free Winter Service](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/angus-small-repairs-free-winter-service/) - Angus Small Repairs is offering a free get ready for winter service if you think you can benefit from this please contact them on the information provided on the leaflet or below Email: info@angussmallrepairs.org Tel: 01307 496506
- [Dementia Education Workshop](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/dementia-education-workshop/) - Dementia Education WorkshopCome along to the Angus Carers Centre on the 23rd of October Between 9:30am and 4pm to learn more about the dementia services available in Angus! It’s a great chance to get helpful information and support.Link to sign up below or scan the QR code Sign up
- [Young Carers STV News Segment](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers-stv-news-segment/) - Below is the ITV segment on young carers and the support and recognition they need.
- [October Calendar 2024](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/october-calendar-2024/)
- [HSCP Podcast And Nature Prescribing Calendar](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/hscp-podcast-and-nature-prescribing-calendar/) - The Angus Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP), ANGUSalive, Angus Council, NHS Tayside, and RSPB Scotland, has created a Angus Nature Prescribing Calendar. This calendar aims to highlight the physical and mental health benefits of nature while offering residents a range of local activities to encourage outdoor engagement. Below is a link to the calendar.
- [September Calender 2024](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/september-calender-2024/)
- [Lifestyle Management Course](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/lifestyle-management-course/) - We understand how challenging your role can be, and we want to support you in taking back control of your life. Our Lifestyle Management Course is designed to help you use your own skills and knowledge to effectively cope with the difficult situations you face Start date is the 14th of January 2025 if you
- [August Calender 2024](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/august-calander-2024/) - #
- [Carers Week 2023](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-week-2023/) - From hill walks across our scenic area, delicious cake making sessions, gentle fitness sessions, tea dance, workshops on understanding autism, climate change, pampering, and many more, we’ve got what you need.
- [Cost of living support](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/cost-of-living-support/) - At Angus Carers Centre, we care deeply about our local residents who help form and support the local community. It’s no secret that Angus, among the rest of the UK are feeling the pinch due to the rising cost of living crisis which is causing great waves of complications for our residents
- [The Angus Communities Project](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/the-angus-communities-project/) - Angus Carers Centre are pleased to announce that we have been successful in securing funding from the National Lottery Community Fund Scotland
- [Care for a cuppy! Event Test](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/care-for-a-cuppy-event-test/) - Care for a cuppy? See here for details of meetings near you. Come and join us!!
- [Angus Carers Centre is a living wage employer](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/living-wage/) - Angus Carers Centre becomes the 27th Real Living Wage employer in Angus
- [Care for a cuppy!](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/care-for-a-cuppy-2/) - Care for a cuppy? See here for details of meetings near you. Come and join us!!
- [SDS information session](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/sds-information-session/) - Find out about Self-Directed Support and how best to use it
- [Respitality Breaks](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/respitatlity-breaks/) - Respitality in Scotland in partnership with the hospitality, tourism and leisure industry in Scotland have the following breaks on offer offer to carers across Scotland. You must be registered as an unpaid carer to take part and have access to zoom for the virtual breaks.
- [Xmas Party: 16 December 2022](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/xmas-party-16-december-2022/) - Care for a cuppy? See here for details of meetings near you. Come and join us!!
- [I.T. Training: Social Media & YouTube](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/i-t-training-social-media-youtube/) - Bring along your own device (laptop or tablet) or borrow one from the session from Angus Carers Centre. Come along to as many or as few sessions as you wish.
- [Respitality Breaks](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/respitality-breaks-01-2/) - Respitality in Scotland in partnership with the hospitality, tourism and leisure industry in Scotland have the following breaks on offer offer to carers across Scotland. You must be registered as an unpaid carer to take part and have access to zoom for the virtual breaks.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-01-2/) - Hi, the first guided relaxation session of 2022 will take place on Friday 7th January at 10am. As before, the zoom link is below and all registered adult carers and volunteers are welcome.
- [Respitality Breaks](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/respitality-breaks-01/) - Respitality in Scotland in partnership with the hospitality, tourism and leisure industry in Scotland have the following breaks on offer offer to carers across Scotland. You must be registered as an unpaid carer to take part and have access to zoom for the virtual breaks.
- [Angus Falls Service Presentation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/angus-falls-service-presentation/) - Join staff from the Angus Falls Service on Tuesday 18th Jan at 2pm for a short presentation. This session will cover
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-01/) - Hi, the next guided relaxation session will take place on Friday 21st January at 10am As before, the zoom link is below and there is no need to register, simply click on the link on the day.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-02/) - Following on from the fortnightly day sessions, I am running an evening relaxation session on Wednesday 9th February at 7pm. Like the day sessions, the link is open and no registration is required.
- [Parents Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parent-carers-arbroath-02/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Kirriemuir](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-kirriemuir-02/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-03-2/) - Hi, the next guided relaxation session will take place on Thursday 17th February at 10am. There is no need to register, simply click on the link on the day.
- [Parents Carers Montrose](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parent-carers-montrose-02/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Parents Carers Forfar](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parents-carers-forfar-02/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-arbroath-02/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-03/) - Hi, the next guided relaxation session will take place on Wednesday 2nd March at 2.30pm. As before, the zoom link is below and there is no need to register, simply click on the link on the day.
- [Parents Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parents-carers-arbroath-03/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Mental Health Improvement and Suicide awareness](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/mental-health-improvement-and-suicide-awareness/) - Mental Health Improvement (Workshop 1) – Tuesday 15th March 1.30pm-3pm This workshop looks at mental health and wellbeing and explores ways to promote positive wellbeing.
- [Young Carers Action Day 16th March](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers-action-day-16th-march/) - Young Carers Action Day is an annual event, organised each year by Carers Trust. It’s a day for raising public awareness of young carers and young adult carers, the pressures and challenges they face, and the incredible contribution they make by caring for their family members and friends.
- [Parents Carers Forfar](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parent-carers-forfar-03/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Kirriemuir](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-kirriemuir-03/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Parents Carers Montrose](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parent-carers-montrose/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-arbroath-03/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation/) - The next guided relaxation takes place on Monday 20th June at 10am. Simply click the Teams link below to join, no registration is required.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-04/) - Hi, the next guided relaxation session will take place on Monday 18th April at 2pm. As before, the zoom link is below and there is no need to register, simply click on the link on the day.
- [Guided Relaxation](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/guided-relaxation-04-7th/) - Hi, I am on annual leave next week - 11th April 2022 therefore the next relaxation session will be a week later than usual. Date and link to follow next week.
- [Family and Friends Carers Kirriemuir](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-kirriemuir/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-arbroath-04/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Care for a cuppy!](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/care-for-a-cuppy/) - Care for a cuppy? See here for details of meetings near you. Come and join us!!
- [Carers Week 2022](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carers-week-2022/) - Welcome to Angus Carers Centre's Programme of Activities for Carers Week, 6 to 12 June 2022 This year, during Carers Week (6 – 12 June) we will be joining forces with other organisations to make caring even more visible, valued and supported across Angus.
- [Parents Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parents-carers-arbroath/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Family and Friends Carers Arbroath](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/family-and-friends-carers-arbroath/) - Registered family and friends are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Parents Carers Forfar](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/parents-carers-forfar/) - Registered Parent Carers are invited to come along to the group meeting detailed below. If you have any questions or require further details, please contact Claire by email - claire@anguscarers.org.uk or by telephone 01241 439157.
- [Padlocks of self love](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/padlocks-of-self-love/) - ally Hackett is working with Hospitalfield on a long term commission as part of the development of our blacksmith made garden gate leading to our walled garden.
- [Arbroath Carers Surgery](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/arbroath-carers-surgery/) - An opportunity to meet with Graeme Day, MSP.
- [Christmas Breaks and Trips](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/christmas-breaks-and-trips/) - CLOSED - Christmas breaks and trips available December
- [National Discussion: Scottish Education](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/national-discussion/) - Calling all Young Carers and families. This is a great opportunity to have your say about the future of education. Please follow the link below and complete the survey. We have a unique opportunity to speak with the facilitators of this discussion on 24th October (Time TBC but most likely about 4.30pm) and we are really keen to involve young carers and young adult carers so they can talk about their lived experience and have their voices heard on what they think education should look like in the future.
- [The Gathering & AGM](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/the-gathering-agm/) - We are kindly inviting you to join us at the the inaugural meeting, The Gathering at Angus Carers Centre on Thursday, 17 November 2022. The Gathering is an opportunity to showcase the work of our dedicated and passionate teams, share our learnings and reflections, and give you a glimpse of what's ahead of us, including some of the new and exciting opportunities for unpaid carers from across Angus.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/) - What we do Support & Wellbeing Benefits & Rights Young Carers Adult Carers Get in Touch Volunteering Calendar Latest news and events Carer Influencer Response to Right to a Break Consultation Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland: Carers Focus Groups Whole Family Approach Conversation Café. Dementia Clinics Support for households using heating oil and LPG Carers
- [Young Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/young-adult-carers/) - Young Adult Carers Are you a Carer in the 18-25 year age range? We have an exciting project to share with you. What is the project? Here at Angus Carers Centre, historically you were either a Young Carer or an Adult Carer. A young carer is someone aged 18 or under who helps to look
- [Our Team](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/who-we-are/our-team/) - Who we are We are here because we believe in our cause, our vision, our calling. Young Carers Team Leanne Mowbray Carer Development Worker (Families Programme) Email: leanne@anguscarers.org.uk Morag MackenzieYoung Carer Education Development Worker - High Schools & Further Education Email: morag.mackenzie@anguscarers.org.uk Stephanie Simpson-ForbesYoung Carers Services Manager Email: stephanie.simpson-forbes@anguscarers.org.uk DebbieEducation Development Worker - Primary Schools
- [Carer Influencer](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/carer-influencer/) - Carers Influence Project Turn Your Experience Into Change Are you an unpaid carer in Angus?Your experience isn’t just valuable it’s GOLD.And it has the power to transform services, shape decisions, and improve support for thousands of carers.Join the Carers Influence Project andSpeak up about what really matters to carersInfluence policies and services across AngusShare your
- [Complaints Procedure](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/home/complaints-procedure/) - Complaints Policy 1. Introduction We aim to ensure that everybody within Angus Carers Centre understands what it expected of them and has the knowledge, displays the behaviours and demonstrates the values to carry out their roles to the best of their ability and potential, keeping the people we support safe at all times.Angus Carers Centre’s
- [Respitality: short breaks](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/respitality/) - Respitality: Free short breaks Respitality: short breaks There’s loads of kindness and generosity from many sectors across Scotland. That’s why Respitality in Scotland in partnership with the hospitality industry have joined forces and are offering a number of free activities and short breaks all over Scotland to unpaid carers.In order to qualify for them, you
- [Our Calendar](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/whats-on/our-events-eventbrite/) - Our Calendar Our Previous Calendars
- [Request for support](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/home/request-for-support/) - Tell us what you need If you’re looking after a family member, friend or neighbour who needs help, you’re likely to be an unpaid carer. We exist because of and for unpaid carers, so if you need anything from us, please complete this form, and we will be in touch with you as soon as
- [Resources](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/resources/) - Help & Advice Resources Resources Angus Services Signposting Document a signpost for a collection of services in Angus for counselling and other support. Angus HSCP Angus Carers Information Pack Scottish Goverment Helping Hand Carer's leaflet Royal National Institute for the Blind Royal National Institute for the Deaf The Multiple Sclerosis Society in Scotland Mencap Support
- [Funders & Supporters](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/get-involved/funders-supporters/) - Get Involved Funders & Supporters Alongside our supporters, we thank every individual and business who offers support in kind, or who we receive donations from in addition to those below. Your help ensures we can continue to provide the best services and support to unpaid carers in Angus. These are just a few fantastic partners
- [Disability and Illness](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/disability-and-illness/) - Help & Advice Disability & Illness Disability Information Shine Association for Spina bifida and hydrocephalus, information, and support for families National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service Information and advice about ADHD Bipolar Scotland Information and advice for people effected by bipolar Child and Adolescent Mental Health Children and adolescent mental health, information and
- [Member Registration](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/home/member-registration/) - Member Registration If you would like to contribute to the development of Angus Carers Centre and help shape carer support services in Angus you can join us as a Member.You will get regular updates on what we have been doing, an invitation to a Members Meeting twice a year, and an invitation to our AGM’s.To
- [Time to Live Grants](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/time-to-live-grants/) - Time to Live Fund This is a lifeline for carers and can improve your own health to continue to care for others.​​ Patricia Griffin* Carer from Angus Are you an unpaid carer who could do with a break? Our Time to Live Fund allows carers to take a well-deserved break. Through small grants, you can
- [Local Offers To You](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/projects/) - For Carers Local Offers To You Here are some of the projects we focus on at angus carers centre, from aiding working carers to Alcohol and Substance Use support. Locality ProjectRights and Engagement Officers are linked to GP practices throughout Angus to help support carers in their own localities. This is done through 1:1 support,
- [Donating](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/get-involved/donating/) - Donate Help support the unsung hero who selflessly look after those who need help, expecting nothing in return We exist for, and put first, unpaid carers. We believe our journey begins with meaningful and authentic relationships.Over 13,000 people live in Angus without realising they are unpaid carers. Help us make a difference by making a
- [Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/young-carers/) - What We Offer One-to-one Support One-to-one support with an experienced member of our team allows the young carer to share any concerns they may be having in confidence, and receive guidance and support to assist them in coping with their caring role. Young Carer Groups We currently run 4 groups on a weekly basis. These
- [Latest Newsletter](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/whats-on/latest-newsletter/) - What’s On Latest Newsletter see below for the latest Angus Carers newsletter showcasing a few of the activities that have happened over the last couple of months. Angus Carers Newsletter January 2026 Our Previous Newsletters Angus Carers Newsletter August - September 2025 Angus Carers Newsletter May-June 2025 Angus Carers Centre Save The Date Newsletter June
- [Work with us](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/get-involved/work-with-us/) - Work with us Please see details of our current vacancies. for questions about any vacancy please email: enquiries@anguscarers.org.uk Our Funders & Partners
- [Volunteering](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/) - Volunteering Volunteering with Angus Carers Angus Carers Centre would be very limited if we did not have the support and commitment of volunteers. Over 20 people give their time in a variety of ways. There are lots of reasons to volunteer, to gain new skills or add to existing ones, to give something back or
- [Other carers' organisations](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/other-carers-organisations/) - Carers Organisations Coalition of Carers in Scotland The website of the Coalition of Carers in Scotland Carers Trust The national website for Carers Trust Carers Scotland The website of Carers UK in Scotland Sharedcare Scotland Shared Care Scotland promotes the development of short break (respite) services in Scotland
- [What we do](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/who-we-are/what-we-do/) - What we do We are aware of the mental and physical difficulties that come with being a carer I can’t sleep,I don’t feel I can cope anymore,I’m being bullied,I’m grieving,I’m being controlled by the person I care for. I feel angry,I feel depressed,I feel lonely,I feel different to other people,The person I’m caring for is
- [Young Carers' Newsletter](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/young-carers-newsletter/) - Young Carers' Newsletter Young Carers' Newsletter Listed below are current and previous editions of the Young Carers’ Newsletter – just click on a link to open a newsletter (in PDF format or Microsoft Sway).2025October – July 2025 2024Spring 20242022Summer 2022Spring 20222021December 2021August 2021May 2021Spring 20212020AutumnSpring2019WinterAutumnSummerSpring
- [Useful information](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/useful-formation/) - Useful information Autism & Neurodiversity National Autistic Society Provides information and support for families and people with autism.Website: https://www.autism.org.uk/ The Richmond Fellowship Scotland Positive Pathways: supporting adults with autism and their carersWebsite: https://www.trfs.org.uk/ Autism & Neurodiversity North Scotland Creates opportunities for autistic and neurodivergent people, and their networks, to realise their full potential and transform
- [Governance](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/who-we-are/governance/) - Governance Governance The Board of Directors of Angus Carers Association have overall responsibility for the governance of Angus Carers Centre as defined in Angus Carer Association “Articles of Association” and “Code of Governance”.The Board has legal responsibility to act within the terms of various aspects of Charity Law and Company Law. It must also ensure
- [Get in Touch](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/home/get-in-touch/) - Get in Touch For any enquiries or questions about Angus Carers, please contact us via email at enquiries@anguscarers.org.uk or call us on 01241 439157. For our complaints procedure please see here
- [Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/) - For Carers Adult Carers You may not think of yourself as a “carer” because you are simply looking after a member of your family, perhaps an elderly parent, a partner or a child with disabilities, but if you do, then you are a “carer”. Do You look After Someone? An unpaid carer looks after someone
- [News](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/whats-on/news/) - News Latest News Carer Influencer Response to Right to a Break Consultation 09/07/2026 Read More » Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland: Carers Focus Groups 22/06/2026 Read More » Whole Family Approach Conversation Café. 22/06/2026 Read More » Dementia Clinics 02/06/2026 Read More » Support for households using heating oil and LPG 14/05/2026 Read More »
- [Learning Opportunities](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/learning-opportunities/) - Learning Opportunities For Carers Learning Opportunities for Carers Often a carer finds themselves in a caring situation for which they have not been prepared or feel that they lack the skills needed. We can organise or access specific support for a carer in this situation. Training is given in response to the needs of carers.
- [Benefits & Rights](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/benefits-and-rights/) - For Carers Benefits & Rights Benefits advice is part of the information and advice that a Carer Support Worker can give. You can find further advice and guidance from the following organisations and services. Understanding Your Rights What benefits am I entitled to as a carer?Benefits advice is part of the information and advice that
- [Keep The Promise, Education Development Worker’s (Primary School)](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/keep-the-promise-education-development-workers-primary-school/) - Based throughout all 51 Angus Primary Schools (P1-P7) – The Promise Education Development Workers aim to provide information and support to young people and teachers in relation to early identification of being a young carer. It was recognised that there are many young carers of primary school age who are not aware that the additional
- [High School Education Development Worker](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/high-school-education-development-worker/) - Our dedicated High School Education Development worker is based within all eight high schools across Angus, throughout the month. The Education Development Worker supports young carers through one-to-one sessions based in schools, presenting to large school groups, providing knowledge and insight into young carers. This ensures all young carers are given the support they need
- [About Us](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/who-we-are/about-us/) - About Us Vision Our vision is that all carers in Angus will receive appropriate information and support to enable them to feel valued and confident in their caring situation and to develop their own potential. Mission Our mission at Angus Carers Center is to improve the quality of life for all carers in Angus. Our
- [Sleep - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/sleep-yc/) - Young Carers I can't sleep! The average human spends 25 years of their lives sleeping. However, sleep isn’t a waste of time. We all need to sleep. If we don’t get enough sleep, we not only become tired and less alert, but we put ourselves at greater risk of illness.Sleep is necessary for our physical
- [Loneliness - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/loneliness-yc/) - young Carers I Feel Lonely We can all feel lonely sometimes for many different reasons, including at times of difficult change in our lives, such as moving to a new city, because of relationships or friendships ending, or because of a bereavement. Sometimes, we can feel lonely even if we are around lots of people
- [Grief - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/grief-yc/) - Young Carers Someone I was close to has died It can be extremely difficult when someone important to you dies. Whether you’ve lost a family member, a friend, a pet, or any other significant person in your life, you may feel a whole range of emotions. This is called grief. What is Grief? The charity,
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/faqs/) - Young Carers Frequently Asked Questions Q: Who can make a referral to the Young Carers Service?A: We have an open system for referrals and will therefore accept referrals from all sources including family members, doctors, social workers, schools. We also accept self referrals.Q: Can young carers contact the Young Carers Service directly?A: Yes, we really
- [Feeling Different - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/feelingdifferent-yc/) - Young Carers I feel different to other people Sometimes, it can feel like no one understands what we are going through or what we are feeling. You might feel like people just don’t get you. Or you might look at other people’s lives and feel like yours is very different. Young carers can often feel
- [Depression - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/depression-yc/) - Young Carers I Feel Depressed Everyone feels low or down sometimes, but if your negative emotions last a long time or feel very severe, you may have depression.Depression is a mental health condition that makes you feel very down all the time.Depression can happen as a reaction to something like abuse, bullying or family problems, but it can
- [Coping - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/coping-yc/) - Young Carers I don’t feel I can cope anymore! Stress is a feeling we get when we are under pressure.Everyone – young and old –feels stressed at times in our lives. Sometimes stress can be helpful, as it can motivate us to get things done, do our best, or make changes where changes are needed.
- [Bullying - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/bullying-yc/) - Young Carers I’m being bullied Surprisingly, some young carers are bullied because of the condition or illness of the person they care for – and not because of anything about themselves. Others may be bullied because they struggle to connect with other young people their age – or they might seem more mature than other
- [Anger - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/anger-yc/) - Young Carers I feel angry! Anger is a normal, healthy emotion, which we all feel sometimes. If you’re caring for someone, you might feel angry because you don’t have the time to do things you enjoy or spend time with friends. Or maybe it feels like you have too much responsibility, or your life has
- [Abuse or Neglect - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/abuseorneglect-yc/) - Young Carers I am being Abused or Neglected Abuse of any kind can have a big impact on you – not just now, but also for a long time into the future. Being abused, or seeing someone else being abused, can cause trauma and stop you from living the life you want to live and
- [Where to Find Help](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/where-to-find-help/) - Help & Advice Resources Resources Royal National Institute for the Blind Royal National Institute for the Deaf The Multiple Sclerosis Society in Scotland Mencap Support and services for people living with learning difficulties in the UK British Heart Foundation Information and advice about heart disease Huntington's Disease Association Support for people and families affected by
- [Local Supports](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/local-supports/) - Help & Advice Local Supports Disability Information Angus Council For information on local government services i the angus area NHS Tayside Website for the NHS in Tayside Telecare in Angus Organised by NHS Tayside and Angus Council, the Telecare Service aims to enable people to return home from hospital earlier, and then keep them safe
- [Autism and Neurodiversity](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/autism-and-neurodiversity/) - Help & Advice Autism & Neurodiversity Where to Find Help National Autistic Society Provides information and support for families and people with autism. The Richmond Fellowship Positive Pathways: supporting adults with autism and their carers Autism at Airports Handy and practical tips for parents who have children with Autism, regarding travelling via airports Donald Grey
- [Alcohol](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/help-advice/alcohol/) - Help & Advice Alcohol Where to Find Help Alcohol Focus Scotland National Alcohol charity, information, and advice Alcohol Concern Advice for those effected by alcohol My Family and Alcohol My Family and alcohol is for parents, wives, husbands, partners, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins; basically any family member who is worried about alcohol in their lives.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/home/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Who we are We are a charity called Angus Carers Association, known as Angus Carers Centre. We are registered with OSCR, the Scottish Charity Regulator, number SC0 26052, and are also a Scottish Company Limited by Guarantee, number SC212062.We have made a commitment to protecting your personal information with respect and to protecting
- [Support & Wellbeing](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/support-and-wellbeing/) - Wellbeing information for carers Adult Carers Young Carers Information for Adult Carers We are aware of the mental and physical difficulties that come with being a carer so, we've compiled information on common wellbeing issues carers can face. Select a topic below to view our wellbeing information and the support that we can offer to
- [Sleep - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/sleep-ac/) - Adult Carers I can't sleep! Insomnia is a difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep for long enough to feel refreshed the next morning. Insomnia is a very common problem. It affects around one in every three people in the UK, and it is especially common among older people. What is insomnia? Insomnia can take
- [Loneliness - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/loneliness-ac/) - Adult Carers I Feel Lonely Loneliness is not about how many friends we have. Nor is it about how much time we spend by ourselves. Loneliness is not something that happens to people when they reach a certain age. Both older and younger people can feel lonely.Loneliness is the feeling we experience when there is
- [Grief - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/grief-ac/) - Adult Carers I am grieving Losing someone close to you is a highly distressing experience, associated with a range of powerful emotions. Grief is a very complex and intensely personal set of feelings. It is not just one feeling – it’s often many emotions that follow on from one another but not in any order. Signs
- [Dying - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/dying-ac/) - Adult Carers The person I’m caring for is dying Caring for a loved one with dementia or a family member who has a diagnosis of a terminal illness is emotionally tough. Sometimes, it can feel like you’ve started grieving even before the person you’re caring for has died. This is called ‘anticipatory grief’ and it’s
- [Depression - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/depression-ac/) - Adult Carers I Feel Depressed Everyone has spells of feeling down, but depression is more than just spending a few days feeling sad or unhappy. Depression is when you feel persistently sad and down for weeks or months at a time.Depression is a complex condition, and its cause is also complex. For some people, difficult
- [Coping - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/coping-ac/) - Adult Carers I don’t feel I can cope anymore! We all experience stress at some point in our lives, but when you have caring commitments, stress can gradually build up and start to feel overwhelming.Stress is caused by the many demands made on our time and energy. It can be made worse by the expectations
- [Anxiety - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/anxiety-ac/) - Adult Carers I feel anxious! Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life. For example, you may feel worried and anxious about sitting an exam or having a medical test or job interview. During times like these, feeling anxious is perfectly normal. Anxiety can spur us on, help us stay alert, make
- [Anger - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/anger-ac/) - Adult Carers I feel angry! It’s normal to feel angry sometimes. If you’re caring for someone, you might feel angry because you don’t have the time to do things you enjoy. You may feel your life has been put on hold. Sometimes you may feel resentful that other people cannot or will not give you
- [Abuse or Control - Adult Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/for-carers/adult-carers/abuseorcontrol-ac/) - Adult Carers I am being abused and / or controlled by the person I care for Abuse can happen anywhere, to anybody and by anyone. But it is more likely to happen where it can be kept hidden – against someone who is vulnerable, dependent, or isolated –and by someone who is in a close
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- [Anxiety - Young Carers](https://www.anguscarers.org.uk/young-carers/anxiety-yc/) - Young Carers I feel anxious! Anxiety is the feeling you get when you’re worried or scared about something. When we are in stressful situations, anxiety sets off our brain’s alarm system, which tells us something isn’t right and that we need to deal with it. Our brain wants the difficult situation to go away, so
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