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.
East Renfrewshire, Scotland
Joined September 2014
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Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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: eventbrite.co.uk/e/community…
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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: ilf.scot/news-post/social-ca…
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Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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.
surveymonkey.co.uk/r/CarersR…
ALT Poster which reads: Are you a carer in Scotland. Share your views in our short survey about carers rights.
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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 – shortbreaksconference.eventb…
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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:
youroptionsunderstood@gmail.com or
telephone 07938998091
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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: communitybrokerage.scot/the-…
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
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
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
not to late to sign up for this event #CerebralPalsyAwarenessMonth #TeamCPScot
@upmovement_cp @ScotLDO @CpScotland
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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
Feeling despondent and angry today. Chatted with @PAMIS_Scotland in South Lanark. She was busy clearing out her office cos @SouthLanCouncil have pulled their funding. Once again, those with profound disabilities and their carers are hung out to dry with no support.
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. scottishneurological.org.uk/…
Self-Directed Support Forum East Renfrewshire retweeted
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: Craig.Menzies@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk
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: veronica@sdsforumer.org
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 admin@sdsforumer.org or call 0141 638 2525
HSCP budget engagement information and questionnaire. Click the link below to find out more and give your feedback. forms.office.com/Pages/Respo…
We are now on Instagram! Come and follow us to see what we have been getting up to in East Renfrewshire instagram.com/stories/sdsfor…