NEW Winter Wellbeing Fund
NEW Winter Wellbeing Fund launched to support Shetland carers as Scottish Government releases £4million funding package to help provide support to unpaid carers
This funding has been made available in recognition of the enormous role unpaid carers play in looking after loved ones, and the added pressure many have faced during the pandemic.
£3 million of these funds have been administered by Shared Care Scotland, to organisations who are already working with different groups of carers, to expand their vital support for adult and young carers.
Shetland Carers will allocate their £15,619 share of this fund though their new Winter Wellbeing Fund 2021/22. There are four different ways that carers can access support from this fund, ranging from individual grants to breaks through other service providers. Care can apply for support from one area of the fund : -
- Apply for a Short Break grant of up to £150 to allow you to take a break of your choice from your caring role
- Apply for a Shetland Recreational Trust (SRT) More 4 Life subscription through Shetland Carers
- Apply for overnight respite support which will be provided in partnership with Shetland Care Attendant Scheme
- Apply for a Recovery Grant of up to £150 for financial support to meet the cost of food and household bills, utility costs, travel and fuel costs.
TO APPLY FOR THIS FUND PLEASE CLICK here
