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PKAVS Minority Communities Hub: Evolving to Better Serve Underrepresented Communities

April 26th 2023, By Graham Illsley

At PKAVS, our mission has always been to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of individuals from various communities in Perth and Kinross. As part of our commitment to this mission, we have been closely examining the impact and effectiveness of our existing services, including the Minority Communities Hub.

 

PAS - Chronic Pain Management

February 28th 2023, By April Black

2 – 4pm Online and in Person. 0800 783 6059 for more information

 

Independent Age - Help, Advice and Support

February 20th 2023, By April Black
 

Campaign: Carers Cost Of Living Fund

February 15th 2023, By Anne Wright

National Carer Organisations have today launched a grass-roots campaign asking carers to call on the Scottish Government to include a Carers Cost of Living Fund in the budget.We are asking carers to write to their MSPs using a template letter which sets out why carers have been so badly affected by the cost of living crisis and why they need financial support.You will have seen that this has already received…

 

PKAVS Are Looking for New Trustees!

February 7th 2023, By Graham Illsley

PKAVS are looking for new trustees to bring our vision of a Perth and Kinross where people flourish and communities thrive to life. If you could help us set the strategic direction, maintain a sustainable organisation, and work alongside those we support to have their voices heard, then get in touch.

 

Right Care in the Right place

January 30th 2023, By April Black

Keep well in Winter NHS initiative www.keepwellinwinter.scot.nhs.uk

 

Scottish Government Cost of Living Support

January 12th 2023, By April Black

The Scottish Government has recently set up a website which aims to pull together details of help and advice available to support people to deal with the rising cost of living:  www.mygov.scot/cost-of-living-support The site has information on help with energy costs, eligibility and how to claim Pension Credit, Winter Fuel Payment, the Warmer Homes Scotland programme, benefits and maximising your income.  Some additional detail: It is possible to be eligible…

 

New National Carers Strategy Launched

January 5th 2023, By Graham Illsley

A new National Carers Strategy to improve the lives of unpaid carers has been published. A new National Carers Strategy will drive forward long-term changes to improve the lives of unpaid carers across Scotland. It follows extensive engagement with carer organisations, carer centres, local government, and unpaid carers themselves. The strategy recognises the challenges of the cost crisis and COVID-19 recovery and supports long-term change that will allow carers to…

 

PKAVS Impact Report 2021 - 2022

November 10th 2022, By Graham Illsley

We are excited to share our Impact Report for 2021 - 2022! Learn about all the amazing support we have given to the people and communities of Perth & Kinross over the past year.

 

Social Care Inspection: Suggested Event Dates

October 26th 2022, By Graham Illsley

The Scottish Government are supporting the Independent Review of Inspection, Scrutiny and Regulation (IRISR) of social care support by launching a call for evidence and a range of in person and virtual stakeholder events.

 

PKAVS has a valued team of over 80 staff and 100 volunteers whose skills and expertise enable us to reach our objectives and have the positive impact that we do.

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PKAVS relies on over 100 dedicated volunteers who help with all aspects of our work.

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