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The Walled Garden & WisecraftOffering support and opportunities to people experiencing difficulties with their mental health and wellbeing.
Third Sector InterfaceTSI Perth & Kinross works independently to support organisations and advocate for the voluntary sector in strategic partnerships.
ShopmobilityPKAVS Shopmobility lends wheelchairs and scooters to people with mobility problems.
Gateway Room HireLocated in Perth city centre, The Gateway offers a range of meeting and conference facilities.
The Big HooseThe Big Hoose project supports children and families in Perth & Kinross living in poverty with access to free everyday household items such as toilet rolls, toiletries, cleaning products, bedding and more.
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Carers aged 65+ Survey! What support do you need in your caring role?
August 29th 2022, By Graham IllsleyCalling on all unpaid carers aged 65+ in Scotland to take a survey on what support you need in your caring role! Carers Trust Scotland has launched a survey on unpaid carers aged 65 and above across Scotland to find out what the main challenges you face are and what support unpaid carers need from governments. The findings from the survey will help inform Carers Trust Scotland’s influencing work to…
Our Decision to Cancel our Charity Ball & The Concerning Times Ahead for People Across Perthshire
August 15th 2022, By Graham IllsleyOne year ago, we started to plan our Golden Anniversary Charity Ball, celebrating 50 years of supporting so many across Perth & Kinross. Today, working alongside others, we now help over 6,000 people live-life-better every year. Sadly, we have come to the difficult decision to cancel our Charity Ball. Supporters across Perth & Kinross have told us that they cannot afford to buy tickets, are concerned about what the coming months will bring, and are reluctant to spend money when the future is so uncertain.
PKAVS Community Leadership Programme
August 8th 2022, By Graham IllsleyAnd stand up you did, right across Perth and Kinross. A new wave of community leadership was borne from the Covid 19 pandemic. It has taken many guises. At PKAVS, we have been working hard with experienced trainers and educators, with backing from the Gannochy Trust, to bring an accessible, participative and FREE, values-based leadership programme to the third sector in Perth and Kinross. Together, we hope to empower future…
PKAVS Loneliness Consultation
June 24th 2022, By Graham IllsleyLoneliness and social isolation are associated with a reduced lifespan equal to someone smoking 15 cigarettes per day - and greater than someone with obesity. Loneliness is also linked to an increased risk of heart disease, dementia, anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicide.
Versatile Venue Hire!
June 9th 2022, By Graham IllsleyLocated in Perth City Centre, The Gateway can offer you multiple meeting room options, from large conference suites to smaller facilities, our venues will let you impress at your next pitch, interview, workshop, or event!
Take A Break - Family Fund
June 1st 2022, By Graham IllsleyWe welcome news of funding from the Scottish Government to support Take a Break Scotland, a short breaks grant programme to support carers taking a break.Take a Break Scotland is administered by Family Fund, providing grants to unpaid carers of disabled children and young people, aged 0 – 20 years old, with complex additional support needs, or serious or life-threatening health conditions.You can apply online now by visiting the Take…
Carers Week 2022
May 12th 2022, By Graham IllsleyCarers Week 6 – 12 June: Make Caring Visible, Valued & Supported Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. It also helps people who don’t think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. The COVID-19 pandemic had a monumental impact…
Scotland's Census 2022
April 6th 2022, By Lauren BurnsPeople who have not yet filled in their census are being reminded it is their legal responsibility to do so and are encouraged to get help if they need it.
Carers Wellbeing Campaign
March 15th 2022, By Graham IllsleyThe Scottish Government has launched its new Carers’ Wellbeing campaign with the help of Still Game star Jane McCarry.
PKAVS 50th Anniversary
March 14th 2022, By Graham IllsleyThis year, we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, half a century supporting thousands of local people and their communities, at the times when they need it most.
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