VOCAL Edinburgh

@VOCALEdinburgh

VOCAL (Voice of Carers Across Lothian) is a charity supporting and empowering unpaid carers. For our Midlothian services see @VOCALMidlothian

Edinburgh

vocal.org.uk

Joined July 2010

VOCAL Edinburgh
@VOCALEdinburgh
Jul 10
Last month, our Cost of Caring event and report called for support to improve carers' financial wellbeing. Tabled by @VicNicSNP and getting cross-party support, a motion recently passed by @Edinburgh_CC to make caring a choice, not a financial burden: edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/we…
VOCAL Edinburgh
@VOCALEdinburgh
Jun 13
Zara's story will be familiar to many carers - long waiting lists and lack of support lead to financial insecurity and a huge emotional toll. Our new report highlights the need for more financial support for carers - please read and share here: ow.ly/a5kR50Z9hnu
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VOCAL Edinburgh
@VOCALEdinburgh
Jun 11
Caring can often lead to an increase in household bills. If you’re struggling to manage your energy bills like Patrick, then VOCAL can offer advice and support. Visit our website to find out more and get in touch: ow.ly/cYEI50Z7yYj
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VOCAL Edinburgh
@VOCALEdinburgh
Jun 10
VOCAL's new report highlights the financial difficulties that unpaid carers are facing. Listen to Fiona talk about caring for her father and brother, and the impact this had on her work and finances. Read the full report here: ow.ly/wXPF50Z9g9E
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VOCAL Edinburgh
@VOCALEdinburgh
Jun 9
This Carers Week, VOCAL is highlighting the growing cost of unpaid caring across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Our new report shows carers are facing higher household costs, reduced income and increasing financial pressure. Read and share. #CarersWeek2026 ow.ly/wXPF50Z9g9E