New Clackmannanshire Services | State of Caring 2026 Survey
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In our last bulletin, we shared that we would be starting to support carers living in Clackmannanshire. This officially begins today, Wednesday 1st July.
As part of this development, our name has changed to Stirling & Clackmannanshire Carers. You’ll start to see our new name and logo appearing over the coming months.
We are working closely with Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre during this transition period, and appreciate your patience while some of the practical details are put in place. Our priority is to ensure minimal disruption and to maintain consistent support for carers in both Stirling and Clackmannanshire.
If you have any questions about these changes, please visit our website or call us on 01786 447003. |
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| | State of Caring Survey 2026 |
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Every year, thousands of Carers and former Carers take part in the Carers UK annual State of Caring survey, helping to build the most comprehensive picture of unpaid carers' lives in Scotland and across the UK.
Carer experiences matter, and by taking part you will help ensure that carers' voices are heard by policymakers, health and care services, employers and the wider public.
The findings from this year's survey will play a vital role in shaping Carers Scotland's campaigns, research and policy work over the coming year. At a time when a new Scottish Government and Scottish Parliament have been elected and decisions are being made about the health, social care and support for carers, it has never been more important that carers have their say. |
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| | More than 150 local carers, aged from seven to over 90, took part in a range of activities during Carers Week in early June. The programme brought people together through wellbeing workshops, group activities, information sessions and days out, all designed to recognise the vital role unpaid carers play in their families and communities.
We were pleased to welcome Prof. Aisha Holloway, Chief Nursing Officer for Scotland, to our Information Day and Stirling’s Lord Provost, Rosemary Fraser, also joined our dementia-inclusive choir. Both visits offered a valuable chance for them to see our work in action and to speak directly with carers about the support they need.
Read more and see photos from the week on our website. |
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| | Join us at the University of Stirling for a four-week block of art workshops with the Art Department Collections Team. Each week will be an opportunity to try a new art medium and you’ll leave with a unique piece you have created.
Limited places available. Sessions take place every Monday in July, 5.30pm - 7pm. |
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| | Building Everyday Emotional Resilience |
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Free online learning: Big feelings, how the brain works, and relationship ideas for happier lives.
The Togetherness website provides a range of free resources and learning options to for parents, carers, grandparents, and young people to support wellbeing and build resilience.
Learn from NHS clinical psychologists, practitioners, and other parents. The pathways will help you and your family understand and manage emotions in everyday life. |
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| | Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland: Carers Focus Groups |
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Caring for someone following a stroke or heart attack, or who is living with a respiratory condition, or long covid, can be challenging.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is currently undertaking a consultation with carers, in partnership with The Diffley Partnership, to better understand the support carers need.
Carers who take part will receive £40 to thank them for their time and participation. |
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| | Thursday 9th July 1pm - 3pm Tava Restaurant, Stirling |
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Join us for a chat over some delicious Turkish food. Open to male carers (18+). |
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| | Clackmannanshire Carer Support Group |
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Tuesdays (except first Tuesday of the month) 1.30 - 3.30pm Hawkhill Community Centre, Allloa |
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The Clackmannanshire Carer Support Group is open to carers living in the Clackmannanshire Council area. Come along and meet other local carers over light refreshments. |
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| | Tuesday 4th August 10am - 4.30pm Go Ape, Aberfoyle |
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Swing through the treetops on our summer trip to Go Ape. Open to parent carers and their families (12+). Transport from Stirling and packed lunch provided. |
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Stirling & Clackmannanshire Carers |
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Kintail House, Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 1QZ 01786 447003 |
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