Housing Options Scotland will be holding events to give housing information, advice and support to disabled people, older people, disabled veterans and those who support them. These events will include talks on ownership, private renting and social renting. They will also include short talks from invited local and national organisations who work with disabled people and information stalls from carers organisations, disability organisations, advocacy organisations and many more. We are holding one of these events at the Caol Community Centre, Glenkingie Street, Caol, Fort William, PH337DS on the 3rd August between 10am and 3pm. So people can come along, listen to the talks that will be repeated throughout the day, have a cup of tea and speak to the organisations gathered to get advice and information.

Have you been on a Connecting Carers event lately? Here's what one carers had to say about his experience at a recent event... "These breaks give just the boost needed not just to keep going, but add some joy". You can find out about forthcoming events for unpaid carers here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/connecting-carers-13577057753

Please read, share and then share some more. This is a 'wake-up call', with the provision of respite care now a major concern for unpaid carers. "The vast majority of carers (86%) said they "struggle" to take time away from caring duties, with the care needed not being on offer the largest reason behind the difficulty (29%)" Unpaid carers need all the support we can give them so if you are, or know someone who is caring, please get in touch for advice, support and information that may help you in your caring role. www.connectingcarers.org.uk or 01463 723575

Well Done Castle of Mey - and thank you again for all your support!

Don't forget - Aviemore & Strathspey Carers Group meet this Wednesday at the British Legion, Burnside Road, Aviemore from 10.00 am - 12.00. All unpaid carers welcome.

Would you like to join our team? We are currently recruiting for the following roles; Finance Officer - part time, permanent position Advocacy Manager - full time, permanent position Advocacy Caseworkers - full time, 6 month fixed term contracts Please visit our website for job descriptions and how to apply! http://connectingcarers.org.uk/get-involved/job-vacancies-join-our-team.aspx

Before the holidays start... worth thinking about.

The Carer Centre in Dingwall will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday 27 June 2017). If you have an urgent enquiry please telephone 01463 723560 where a member of the team will be available to help.

We are recruiting for an experienced Highland Carers Advocacy Caseworker to join our team on a part-time, 6 months fixed term contract. The purpose of this role is to provide independent advocacy in accordance with the code of practice set out by the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance (SIAA). The successful candiate will also to promote and inform others of the concept, values and practice of independent advocacy within Highland and promote the Highland Carers Advocacy service to individuals and organisations. Hours: 21 hours per week, over three days Place of work: Covering Highland and office base in Dingwall Reports to: Highland Carers Advocacy Manager Salary: £12,747.87 pro rata To apply for this role please visit our website: http://connectingcarers.org.uk/news-events/june-2017-(1)/employment-opportunity-(1).aspx

We are looking for Finance Officer to join our team, the successful candidate will provide financial services for the contracts operated by Connecting Carers and in addition manage the organisation’s administrative services. Location: Glen Orrin House, Dingwall Hours: 21 per week Salary: £26,303.35 pro rata per annum The Carers Centre Service is currently contracted to provide support, advice and training to carers across the Highlands until March 2018. The Highland Carers Advocacy Service contract providing advocacy advice, is also contracted to March 2018. The post holder will undertake the day to day management of the finances and financial systems within Connecting Carers and related additional projects and in addition manage the administrative staff. To apply for this role, please visit our website: http://connectingcarers.org.uk/news-events/june-2017-(1)/employment-opportunity.aspx

We have a total and what a total: 2591 miles walked in one week to raise awareness of unpaid carers in Highland. Wed hoped to achieve 500 miles and are all delighted that hundreds of you got involved in WALK500, giving up your time and steps for such a great cause. We cannot thank you enough! (and are already thinking of ways to top this in 2018!)