The Office will be close over Easter. We will be closed on Friday the 30th and will re-open on the 5th of April. Apologies for any inconvenience.

The Co op are looking for local causes, if you would like to apply follow the link below. https://causes.coop.co.uk/?utm_source=vanity&utm_source=Membership+Mailing+List&utm_medium=referral&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=LocalCommunityFund&utm_campaign=R5123+-+R4+LCF+Recruitment&utm_content=Findoutmoreandapply_CTA1

We have information form Ayrshire Independent Living Network on self directed support. If you would like more information get in touch on 01770 600611 or call into the office Monday-Friday 9am-3pm

Do You Know who to turn to? The website http://knowwhototurnto.org/ was developed to help you access the right medical assistance when you're ill, injured or have a long term condition. Going directly to the person with the appropriate skills is important and makes sure all NHS services are run efficiently and effectively . NHS North Ayrshire would very much appreciate any support you can provide with the survey to help inform future decision on availability and the use of the website. The survey can be accessed at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/kwttthealth and will only take a few minutes to complete.

We have been asked to share this by Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland. This survey is aimed at people living with neurological conditions across Scotland. https://link.webropolsurveys.com/Participation/Public/0367b98c-80ed-4b95-afa7-9986c78bbf1d?displayId=Uni1393759 https://www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/opinion/time-neurological-conditions-take-limelight/

Arran Community and Voluntary Service are creating a forum for local charities, volunteer involving organisations and social enterprise. All welcome. Through this forum we would like to assist Arran groups with any development needs, for example, access to training, governance support and funding information. Foremost it would provide informal networking opportunities, a chance to meet, share and discuss experiences and good practice. Thank you to all who participated in our survey monkey, your views are very much appreciated. Please now SAVE THE DATE, 18th April 2018 to join Arran Community Network. Further information will follow soon.

Funding Opportunity!! The 2018 round of applications to the Scotch Whisky Action Fund is now open. The Fund is looking to support and develop a range of projects/initiatives which will deliver targeted interventions designed to tackle alcohol-related harms across three themes: -Young people (aged under 18) -Families -Communities Awards of up to £25,000 for a one year period can be made through this Fund. There are two categories of award as follows: Seedcorn funding - Awards made under this category could fund new initiatives and test out innovative approaches designed to reduce alcohol-related harm. Awards could also be used to fund existing smaller scale projects that are seeking to expand or develop their services. You must tell us how you plan to evaluate your project if seeking an award under this category. Please note that whilst you can apply for up to £25,000 under this strand, an award of this level would only be granted in exceptional circumstances. In practice, we would expect to make awards in the region of £10,000 for new or innovative projects. Growth and Development- Awards made under this category could fund projects that are seeking to consolidate and build on emerging, successful practice in relation to the reduction of alcohol-related harm. You must be able to provide evidence of any evaluation of your work to date. We will look for evidence that the project is needed and that the approach taken has proven to be effective. For 2018, the closing date for the receipt of applications will be 29 June 2018 with applications being considered by the Awards Panel in September 2018. All potential applicants to the Fund should ensure that they read the Fund profile prior to making an application to the Fund as this contains further details on the types of organisations, activities and costs that could be supported through the programme. Applicants should also ensure that they submit the appropriate supporting documentation with their application as not doing so could lead to delays in the processing of your application. For further details about the Fund, including the fund profile and guidance notes, and to access the online application form please see our website at https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/programmes/scotch-whisky-action-fund/. Alternatively you can access the online form directly via the following link https://ukcf.secure.force.com/forms/FS/scotch-whisky-action-fund

Don't forget, this Saturday (3rd march) the Arran Locality Planning Partnership will be holding a conversation about local priorities. Come along, hear what we have been doing and share your ideas!

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Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs have a home based volunteer opportunity for helpline operators More information can be found here http://www.sfad.org.uk/volunteer-zone/join-our-volunteering-team