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Support Choices

@SupportChoices

We give free independent information and advice about Self-directed Support in Perth and Kinross.

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Joined January 2020
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Thinking about employing a Personal Assistant? Check out these 7 steps to becoming a PA Employer in the PA Employer Handbook: bit.ly/3TGQhgZ
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PKC Tenants@PKCTenants6 Nov 2022
Make your voice heard on the rent you will pay for 2023/24! Our annual consultation on rent levels is underway. A voting form has been sent to every tenant. If you prefer, you can complete the survey online: bit.ly/3SP5tbb More details here: pkc.gov.uk/rent23/24
Have your say on the rent you pay

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Do you know about Young Carer Grant? If you are a young carer aged between 16-18 you can apply here: mygov.scot/benefits/young-ca… Or call the free helpline at 0800 182 2222. A paper application can also be requested via the helpline or downloaded direct from the website.
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🥳CARERS CELEBRATION DAY🥳 See details below!
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There are a wide range of workshops, discussions & information sessions on topics inc dementia, rights, living with COVID, benefits, employment, health, breaks & much more for #CarersParliament this November. Find out what’s going on and register: carersuk.org/scotland/policy…
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Delivered via Zoom and can be arranged to suit availability, runs for 2 hours and is normally delivered on a Weds, Thurs or Fri. On completion of the course each participant will receive a copy of An Inclusive Communication Guide. Contact [email protected]
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📣 Are you an unpaid carer aged 16 or over? Don’t let your protection fade. You can book an appointment for your flu and COVID-19 vaccines at 👉 nhsinform.scot/wintervaccine…
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📣 Are you an #UnpaidCarer aged 65+ in Scotland? We want to hear from you! Fill out our survey today & help make a difference. The more voices, the more change we can make. Complete & be in with a chance to enter a prize draw for 2 x £25 voucher👉 carerstrust.surveymonkey.com…
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There are many ways to reach us - email , phone or the Get Help form on our website. We're Scotland's housing advice charity helping #DisabledPeople #OlderPeople and #Veterans to find their right home in the right place. We've been around for 25 years, and we're still here.
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SAMH@SAMHtweets24 Oct 2022
Anxiety can be overwhelming, but there’s lots of ways you can support yourself during tough moments. One great way is listening to your favourite music! 🎵 Do you have a favourite artist that helps ease your anxiety?
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📣ICYMI📣 Our Autumn Wellbeing Walk is being held on Tuesday 1st November, 1pm and led by Tammy from @Vitality_me This is a great opportunity to clear your head, get refreshed for the afternoon, and take some well deserved me time! To sign up, click here: eventbrite.com/e/autumn-well…
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Can you help us to spread the word? New arrivals to P&K fleeing conflict and crisis elsewhere in the world need your help.
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New Arrivals to P&K need your help! We're expecting some folk in the next few weeks who will need to be kitted out for the chilly Scottish winter. Can you help us provide a warm welcome? We're hosting a collection this week at The Gateway - new and pre-loved items are welcome.
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Aye Mind@ayemind9924 Oct 2022
It's Monday morning and many of us might be feeling our batteries are running low 🪫 We love this infographic from @COPEScotland, reminding us to check our personal batteries. Being mindful of how your energy is spent and how you can replenish it is key to your wellbeing 🔋
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Please find link to new website for help during the cost of living crisis: Cost of living crisis - Cost of Living Support Scotland (campaign.gov.scot)
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Are you a young Personal Assistant (Aged 18 - 26) and willing to share your experience to highlight your role and encourage others to become PA's? SDS Scotland are doing some work to promote the role of PAs. Please contact us for more info.
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Replying to @PANScotland
@PANScotland PA ID badges across Forth Valley are already proving their worth to PAs and employers as they can be used as proof of ID to get reduced or free entry to some leisure centres, cinemas and buses when accompanying their employer. See attached leaflet for further info👇
PA Network Scotland, PA ID badges across Forth Valley are already proving their worth to PAs and employers as they can be used as proof of ID to get reduced or free entry to some leisure centres, cinemas and buses when accompanying their employer.

ALT PA Network Scotland, PA ID badges across Forth Valley are already proving their worth to PAs and employers as they can be used as proof of ID to get reduced or free entry to some leisure centres, cinemas and buses when accompanying their employer.

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Our AGM kicked of at 10am with the formal meeting including the voting of new Board Members. We’ll formally welcome our new Board in the coming days 👋
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We got @SupportChoices started in 2019 after working with groups in Highland Perthshire. There was a gap around #SDS & #SocialCare advice and info - now there's a sustainable local solution! We're delighted to announce @SupportChoices incorporation as an independent charity 🥳🎂
Congratulations Support Choices! On becoming an independent local advice charity

ALT Congratulations Support Choices! On becoming an independent local advice charity

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Huge thank you to everyone who took part in the #PowerInOurCommunities events today! It's been brilliant hearing from different people and perspectives - we'll be sharing more insights in the coming weeks. #CommunityLedSupport #Trust #CollaborativePartnerships #Listening
We can create opportunities for decision-makers to get out of the office, see the services they choose, and listen to peoples' experiences in communities. Quote from a participant at the Power in our Communities event.

ALT We can create opportunities for decision-makers to get out of the office, see the services they choose, and listen to peoples' experiences in communities. Quote from a participant at the Power in our Communities event.

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Personal Assistants (PAs) can be entitled to up to £500 from Scot Gov as a thank you for their tremendous work during the pandemic. Details of the process for eligible PAs to receive their payments are still being finalised and we will share the necessary details in due course.
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