Self Directed Support Forth Valley - ILA

16/10/2026

Join Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface for their Community Link Workers Event.
'How can we work together to improve health and wellbeing in our communities?
Join us on 5 November for the Stirling & Clacks Community Link Workers Event: Social Prescribing and Community Wellbeing!
Bringing together colleagues from the third sector, public sector and NHS, this event will explore the impact of Community Link Workers and how connecting people with local services and opportunities can improve wellbeing.
Through presentations, case studies and shared discussions, we'll explore what's working well, the barriers people face when accessing support, and how stronger partnerships can make a difference.
Thursday 5 November | 10am–1pm | The Mayfield Centre, Stirling
Whether you work in health, social care or the third sector, we'd love you to join the conversation!'
Book your place: https://www.tickettailor.com/.../466b128a244f9893399a94e.../

16/10/2026

Thanks Shared Care Scotland for Richard's story.

'Richard is a long-term unpaid carer for his partner, who has a physical disability. Alongside his caring role, he also works and over time this combination became emotionally and physically exhausting.
With encouragement and support, Richard used a Time to Live microgrant to enrol in a cookery course for a few hours each week over a 12‑week period. On the evenings of the course, another family member stayed with his partner, allowing Richard to fully engage and look forward to that dedicated time for himself.
“The course gave me time to think and lots of new ideas, as I really love cooking. It was great to meet new people and to have something positive to look forward to each week. Having time away from my normal routine made a huge difference."
Read more👇:
https://ow.ly/RtI850ZTygi

16/10/2026

Thank You to Dementia Friendly Dunblane for welcoming us on Wednesday to deliver our Know Your Options Session.

16/10/2026

We'll be at Bannockburn Enterprise Hub with today from 10am - 12noon today. Come chat to us about anything Social Care.

15/10/2026

💜 A new source of support for women and girls in Clackmannanshire.

Victim Support Scotland has launched 'Her Space Clacks', a new community support project for women and girls impacted by domestic abuse.

The project offers weekly drop-in sessions in safe, welcoming community spaces, making it easier to access support locally.

📍 Sessions run on Thursdays, 10am–2pm, rotating between:
💜 Community House Alloa
💜 Ben Cleuch Centre
💜 Mums The Word Community Hub, Sauchie
💜 The Blue Hoose, Tullibody

📅 The next drop-in is Thursday 15 October at Mums The Word Community Hub in Sauchie.

Please share to help spread the word and make more people aware of the support available locally. 💜

15/10/2026

💚 Supporting an autistic child or young person? This free resource could be worth exploring.

Scottish Autism has launched Right Click for Parents and Carers — a free online learning platform created to support parents and carers of autistic people at every stage.

📚 The courses cover a range of topics, including:
💚 Understanding autism, sensory experiences and communication
💚 Sleep and positive wellbeing
💚 Supporting transitions
💚 Education and neurodiversity, including ADHD and dyslexia

Developed in collaboration with parents, carers, autistic-led organisations and expert partners, the learning brings lived experience to the forefront, with practical strategies and opportunities to reflect on what works for your family.

🔗 Explore the platform and sign up for free:
👉 https://www.rightclickforparentsandcarers.org/

15/10/2026

💚 Looking for clear, helpful information about Self-Directed Support?

Did you know we have a range of resources on our website to help you understand Self-Directed Support (SDS) and the options available?

Whether you’re new to SDS, supporting a family member, or simply want to understand how it works, our Self-Directed Support Materials page is a great place to start. 📚

Explore our information and resources at your own pace, and share them with anyone who might find them useful.

🔗 Visit our website:
👉 https://sdsforthvalley.org/how-we-help/self-directed-support-materials/

💚 Information to help you better understand Self-Directed Support.

15/10/2026

💜 Caring for a child with a rare condition? Remember, your wellbeing matters too.

Contact - For families with disabled children is hosting a free online conference for parents and carers of children with rare conditions, as well as people involved in running rare condition support groups.

The reality of rare: caring for your child, looking after yourself will bring together professional expertise and lived experience to explore:

💜 Mental health and rare conditions
💜 Looking after your own wellbeing as a parent carer
💜 Helping shape Contact’s Rare Conditions guide and future resources for families

There will also be an opportunity for rare condition support groups to connect and discover resources to share with families.

📅 Thursday 12 November
🕙 10am–12.30pm
💻 Free online conference

🔗 Book your free place here:
[https://tinyurl.com/ypttwxhs]

Our annual online conference for support groups and parent carers of children with rare conditions.

14/10/2026

Check out the Parent and Carer Information Sessions from ASN Play Pals CIC

'You're a parent. But did you know you might also be an unpaid carer?
When you're raising a child with additional support needs, so much of what you do simply becomes part of everyday life.
The appointments, the paperwork, the sleepless nights, the constant planning, advocating, researching and fighting to make sure your child gets what they need.
You don't necessarily stop and think of yourself as a carer.
You're just Mum. Or Dad. Doing what needs to be done. 💜
But did you know that recognising your caring role could open the door to support, advice and services you might not even realise are available to you?
💜 We're delighted to introduce our NEW Parent & Carer Information Session!
📅 Wednesday 9 December
🕥 10:30am – 12:30pm
💜 Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre
We'll be welcoming the Carers Centre to share information about the support available to unpaid carers, including practical advice, wellbeing support, services and opportunities that could make a real difference to you and your family.
Whether you've been navigating additional support needs for years or are just beginning that journey, this is an opportunity to find out what's out there.
Because supporting our children matters. But supporting the people who care for them matters too. 💜
☕ FREE to attend, with tea, coffee and biscuits provided.
Booking Link in Comments👇
💙 And don't forget! We also have two other fantastic FREE information sessions coming up:
🗣️ 28 October – NHS Forth Valley: Speech, Language & Communication
📚 25 November – Enquire: Additional Support for Learning & Your Child's Rights
Full details of all three sessions are on our updated poster.
💜 Different Play • Our Way'

14/10/2026

Great to hear about another Changing Places Toilet being opened.

'PAMIS was delighted to register the new Changing Places toilet at Capital Theatres - Festival Theatre, Studio & King's Theatre.

This facility was funded by The Scottish Government Changing Places Toilet Scotland Fund.

For more information, visit the official Changing Places UK Toilet Map.'

Inspiring Scotland