Carers of West Dunbartonshire

01/11/2026

The Carers Policy unit has now published a consultation analysis report which summarises the responses that they received to the consultation on the Right to Breaks for Unpaid Carers, this included direct engagement with groups of carers who are often under-represented in formal consultations.
We wish to extend our thanks to all the carers across West Dunbartonshire who took the time to share their views.
Feedback will be used to inform decisions about the approach to implementation.

https://www.gov.scot/publications/unpaid-carers-right-breaks-timescales-support-plans-consultation-analysis/
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Analysis of responses to the public consultation and in person engagement on the right to breaks and timescales for support plans for unpaid carers.

29/10/2026

We had a great day at the Mens Health Event in Clydebank library today.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by! 💙

09/10/2026

Our Manager Kim McNab and Trustee Theresa Jones attended a fantastic event this morning to highlight Challenge Poverty Week. The event showcased the amazing work of the project ambassadors. Congratulations to everyone involved in Our Voices Our Stories.

07/10/2026

West Dunbartonshire Alzheimer Scotland has various groups and activities on this October including,
❤ Community Afternoon Tea Dance
🪗 Name That Tune
⌛ Quiz and Bingo
⚽ Football Memories
For more information, contact
Linda Buchanan at [email protected]

07/10/2026

Winter heating support ❄️🌨
With energy costs expected to rise again this winter, it's a good time to remind people about the winter heating payments available through Social Security Scotland. The good news is that most payments are made automatically, so there's no need to apply.

❄️ Child Winter Heating Payment (£265.50): For families of disabled children and young people under 19 who receive the highest levels of disability support. About 48,000 families are expected to benefit. Payments start in the week commencing 5 October.
Find out more: https://www.mygov.scot/child-winter-heating-payment

❄️ Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (£105.55 to £316.70): For people of State Pension age. The amount depends on age and household circumstances. About 879,000 pensioners are expected to benefit. Payments start in November. Most people are paid automatically, but a small number will need to apply, so it's worth checking the link below. Everyone eligible is paid, but HMRC recovers the payment through the tax system from those with an individual income over £35,000.
Find out more: https://www.mygov.scot/pension-age-winter-heating-payment

❄️ Winter Heating Payment (£62.00): For low-income households receiving certain benefits. About 487,000 people are expected to benefit. Payments start in December. Unlike the UK Government's Cold Weather Payment, it is paid regardless of temperature.
Find out more: https://www.mygov.scot/winter-heating-payment

Winter Heating Payment is a single payment made to people in Scotland who get other qualifying benefits

07/10/2026

Join us at Clydebank Library’s Men’s Health Event! 💙

We’ll be there on Thursday 29th October, 11am to 2pm, alongside a range of local organisations offering information, advice and support. Whether you're looking to learn more about services in your area or simply have a chat, come along and see what’s available.

📍 Clydebank Library
🗓 Thursday 29th October
⏰ 11am to 2pm

We look forward to seeing you there! 😊

07/10/2026

🌱 Our gardening group has been busy! This week’s harvest included fresh red onions, carrots, beetroot, and turnips, all grown with lots of care and hard work from our amazing group members. 🧅🥕🍠

Well done to everyone involved! 🌿💚

30/09/2026

Great day at the Community Brokerage Gathering in Glasgow. Lots of information and valuable connections made for our next steps....watch this space!

30/09/2026

03/09/2026

Clydebank Dementia clinic now live 😀