Dochas Carers SCIO

Dochas Carers SCIO Dochas Carers Centre supports unpaid adult, young adult and parent carers throughout Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands.

28/08/2026

The past couple of weeks have been busy at Dòchas, with activities taking place across Mid Argyll, Kintyre and The Islands. It’s been great to see unpaid carers coming together, taking part in activities and connecting with others.

In Kintyre, we held our monthly Arts & Crafts session, as well as our NEW Digital Café for cared for adults, giving them the opportunity to learn new skills and build confidence with technology while offering carers some time for themselves.

Over in Islay & Jura, we welcomed carers to our monthly Seated Yoga session, providing an opportunity to relax, stretch and focus on their wellbeing.

In Mid Argyll, our weekly Drop-In continued, including a helpful talk on Oral Health Improvement. We also enjoyed another Craft & Chill session, where everyone got creative painting flowers, as well as our Parent Carers Group, offering a supportive space to share experiences and connect with others.

We would also like to extend our thanks to our funders and partners, whose continued support helps us deliver a wide range of activities and services for unpaid carers and cared for adults across Mid Argyll, Kintyre and The Islands.

Thank you to everyone who joined us over the past couple of weeks and helped make these activities so welcoming and enjoyable.

We look forward to seeing you again at another Dòchas activity soon!




BOS Foundation

20/08/2026

The past couple of weeks have been a busy and varied time at Dòchas, with activities taking place across Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay & Jura. It’s been lovely to see unpaid carers coming together, enjoying time with others and making the most of the different groups and opportunities available to them.

In Kintyre, we held our regular Kintyre Drop-In, while across Mid Argyll we enjoyed Craft & Chill, our Drop-In, Men’s Group as well as our Wee Gather in Tarbert and a crafty session with Crafty Chalmers in Inveraray.

Over in Islay & Jura, we held our Coffee & Cake Drop-In with Citizens Advice. We also attended the Islay Show, promoting Dòchas Carers Centre and providing an information day for carers and the wider community.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us over the past couple of weeks and to everyone who continues to make our activities so welcoming and enjoyable.

We hope you’ve enjoyed spending time with us, meeting fellow unpaid carers and taking a little time for yourself.

We look forward to seeing you again at another Dòchas activity soon!




BOS Foundation Foundation Scotland Forget me not Choir

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10/08/2026

You could make someone's day by befriending them. Come and join us.

BOS Foundation

We need your help to make a difference! Join our team of volunteers and contribute to something meaningful. BOS F...
05/08/2026

We need your help to make a difference! Join our team of volunteers and contribute to something meaningful.


BOS Foundation

31/07/2026

With the summer break in full swing and some of our regular activities paused for the holidays, it’s been a quieter few weeks at Dòchas across Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands. Even so, it’s been wonderful to welcome unpaid carers along to a range of activities, providing opportunities to connect with others, access support and enjoy some well deserved time for themselves.

In Kintyre, we held our monthly Arts & Crafts session where they all spent time working on their various knitting projects. In Mid Argyll, we welcomed carers to our weekly Craft & Chill sessions, including a relaxing Zentangle-themed session, as well as our regular Drop-in gathering and Men’s Group.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. We hope you enjoyed spending time with us, meeting fellow unpaid carers and taking a little time for yourself.

We look forward to seeing you again at another Dòchas activity soon.



BOS Foundation

17/07/2026

It’s been another busy couple of weeks at Dòchas across Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands.

We’ve been delighted to welcome unpaid carers to a range of activities, giving them the opportunity to connect with others, access support and take some well-deserved time for themselves.

In Kintyre, we had Michaela from Versus Arthritis at our Drop-in speaking about mental health. Thank you very much Michaela. In Mid Argyll, we hosted our weekly Craft and Chill sessions including a Mandala themed one, Drop-in gatherings and our Men's Group. On Islay and Jura, carers came together for their monthly Seated Yoga. It was also lovely to welcome unpaid carers and those they care for to our first Wee Gather in Tarbert this week and the Chalmers Crafty Gathering in Inveraray last week.

A special thank you to our volunteer Liz who baked a gorgeous fruit cake for the Wee Gather in Tarbet. It was delicious and appreciated by all.

We hope everyone enjoyed spending time with us and meeting other unpaid carers. We look forward to welcoming you along to another Dòchas activity soon.



BOS Foundation Foundation Scotland

A Look Back – 20 Years Ago This Week On 7 July 2006, founder Catherine Paterson received the keys to the building that w...
09/07/2026

A Look Back – 20 Years Ago This Week

On 7 July 2006, founder Catherine Paterson received the keys to the building that would become the Dòchas Carers Centre.

Built with the support and generosity of the local community, the Centre has been at the heart of our work for the past 20 years, providing a welcoming space for unpaid carers from across Mid Argyll, Kintyre, Islay, Jura and Gigha.

As Catherine said at the time:

"The community has helped us build the new centre, now we need to help build its future."

Twenty years on, we remain grateful to everyone who has helped make the Centre what it is today.

Thank you for being part of the journey.

09/07/2026

📸 Mid Argyll Camera Club Exhibition Now Open at Dochas Carers Centre 📸

We're delighted to welcome Mid Argyll Camera Club to our gallery space for a special exhibition of stunning local photography.

As the club looks forward to celebrating its Golden Jubilee, this exhibition showcases the talent and creativity of local photographers, with a beautiful collection of landscapes, wildlife and places from across Argyll on display.

Photographs are available to purchase and, better still, 20% of all sales will be donated to Dochas Carers Centre, a much appreciated donation from Mid Argyll Camera Club in support of unpaid carers across our communities.

Whether you're looking for a unique piece of local artwork or simply want to enjoy some fantastic photography, we'd love to see you.

Come along, have a browse, and support both your local Camera Club and Carers Centre.

📍 Venue: Dochas Carers Centre Gallery Space, Lochgilphead
🕙 Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10.00am – 4.00pm

07/07/2026

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50 Campbell Street
Lochgilphead
PA318RU

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Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

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