Crossroads North Argyll

22/10/2026

We will also be at the roadshow. Come along and see us and try out the activities, listen to the talks. It should be a great day. See you there.

21/10/2026

13/10/2026

Are you an older carer?

We're looking for older carers to join our Older Carers Working Group and help shape the work we do across Scotland.

It's an opportunity to share your experiences, discuss issues that matter to you and connect with others.

📧 To find out more, contact [email protected]

11/10/2026

We are going to be there. Come along and see us. Lots of practical activities are going to be on at the event too. Everything under one roof for unpaid carers. Don’t miss it.

Free drop-in carers event in Oban. Join us for a series of informal talks on key topics. There will also be stalls, activities and more.


The Rockfield Centre, Oban

Tuesday, October 27, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Find out more and register here:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-scotland-argyll-bute-roadshow-2026-tickets-1996639416242

30/09/2026

28/09/2026

Join us in Oban for a free drop in roadshow for unpaid carers in Argyll and Bute, with targeted informative talks, stalls and refreshments provided.

The Rockfield Centre, Oban
Tuesday, October 27, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-scotland-argyll-bute-roadshow-2026-tickets-1996639416242

28/09/2026

📢 Can You Help Bring a Loved One Home Faster? 📢

Imagine the panic and worry when a vulnerable loved one goes missing. For families caring for someone living with dementia, Alzheimer's, or other conditions that may cause them to become lost or confused, every second counts.

That's where the Herbert Protocol can make a real difference.

The Herbert Protocol is a simple form completed in advance by families and carers. It contains important information about the person, including:

📸 A recent photograph
📍 Places they may visit regularly
💊 Relevant medical information
📞 Emergency contact details
👤 Personal routines, interests, and habits

If the person is reported missing, this information can be quickly shared with police by handing the form to attending officers, helping them start a focused search immediately rather than spending valuable time gathering details.

✅ Faster searches
✅ Quicker identification of likely locations
✅ Less stress for families and carers
✅ Increased chances of a safe return

The Herbert Protocol is free, easy to complete, and could be one of the most important documents you ever prepare for a loved one.

💙 Being prepared isn't expecting the worst—it's making sure help can act quickly when it's needed most.

Have you heard of the Herbert Protocol before? Share this post to help raise awareness and potentially help protect someone in your community.

See comments section on where to Download the form!

26/09/2026

We will be there. Pop along and see us.

Join us in Oban for a free drop in roadshow for unpaid carers in Argyll and Bute, with targeted informative talks, stalls and refreshments provided.

The Rockfield Centre, Oban
Tuesday, October 27, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carers-scotland-argyll-bute-roadshow-2026-tickets-1996639416242

26/09/2026

Unpaid carers hold our communities together. But too often, the local services they rely on are underfunded, undervalued, and under threat.

Our new strategy sets out how we'll change that - starting with a fair deal for local carer services across the UK. https://bit.ly/4vIgPlR

25/09/2026

Did you know that if you identify as a carer, you're entitled to certain rights in law? But how do you know if you qualify?

In Scotland, a carer or unpaid carer is anyone who's providing care for a family member or friend. To be recognised as a carer:

- you don't need to be living in the same household as the person you care for

- you don't need to be providing 'regular and substantial' care

- the person you're caring for doesn't need to have a social care package

Visit our website for more: https://www.carersnet.org/carers-rights/