PKAVS Young Adult Carers

08/06/2026

✨Welcome to Carers Week 2026✨

02/06/2026

Tuesday 9th June, 4:30 - 6pm - YAC Voice - Online

Join the YAC Voice group to improve the PKAVS YAC service, raise awareness and help inspire change locally and nationally. The next session is taking place on Tuesday 9th June from 4:30–6pm, online via Microsoft Teams. An email invite will be sent prior to the session.

Please contact Suzy on 07821 936772 or [email protected] to sign up or find out more.

28/05/2026

Free climbing sessions are coming to UHI Perth this summer! 🧗‍♀️

As part of Scotland’s Summer of Sport programme, the Academy of Sport and Wellbeing is offering FREE sessions from the 6th of July to the 14th of August for the whole community — not just students.

There’s something for everyone, including Learn to Climb, Pop In & Play, Roped Climbing and Bouldering sessions for a range of ages.

A great chance for families, children and young people to get active, try something new and have fun this summer!

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

27/05/2026

Wednesday 24th June 2 - 3pm - Climbing Wall Experience - UHI Perth, Academy of Sport & Wellbeing

We are hosting a climbing wall experience with UHI Perth in the Academy of Sport & Wellbeing building on Wednesday 24th June from 2-3pm. Try out climbing with expert guidance and build up skills related to safely managing ropes, improving techniques and confidence building. Please wear sport appropriate clothing with clean trainers.

Contact Suzy on 07821 936772 or [email protected] to sign up or find out more. 😊

21/05/2026

Join Suzy and Gael for a cooking session where we will make a delicious meal and a sweet treat too. This will be held at the North Inch Community Campus in Perth on Wednesday 10th June from 5-7pm.

Please contact Suzy on 07821 936772 or [email protected] to sign up or find out more. 😊

20/05/2026

Young Carers Insights Day – Edinburgh

Are you a young adult balancing work, study or your future alongside caring responsibilities? We’d love to hear from you.
Standard Life is hosting a Young Carers Insights Day at Standard Life House in Edinburgh, created specifically for carers aged 18–25. This day is designed to give you practical tools for your future, alongside a space to share your experiences and shape how employers can better support young carers.
What to expect on the day:
A warm welcome and relaxed icebreakers to get to know others
Insight into Standard Life and different career opportunities
A session on ‘squiggly careers’— exploring flexible and non-linear career paths
An interactive workshop to share your experiences and influence future support
Practical sessions on building your personal brand and using LinkedIn
Opportunities to connect with other young carers in a supportive environment
The day will combine career development with open conversations about how caring responsibilities impact employment, confidence and long-term financial wellbeing and what needs to change.
Location: Standard Life House, 30 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2DH
Age group: 18–25
Date & Time: 24th of June (10:30 - 15:00)
Sign Up here: Standard Life Employability Day for Young Adult Carers (18-25 years) – https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ZXcsqy-H-ky00Hb3OKKsPfOLoLpCJXBAsoSP3UoG4KZUNzRVR1c2MFRDQkVWNEZDTkdLNjAwSE5KWC4u

Spaces are limited, and we’d love to hear from you if you’re interested in taking part.

20/05/2026

SAAS Application Workshop Sessions

SAAS will be hosting online sessions via MS Teams which will provide guidance on all aspects of SAAS funding schemes & offer advice on how to make a successful application to obtain funding. These sessions can be attended by students, parents and carers, partners and spouses. They will run from 2 June to 30 June. Attendees can book their free ticket here https://buytickets.at/studentawardsagencyscotlan/2205764


These interactive workshops will:

- explain the funding available from SAAS for those planning to undertake higher education courses (HNC/HND/Degree courses); and
- provide information on the repayment of student loans; and
- have direct access to a funding awareness advisor who can assist you with the formal submission of your SAAS Application.

SAAS Funding Application Workshops - National – Microsoft Teams, Multiple dates and times - The Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) will be delivering online application workshops which will provide information on the funding available for Higher Education courses. These workshops will provide ...

12/05/2026

Suzy and Rachael will be heading to Willowgate for a day full of land and water-based activities, which may include activities such as archery and paddleboarding, on Tuesday 16th June. The day would approximately begin at 10am and finish at 4pm. Make sure to bring a towel, shoes you don't mind getting wet, change of old clothes, lunch, snacks and drinks and weather appropriate clothing.

Spaces are limited so please contact Suzy on 07821 936772 or [email protected] to sign up or find out more. 😊

08/05/2026

✨YAC June 2026 Event Calendar✨

Tuesday 9th 4:30 - 6pm - YAC Voice - Online
Join the YAC Voice group to improve the PKAVS YAC service, raise awareness and help inspire change locally and nationally. The next session is taking place on Tuesday 9th June from 4:30–6pm, online via Microsoft Teams. An email invite will be sent prior to the session.

Wednesday 10th 5 - 7pm - Cooking Session - North Inch Community Campus, Perth
Join Suzy and Gael for a cooking session where we will make a delicious meal and a sweet treat too. This will be held at the North Inch Community Campus in Perth on Wednesday 10th June from 5-7pm. Sign up if you are interested in joining.

Tuesday 16th all day - Willowgate Adventure Day - Willowgate Adventure Centre, Perth
Suzy and Rachael will be heading to Willowgate for a day full of land and water-based activities, which may include activities such as archery and paddleboarding, on Tuesday 16th June. The day would approximately begin at 10am and finish at 4pm. Make sure to bring a towel, shoes you don't mind getting wet, change of old clothes, lunch, snacks and drinks and weather appropriate clothing. Spaces are limited so please get in contact if you would like to take part.

Wednesday 24th 2 - 4pm - Climbing Wall Experience - UHI Perth, Academy of Sport & Wellbeing
We are hosting a climbing wall experience with UHI Perth in the Academy of Sport & Wellbeing building on Wednesday 24th June from 2-4pm. Try out climbing with expert guidance and build up skills related to safely managing ropes, improving techniques and confidence building. Limited spaces so please sign up if you are interested.

For all of the above events, please contact Suzy on 07821 936772 or [email protected] to sign up or find out more. 😊

04/05/2026

Our next social will take place on Wednesday, 20th May from 2pm to 4pm at Jeanfield Swifts Riverside Stadium in Perth. This is a drop-in session, so feel free to come along and enjoy some games, crafts, and a chance to socialise. Lunch and snacks will be provided.

To let us know you’re coming, please message Suzy on 07821 936772 or email [email protected]. 😊