Hospice at Home celebrates ten years of vital community work - Third Force News (TFN)
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27 August 2024
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It supports over 400 local people and their families each year and is mostly funded by donations
Strathcarron’s Hospice at Home service is celebrating turning ten years old.
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Scots advised to prepare for Universal Credit switch - or they could lose benefits - Third Force News (TFN)
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27 August 2024
by Graham Martin
Not applying in time will result in payments being stopped
A charity is reminding Scottish benefits claimants to take action as a key date approaches for the switch to Universal Credit.
Charity launches online resource to boost women's heart health - Third Force News (TFN)
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20 August 2024
by Graham Martin
"Heart disease has been perceived as a disease affecting men - however, it is one of the leading causes of death for women"
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland has launched a new, online resource aimed at improving women’s heart health.
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Charity to cease on the back of Peter Pan house closing - Third Force News (TFN)
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13 August 2024
by Robert Armour
Charity could not sustain loses
A charity is to close after it shut its Peter Pan visitor centre in Dumfries.
As reported by TFN earlier this month, Moat Brae House will close after experiencing financial problems.
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The threat of invasive non-native species in Scotland - Third Force News (TFN)
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- Written by: Rebekah Strong is policy manager - terrestrial for The Scottish Wildlife Trust. Third Force News (TFN)
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13 August 2024
by Rebekah Strong
Rebekah Strong on a major issue facing our natural environment
What is the Problem?
Scotland's wildlife is under significant pressure and one major threat is invasive non-native species (INNS). These species, that humans have introduced either accidentally or deliberately, have the potential to disrupt ecosystems, outcompete native species, and spread diseases.
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Scottish Government to scrap universal winter fuel payments for pensioners - Third Force News (TFN)
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14 August 2024
by Niall Christie
The decision follows a decision by the UK Government.
A leading charity for older people has expressed their disappointment in the Scottish Government’s decision to follow in the footsteps of Westminster and scrap universal winter fuel payments for pensioners.
Safe staffing update - Care Inspectorate
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The safe staffing programme would like to share several resources to support services with The Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019. Please get in touch if you have any questions or would like a member of the safe staffing team to get in touch with you at
Changes to the information requested in the ‘Restraint and restrictive practices’ notification - Care Inspectorate
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The previous provider update highlighted future changes to the information required when services submit a restraint and restrictive practices notification. The changes reflect:
Bogus callers - Care Inspectorate
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Occasionally, we receive reports of bogus callers, calling or visiting services and claiming to be inspectors from the Care Inspectorate.
When our inspectors call a service, or arrive at a service for an unannounced inspection, you can be sure they are who they say they are by carrying out some simple identity checks.
Time for joined-up solutions on accessible housing and social care crises - Lorna Cameron is chief executive of Horizon Housing Association
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8 August 2024
by Lorna Cameron
Lorna Cameron says accessible housing is a human right denied to thousands of Scots with disabilities
Sometimes it takes a crisis to develop new solutions to intractable challenges. Right now in Scotland we have not one but several crises - a national housing emergency coupled with social care and health services under severe strain, with ever-growing waiting lists.
Cancer patients urged to check benefits' eligibility - Third Force News (TFN)
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12 August 2024
by Robert Armour
It's "ok to get financial support"
Cancer patietns are being urged to check benefits’ eligibility by a cancer charity founder.
Jen Hardy MBE, who set up the charity Cancer Card Scotland after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, said she wants people with cancer to know that “it’s OK to get financial support” to help with the effects of the disease on day-to-day-life.
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Third sector urged to join Housing and Social Care Accessibility Summit - Third Force News (TFN)
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6 August 2024
by Niall Christie
The event is being organised by Horizon Housing Association.
Charitable and voluntary groups involved with older and disabled people are being urged to join a summit focused on developing new solutions to an acute shortage of accessible homes and strained social care and health resources.
“Death sentence”: chancellor slammed by charities after cutting winter fuel payments for pensioners - Third Force News (TFN)
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30 July 2024
by Niall Christie
The new Labour government has been forced to deny it is implementing austerity
The UK Government is facing fierce criticism from the third sector after announcing controversial plans to cut fuel payments to pensioners, in a move which could leave two million elderly citizens cold at home this winter.
Pensioners condemn UK government as it plans to axe winter fuel payments - Third Force News (TFN)
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31 July 2024
by Robert Armour
An "attack on the most vulnerable"
Scottish Pensioners’ Forum, the campaigning organisation for older people in Scotland, is the latest group to condemn chancellor Rachel Reeves’ decision to means test winter fuel payments.
Infection prevention and control - Care Inspectorate
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Public Health Scotland and ARHAI would like to remind staff and providers about the importance of continuing to adopt and implement best practice in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). The National Infection Prevention and Control Manual, the Care Home IPC Manual and Public Health Scotland guidance can be found here:
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Changes to the information requested in the ‘Restraint and restrictive practices’ notification - Care Inspectorate
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Care experienced children and young adults told the Care Review how frightening, painful and embarrassing the use of restraint was for them. As such, children and young people's services are required to notify the Care Inspectorate of all instances of physical intervention which are classed as restraint. This also includes instances of mechanical, chemical or environmental restraint, including seclusion.
Provider information for regulated services - Care Inspectorate
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Based on feedback from providers and our learning over the past year, we have updated our guidance for providers of regulated care settings and the public. The update expands on some of the existing sections where providers have told us they would like more detailed or additional information, clarified some points that had caused confusion, and includes more information about how to give feedback, raise concerns and on our overall approach to inspections.
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Right language ‘key to recruiting qualified social care staff’, new report finds
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19 July 2024
by Niall Christie
The findings come from the Coalition of Care & Support Providers in Scotland.
Choice of language in job descriptions and recruitment materials is crucial in attracting qualified social care professionals, according to 96% of respondents surveyed as part of a new study.
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Scottish venues still inaccessible to many - Third Force News (TFN)
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12 July 2024
by Robert Armour
Report highlights problem venues
A new report reveals significant gaps in accessibility at Scottish venues and calls for comprehensive changes to ensure equal access for all.
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Inquiry chair appeals for witnesses to come forward - Investigations focus on Donaldson’s School for Deaf Children and St Vincent’s School for the Deaf and Blind - Third Force News (TFN)
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3 July 2024
by Robert Armour
Investigations focus on Donaldson’s School for Deaf Children and St Vincent’s School for the Deaf and Blind
Care Inspectorate podcast series on reducing inappropriate use of psychoactive medicines in care homes - Care Inspectorate
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David Marshall, Senior Improvement Adviser (Pharmacy) and Katy Jenks, HC One Dementia Care Manager, Scotland discuss improving dementia care and reducing inappropriate use of psychoactive medicines in care homes. Final episode in this series next week!
Webinar: Changes to handling anonymous complaints & information sharing with care service providers - Care Inspectorate
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You are invited to register for our webinar to provide an update on changes in how the Care Inspectorate handles anonymous complaints about registered care services.
Carers Forum - Are you an unpaid carer? Do you want to have your voice heard? - Fife Carers Centre
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Scottish charity offers free support through pet care clinics - Niall Christie, Third Force News (TFN)
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25 June 2024
by Niall Christie
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home hope to tackle the effects of pet poverty head on.
Pet owners in Edinburgh and Midlothian who are struggling to afford to care for their pets are being given the opportunity to attend drop-in Pet Care sessions at four locations across the city.
OSCR urges all Scots charities to get ready for new obligations for next year - Third Force News (TFN)
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20 June 2024
by Robert Armour
All charity accounts will now be published online
Scotland’s charity regulator will be publishing the accounts for all Scottish charities on the Scottish Charity Register from next year and is urging organisations to understand how the new requirement affects them.
Respite care at the foot of the Campsies -David Reilly - Third Force News (TFN)
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18 June 2024
by David Reilly
David Reilly on the benefits of a charity-run service
Nestled at the foot of the stunning Campsie Hills, Calico House Respite Service in Lennoxtown offers a sanctuary of care and tranquility for adults aged 18 and over with complex care needs, long-term conditions, and learning or physical disabilities.
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Fife Centre for Equalities, Equalities Digest Week Commencing 17 June 2024
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Fife Centre for Equalities, Equalities Digest Week Commencing 17 June 2024
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Safe space for children with complex needs is launched - Third Force News (TFN)
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14 June 2024
by Robert Armour
Bike track allows children to have fun within purpose built space
Action for Children’s Stoneside Family Support Service has launched a new bike track for young people after a year of work.
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Leading cancer charity to close after 40 years - Third Force News (TFN)
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12 June 2024
by Niall Christie
Cancer Support Scotland announced the decision on Wednesday.
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Impossible situation as many forced into unpaid care - Third Force News (TFN)
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10 June 2024
by Robert Armour
Unpaid care for friends, family and loved ones is not a choice for many Scots
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- Covid-19 testing change – update from the Scottish Government
- Fife employability project launches first Community Impact Report - Third Force News (TFN)
- Our investigation and assessment into the Department for Work and Pensions
- Use of raw flour - Care Inspectorate
- Care Home Improvement Programme (CHIP) - Care Inspectorate
- Quality improvement in action - Care Inspectorate
- Care about Physical Activity (CAPA) funded programme comes to an end - Care Inspectorate
- Improving dementia care - Care Inspectorate
- We are pleased to share the May 2024 edition of the Care Inspectorate’s Quality Improvement and Participation update.
- Where do universal human rights begin? - Lydia Murphy, development officer at The Poverty Alliance. Third Force News (TFN)
- The voluntary sector has a critical role in supporting people with sight loss - Jacquie Winning MBE, Forth Valley Sensory Centre chief executive - Third Force News (TFN)
- Newly revised SSSC codes for social service workers and employers - Care Inspectorate Thu 02/05/2024
- Care surveys for people who use care at home and housing support services - Care Inspectorate Thu 02/05/2024
- Tissue viability tool - Care Inspectorate Thu 02/05/2024
- Vulnerable Scots given a digital lifeline - Third Force News (TFN)
- Personal data rights in the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill - Equality and Human Rights Commission EHRC Scotland
- Equality Act claims under the Simple Procedure court process in Scotland - Equality and Human Rights Commission EHRC Scotland
- New guidance on vitamin D supplements for residents in adult care homes - from the Care Inspectorate
- Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) Newsletter. News and events from across the Third Sector Fri 05/01/2024
- Care Inspectorate Care News Wed 20/12/2023
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