Carers of West Lothian

	CARERS of WEST LOTHIAN Providing Support, Information and a Voice for Carers in West Lothian

Carers’ Voice, with the support of Carers of West Lothian, was formed in January 2006. The group brings together, in an informal setting, individual carers and representatives from carers’ groups who are keen to influence the way that local services are delivered. <click for annual report>

The group meets on a 6-weekly cycle with each meeting having a particular focus or topic for discussion of interest to the group participants. For example, talks on the Independent Living Fund, Carers Assessments in West Lothian, Single Outcome Agreement Campaign (a national campaign to improve outcomes for carers in local authority plans and agreements with the Scottish Government for delivering services).

The group would like to encourage and welcome new members. The next meeting is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 28th September from 2.00 until 3.30pm in Acredale House, Mid Street, Bathgate. There will be a practical demonstration of Telehealth Care and the opportunity to ask questions over a cup of tea or coffee.

If you are interested in coming along, or would like a bit more information, please contact Annmarie or Mary-Denise at the Carers Centre on 01506 771750, or Hugh Macrae (Chairperson, Carers’ Voice) on 01506 890085.