Here you will find real stories from unpaid carers supported by Solenne, practical guides to navigating the carer support system in Scotland, and insight into the work we do every day in Alloa and Clackmannanshire.
No case studies written by committees. Just honest accounts of what it is to care, and what it is to find support.
Alloa, 2024
Margaret's story
The Vibrant Health Advocates – Solenne buddying scheme pairs carers with a dedicated volunteer who simply gets it — and for many, that changes everything.
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Many carers don't know they are entitled to a break — here is what respite actually means, how to ask for one, and what to expect when you do.
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After four years of caring for her husband alone, Margaret found our service through a chance conversation — and says it gave her herself back.
Read Margaret's story →If you are a carer, or someone who supports a carer, we are here. No referral form. No wrong questions. Just a conversation.
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