Skills Development Scotland Apprenticeship Employer Grant

Applications are now open for the SDS Apprenticeship Employer Grant, a new Scottish Government initiative developed in response to the pandemic.      All information and grant conditions with FAQs, guidance and a link to the application form can be accessed on apprenticeships.scot. Read More>> Some key information about the Grant:    •    £5,000 for … Read more

Keeping Kids Safe During Lockdown

As most of Scotland re-enters lockdown, and the re-opening of schools and nurseries is delayed, families across the country face new challenges and stresses, and some children may experience abuse or neglect. CPCScotland is keen to maintain its messaging that it’s vital for everyone to be alert to signs that all is not well for … Read more

CVO East Ayrshire Ltd: Core Services

CVO East Ayrshire exists to represent the voluntary sector, to assist organisations in East Ayrshire to come together for common purposes and to enable local people to gain access to the decision processes which affect their communities. CVO East Ayrshire acts as the local Third Sector Interface to deliver four core functions:  Volunteering development … Read more

Shop Social with CVOEA – New Online Store

CVO East Ayrshire has launched an online store offering goods from their social enterprises Little Shop Big Stories and Grafix Printshop supporting the Shop Local campaign in Kilmarnock. Visit www.shopsocialcvoea.com where you will find beautiful gifts created by Social Enterprise and Fair Trade Organisations from around the world. Grafix printshop provides a fantastic range of … Read more

Door 2 Door Meal Delivery Service

Our new meal delivery service Door 2 Door is now open. We will be delivering freshly prepared frozen meals to those who may be having difficulties accessing or cooking meals at this time. Door 2 Door was developed as an avenue into employment for those with additional barriers, creating a practical workspace where we could … Read more

Autism Support

The National Autistic Society Scotland has a new publication that provides individuals, parents/carers or professionals, living in Ayrshire, with information, advice, and support. Anyone of any age, living in North, South or East Ayrshire can access this service. To find out more information and to download a copy of their latest brochure, click below. Autism … Read more

Safe to Speak – CYP Webchat

SAFE TO SPEAK – CYP WEBCHAT a platform dedicated to children and young people who may be scared about adult behavior at home, hosted on the Scottish Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline website – sdafmh.org.uk. For further information please see attached flyer. CYP WEBCHAT FLYER Children and young people can chat confidentially online at … Read more

Who Cares? Helpline Information

WHO CARES? SCOTLAND is excited to announce their new lifelong offer, funded by the Scottish Government. Their helpline is open to all Care Experienced people across Scotland, of any age. Who Cares? Can provide support and signposting around finances, benefits, housing and much more. To find out more information and to download a copy of … Read more

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