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Carers Link provides information and support to unpaid carers who live in East Dunbartonshire or care for someone who lives in East Dunbartonshire.

If you look after a family member or friend who cannot manage without your support, you are a carer. You may be “doing what anyone would do”, but we can help you.

You may simply be looking for some information, or you may go on to access advocacy, one-to-one support or our sessions and groups for carers. However large or small your query, we’re here to help. If you would like us to get in touch with you just fill in our self referral form, and we will be in touch.

You can find out more about the difference that Carers Link can make by watching our video – simply click on the button on the left.

No matter who you are or who you care for, Carers Link is here to support you

Who is a carer

Anyone who provides (or intends to provide) care for another person is a carer. The exceptions to this are if the only reason for providing care is that the person is under 18, or if you are caring because you  have a contract or as voluntary work.

You can be caring for someone for any number of hours, and you do not need to be providing a substantial amount of care on a regular basis.

A young carer is any carer who is under the age of 18, or who is 18 or over and still attending school.

Latest News Updates

Generous Inner Wheel Fundraisers in Kirkintilloch raise £900 for Carers Link

Picture shows President Margaret Pears and members of the Inner Wheel, Kathleen MacPherson, Morag Barron, Annette Adams, Dorothy Stewart and Veronica Regan, Fundraiser from Carers Link.  The Inner Wheel Club of Kirkintilloch has once again proven their commitment to making a positive impact in their community by raising an impressive £900 for Carers Link. This …

Fundraising news

It’s been a great few months on the Fundraising front, and you can read all about it in our Fundraising newsletter .

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A huge thanks to all the generous shoppers who supported our cause last Wednesday as part of Young Carers Action Day at Sainsbury's in #kirkintilloch. You donated nearly £260! We are hugely grateful for your support.Get in touch if you need more info on unpaid carers in East Dunbartonshire👉👉 enquiry@carerslink.org.uk#YoungCarerActionDay #carerslinked ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Carers Link on 18th April for lunch and to visit🚌🚌 the Palace of Holyrood House and Gardens🌻🌻.To take part, carers need to be registered with Carers Link, which you can do at 👉👉 carerslink.org.uk/carer-self-referral-form/Once registered with Carers Link, carers can book a place for the visit here: 👉👉https://carerslink.org.uk/events/palace-of-holyroodhouse-in-person-tour/ #palaceofholyroodhouse #carerscommunity #carerslinked ... See MoreSee Less
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Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, improve your skills or learn new skills. It also looks great on a CV or Personal Statement. Employers and universities are looking for candidates who have volunteered. If you want to find out more about local opportunities why not pop in and speak to local community groups and charities at the volunteering fair in Milngavie on Thursday 21st March, 1.30 to 3pm and see where your skills could be used. Carers Link will be there, and you can chat to Scott, our employment adviser about how we can help you with volunteering opportunities and or getting into/ back into work. ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming Events

We are normally open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00 pm, but appointments (by phone or online) out with these hours can be arranged. Currently mail is not being picked up from the office on a regular basis so if possible please email or phone us. During evenings and weekends, if you or someone you know requires urgent social work support, please call 0800 811 505.