Universal credit – an introduction

Online

Universal credit is the main working age, means-tested benefit for people in Scotland and throughout the UK. It was intended to simplify the social security system and provide an incentive to work, but its monthly assessment and online process can seem daunting for clients and advisers alike. You do not need to be an expert […]

Various - see CPAG in Scotland website

Young Mums Group

Bonnymuir Green Bonnymuir Place,, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom

Are you a mum under the age of 25, pregnant or going through postpartum with your baby? Come along to this Free group at Bonnymuir Green Space , Bonnymuir Center in the Rosemount area. The group is held every Tuesday from 11am- 12 pm . Come and chat with others, get support and have a […]

Free

Universal credit for ill health and disability

Online

This course looks at the universal credit (UC) rules that particularly affect ill or disabled people. It will equip you to advise clients who are claiming or need to claim UC, including the importance of the work capability assessment. The course covers: The latest rules on when ill and disabled people may need to claim […]

Various - see CPAG in Scotland website

Introducing AI in your Social Enterprise

Online

Join us for this new workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and explore the transformative power of using AI across various elements of social enterprises, revealing new opportunities for growth, efficiency and impact! You will gain valuable insights and watch live demos on how AI can enhance the everyday operations of real-life social enterprises. This FREE […]

Free

Carer support payment

Online

Carer support payment is a new Scottish benefit which replaces carer’s allowance in Scotland. This course will update you on the transfer from carer’s allowance to carer support payment. You will gain an understanding of the main rules and how these are different from carer’s allowance to help you identify who may be entitled. The […]

Various - see CPAG in Scotland website

‘BEYOND THE LABEL’ TRAINING – Neurodiverse training for professionals (online)

Online

These 2 x 2-hour training workshops are aimed at any professionals working with children who present with, or are suspected of having, a neurodiverse condition. The workshops will outline current neuroscience and focus on how to integrate a neuro-sequential approach within professional practice. The training will be aimed at empowering staff to develop approaches and […]

£50

Charitable Trading

Online

This ONLINE workshop is a precursor to the Just Enterprise ‘Establishing a Trading Subsidiary’ workshop. During this session, participants will explore the law and how it applies to charity trading. You’ll discover what kinds of trading are permissible for charities, and how you can carry out non-charitable trading and still stay on the right side […]

Free

Changing decisions – Scottish benefits

Online

When a Scottish benefit is refused, an award is wrong or there is an overpayment, what steps can you take to put things right? You may already be familiar with the processes involved in changing DWP decisions, but the terminology, rules and processes for Scottish benefits are different. Social Security Scotland can make a ‘redetermination’ […]

Various - see CPAG in Scotland website

Young Mums Group

Bonnymuir Green Bonnymuir Place,, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom

Are you a mum under the age of 25, pregnant or going through postpartum with your baby? Come along to this Free group at Bonnymuir Green Space , Bonnymuir Center in the Rosemount area. The group is held every Tuesday from 11am- 12 pm . Come and chat with others, get support and have a […]

Free

ACVO Members Event: ACVO & Aberdeen Volunteer Co-ordinators Network Members Event

CLAN Cancer Support CLAN House, 120 Westburn Road, Aberdeen

International Volunteer Managers Day – Supporting Volunteers, Making a Difference Tuesday 5th November 2024 2.00pm-3.30pm at CLAN Cancer Support (Westburn Room), CLAN House, 120 Westburn Road, Aberdeen, AB25 2QA (location map) Join us as we mark International Volunteer Managers Day 2024. An important day of celebration where we reflect on the essential work everyone who […]

Free

Tenant And Residents Forum (TARF) – Meeting

Aberdeen Town House Broad Street, Aberdeen, United Kingdom

This is the group for tenants and residents who want to be more involved in the housing service. It is where tenants, residents and the Council work together to ensure effective and meaningful consultation and communication takes place. Members of this group gain an understanding of Council policies and procedures. It is also a way […]

Free

Sensory Awareness (Sight Loss and Deaf Awareness) Training

North East Sensory Services, 21 John Street, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom

Join our Sensory Awareness (Sight Loss and Deaf Awareness) Training to get a better understanding of the practical and emotional impact of sight loss, hearing loss, Deafness and deafblindness, and how you might communicate with and support someone who is living with a significant sensory impairment. The training takes place in two parts. The first […]