ScotsCare's new poster!
ScotsCare are please to release a copy of the image that will be used in a new poster campaign, to highlight our support for single parents.
ScotsCare’s Chief Executive to tame Nessie!
ScotsCare’s running man, Chief Executive, Willie Docherty is hoping the Loch Ness Marathon isn’t a monster task as he gets his running shoes back on! Willie is in training for the event which will take place on the 5th of October this year. Last year’s series of half marathons across the country raised nearly £5,000 and this year we want you to help us raise even more.
We are hoping Willie’s first full marathon attempt in four year’s will help us raise £10,000 which will be used towards supplying children’s grants to the 350 children, we are in touch with, whose families live on low income or income support. All the money raised will go directly to vulnerable children, so let’s try and raise as much as we possibly can. You can donate via our website www.scotscare.com or send us a cheque. You can also, download a fundraising pack from our website, or call us on 0800 652 2989 and we will send you a pack by post.
We will keep you informed on Willie’s progress; we all hope the finishing line doesn’t prove as elusive as Nessie herself.
Helping Us (Volunteer Profile) Anne Rungen
SS: What do you do at ScotsCare?
AR: I am a befriender and a reception volunteer.
SS: How long have you been a befriender?
AR: I have been befriending for around 18 months, working with an elderly client with multiple
health issues. Unfortunately she passed away recently but I would like to start working with a
new client.
SS: Why did you start befriending?
AR: I answered an ad looking for volunteers at ScotsCare. As I am from Perth, I wanted to be
involved with Scots and because I was working full time, befriending seemed ideal as it not only
fitted in with my schedule but I felt it would be something really worthwhile to be involved with.
SS: What’s the best thing about befriending?
AR: Feeling that you have really made a difference in someone’s life. My client was almost completely house bound with no family in London. I was practically her only social outlet. We would play cards or dominoes or just sit and have a good chat.
I like to think it made a difference.
If you would like to become a befriender, or be involved in any of our other volunteering
opportunities, or have a befriender visit you, contact ralph@scotscare.com or
call us at 0800 652 2989.
Competition
We hope you have all noticed our new photograph which will be used in a poster to highlight our support for single parents, (We’ll give you a clue, it’s on this newsletter). If you would like to be the proud owner of the tartan backpack used in the picture then answer this simple question;
Which London landmark appears on the new poster?
a) Tower Bridge b) The Gherkin c) Big Ben
To enter, either send us a postcard with your answer to:
ScotsCare, Freepost, 37 King St, WC2E 7BR.
email: newsletter@scotscare.com or call on: 02072403718.
Good Luck!
Property openings
We currently have 1 vacancy at our Rothesay Court development in SE12. Flat 32 is a 2nd floor, 2 bedroom flat with private living room, bathroom and kitchen. If you would like to apply,
contact Rebecca, rebecca@scotscare.com or 0800 652 2989.
McKellar Vs McDonalds
Interested in saving money, improving your health and eating better?
Chef Marti McKellar (a Scots lass herself who has cooked and taught in Soho, Budapest and Bosnia) has offered to run a free pilot workshop for ScotsCare clients. This is a great chance to make some new friends, learn how to prepare a simple meal from fresh ingredients, find out where to find food bargains and learn how to save money by cooking more at home. The workshop will take place on Wednesday 13 August, in WC2, from 2-5pm, followed by time to sit down together and eat the meal cooked by the group. To book a
place, please call Una on 0800 652 2989 or email una@scotscare.com.
St Andrews Dinner
ScotsCare are pleased to announce that the 343rd St Andrews Day Festival Dinner will be held in the prestigious Caledonian Club on Fri 28th November. Last year’s event was a wonderful night and we hope that this year’s event will also be a great success. Tickets are priced at £50 which includes a sumptuous 3 course meal with drinks and entertainment. If you would like to join us for this traditional evening of Scottish company and fare, please use our secure payment system to book online via website. Alternatively, send a cheque to us with your full details to: Ross Trevail, ScotsCare, 37 King St, Covent Garden, WC2E 8JS.
We look forward to seeing you on the night.
Staff Profile, Fay McDougall
SS: What is your name?
FM: Fay McDougall.
SS: What do you do at ScotsCare?
FM: I am a client support worker.
SS: Do you have a middle name?
FM: No but I used to pretend it was King when I was a kid.
SS: What age are you
(you don’t have to tell us!!!)?
FM: 31.
SS: What is your connection to Scotland?
FM: My Dad is from Govan.
SS: What is your connection to London?
FM: No connection besides the fact I live here.
SS: What surprising things are you good at?
FM: I can drive a car well which is surprising as I have terrible co-ordination. I also make very good banana bread.
SS: What do you like about working with ScotsCare?
FM: Helping folk and the very nice working atmosphere.
SS: Where is your favourite place in Scotland?
FM: I am rather fond of Glasgow.
SS: Where is your favourite place in London?
FM: Brick Lane especially on a Sunday morning.
SS: What is your motto in life?
FM: Try it…you might like it.
SS: What is your favourite way to relax?
FM: Laying down whilst listening to music.
SS: Tell us something else you like to do other than your work
with ScotsCare?
FM: Going to music gigs and pottering about with my friends.
SS: Do you have a pet?
FM: No, but I am very fond of cats.
SS: Where did you last go on holiday?
FM: Île de Ré which is an island of the west coast of France.
SS: What do you like most about Scottish culture or people?
FM: Humour.
A bit of fresh air
Over 100 children, parents and grandparents joined us on three days of outings to the Kent countryside in April. We visited the Rare Breeds Centre, a charity which runs a 120 acre farm with historic breeds of animals, play barns, outdoor assault courses and much much more. We met the animals, went on trailer rides round the farm, visited the lambing tunnel and crawled though the straw maze in the barn. The highlight of the day was the pig racing, where four young pigs competed, cheered on by hundreds of screaming children (and a few adults). On the second day, Liam O Shea from our group placed the winning bet (no money involved, just a large rosette for the winner!) and got a big round of applause.
and a little science
110 children and their parents joined us for a day out at the Museum of Natural History during half term week in May. As well as the dinosaurs and gemstones on view, a special attraction was the Butterfly exhibition where visitors could walk through tents filled with hundreds of live butterflies. Thanks to
the Museum for providing meeting space and guides - ScotsCare was the biggest community group that had visited the museum so it’s nice to know we are leading the way.
ScotsCare tip:
Elderly or disabled clients can now access a service called Comcab which is a subsidised taxi service. On a fare up to £11.80, you only pay £1.50. If the fare is over £11.80 then you would pay the £1.50 plus the extra costs. These journeys are limited per month and this varies from borough to borough. To check if you are eligible for this service, speak to your council where you can also get an application form. Alternatively call Comcab direct on 0207 4842929 to apply.
Credit Crunch
We all know about the credit crunch and we are sure you are all worried about how it may affect you. If you are on low income or income support and struggling with the cost of living, you may be entitled to financial assistance from ScotsCare. We can supply children’s grants, household grants, training grants and many other services so if the credit crunch has got you in a squeeze, get in touch and see if we can ease the pressure.
Competition
A little boy has lost his Granddad in a shopping centre, a policeman comes to help. “What’s happened son?” says the policeman. “I’ve lost my Granddad!” replies the crying
little boy. “Well, what’s he like?” the policeman asks. “Whisky and women in short skirts” says the little boy.
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