Fourth Valley College
Fourth Valley College is a leading provider of further and higher education offering a wide range of courses and training opportunities. Their dynamic provision ranges from access to degree level and includes full-time and part-time courses, evening classes, flexible and online learning, vocational qualifications and business training courses.
Gen R 8 Housing Service – Action for Children
Their service assists young people, between the ages of 16 – 24, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Bowmar Sound Space
Bowmar Sound Space is a community based recording studio and rehearsal space for all types of performers based at the Bowmar Centre, Scott Crescent, Alloa. The studio is staffed by experienced musicians who have a broad range of experience to tap into. They have all tutored, recorded and gigged over a number of years. The studio […]
Shout – Free Mental Health Text Support
Shout is the UK’s first 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Shout is powered by a team of volunteers, who are at the heart of the service. We take people from […]
Rent Deposit Scheme – Simon Community Scotland
The Rent Deposit Scheme (RDS) has been set up to support young people 16 – 25 to access their own tenancy in a private let. RDS will support you to find a private let, support you with funding and cover your deposit. The RDS also provides tenancy support once you have gained your own tenancy.
University of Stirling
The University of Stirling has always been driven by transformative thinking and a spirit of innovation. their mission is to do everything they can to give their students the knowledge and expertise to make their impact in the world.
LGBT+ Youtube
LGBT Youth Scotland has their own YouTube channel that will keep you up to date with their latest events and campaigns.
SAAS & Other Benefits
You may be entitled to different benefits – financial support from the government – which can help pay for the things you need. This link will take you to a page that will help identify what benefits you can apply for. It will also let you know if applying for benefits will impact your SAAS […]
Writing a Personal Statement
A personal statement is a short summary of your education and work experiences and achievements. If you are applying to a college or university course or even an apprenticeship you will need to create a personal statement. A personal statement is an opportunity to sell yourself, as different courses and apprenticeships can be quite competitive. […]
Best Fitness Apps
This article gives you some examples of free apps you can download to your phone to help you improve your fitness and physical health which in turn will improve your mental health and well being.