Who Cares? Scotland: Coronavirus Support
Are you worried about coronavirus and need someone to talk to? Who Cares? Scotland provides support for care experienced young people. They are there to help, with a friendly voice at the end of a phone, access to advice and information, and with practical support where possible.
Sleep Scotland
Sleep Scotland is the UK’s longest-established children’s sleep charity. They promote healthy sleep for children and young people through sleep counselling, education, and by raising sleep awareness. Check out their website for 10 steps to better sleep, and other resources.
Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action (AVA)
AVA are part of a Scotland-wide network of Third Sector Interfaces (TSIs) – they are one of 32 working with communities across the country. AVA is Aberdeenshire’s TSI, and their mission is to promote the growth of strong, resilient, communities in Aberdeenshire by connecting, supporting, and representing volunteers, charities, community-led organisations, and social enterprises collectively […]
Coronavirus Community Assistance Directory
This website has been rapidly developed in order to help people and communities search for and share offers of local help in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. To help people search for and offer help more easily, it is open for anyone to use. Please note that this website covers social and community assistance, not […]
Youth Team Aberdeen
The Youth Team Aberdeen Facebook page has been designed to share information such as upcoming events, job opportunities and advice on where you can access support.
Living Life to the Full – For Young People
The Living Life to the Full – For Young People website has lots of resources to help improve yourself and keep you busy. During the current coronavirus climate, they are offering free registration and access to all courses until 30th June.
Families Outside
Families Outside is the only national charity in Scotland working exclusively on behalf of families affected by imprisonment. They speak to thousands of families each year, providing information and support on issues such as housing, finance, and emotional support. Their helpline, 0800 254 0088, provides impartial information and support and is often the first port of […]
Aberdeen City Council Crisis Support Line
Aberdeen City Council has a free crisis support line for those hardest hit, who are unable to find a link to support on their dedicated Coronavirus support page or through existing networks. The number 0800 0304 713 and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. From 8am to 8pm you can contact […]
What Are My Skills?
Skills are things you learn, that help you do other things. You might pick them up through work, study or activities you do in your spare time. And when you’re applying for jobs, they’ll be the things that convince employers that you’re the right person for the job. If you’re able to recognise and talk about […]
Aberdeen Cyrenians
Aberdeen Cyrenians supports people experiencing hardship and can provide practical assistance with food, toiletries, baby items and clothing. There is likely to be a very high demand during this time and given their resources, they may not be possible to support everyone. They will therefore attempt to respond to the greatest need first. Priority groups […]