SDSS Events
We have a limited number of places available for SDSS members to participate in Disability Equality training delivered by Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living. The cost £60.00 per person, however, we are able to discuss your organisation’s needs in order to support you to attend. LCiL training aims to enable people to gain a […]
We have a limited number of places available for SDSS members to participate in Disability Equality training delivered by Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living. The cost £60.00 per person, however, we are able to discuss your organisation’s needs in order to support you to attend. LCiL training aims to enable people to gain a […]
The SDSS AGM is a members-only event and an opportunity to catch up with fellow SDS Independent Support Organisations and hear about exciting work from across Scotland. Booking details and more information coming soon.
Past Events
Disclosure Scotland are keen to engage with key stakeholders to discuss the future of legislation underpinning the Protection of Vulnerable Groups and the Disclosure of Criminal Information.` In 2018, Disclosure Scotland carried out a public consultation on the future of Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme (report available here). The responses have contributed to shaping proposals that aim to […]
Disclosure Scotland are keen to engage with key stakeholders to discuss the future of legislation underpinning the Protection of Vulnerable Groups and the Disclosure of Criminal Information.` In 2018, Disclosure Scotland carried out a public consultation on the future of Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme (report available here). The responses have contributed to shaping proposals that aim […]
Disclosure Scotland are keen to engage with key stakeholders to discuss the future of legislation underpinning the Protection of Vulnerable Groups and the Disclosure of Criminal Information.` In 2018, Disclosure Scotland carried out a public consultation on the future of Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme (report available here). The responses have contributed to shaping proposals that aim […]
Self Directed Support Forth Valley and the Personal Assistants Network are hosting an informative event for Personal Assistants and PA Employers to get together, share experiences, find out what support is available and get involved in the local SDS community. Join them for a day of presentations, interactive workshops, Q&A sessions and networking opportunities enabling […]
The Highland SDS Stakeholder Group will be meeting 4 times a year to look at people’s experiences of trying to access and make use of social care (now called Self Directed Support) to meet their needs. The meetings will bring together people using services, their carers, people working for voluntary sector organisations and staff working […]
SDS National Voice 2019 is an event that will promote and showcase good Self-directed Support practice all over Scotland. This year the theme is ‘Local Stories’ as we aim to highlight how SDS is being implemented in a range of local areas. We are delighted that Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, Jeane Freeman MSP, will […]
The Highland SDS Stakeholder Group will be meeting 4 times a year to look at people’s experiences of trying to access and make use of social care (now called Self Directed Support) to meet their needs. The meetings will bring together people using services, their carers, people working for voluntary sector organisations and staff working […]
The Highland SDS Stakeholder Group will be meeting 4 times a year to look at people’s experiences of trying to access and make use of social care (now called Self Directed Support) to meet their needs. The meetings will bring together people using services, their carers, people working for voluntary sector organisations and staff working […]
Launch of the SDS Collective! The SDS Collective is a group of advocacy and campaigning organisations which have come together to promote improved practice in the development of Self-Directed Support in Scotland. Recognising that Self-Directed Support is the mainstream form of social care provision in Scotland, the SDS Collective exists to address the restrictions on […]
The SDSS AGM 2018 ‘Getting out of the woods’ is a members only event and an opportunity to discuss the work of SDSS over the last 12 months, highlight key achievements and challenges and for members to have a say about the future work and governance of SDSS. We are hosting this year’s AGM in partnership with a local member SDS Forum […]