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Short breaks brokerage programme 2026–2027 📣

This programme is for colleagues working in short breaks in both the third and the public sector.

🗓️ Online introductory session: 15 July, 10.30am–12.00pm.

Register here: https://ow.ly/Yr4k50ZaZAI

#ShortBreaks #SharedCareScotland #RighttoaBreak
June 18, 2026 at 1:40 PM
carebreaks.bsky.social
Short breaks brokerage programme 2026–2027 📣

This programme is for colleagues working in short breaks in both the third and the public sector.

🗓️ Online introductory session: 15 July, 10.30am–12.00pm.

Register here: https://ow.ly/Yr4k50ZaZAI

#ShortBreaks #SharedCareScotland #RighttoaBreak
June 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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✔️Right to a Break: Our key themes

-Closing the implementation gap
-What makes a break meaningful
-The reality on the ground
-Clarity and confidence
-Fair access across Scotland
-Building a stronger picture

🙋‍♂️Agree?

https://ow.ly/b85450Z3aoX

#unpaidcarers #ShortBreaks #RightToaBreak
May 26, 2026 at 1:50 PM
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👉Out today: Our Right to a Break response following Scottish Government consultation around #RighttoaBreak, we've submitted our response

An important opportunity to bring #unpaidcarers voices into national conversation & influence how a future Right to a Break is designed

https://ow.ly/mygQ50Z390r
May 22, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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📰 Our April #ebulletin is now available.

Read all our latest updates: https://mailchi.mp/sharedcarescotland/march-2026-news-from-shared-care-scotland-13897009

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#SharedCareScotland #RightToABreak #NCO
April 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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📰 Our March ebulletin is now available.

Read the full ebulletin here: https://ow.ly/Ky9A50YBGem

Not subscribed? Visit our website to never miss an update: https://ow.ly/2y9p50YBGeu

#SharedCareScotland #RightToABreak #NationalCarerOrganisations #ShortBreaksFund #Ebulletin
April 1, 2026 at 10:44 AM
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This #WorldBookDay, we're highlighting the power of storytelling, showing positive impact to real people.

Read about how reading and storytelling can provide carers with a moment of relaxation 📖: https://ow.ly/SLiM50YmXvE

#SharedCareScotland #UnpaidCarers #RightToABreak #ShortBreaks

March 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Short breaks have many benefits to unpaid carers. Yet, only 7.5% report regularly or frequently receiving breaks. The right to a break must therefore be backed by sufficient investment and planning.

💻 sharedcarescotland.org.uk

#ShortBreaks #RightToABreak #SharedCareScotland
February 25, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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There's no 'one size fits all' for short breaks. Unpaid carers should have choice and control.

To deliver the right to a break, there must be sufficient investment, ensuring variety.

➡️ Find out more: sharedcarescotland.org.uk

#ShortBreaks #UnpaidCarers #SharedCareScotland #RightToABreak
February 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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National Carer Organisations call on all parties to commit to unpaid carer support before the 2026 election. Let's ensure breaks, allocate 25% of Carers Act funding, and provide Young Carer Training! #CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount #RightToABreak
January 30, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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National Carer Organisations urge all parties to support unpaid carers before the 2026 election: ✅ Guaranteed breaks
✅ 25% Carers Act funding for local support
✅ Mandatory Young Carer Training.
Only 7.5% get breaks!
#CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount #RightToABreak
January 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Unpaid carers must benefit from their #RightToABreak for sustainable care in Scotland! Accessible breaks reduce burnout and crisis. We're committed to securing this right with all parties ahead of the May 2026 elections!
January 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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The #RightToABreak is vital for unpaid carers' wellbeing. We must ensure access to meaningful breaks and funding to support them!
January 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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National Carer Organisations urge support for unpaid carers before the 2026 election. Only 7.5% get breaks! #CarersCantWait #CarersVotesCount #RightToABreak
January 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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📢On #CarersRightsDay, every unpaid carer deserves a break! Scotland’s new Right to a Break supports this vital need. Join us in advocating for all carers! Learn more: https://ow.ly/tNel50Xuzto #RightToABreak #CarerSupport #SharedCareScotland
November 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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📢Carers Rights Day! Know your rights to access support. We champion the Right to a Break in law. Let’s ensure all carers are informed! https://ow.ly/3XC750XuzcK #CarersRightsDay #KnowYourRights #RightToABreak #SharedCareScotland
November 20, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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Small grants. Big impact.
The #TimeToLive programme helps unpaid carers across Scotland take personalised breaks that support their wellbeing.
The #RightToABreak Bill now passed, we’re one step closer to making breaks accessible to all unpaid carers.
#CarersWeek2025 #ShortBreaksFund
June 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Small grants. Big impact.
The #TimeToLive programme helps unpaid carers across Scotland take personalised breaks that support their wellbeing.
The #RightToABreak Bill now passed, we’re one step closer to making breaks accessible to all unpaid carers.
#CarersWeek2025 #ShortBreaksFund
June 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Celebrating 10 years of #Respitality this #CarersWeek2025! 🎉

Unpaid carers from all over Scotland have found rest, thanks to short breaks gifted by the hospitality sector.

The #RightToABreak has passed at Stage 3 of the Care Reform (Scotland) Bill—a milestone for unpaid carers across Scotland.
June 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Celebrating 10 years of #Respitality this #CarersWeek2025! 🎉
From the Western Isles to the Borders, unpaid carers have found rest, thanks to short breaks gifted by the hospitality sector.
The #RightToABreak has passed at Stage 3 milestone of the Care Reform (Scotland) Bill.
June 14, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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With the #RightToABreak now passed as part of the Care Reform (Scotland) Bill at Stage 3 by the Scottish Parliament, there’s real hope that unpaid carers will finally overcome barriers like cost, lack of services and emotional strain.


#CarersWeek2025 #ScotlandCares
June 14, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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“I feel invisible. I’ve lost who I am.”
Nearly half of unpaid carers said caring leaves no time for themselves.
Breaks are essential for supporting good mental health and wellbeing.
The #RightToABreak has now been passed —a vital step for Scotland’s unpaid carers.
#CarersWeek2025 #SharedCareScotland
June 14, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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54% of carers and former carers said they faced disadvantages in looking after their own health and 50% in their ability to take a break from caring.

The #RightToABreak has passed Stage 3. Now it must be delivered. #CarersWeek2025 #RightToABreak
June 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Unpaid carers deserve real breaks to protect their wellbeing.
63% of unpaid carers felt overwhelmed by caring because they have not had a break from caring.

The #RightToABreak has passed Stage 3. Now it must be delivered.
#CarersWeek2025 #RightToABreak
June 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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“I feel invisible. I’ve lost who I am.”
Half of unpaid carers said caring leaves no time for themselves.

Breaks are essential for supporting good mental health and wellbeing.

The #RightToABreak has now been passed —a vital step for Scotland’s unpaid carers.
#CarersWeek2025 #SharedCareScotland
June 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM