Why join a group?
Who Cares? Scotland local groups are a great way to get involved, have fun and meet other Care Experienced people.
What types of groups are on offer?
We have several regular groups happening across the country, catering to a variety of ages and interests.
Some of our groups are just for fun and will run arts and crafts, hang outs, day trips, games and chillouts. Other groups, including Champions Boards, are focussed on changing care for the better and elevating the voices of Care Experienced people.
What’s on?
Find out if there’s a Who Cares? Scotland group happening near you. If you’d like any more support, you can contact our National Office on 0141 226 4441 or email us at hello@whocaresscotland.org.
Our groups
East Lothian
East Lothian Champions Board
Age group: 14-26
East Lothian Champions Board acts as an interface between Care Experienced people and the Local Authority to raise issues and create change within the care system.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Sophie – smorris@whocaresscotland.org.
Midlothian
Midlothian Champs Group
Age group: 14-26
East Lothian Champions Board acts as an interface between Care Experienced people and the Local Authority to raise issues and create change within the care system.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Lisa – lmccrae@whocaresscotland.org
Moray
Little Fix
Age group: 10-14
Little Fix is an activity group for Care Experienced young people.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Paula at pcampbell@whocaresscotland.org
North Lanarkshire
Crafty Foxes
Age group: 8-12
Crafty Foxes is an arts and crafts group for Care Experienced young people. They meet once a fortnight, Tuesdays 5pm – 6.30pm, in Bellshill.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Laura – lcampbell@whocarescotland.org or Jacqueline – Jmclachlan@whocaresscotland.org
TNT (Today Not Tomorrow)
Age group: 14-26
TNT is a group of Care Experienced young people. Their role is:
- To raise issues that affect the Care Experienced community
- To raise the profile of Care Experienced People in North Lanarkshire
- Work with partners on topical issues
- Create change in the care system
- To champion, challenge and change how North Lanarkshire cares for its Care Experienced Community
- Hold Champions Board Meetings every 3 months
- Create a network of peers to support activity
They meet once a fortnight, Mondays, 6pm-8pm, in Bellshill and 3 times per year with the Champions Board, Wednesdays 6pm – 7.30pm.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Laura – lcampbell@whocarescotland.org
Facebook: TNT – Today Not Tomorrow
Twitter: @NLChampsTNT
Instagram: @TNT_Today_Not_Tomorrow
Magic in the Middle
Age group: 12-16
This is our brand-new group for 12–16-year-olds. They meet once a fortnight, Wednesdays 6pm – 8pm, in Bellshill.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Laura – lcampbell@whocarescotland.org,
Renfrewshire
Who Crafts Scotland
Age groups: 9-14
Who Crafts? Scotland is an arts and crafts group for Care Experienced young people.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Lauren Hall – lhall@whocarescotland.org.
The Wee Diamonds
Age: 6-14
The Wee Diamonds are an activity and arts and crafts group for children.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Julie at lhall@whocarescotland.org.
The Chill Out
Age group: 11-22
The Chill Out is an activity group for Care Experienced young people.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Lauren Hall – lhall@whocarescotland.org.
Shetland
#ShetlandCrew
The #ShetlandCrew is an activity and campaigning group.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Sian Wild – swild@whocaresscotland.org
South Ayrshire
South Ayrshire Champions Board
Age group: 14-26
South Ayrshire Champions Board acts as an interface between Care Experienced people and the Local Authority to raise issues and create change within the care system.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Sheryl – skay@whocaresscotland.org
South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire Champions Board
Age group: 14-26
South Lanarkshire’s Champions Board acts as an interface between Care Experienced people and the Local Authority to raise issues and create change within the care system.
Contact info:
For more information about this group, you can get in touch with Callum – cholt@whocaresscotland.org or Jacqueline – Jmclachlan@whocaresscotland.org
Twitter: @SouthLanChamps
Facebook: South Lanarkshire Champions Board
