	CARERS of WEST LOTHIAN Providing Support, Information and a Voice for Carers in West Lothian

Some (hopefully relevant and useful) Links

carers.org (The Princess Royal Trust for Carers) Carers Centre network throughout the United Kingdom; to enable the provision of information, counselling and support for carers; to raise the public awareness of the needs of carers and to recognise the contribution they make to society.

carersnet.org The official web site of the Coalition of Carers in Scotland - an information network designed for carers, carer groups and organisations, and for people working with carers.

West Lothian Online West Lothian Council's website giving information on living, public services, business and visiting in and around West Lothian.

DWP (Formerly the DSS) This A-Z listing gives you information about DWP benefits and services.

Health Scotland Scotland's most comprehensive source of health education and health promotion resources, services and information.

NHS Lothian Incorporating the West Lothian Healthcare Division.

VOCAL A carer led PRTC Carers Centre based in Edinburgh that provides advice, information, training, advocacy and counselling for carers throughout the Lothians. The site lists information about carers support and services, carers rights, breaks from caring and financial help.

Carer of East Lothian Carers Centre - The Musselburgh based PRTC centre that covers East Lothian. Their website includes information and useful links.

The Help Centre Based in Cross house, Linlithgow, the Help Centre aims to provide information and support. Their website includes many links that could be useful to carers.

Carers Scotland - is the Scottish national office of Carers UK. It is the only Scottish carer-led organisation working for all carers. Carers Scotland campaigns for a better understanding of the issues affecting carers and services needed for carers.