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Useful Resources and Links

Plan More, Stress Less Toolkit

This toolkit is aimed at helping people think and plan ahead, helping to reduce stress in times of crisis.The toolkit contains 2 planning tools as well as the opportunity to attend a live online session which talks about what paperwork we can complete before a crisis arises, what actually happens when someone goes into hospital and how we can all work together to plan for a safe and timely discharge.

Understanding the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016

The Coalition of Carers have worked with a variety of carers, carer organisations and health and social care staff to design leaflets for carers. They let you know about your rights and what to expect when you are


All of these can be downloaded from the Coalition of Carers website.

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Useful Websites and Contact Information

Care Information Scotland

Care Information Scotland provide information about care services for people living in Scotland.

Carers Scotland

Carers Scotland provide advice, information and support to all carers.

Carers Trust

Carers Trust works to improve support, services and recognition for all unpaid carers.

NHS Inform

NHS Inform is Scotland’s national health information service. You can find information to help make informed decisions.

Right Care, Right Time

These pages explain how and when to access services. 

Support and Information Services (NHSGGC)

This service provides support including money advice and carers support. Anyone can use the service and you will find centres in lots of our hospitals.