Tackling Poverty & Inequalities Aberdeenshire

Our partners for the Aberdeenshire Carers Service VSA, are hosting a series of pop-up events open to all unpaid carers.
The team will be able to help you understand your rights as an unpaid carer, your role when your loved one is discharged from hospital, more about Adult Carer Support Plans and where you can access support and help.
They are all completely free to attend so pop in to find out more!

NHS Grampian Aberdeenshire Council

Interested in applying to Year 5 of the Scottish Government’s Just Transition PB Fund? Not sure how the fund works, have an idea for a project but need guidance, want to learn more about successful projects?

Join our webinar and speak to our specialist team who will take you through the fund 👇

📍Online (Teams)
⏰ Monday 25th May
📆 7pm-8pm
🔗 ava.tfaforms.net/f/JTPBFundOverviewPresentation

Community groups and third sector organisations in , & can apply for a share of £1 million to support green, sustainable projects that make a real impact. Apply for up to £50,000 to bring your eco-friendly ideas to life!

www.jtpbfund.scot

We’re Hiring: Support Librarian

Are you passionate about libraries, creative programming and connecting communities?

We are looking for a Support Librarian to lead and develop an exciting programme of events, workshops and outreach initiatives across Aberdeenshire. From author events and holiday programmes to community outreach and heritage sessions, this is your chance to make a real impact.

💼 Location: Oldmeldrum (ALIS HQ)
⏰ Hours: 36.25 per week
📅 Closing date: 9 June 2026

Bring your ideas to life and help shape vibrant, inclusive library spaces.

👉 Apply now: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/aberdeenshire-council/jobs/support-librarian-events-development-47139

📣 WE ARE RECRUITING – SUPPORT SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR 📣

An exciting opportunity exists for someone with a passion, flair and innovation within our Support Services Team, as a

👨‍🦰👩 Support Services Administrator
🕗 35 hours p/w
📆 24 months fixed term contract
💴 £34,619 - £35,340
📍 Aberdeen/Hybrid

For full Job Description, Person Spec and to apply go to our website:
https://www.grampianhousing.co.uk/jobs

Closing date for applications 27th May 2026.

Mandy from Scarf will be with us on Friday offering free advice on utilities debt, grants and how to make your home more energy efficient.

No appointment needed, just pop in to the Living Room and have a cuppa while you wait. ☕️

The Living Room is open -

❤️Wednesday 10.00am to 2.00pm
💜Thursday 10.00am to 4.00pm
💛Friday 10.00am to 2.00pm

You will find us in the Stonehaven Community Centre. 👋🏻

Home Heating Advice have launched their Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme. homeheatingadvice.scot

The scheme aims to support households facing increased costs of oil or LPG for heating.
Applications are open online or households can call 0800 048 7413 for assistance.

Further information can be found by accessing the website.

homeheatingadvice.scot

An amazing event is being held on the 10th of March for youths in Fraserburgh, giving youths a chance to speak with attending organisations, create new opportunities, and see what's available for them. The event takes place at Fraserburgh Community and Sports Centre from 12:30pm-6pm. Feel free to pop along!

‼️We are looking to hear from you
If you have received support from Aberdeenshire Council's Money Advice & Welfare Rights team, we kindly ask that you participate in the following survey made by our Foundation Apprentice. The survey will take around 5 minutes to complete (is completely anonymous) and is intended to explore the most effective ways people communicate with services.

forms.office.com

Scottish Child Payment is part of our five family payments and helps balance family costs if you get Universal Credit or other qualifying benefits.

You can get the payments for as many children as you look after if you are their parent or main carer - including kinship carers.

Find out more at: bit.ly/ScottishChildPayment26

A new opportunity for you to join Tackling Poverty & Inequalities Lived Experience Panel! If you would like to take part in this panel, please get in touch with Agnes Carter Work on facebook or at [email protected] .