The Snakes and Ladders of Supported Parenting Conference has been developed by Aberlour and NHS Fife. The two organisations have undertaken a series of exchange visits for service staff and health and social care colleagues across South Ayrshire and Fife through funding from the Keys to Life Development Fund. Aberlour’s Family Service in South Ayrshire … Continued
We would like to congratulate Fiona Duncan on her appointment as the independent Chair of the Scottish Government’s upcoming “root and branch” care system review. We are hugely encouraged by Fiona’s appointment. We know that her professional background within the Third Sector and many years of experience working alongside organisations that support vulnerable children, young … Continued
The findings emerged from health and social science researchers’ independent evaluation of Aberlour Perinatal Befriending Support Service, which launched in 2015. The service helps new mothers with mental health issues who are at risk of becoming socially isolated immediately before and after giving birth. The report, Aberlour Perinatal Befriending Support Service: An Evaluation of the … Continued
The award was given to Catriona MacSween in recognition of the Scottish Guardianship Service’s child-centred model of practice with unaccompanied, separated and trafficked children in Scotland. The support the service provides to young vulnerable asylum-seeking children, some of whom are trafficked and exploited in Scotland, is unrivalled in the United Kingdom, serving as a template … Continued
Aberlour’s CEO SallyAnn Kelly has co-signed a letter to the Scottish Government with a coalition of children’s charities. The letter highlight the importance of early intervention and prevention mental health services and support for children and young people in Scotland.
Aberlour Briefing for Scottish Government Debate: Improving the Care Experience for Looked After Children – 20th December 2016 Introduction Aberlour was first founded as an orphanage in 1875 and has been providing residential childcare ever since. We currently provide specialist residential care, foster care and education support to children and young people from across Scotland, … Continued
The Dowans Hotel in Aberlour held a festive market and firework night on Saturday the 3rd of December. The market was a huge success, with 30 local businesses showcasing everything from handmade crafts to confectionery. Entertainment was provided in the form of the Kinloss military wives choir. Over 300 people attended attended the event, enjoying … Continued
Val Surgenor, Chair of the Board at Aberlour, is now a member of The Scottish Fundraising Implementation Group’s Independent Fundraising Standards & Adjudication Panel, which will oversee standards and complaints about charities in Scotland. The panel will be chaired by Alison Elliot, associate director of the Centre for Theology and Public Issues, University of Edinburgh, and will include Val Surgenor, … Continued
TWO major Scottish charities are coming together to lead a campaign against domestic abuse. Aberlour and Shelter Scotland will be hosting a roadshow of community events, featuring a touring exhibition of hard-hitting photography and ‘conversation cafes’ on the theme of violence against women. The stark imagery is designed to prompt discussion about the issue of … Continued
A COUPLE of years ago when he was manager of Chelsea FC, Jose Mourinho lashed out at his rival Arsene Wenger calling him a specialist in failure. It was a headline-grabbing, harsh remark that fuelled the continuing war of words between the two managers. Recently, after watching an STV documentary about the care system in … Continued
We warmly welcome the independent review of the care system as outlined in the First Minister’s speech on Saturday. As Scotland’s children’s charity, Aberlour has campaigned alongside and on behalf of children and young people for many years. We believe there are many areas of great practice across Scotland but the current system lacks consistency and … Continued
AN ABERLOUR disability project unveiled its brand new sensory garden, at a family fun day. Aberlour Options – Moray held the event in September to celebrate the completion of the newly renovated grounds. The service offers respite breaks to children and young people with a range of physical and learning disabilities. Many of the … Continued
In May 2016, the CEO of Aberlour, SallyAnn Kelly, Assistant Director Liz Nolan and Perinatal Support Coordinator Angie Rennie, were invited to join The Templeton Expert Group. The group, comprised of individuals and representatives of organisations actively involved in delivery of care, education and research in the field of perinatal and infant mental health, met to discuss … Continued
Kerr Stirling are set to kick off a year’s fundraising for Aberlour, by taking on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk. The Stirling-based law firm has chosen Aberlour – Scotland’s Children’s Charity, to be its charity of the year and will be working hard to raise funds for the children, young people and families the charity supports across … Continued
NEW research into the issue of mothers and babies in prison has been unveiled, following a collaborative project between Aberlour, The University of Stirling and The Centre for Child Wellbeing and Protection. Findings suggest that the current arrangements in Scotland do not adequately account for the often complex needs of imprisoned mothers, who have often had … Continued
A NEW cohort of North-east childcare professionals have received qualifications after undergoing training with Aberlour. A total of 85 students, including 17 Modern Apprentices, celebrated their success at an awards ceremony held at the Copthorne Hotel. They had all completed training with Aberlour Futures – Aberdeen City and Shire, a non-profit making SVQ training and … Continued
AN ENHANCED model for fundraising regulation in Scotland will see greater responsibility placed on charities and OSCR to ensure good practice. This approach has been agreed by the Scottish Fundraising Working Group, convened by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) and follows extensive consultation with charities and the general public. At Aberlour, we recognise … Continued
Aberlour has signed a collaboration agreement with The University of Stirling’s new Centre for Child Wellbeing and Protection. Building on a strong existing partnership, they have committed to work closely together on projects that help develop research, education, training and student volunteering to promote the wellbeing and protection of children in Scotland and beyond. Professor Brigid … Continued
