Cancer Support Scotland We talked to Stephanie Quigley, service manager with Cancer Support Scotland,“Cancer Support Scotland is a charity that has been supporting the wellbeing of people affected by cancer,Due to the detrimental impact Covid-19 had on people’s mental health and not being able to access face,minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer, due to these alarming figures and more significantly Covid,-19 there were increased rates of anxiety, depression and complex trauma.

Coronavirus / COVID-19 Analysis of support calls with leaders, key themes, emerging issues etc.

Initial snapshot from SCDC Covid-19 / Coronavirus survey, looking at key issues and potential solutions,Funding for supplies and community support: Community organisations require funding to pay for supplies,Moving what we do online: Community organisations need guidance, support for volunteers/ staff and the,Some are receiving in-kind support from other local organisations already.,Groups also require support to increase food donations.

CRNS have published their impact report on supporting Scottish communities during Covid-19.,The report covers: Beyond Covid-19 – 2020 has been a tremendously difficult year for the community resources,-19.,They don’t recycle materials and repair products; they help people back into work and support some of,vulnerable during Covid-19 for example by furnishing temporary accommodation and making face coverings

This research explores how peer support in Scotland has adapted to a digital world with creativity and,flexibility during Covid-19 restrictions.,Key learning from the research: Support during lockdown was innovative and responsive: Flexibility was,a key enabler of success The digital divide was a key barrier Facilitators need support to make this,approach work Remote peer support worked for a lot of people

Coronavirus / COVID-19 In this paper CAF outline a number of immediate and medium term measures they,believe could be taken to support charities at this difficult time.,The CAF proposals focus on recommendations for: Government support for giving Repurposing public and,bring forward the kinds of gifts they might make in their will – this could give valuable additional support