Voluntary Organisations

Carers Scotland Carers UK is the voice of carers and the leading campaigning, policy and information organisation for carers.

The Equality and Human Rights Commission Scotland champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.

Mental Health Foundation
aims to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems. Their website contains latest news and events on mental health issues, and information on problems, treatments and strategies for living with mental distress.

Samaritans
offer a 24 hour phone line for people in distress from local branches.

Scottish Association for Mental Health
is a leading national charity working to support people who experience mental health difficulties and distress.

SCVO is the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, the national body that represents voluntary organisations across Scotland.