AILN in partnership with The Skills Network are delighted to offer anyone who fits the criteria below, the opportunity to complete  distance learning courses at no cost to the participant, thanks to the Scottish Funding Council and in partnership with West College Scotland and North East Scotland College.  The Skills Network have created an AILN Micro site and we have focused the learning around Health and social care.

These courses are all delivered via distance learning, to fit around peoples schedules, allowing people to study at a time that suits them. Learners can do up to 7 courses per year providing they are completed 1 by 1 and meet the criteria below.

• 16+ as of 31 August 2022
• Lived in the EU for 3+ years
• Not in full time education
• Not currently enrolled on any equivalent courses.
• Not completed the same course previously

Anyone can check out the courses and register via the link below, any problems or additional questions, people can contact me and we will be having virtual information sessions soon:

https://ailn.theskillsnetwork.com/

Barnardos are recruiting!

Barnardos are recruiting as part of the ADPs commitment to develop a Whole Family Approach Team and improve access to support for young people and families.  These posts will be funded through the funding the ADP received from the Corra Foundation Children & Families Fund.  Information on each of the posts can be found below:

• Family Support Worker – PW3 Barnardos | Careers
• Family Support Worker – PW2 Barnardos | Careers

South Ayrshire Recovery Festival

RecoveryAyr and ADP are hosting a free event on Saturday 2^nd September from 11.30am – 4.30pm at Rozelle Park in Ayr.  The event will have a range of different activities for all the family, including live music, a football tournament, face painting, relaxation and alternative therapies.  Further information can be found on the attached posters.

Agreement on National Care Service accountability reached

An update on the National Care Service Bill has been provided by the Scottish Government.  Click link above for further information.

A Human Rights Bill for Scotland

The Scottish Government have published further materials for the consultation on proposals for a new Human Rights Bill for Scotland.  These materials will allow the consultation to be more accessible, which should encourage engagement.  Click link above for further information.

Free Digital Health Workshop

The Alliance is partnering up with VOCAL Edinburgh to deliver an in-person workshop for carers.  The workshop will raise awareness of digital health tools and resources that can support health and wellbeing for yourself and the person you are caring for. The event will take place on 2^nd August 2023 from 12noon – 2pm.  Click link above for further information.

The Alliance Concert for Caring

The Alliance are hosting a pre-concert reception with partners, at the Concert for Caring on 10^th September 2023.  Click link above for further information.

South Ayrshire Council ( Deveron Road, Troon) (Temporary Prohibition of Waiting) Notice 2023

The above Temporary Notice, which comes into force on 31/07/2023, imposes restriction on the following roads:

• Deveron Road
• Staffin Road

Please find attached a copy of the Temporary Notice.

A copy of the plan relating to the Notice can be found online at https://www.tellmescotland.gov.uk/notices/south-

SAC10166_Plan SAC10166_TemporaryNotice

Chef Advert 2023

The Carrick Centre in Maybole is recruiting

The Carrick Centre in Maybole is looking for a seasonal chef/cook to assist them over the busy holiday period. The job advertisement is attached.  If you would like any further information, please contact Heather Stowe at heather.stowe@carrickcentre.co.uk.

The ALLIANCE responds to the Scottish Mental Health Law Review

The ALLIANCE advises that urgent action is required to ensure that changes are implemented, following Scottish Governments response to the Scottish Mental Health Law Review.  Click link above for further information.

Women’s experiences of discrimination and the impact on health

The ALLIANCE supported the Scottish Government research study that was conducted as part of Women’s Health plan.  Click link above for further information.

Further investment in cancer support services

A further investment of £9 million has been granted to a programme which supports cancer patients and their families deal with the financial, emotional and physical health effects of the disease.  Click link above for further information.

·      Main Pool closed – 5pm Sunday 23^rd July 2023

·      Main Pool reopens – 7am Monday 14^th August 2023

·      Teaching Pool closed – 5pm Sunday 13^th August 2023

·      Teaching Pool reopens – 9am Monday 28^th August 2023

July issue of our Business Beat newsletter

South Ayrshire Council ( SOUTH BEACH , Troon) (Temporary Prohibition of Waiting) Order 2023

The above Order, which comes into force on 09/08/2023, imposes restriction on the following roads:

• South Beach

Please find attached a copy of the Public Notice, which will be published in the local press on 19/07/2023

A copy of the plan relating to the Order can be found online at https://www.tellmescotland.gov.uk/notices/south-ayrshire/traffic/00000298153.

If you would like more information about anything described in the newsletter below, please get in touch by contacting SAAS.Ayr@gmail.com or Celine.TheIgloo@gmail.com.

Well worth going to if you are a driver of a certain age with lots of free and informal tests like your eyesight for driving, blood pressure and reaction times, etc.  as well as good advice and an opportunity to do a test drive with a ROSPA/Police advanced driving instructor.

Experienced Driver Event 2023

South Ayrshire Council (N/A Hillhouse Road KA10 6SY, Troon) (Temporary Prohibition of Waiting) Notice 2023

The above Temporary Notice, which comes into force on 09/08/2023, imposes restriction on the following roads:

• N/A Hillhouse Road KA10 6SY

Please find attached a copy of the Temporary Notice.

A copy of the plan relating to the Notice can be found online at https://www.tellmescotland.gov.uk/notices/south-ayrshire/traffic/00000297496.

SAC10160_TemporaryNotice SAC10160_Plan