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Orkney residents are invited to take part in a survey to understand public awareness about dementia, brain health and local support.
- Friday 5 September 2025
The Learning Link is dedicated to adult and family learning. It offers a free service to gain new skills and increase self confidence. The Learning Link can help anyone who wants to:
- Wednesday 27 August 2025
Emergency Alerts are sent by the government or emergency services to warn you via your mobile or tablet if there is a life-threatening emergency nearby.
- Friday 22 August 2025
State of Caring is the largest and longest running survey to gather the experiences and needs of unpaid carers.
- Friday 25 July 2025
Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is coming to Orkney and the team will be running a series of events. Join them at one of their Social Shorewatch drop-in sessions.
- Tuesday 8 July 2025
Recognising individuals and groups for the quality of their intergenerational work enables Generations Working Together (GWT)…
- Wednesday 18 June 2025
VHS is the national intermediary and network for voluntary health organisations in Scotland.
- Monday 9 June 2025
The Scottish Women's Budget Group has just launched its fourth women's annual survey.
- Tuesday 13 May 2025
If you or someone you know has been affected by cancer, Improving the Cancer Journey is here to help.
- Monday 12 May 2025
On Wednesday 16 April 2025, Scotland's new national suicide prevention public awareness campaign will go live.
- Friday 11 April 2025
Voluntary Health Scotland recently released 4 short films celebrating and championing the work of Community Link Workers and their role in building healthier, more connected communities.
- Friday 7 March 2025
Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland is announcing an exciting series of projects that will capture the history of the International Island Games as well as create a long-term legacy on the Orkney…
- Tuesday 25 February 2025