Thistle Foundation
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We're a pioneering Scottish charity supporting people with long-term health conditions and disabilities to live the life they want 💜 SC016816.
Scotland
Joined May 2009
Here, Yesim explains the difference increased pay would make to her life. Social care is undervalued, @scotgov, it’s time to increase pay to the Real Living Wage plus 10% and reflect the value of this vital work. This winter, social care workers need #MoreThanWarmWords.
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Emma, who works at and is supported by Thistle, talks about why fair pay for workers is not just about recognising value; it’s about developing lasting relationships in which people to feel confident that their team knows them well and understands their needs. #MoreThanWarmWords.
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Our Chief Executive, Mark Hoolahan, talks about a chronic lack of investment in social care that is impacting on workers and people we support. @scotgov is failing people in communities across Scotland. This winter social care workers need #MoreThanWarmWords. They need action!
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🎄 Merry Christmas 🎅 Thank you to our amazing Thistle Community - it was an incredible year. We're excited to see what we will achieve together in 2025!
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RT @scotgovveterans: The Scottish Veterans Fund supports a range of projects for ex-service personnel and their families. Veterans Minister…
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RT @GraemeDeyMSP: 💷 This year’s @scotgov Veterans Fund will support a range of projects by 14 charities. 🎖️ Pleased to visit one of them,…
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...where it will come from and how the decisions we take might impact on the 97 people we support across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife, their families and the 350 social care workers that we employ. #ScottishParliamentDebate
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The UK Government is putting these services at risk. Read our full statement here:
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We’re looking for someone with experience of collaborative and partnership working gained across a range of sectors with a track record of engaging, motivating and leading colleagues in new ways of thinking and working. Visit to view our candidate pack.
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It only takes a few minutes to sign up to raise funds for Thistle while you shop, which is completely FREE for you to do! Sign up here:
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This Remembrance Day, we reflect on the courage and sacrifice made by all who served in the armed forces, past and present. We will be remembering those whose bravery and strength have shaped the world we live in. We are grateful to all who have served and continue to serve.
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