Carr Gomm in Forth Valley
Carr Gomm has services throughout Forth Valley (Falkirk, Stirling and surrounds) that support people with our person-centred approach.
Support in Forth Valley
Broomage and Responders Service
In our service we support people to be as involved in their local community as much as they would like. This looks different for each person.
Two of the people we support attend local church services and church social events where they have built up a social group. Others have enjoyed attending the local college for an interactive music class. These activities bring joy and inclusion, helping them to feel part of their community.
We have a responder team in our region who provide overnight support. This support has been integral in supporting very vulnerable people to stay in their own homes and not long-term care. The team also have been a vital support for people with significant mental health challenges who find night times particularly difficult.
North East Service
The North East Support people to live independently within their own home in the Grangemouth, Bo’Ness and the Braes area of Falkirk.
We support people 24/7 with 1:1 support and sleep over or visit people for a few hours every day or a few times a week. This can involve anything from support to managing household tasks, building confidence to maintain a routine, collection of medication and social support. Those who are supported 24/7 are supported with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, medication, tenancy and achieving personal goals and outcomes.
Within the Forth Valley, we have a social committee called Club Fun, where people we support can attend meetings to plan and arrange social activities, including parties and days out. We love to fundraise for these activities which are used to reduce social isolation and loneliness within the area.
To access support or to find out more information, please get in touch.
Hear from people we support in Forth Valley
At the Forth Valley Forum in 2023, we asked people we support what their favourite thing about Carr Gomm was. Watch the video to hear their answers.
Cameron, supported by our Forth Valley service, celebrated his 40th birthday in style with a big party, Friends, family, and staff were on hand to help celebrate Cameron’s big day!
Work With Us in Forth Valley
Carr Gomm regularly recruits full-time, part-time and relief roles for our Forth Valley service.
You don’t need experience, just a passion for social care and making a positive difference. We support differently. Can you?
As part of our support team, you will be a valuable asset in the day-to-day support of people. The role varies daily to assist people to live their life how they choose and supports people in their own homes and communities.
Social care can be challenging but is a hugely rewarding career as you are making a real difference in people’s lives.
You don’t need to have experience, as full training is provided, but the right values and motivation are essential; honesty, respect, empathy, and compassion are key skills that are required in people who join our teams.
Current Vacancies
Why work for Carr Gomm
Carr Gomm is a Living Wage employer, paying a minimum of £12.90 p/h, rising with experience.
Unlike other providers, we provide additional benefits to all our staff. In addition to your salary, you can earn time and a half for any overtime over 37.5 hours worked per week and paid travel time, where you can claim 45p per mile for work-related mileage over and above the normal commute to work.
Access to the Carr Gomm App.
Mileage payment of 45p per mile.
Staff Benefits
Up to 40 days annual leave.
Defined Contribution pension scheme.
Plus, much more!
Blue Light Card eligibility.
Recommend a friend scheme.
For more Carr Gomm Staff Benefits, visit our Why Work With Us Page.
Read career stories from staff in Forth Valley
Abbie shares what a typical day can look like in the life of a Support Practitioner in Forth Valley.
Community Projects in Forth Valley
Carr Gomm is dedicated to fighting isolation and loneliness throughout Scotland. Our Community Projects are aimed at bringing people together, building friendships and helping to make a more connected community.
See below for a range of our Community Projects in Forth Valley.
Fundraising
Fundraising for Carr Gomm is invaluable in helping us run community projects throughout Scotland. These projects go a long way to helping to build relationships and bringing people together to reduce people’s feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Whether you raise £100 or £1000, every penny makes a difference!
Check out our fundraising pages for ideas and inspiration.
