Carr Gomm’s New Service Manager Development Programme
Carr Gomm is strongly committed to supporting all colleagues' professional development. As a charity that provides support services to...
Andrew Thomson appointed Carr Gomm’s Deputy Chief Executive
Carr Gomm has announced the appointment of Andrew Thomson as first Deputy Chief Executive. Lucy Wren, Chief Executive noted. “The creation...
International Women’s Day 2023
On this International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women around the world. At Carr Gomm, we are proud...
Digital Inclusion : Scottish Government Digital Health and Care Directorate
Carr Gomm's Shannon McNee (Digital Inclusion Researcher) recently spoke at the Digital Health and Care Directorate's stakeholder event on...
Oban Community Spirit
Our Oban Housing Support service have been overwhelmed by the kindness their local community has shown over the Festive period. Oban Job...
25th Birthday People We Support Voices : Meet Anne
Anne describes herself as a sociable person who loves spending time with family, going out with friends, and giving back to the community...
Social Care Career Stories: Meet Suzanne
Meet Suzanne, Lead Practitioner Learning and Development for Argyll and Bute and the Highlands.
Digital Inclusion at Kintyre Link Club
Jodie McGeachy, Digital Ambassador, has been working with the Kintyre Link Club in Campbeltown to improve their digital skills. The link...
Andrew’s Fundraising Story
21st February 2023 marks 10 years to the day since Team Carr Gomm tackled Africa's highest peak. Andrew Thomson, Senior Operations Manager...
Helena’s Fundraising Story
In 2019, Carr Gomm did its Team Carr Gomm “Stomp Out Loneliness” Campaign. I decided to play my part. The aim was to do a virtual tour of...
Delivering Keep Warm Boxes in Argyll and Bute
Many people we support in Argyll and Bute are facing, like many, the strain of rising energy bills, soaring cost of living and potential...
Carr Gomm’s submission to Transforming Communities for Inclusion (TCI) #WhatWeNeed campaign
Transforming Communities for Inclusion (TCI) is a global Organisation of Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities [an OPD]. TCI forecasts a...
Celebrating 20 years with Carr Gomm
Our staff are the driving force behind Carr Gomm, and their commitment to providing the best care possible enables us to support over...
Fundraising to bring people together in Glasgow South
People supported in Glasgow South have been putting on their trainers and casting their line as they take part in the walking and fishing...
Social Care Career Stories: Meet Mavis
To celebrate 25 years of service, we will be shining a spotlight on the people who make Carr Gomm. In the months ahead, we will share 25...
Support Stories: Read Vic’s Story
We are proud to support Vic to express her true self.
Blog: Gathering feedback on our Community Link Working
Helena Richards, Edinburgh Community Projects Worker, shares her findings when she asked Craigmillar patients about their experience of...
Chris’ Digital Journey
Chris' Digital Journey has seen him grow in confidence and skill over the past 3 months by using his tablet to search the internet for new...
Digital Inclusion: Graeme’s Digital Journey
Graeme’s Digital Inclusion Journey
Digital Inclusion Development Project Wins Digital Diversity Award.
Carr Gomm’s Digital Inclusion Development Project received the Digital Diversity award at The Herald Digital Transformation Awards.
Minister hears about Self-Directed Support in Highland
Minister Kevin Stewart visited North Kessock to learn about the progress of the Self-Directed Support (SDS) Strategy for Highland.
Carr Gomm’s response to the National Care Service (Scotland) Bill
Carr Gomm’s response to the National Care Service (Scotland) Bill
Carr Gomm receives more than £8,000 for their Responder Service
Carr Gomm Responder Service, in collaboration with Argyll and Bute HSCP, has secured £8k for Raizer Emergency Lifting Chairs to enhance Falls Responder Services in the region.
Meet Wendy
As a community link worker, Wendy breaks down social barriers to help people live healthier and happier lives.
Support Stories: A festival to Remember
Read about our socially distanced festival with a difference in Dundee.
Alex…a fundraising hero
Meet Alex. She walked 178 miles, cycled 268 miles, rowed 20 miles, and surfed 12 miles.. all for us.
Support Stories: Margaret’s Reflections
Support Stories: A heartfelt reflection from Margaret
Digital Diaries: Andrew has a new tablet
Using digital to connect with friends and family has been life-changing for Andrew.
Digital Diaries: Anne is virtually tech-savvy
Anne is enjoying getting online and learning new skills. She’s also been helping us teach others.
Darren is conquering mountains
After being supported by us, Darren wanted to give back by climbing Ben Lomond. He’s our hero.
Diagnosis not definition
Navigating life’s challenges like a boss, we are super proud of everything Jill has achieved.
Digital Inclusion: Glasgow Services Embrace The Digital World Together.
Our Digital Inclusion Development Project has brought independence to people supported across Glasgow.
Dominic’s digital determination
Embracing the digital world helped Dominic find a home, an education, and a career.
Dreaming big with Futures
We take a sneak peek at some of our innovative staff ideas from the last year.
Embracing the living wage
We recognise the critical role our people play in supporting the most vulnerable in society.
Exploring the new insight app
Learn more about a ground-breaking digital app that our services in Forth Valley use.
Support Stories: Gaynor’s Support Journey
Gaynor proves that it’s possible to lead a purposeful and fulfilling life with regular support.
Graham’s well-being journey
Find out how we’re helping people supported create tailored health and well-being routines.
Housing Support Services
Our specialist Housing Support services in Argyll & Bute tackles rural homelessness by helping those most in need.
Inequalities in Social Care
Our CEO Lucy Wren talks to us about the history of health inequalities in social care.
Kiltwalk fundraising success
Jessie & Blaire have completed their tartan-themed fundraising adventure.
MaryHelen’s holiday diary
A much-needed time away. Maryhelen shares her breakaway exploring Perthshire with SP Wendy.
Old hobbies in new ways
Services in Stirling have embraced the Digital Inclusion Project and learned new skills along the way.
Inspiring art from people supported
Be inspired by the new Creative Carr Gomm Project and our monthly challenges.
Our Support Journey as as couple
Every day, Margaret and James are focusing on the things that bring them joy.
Rian’s positive lockdown
Do you remember when everything was normal? What the community and town centre felt like? It was bustling as people moved in large groups...
Some fundraising facts
Have you ever wondered why we fundraise? Well, this helpful infographic tells you more.
Spreading kindness campaign
We delivered lots of little wellbeing gifts to people supported all over Scotland.