Prof. June Andrews

30/05/2026

We’re delighted to share some exciting news!
A huge thank you to the Co-op Local Community Fund for their generous £500 boost to support our work in the Young Carer Service at CoWL.

Even more amazing , 640 Co-op members have already chosen to support our cause! This support helps us continue making a real difference for young carers across West Lothian through our groups, school work, and projects.

There’s still time to help us reach even more people! If you’re a Co-op member, you can choose to support us and help grow the impact of our work

🔗 https://membership.coop.co.uk/causes/97857

Every member makes a difference, and together we can continue showcasing and supporting the incredible work happening across our community.
Thank you for being part of it

21/05/2026

We were able to significantly boost the support offered to people last year. We provided a huge 49% more instances of support to unpaid carers, young carers and disabled people compared to the previous year.

Fantastic to celebrate the impact our staff and volunteers have in West Lothian this Self-Evaluation Week w/ Evaluation Support Scotland

20/05/2026

Our next Dad’s Space is meeting on Wednesday 20th may at 10am ☕

This is a relaxed, social and informal meet‑up where dads (including grandads, stepdads and kinship carers) supporting a child aged 0–16 with additional support needs can come together for a brew.

It’s a chance to chat, share experiences and enjoy some time out with others who really ‘get it’.

The group is facilitated by cowl staff and volunteers who are dads and parent carers themselves.

Dad’s space runs monthly:
📅 when: 3rd Wednesday of each month
⏰ time: 10.00–11.30
📍 where: the chain runner, Livingston

Why not come along, you’ll be very welcome.

20/05/2026

Three months into our newest clinic of bookable local support appointments and we are thrilled that it has been so successful. We have been fortunate to be fully booked each month since it started and are glad to be able to offer local support to the West Calder community.

Thank you to West Calder Community HUB for hosting us on the third Monday of each month.

If you live in West Calder or the surrounding areas and would like to speak with a member of the CoWL support team about anything relating to your caring role or disability, then book in to a 30-minute appointment on our website https://cowl.org.uk/appointments

19/05/2026

Carers Week Meet & Eat 🍽️

What better way to celebrate Carers Week than by sharing a delicious meal together?

Take a well‑deserved break as the team at The Grapes Village Pub treat you to a main meal and soft drink.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy good company while connecting with fellow carers.

📅 Wednesday 10 June
⏰ 2.30pm – 4pm
📍 The Grapes Village Pub, East Calder
👥 For carers aged 18+ registered with CoWL

Spaces are limited, so we’re noting interest only at the moment.

Email [email protected] or WhatsApp 07719 064930.

11/05/2026

06/05/2026

For many unpaid carers and disabled adults, daily life can be full of responsibilities, routines and challenges that can make it easy to forget your own needs. One simple way to support your mental wellbeing is to plan something you can genuinely look forward to. It doesn’t need to be big; a quiet hour to rest, a favourite activity, time with someone who lifts your spirits or a small treat just for you.

Having something positive on the horizon can make a real difference to how you feel day to day. You deserve time that’s just for you.

Here at CoWL, we offer a range of opportunities to help you build something positive into your routine. Whether it’s using our community passes, joining one of our social activities or booking into one of our wellbeing sessions, there are plenty of ways to give yourself something to look forward to.

Learn more about the opportunities we have available - https://cowl.org.uk/