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02/12/2025

01/09/2025

We're often asked about Blue Light Cards for PAs - this is great news from Personal Assistants Network Scotland 👍

We’re excited to be partnering with Independent Living Group to offer Personal Assistants in Scotland greater support — including access to the Blue Light Card, with our PANS Plus Membership upgrade. 🎉🙌

While Personal Assistants are still recognised as private carers in Scotland, this upgrade gives you access to benefits designed to assist you in your role.

For the subsidised offer of £35 (two-year membership), you’ll receive:

☑️ Blue Light Card
☑️ Access to a free legal helpline
☑️ Save thousands on new car purchases
☑️ Online shopping discounts

And more! 1 year membership also available for £20.

If you’re already a member, you can upgrade simply by registering online today.

More information - https://panetworkscotland.org.uk/join-pans/introducing-pans-plus✨/

PANS Plus is currently the sole pathway for PA’s in Scotland to obtain a Blue Light Card. This offer is exclusive to PANS Members only.

We hope this brings encouragement and support for the incredible work Personal Assistants do everyday.

31/07/2025

To help shape the local Dementia action plan, we want to hear from people who use dementia services, their families and carers, and members of the public to help us ensure that our approach reflects local needs and priorities, builds on existing strengths in dementia care and support and addresses gaps and challenges which are unique to Fife.

To take part in the survey please visit: https://brnw.ch/21wUzaa. The survey is live until 8th August 2025.

Fife Council NHS Fife

30/07/2025

Due to a recent family bereavement, our office will be closed on Friday 1st August, and Tuesday 5th August.
We do not anticipate any changes or issues with payroll processing on these dates but please contact us promptly by email with any queries.

Thank you for your understanding.

30/07/2025

25/06/2025

13/05/2025

Kieran is representing Scotland in the Powerchair Football European Championships in Italy! He's looking for support to get him there so any donations and just sharing this post will help.

Iʼm raising money to Travel and compete in Italy for the Euros in powerchair football. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

17/04/2025

Calling all Personal Assistants! 📣📣📣

100 Easter Eggs? What would you spend £100 on? 💭

Take our Scottish Personal Assistant Workforce Survey 2025 today to be in with a chance of winning an £100 Amazon Gift Card! 💳

We want to encourage PAs to complete the survey, even if you have done it in previous years.

Make a difference and take the survey today: https://formtitan.com/s/w2s5?dist=7

10/04/2025

Are you a Personal Assistant? We want to hear from you! 🗣

You could win 1 of 5 Amazon gift cards by completing our Scottish Personal Assistant Workforce Survey 2025 💳

We especially want people who have taken the survey before to take it again- we want to understand what's changed for you 💭

It's anonymous, and will only take 10-15 minutes⌚️

Make a difference and take the survey today: https://formtitan.com/s/w2s5?dist=7

12/02/2025

As a personal assistant, you dedicate your time, energy, and heart to improving the lives of others. But who’s there to support you? 🤝

Join Personal Assistants Network Scotland’s membership and unlock a world of benefits designed to enhance your work and well-being.

Link: https://panetworkscotland.org.uk

💬 Tag a PA who needs this! 👇

06/02/2025

Really useful info 👇

With the recent storms causing power cuts across Scotland, it's worth checking if you're eligible for free extra support in emergencies.

Most utility providers offer a scheme called a 'Priority Services Register' which gives vulnerable customers extra help, such as winter packs and dedicated customer service lines, throughout the year and also in emergencies.

Water 💧
If you have a disability, medical condition or any other reason for needing additional support, you can register your details with Scottish Water’s Priority Services Register. Support includes bottled water in the event of a disruption to your water supply, large print materials and extra time for appointments. To register visit: www.scottishwater.co.uk/help-and-resources/contact-us/additional-support

Electricity 💡
Scotland has two power distribution companies who provide extra support during planned and unplanned power cuts. The Priority Services Register includes anyone with a chronic illness, a child under the age of five, or who needs electricity for home or medical care.

Scottish Power Energy Networks: https://www.spenergynetworks.co.uk/pages/priority_services_register.aspx

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks: https://www.ssen.co.uk/power-cuts-emergencies/priority-services/priority-services-registration-form/

If you're not sure who provides your electricity, you can find out here: https://www.energynetworks.org/customers/find-my-network-operator

Gas ⛽
SGN provides extra help if you’re without your gas supply either in an emergency or because of planned work. They can provide electric heating and cooking appliances or even alternative accommodation to keep you safe and warm while you’re without gas https://www.sgn.co.uk/help-and-advice/extra-help/priority-services-register.