Lorna MacDonald Manager Expand Hi my name is Lorna and I joined the centre as Manager in 2008 having worked in various Community Learning Development posts in Inverclyde and Argyll & Bute. My work at the centre has grown and developed over the years as we have attracted a wider range of funding. The main purpose remains the same, to look after the operational management of the organisation, the day to day running. As the team has grown and frontline Carer Support Work has developed, I am able to focus more on the strategic work of the organisation. Over the last year much of this focus has been on developing Inverclyde Carers Strategy 2016 -2020 and ensuring this reflects the needs of Inverclyde Carers. My position is both challenging and rewarding, working closely with Inverclyde HSCP and Board of Directors. Having volunteered with Scottish Community Foundation and Poppy Scotland for a number of years I understand the commitment required of our Board Members and hold them in the highest regard. Without their dedication the organisation would not exist. [email protected]
Bryan McBain Assistant Manager Expand Hello, my name is Bryan and I recently joined the Centre in May 2016 as Assistant Manager. I previously worked in private industry then in the community initially voluntary befriending then as a Support Worker to the elderly. I find the Centre a pleasant environment to work in and enjoy engaging with Staff and Carers alike as I continue to understand the varied and valuable services that we have to offer. It became clear in a short period of time that the Carers Centre really does have a positive effect on Carers needs. [email protected]
Donna Martin Carer Support Worker Expand Hi my name is Donna and I have worked for the Centre since it began in 2001 in various different roles. This has allowed me to gain a wide variety of knowledge about different caring situations. My current remit is to work with groups of Carers and I am supporting several at the moment. The groups provide peer support and reduce social isolation which can become apparent when caring for someone. Also within my remit is training for Carers which can be online or in conjunction with other local organisations. Due to the new Carers Act (Scotland) 2016 which was implemented in April 2018, I am facilitating training for professionals who may support, or come in to contact with Carers making them aware of the obligation the new act has provided for Carers to be able to access information and support in their caring role. [email protected]
Karen Pollock Carer Support Worker - Transitions Expand Hi, I am Karen Pollock and I have been supporting Carers within the Carers Centre for almost 5 years now. In my current role as a Transitions Worker, I support Carers/parents of children with additional support needs aged between 10 and 19. This age range has recently been extended to include younger children, as the transition from primary to high school is just as difficult as the transition to adult services. This work focuses around Carers who can find this extremely stressful trying to combine the care provided, while trying to access the correct support, which enables their child the opportunity to lead a full and inclusive life, and I can assist Carers throughout this process. [email protected]
Jacqueline Murray Admin Worker - Outreach Project Expand Hi my name is Jacqueline Murray and I started working at the centre in April 2014. My current role is the Outreach Admin Worker for the centre. My main role is to provide support to the Outreach Worker to allow her to continue supporting Carers in their community. Recently my role has slightly changed to include the recruitment and support of volunteers to help them plan and host events for Carers. I enjoy working with Carers and find it to be a very rewarding job. [email protected]
Stuart McInnes Admin Assistant Expand My name is Stuart McInnes I started working in the centre May 2014. I am the Administration Assistant to the centre. My role is to provide administrative support to the Carer Support Workers. I enjoy working in the centre because my job is so varied. [email protected]rclydecarerscentre.org.uk
Alison Bethel Carer Support Worker - Outreach Project (Sessional) Expand My Name is Alison Bethel and I recently joined the Carers Centre in July 2017. My job as a Carer Support Worker with the Outreach project is to identify and support hidden Carers in Inverclyde by providing information and advice about their caring role. I hold two surgeries a month in Greenock and will be attending events and providing home visits. I am a Carer myself and I understand how important it is to need help and assurance. it is also good to give something back to the community. [email protected]
Stacey Gillen Youth Worker - Transitions Project Expand Hi, My name is Stacey Gillen, I am the newest member of staff at Inverclyde Carers Centre joining in July 2017. My role is the Youth Worker. This role focuses on providing information and advice for 16-25 year old Carers as well as supporting them moving into adult services. I have 8 year experience of working with Young People of Inverclyde in a variety of settings and look forward to transferring my experiences into this new job role. There will be the opportunity for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers to attend groups and also have one to one support. [email protected]
Louise Archibald Admin Worker - Outreach Project Expand Hi my name is Louise Archibald and I started working at the centre in November 2017 to provide cover for the Outreach Admin Worker whilst she is on maternity leave. My main role is to provide support to the Outreach Workers to allow them to continue supporting Carers in their community. My role also includes the recruitment and support of volunteers. I look forward to providing support to both the Outreach workers and Carers. [email protected]
Anne-Marie MacDonald Carer Support Worker - Health Centre Project Expand My Name is Anne-Marie Macdonald. I recently joined the team at Inverclyde Carers Centre in November 2017. Prior to joining the team I worked for many years supporting people with learning, physical disabilities and epilepsy. My role at the centre will be as a Carer Support Worker based in Inverclyde Health Centres. This will involve working alongside Health Centre staff to raise awareness of the support available to Carers and also to recognise and identify Carers who are in need of support in their caring role. I will be available in Greenock, Gourock and Port Glasgow Health Centers Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays. I will also be available for home visits. [email protected]
Carly Harkins Carer Support Assistant Expand Hi, my name is Carly Harkins and I am the Carer Support Assistant for the centre. I started working at the centre in August 2017 and look forward to helping support the Unpaid Carers of Inverclyde. [email protected]
Alison Cloudsley Carer Support Worker - Hospital Based Support Expand Hi, my name is Alison Cloudsley and I started working at the Inverclyde Carers Centre in November 2017 as a Sessional Carer Support Worker. In May 2018, I joined the Centre on a full time basis and now support Carers through a range of areas including the Short Breaks Project as well as hospital based Carer Support. I am based at both units within Inverclyde Royal Hospital as well as the Inverclyde Carers Centre. My role is to support Carers to access core services through the Centre as well as the hospital discharge service. This includes supporting Carers who come through the doors of the Centre as well as those I meet through the hospital admission/discharge process. In addition to my role within the hospital, I also co-ordinate the centre’s Sitter Service that can support Carers to access a regular break from their day-to-day caring role. Whether I am based at the Centre or within the Hospital setting, my role remains the same in providing guidance and support to Carers throughout the duration of their caring role. [email protected]
Philip Grant Trainer and Development Worker (Sessional) Expand My name is Philip and I joined the Centre in April 2018. I deliver Carers Act Training and am developing a Privilege Card Scheme for Carers registered with the Centre. This will enable Carers to access a range of discounts on services and activities. I am delighted to contribute to the Centre's continued success. [email protected]