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Dementia Awareness Week invitation
Dementia Awareness Week starts on Monday 27 May, and there is a fantastic array of events on offer to raise awareness and showcase some of the supports and activities available - from special cinema screenings and singalongs to a bingo bonanza, there's something for everyone!
23 May 2024
KGS Pupils Undertake Multi-Generational Visits with St Rognvald’s House
Local school pupils have been given an insight into careers in social care thanks to a partnership initiative between Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Orkney and St Rognvald’s House in Kirkwall.
22 May 2024
'Serious and compassionate' strategy to support Carers
Building better support for those in our community who selflessly care for others is front and centre of Orkney’s new Carers Strategy.
22 May 2024
“Summer Fair” fundraiser at Aurrida House
“All the fun of the Fair” will be hosted at Aurrida House next month (June) when staff open the doors and gardens to the public for a special “Summer Fair”.
21 May 2024
The road to manager – Matthew Wylie shares his Council journey
Far from the “Road to Nowhere”, the Council’s Matthew Wylie has gone from being a summer student within the roads department to a team manager – and he would encourage others to consider a career in the service.
21 May 2024