Money Guiders Scotland Network

10/06/2026

Thank you to Social Security Scotland for delivering a session for us today, and to all who took time out to join us.

Social Security Scotland provides financial support for unpaid carers in Scotland, including Carer Support Payment, Scottish Carer Supplement and Carer Additional Person Payment.

For money guidance practitioners, knowing about these payments can help carers check what support they may be entitled to and take the next step towards applying.

Find information about these payments as well as guidance and resources on their website www.socialsecurity.gov.scot

09/06/2026

💙 Carers Week 2026 is an important opportunity to recognise the vital contribution of unpaid carers across Scotland and to reflect on how we can better support their financial wellbeing.

This week we're highlighting some of the organisations and vital sources of support available to carers. First up are Scotland's local councils.

Local councils play a key role in supporting unpaid carers. In Scotland, unpaid carers have the right to request an Adult Carer Support Plan or, for young carers, a Young Carer Statement. These plans help identify how caring affects someone’s life and what support may help them continue caring while protecting their own wellbeing.

Signposting carers to their local council or local carer support service can be an important first step, especially where caring is affecting someone’s income, work, health or day-to-day life.

🔗 Find out more: https://buff.ly/UO5WSuL

Guiders

30/04/2026

📬 Our April newsletter landed in inboxes today!

Inside:
✔️ FREE May events
✔️ Case study on Money Guiders + Scottish Government pilot
✔️ News about our summer roadshow (Borders, Aberdeen, Inverness)
✔️ “Shut Out Scammers” campaign + training session
✔️ New data on child poverty in Scotland
✔️ Final call: Frontline Worker Survey

Don’t miss out — catch up now 👉 https://buff.ly/p0BJ7Ob

15/04/2026

Yesterday, we hosted a really valuable session with Money Advice Scotland looking at how practitioners can support their own wellbeing while working with vulnerable clients 💬

We know how busy these roles can be, and how easy it is to put your own wellbeing to one side. This session gave people the chance to pause, reflect and think about their approach to

Together, we explored:
✨ The emotional impact of supporting others
✨ How stress and external pressures can affect our responses
✨ The Drama Triangle and a more positive approach through the Empowerment Dynamic

Some of the key takeaways from attendees included:

✔ Not feeling the need to ‘rescue’
✔ Making time to reflect during the working day
✔ Setting clear boundaries
✔ Feeling more confident handling difficult conversations

A big thank you to Money Advice Scotland for such an insightful session 👏

08/04/2026

🧠 Wednesday Wellbeing | Stress Awareness Month

If you support people with money worries, you know how important — and sometimes stressful — the role can be.

This Stress Awareness Month, don’t forget to look after your own wellbeing too 💙

Here are a few simple reminders:
✨ Take regular breaks
✨ Set healthy boundaries
✨ Talk things through with colleagues
✨ Reach out for support when you need it

Taking care of yourself helps you continue making a difference for others. What’s one thing you do to manage stress at work? Share your tops tips 👇

07/04/2026

Last few tickets remaining for Money Guiders NI's upcoming event in support of Autism Acceptance Month 🎉

This is a great opportunity to hear from Autism NI and learn practical, real-world ways to better support neurodivergent people — especially when it comes to money guidance and financial wellbeing.

Book your free ticket to join this online event taking place on 9 April at 11am https://buff.ly/n7hVBIO

Learn practical ways to support neurodivergent people with money guidance. This is a must join session for practitioners.

02/04/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 💙

It’s a good time to remember that good money guidance should always be accessible.

For autistic people, money conversations can sometimes feel overwhelming, but small changes can make a big difference:

💬 Keep language clear and simple
🧩 Take things step by step
⏳ Allow extra time
📝 Offer written information
👀 Be aware of the environment

Accessibility helps everyone feel more confident and supported.

Shout out to the amazing organisations across Scotland making a difference for autistic people and their families, including Scottish Autism and National Autistic Society Scotland.

01/04/2026

It’s the start of Stress Awareness Month 💙

Supporting others — especially with money worries or difficult situations — can be rewarding, but it can also be stressful. Taking a bit of time now to plan how you’ll look after your wellbeing can really help.

You might want to think about:

What’s coming up over the next few months?
Where things might feel busy or challenging
When you can take breaks or have time to reflect?
Who you can talk to if you need support?
What help or services you can signpost people to?

Take a moment to pause, think and plan ahead. Even small steps can make a big difference.

Let’s look after ourselves as well as the people we support 💙



Money Guiders NI Network

26/03/2026

Happy Social Prescribing Day! 🎉

Today we’re shining a spotlight on the amazing social prescribers in our Money Guiders Scotland community 💙

You support people through some of life’s toughest moments — whether that’s dealing with money worries, finding the right services, or simply being there to listen. Your work makes a huge difference to individuals, families, and communities across Scotland.

We’re so proud to have you as part of our community. Thank you for everything you do, today and every day 🙌

Tag a brilliant social prescriber below to show your appreciation!

13/03/2026

💬 Money Matters Friday's money guidance tip:

Support people to plan for the next pressure point, not the perfect month.
Focusing on the next bill, event, or trigger is more achievable — and more protective — than long-term budgeting alone.

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