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Digital device scheme reduces social isolation among vulnerable people in Tayside

Vulnerable people experiencing social isolation in Tayside are getting connected to loved ones, community groups and vital services thanks to a nationwide digital initiative. Connecting Scotland is a Scottish Government scheme, managed by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, which aims to get every citizen in the country online. Set up in response to the pandemic, the programme has enabled local charity Hillcrest Futures to hand out iPads and MiFi…
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  • Hillcrest Futures celebrates volunteers over afternoon tea

    Posted: 5th October 2021

    Low-income Dundee families are receiving pressure cookers to help them combat fuel poverty. Charity Energy Action Scotland is working with Hillcrest Homes and Scotland’s national chef Gary Maclean on the scheme to help those struggling with their fuel bills. Euan Hird of Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT), said they would…

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  • A day in the life of a HEAT energy adviser

    Posted: 17th September 2021

    Low-income Dundee families are receiving pressure cookers to help them combat fuel poverty. Charity Energy Action Scotland is working with Hillcrest Homes and Scotland’s national chef Gary Maclean on the scheme to help those struggling with their fuel bills. Euan Hird of Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT), said they would…

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  • How to switch energy supplier

    Posted: 17th September 2021

    Low-income Dundee families are receiving pressure cookers to help them combat fuel poverty. Charity Energy Action Scotland is working with Hillcrest Homes and Scotland’s national chef Gary Maclean on the scheme to help those struggling with their fuel bills. Euan Hird of Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT), said they would…

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