Non Financial Actions 1. Register the family with a GP 2. Register with a dentist (if you can find one) 3. Apply for a National Insurance Number for the adults and for anyone else over age 16 https://www.gov.uk/apply-national-insurance-number 4. Get a UK phone number (free vodafone sim) 5. Adults and any children over age 14...
The information here is intended to help new arrivals cope with mental health issues which may arise from their experiences. Currently only in English Ukraine psychological wellbeing advice pack: guidance for Ukrainian arrivals – gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
From the Scottish Government – available in various languages Supporting documents – Welcome pack for New Scots – gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
Meeting to start preparing to welcome refugees 23/3/22 Meeting Notes for network of support meeting Notes and video following the network of support meeting Recorded video from the second part of the meeting
We know that it can sometimes be easier for New Scots to start a new business than to find employment. The following is advice from Scottish Enterprise. Funding and Support Our new funding model is simpler and more inclusive, helping to create jobs and promote a greener economy. We’ll be promoting funding calls...
From free courses in the English language to articles on mental health and wellbeing, here are some free online resources from The Open University. All of the content listed below is free to use, including all of our OpenLearn courses. Every course offers a free statement of participation on completion (which you can download...
Ukrainian Phrasebook for Helping Refugees by Anna Ohoiko (ukrainianlessons.com) Free ebook and audio online This phrasebook is for everyone helping Ukrainian people ― at the borders, at immigration centers, at humanitarian organizations, in their homes, or at a distance. It includes 20 practical chapters of the most important Ukrainian words and phrases to facilitate communication and demonstrate care....
Here’s a link to the map of D&G community food initiatives, including community gardens, that could be shared with Ukrainian families? https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1OhPbb3w2maV-57e-srJnL56jNaFVaKCB&ll=54.99767058297948%2C-4.056833783190683&z=8
This is a Facebook Group set up to allow Scottish hosts to exchange information and experiences. You have to apply to join but it is a great source of experience. https://www.facebook.com/groups/scothosts
This PDF is being sent out to potential hosts. from the Scottish Ukraine Host Support Group