Prof. June Andrews

16/10/2026

Looking after yourself when you’re looking after someone else is really hard. Join us for a free session on Thursday the 22nd in Edinburgh.

30/09/2026

Looking for a Personal Assistant (PA)?

Our new PA Hub makes it easier to find local PAs who are advertising their availability and looking for work.

The PA Hub can help you:

✅ Search for local PAs who are available to work
✅ Lear more about Option 1 - Direct Payment
✅ Learn more about recruiting and employing a PA
✅ Access useful guidance and resources for employers

Whether you're arranging support for yourself or someone you care for, the PA Hub can help you find the right support and make informed choices.

Visit the PA Hub today: https://cowl.org.uk/for-carers/pa-hub

22/09/2026

When you’ve been trained not to show weakness, how easy is it to ask for help?

In our forthcoming episode of Inside Dementia: Expert Dialogues, Dr. Michele Board joins Prof. June Andrews to explore the experiences of veterans living with dementia and why some may find it difficult to seek support.

Michele shares how the SERVED project at Bournemouth University is working alongside veterans to understand those barriers, build trust through creative activities, and ensure their voices shape the research.

It’s a conversation about identity, comradeship and the importance of feeling understood. It’s also a subject close to Michele’s heart: her husband is a veteran.

Dementia Research UK is proud to support this work, helping bring attention to people whose experiences can too easily be overlooked.

🎙️ Coming soon. Follow us for the episode release.

20/09/2026

19/09/2026

I’m determined to make the UK a global leader in modern-day, future facing trade policy.

You can read my interview in the The Times on why Andy Burnham must succeed, why Reform must be beat and how a Labour Government wants the UK to be the most connected economy in the world.

https://www.thetimes.com/article/d0e95fa5-af34-49af-bba0-0a39af7c1940?shareToken=11d1ec5b4eaa3641eed968d78793d8ab

05/07/2026

Volunteer opportunity for our Cuppa & Craft Group

Are you friendly and enjoy helping people connect? We’re looking for a volunteer to support our relaxed cuppa & craft group for carers and disabled adults in Blackburn.

What the role involves:
• Join in with craft activities such as card making, painting, and seasonal crafts (materials provided)
• Help create a warm, welcoming and inclusive space
• Support people to take part at their own pace
• Help with setting up and tidying away

No experience needed, just kindness, patience and a friendly approach.

Every 3rd Thursday of the month
1pm–3pm
The Blackburn Larder, EH47 7LG

Interested? Email [email protected] to arrange an informal chat with our Volunteer Coordinator, Pat.

05/07/2026

I'm honoured to have been selected as a founding expert in The Little Green Book by Hamilton George Care, an invitation-only directory of leading clinicians and advisers, chosen in recognition of clinical excellence and a commitment to patient-centred care. For helping people maintain brain health and navigate dementia and elder care. My thanks to the team at Hamilton George Care for including me in

15/06/2026

Dads – this one’s for you.

Our next Dad’s Space is on Wednesday 17 June at 10am at The Chain Runner, Livingston.

This is a relaxed, no-pressure space for dads, grandads, stepdads and kinship carers who support a child (0–16) with additional support needs.
No agendas, no expectations. Just a chance to grab a brew, have a chat and spend time with others who understand.

Whether you want to talk, listen, or just get out the house for a bit, you’ll be made welcome.

The group is run by CoWL staff and volunteers who are dads and parent carers themselves so you’re in good company.

Dad’s Space runs on the third Wednesday of every month, 10.00–11.30.

Come along and give it a try!

15/06/2026

We still have a few appointments available at our Financial Wellbeing Clinic with the Advice Shop this Wednesday.

Appointments are available by phone or online. Support can include benefit checks, appeal options and access to wider Advice Shop services.

Click on this link for more information and to book: https://cowl.org.uk/benefits-advice

13/06/2026

Last chance to apply — applications close soon!

CoWL is recruiting and we have two opportunities to join our team:

• Support Advisor – Memory Information Support Team (MIST)
21 hours per week
Supporting carers, families and people living with memory difficulties or dementia

• Support Advisor – Self-Directed Support (SDS)
35 hours per week
Helping carers and disabled adults access the right support for their needs

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply: www.cowl.org.uk/about/jobs

Closing date: This Friday, 12 June at 5pm