Camphill has valued its international connections since the organisation began 80 years ago. Each year, over 200 (usually young) full time volunteers from overseas who want to work with people […]
A year like no other – review of 2020/21
Annual review of 2020/21, including Inclusive communications, Brexit, Health surcharge, Impact on health and social care, Disabled Children and Young People (Transitions to Adulthood) (Scotland) Bill, Day Services, Family network, 80th film
Why ecology and the environment matter to Camphill
A focus on ecology along with care and consideration for the environment have been at the core of the Camphill movement from the very beginning, 80 years ago. Camphill has […]
Accountability – the elephant in the room
This month marked my first anniversary as Director of Camphill Scotland. Starting a new role during the Covid pandemic was difficult and different for many reasons. We’re a membership organisation, […]
Shared living and worldwide peace
The international volunteers who have joined Newton Dee for a year or longer over the last 40 years have been essential in the development of the large vibrant community that […]
What does your toast wish for this morning?
International volunteers make an important contribution to the work of the Camphill communities in Scotland, and to the care and support they provide for people with learning disabilities and other […]
Support our call for a National Summit on the impact of Covid on disabled people
Camphill Scotland, the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE), Scottish Care, Sense Scotland and the Scottish Youth Parliament have written to the First Minister requesting that the Scottish […]
Marking the end of Camphill’s 80th birthday celebrations
It barely seems credible that almost a year ago we were looking forward to an exciting year of celebrations across the world as Camphill marked its 80th anniversary. Sadly, whilst […]
Parties commit to improving transitions for young disabled people
The right to a positive transition for all young people with a learning disability has been described as a matter of equality & justice by Johann Lamont MSP, who introduced […]
Call for Scottish Government inquiry into lack of access to day services
After months of campaigning about the lack of access to day service provision, which many of our members have experienced during the coronavirus pandemic, we were encouraged to hear Jackie […]
