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Welcome to the Ecas blog. Our digital home for industry news, organisational updates and inspiring stories that highlight what our staff, volunteers, partners and Board are up to.

Have a story you'd like to share with us? Email Diane and she'll let you know how to submit.

Befriending in the time of coronavirus


April 14, 2020

“Once we got chatting again, we had periods of good laughter amongst the uncertainty.”

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Building a new service for young adults


March 3, 2020

My name is Megan and I’m the Outreach Officer at Ecas. I started in the role at the end of September 2019 to build on the work of University of Edinburgh interns who produced a comprehensive report about how Ecas could further engage young people. They …

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Ecas’ Young People’s Service for disabled adults is up and running


February 6, 2020

Councillor George Gordon offers his support Our one-to-one service for young people launched in January, and Ecas Outreach Officer Megan Hood has already begun meetings to discuss individual goals and how Ecas can provide ongoing support to navigate op …

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Ecas art groups visit Jupiter Artland


January 15, 2020

By Graham Young Following our 2018 exciting trip to the Kelpies, the intrepid members of Art 1 and 2 decided to go to Jupiter. Not the far-off planet, but Jupiter Artland — the sculpture park at East Calder. The pre-trip risk assessment was trickier t …

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A brief history of Ecas


December 2, 2019

Celebrating 100+ years of promoting equality, choice and participation Did you know Ecas has been supporting people with a physical disability for more than 100 years? We’ve been a pioneer on many issues, helping gain greater access to education, the w …

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Showcase event shines a spotlight on Ecas services


November 13, 2019

Activity group members display their talents and achievements After a fantastic year of fun, funding grants, and befriending, the Ecas AGM Showcase last week provided an opportunity to highlight the work of Ecas and our activity group members. Followin …

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