West Lothian day care centre awarded £5,000 by Scotmid members
A West Lothian day care centre has been awarded £5,000 by Scotmid members.
Answer Day Care Centre in West Lothian is one of three good causes across the East of Scotland that has been awarded a share of a £25,000 Scotmid funding pot.
The funds were allocated following a vote by Scotmid members.
Answer Day Care Centre is a long-established charity based in Whitburn, which has been supporting older vulnerable people, particularly those living with dementia, for almost 30 years.
The centre provides essential care that helps speed up hospital discharge, prevent early admissions, and offers vital respite for carers.
The centre delivers engaging activities such as music entertainment, trips, games, and tailored sports or outdoor experiences to enhance wellbeing and quality of life.
Robert Cook, director at Answer Day Care Centre, said: 'We're absolutely delighted to receive £5,000 from Scotmid's Community Connect initiative. It will make such a meaningful difference to the lives of the people we support, especially those living with dementia.'
The other two good causes that have been awarded a share of the £25,000 are Children's Holiday Venture (CHV) based in Edinburgh and Rio Community Centre based in Fife.
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