Celebrating 4 Years of Support from Falkirk Foundation!

Falkirk Foundation have been supporting unpaid carers in Falkirk and Clackmannanshire to take a break for the past 4 years.

Through their generous donation of football tickets for home matches, they provided over 3000 tickets across 73 matches, allowing carers to take a break and enjoy some time out supporting their local team! These fantastic break opportunities make a huge difference – thank you for your support!

Who is Falkirk Foundation?

Falkirk Foundation is the official charity and community partner of Falkirk Football Club. Using the power of football, the charity helps people living in the Forth Valley area improve their quality of life. It delivers programmes that support mental health, physical wellbeing, education, employability, and community inclusion for people of all ages. The Foundation works with schools, community groups, and local partners to help people build confidence, develop skills, stay active, and reduce social isolation.

How did carers benefit?

“Thank you, Falkirk Foundation, our community is lucky to have you”

Carers described the football matches as a valuable break from the pressures of their caring role, giving them the opportunity to relax, enjoy themselves, and focus on something positive. The experience provided quality time with family members, helping people reconnect and create shared memories together. Many reported improved wellbeing, feeling refreshed, uplifted, and better able to cope with their caring responsibilities afterwards. Attending the matches also reduced feelings of isolation by enabling carers to be part of a wider community experience.

Read the full case study here.

Are you a local business?

Learn more about the Respitality initiative and how you can get involved here.

Are you a carer?

To find out more, please contact our Short Breaks team on 01324 611510 (Option 1) or email shortbreaks@centralcarers.co.uk