Craigowl transfers activities to Gowrie Care
Craigowl Communities changes way it operates
After 12 years of improving the lives of people in Dundee, Craigowl Communities is changing the way it operates. From now on, Craigowl’s activities will be transferred to its sister company, Gowrie Care, which will continue to deliver projects in the city aimed at improving people’s circumstances.
Lynn Cunningham, Craigowl’s Managing Director, said:
“Craigowl joined the Hillcrest Group six years ago and this is concluding that merger. With an ever shrinking funding pot, Craigowl, like many small charities, has to deliver value for money, and by aligning our services with Gowrie Care, the important work we have been doing will continue.”
Craigowl delivers services to support people to take steps towards finding and keeping a job; improve their confidence and self-esteem; manage debts, benefits and budgeting; and provide opportunities to obtain practical skills and qualifications.
Lynn Cunningham added:
“Over the last 12 years it is estimated that Craigowl has supported over 10,000 people to make positive changes to their lives. Craigowl’s money advice team has helped people claim in-work and other benefits to the tune of £7.5 million over this period.”
The Craigowl projects will continue to be delivered from The Learning Place in the Hilltown but under the Gowrie Care name. The expertise Craigowl’s Making Money Work Team has developed will not be lost either. This valuable service is being mainstreamed, and the team are moving to Dundee City Council, where they will continue to deliver the service.
Lynn Cunningham concluded:
“I want to say a big thank you to all the staff that have contributed to Craigowl’s success over the years and wish the teams all the best for the future.”