Internal Support Resources

The following services and groups can be contacted for emotional support or informal advice.

Chaplaincy

The multifaith team of chaplains and belief contacts is available to offer sensitive, impartial support in any situation.

Counselling service

This is a free confidential service for staff providing an opportunity to discuss problems or situations that are causing concern or distress.

Local Networking Groups

Some areas of the University have local networking groups where carers can offer mutual support and exchange experiences.

Please contact your College/Support Group HR team to find out if there is a networking group in your location.

Disabled Staff Network

A Peer Support Network open to disabled individuals, people with restrictive health conditions, caring responsibilities, and anyone who feels the Network may be relevant to them.

Please note that the Network will never ask you to disclose a disability, health condition, or caring responsibilities.

Staff Health & Wellbeing Hub – Caring for Others

Guidance and resources for balancing work and personal responsibilities. These include:

Family Friendly & Carer Hub (EDI)

A central hub for family‑friendly and carer initiatives, stories and community resources.

Edinburgh Communities

Our diverse communities have created a number of spaces and groups across the University that can help carers with their intersectional experiences - find them below:

HR Partnering & Local Support

HR can assist with navigating leave, flexible working, and wellbeing support. Please contact your local HR Partner. If you are not sure who they are, please contact the HR EDI Team and they will let you know who they are.   

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