Wellbeing is vital to good health and happiness and the RPOAS Welfare and Wellbeing programme has been designed by us specifically for our members and their families. Launched on 1st September 2021, the RPOAS Transition & Wellbeing Project aims to provide a variety of help, where required, to RPOAS Members and their families.
We have a team of specially trained Signposters who are retired members, just like yourself, able to help you access the best possible care and advice from relevant organisations including AGE Scotland, Citizens Advice Bureau, Maggie’s, Care for Carers and many more. They are also available to simply talk to, and can arrange a personal visit as required / requested by the member.
Confidentiality is a priority
Referrals can be for any reason, including bereavement, debt / financial advice, legal in respect of wills/power of attorney, mental health / loneliness support, addictions etc. or perhaps even a referral to the Benevolent Fund for financial support to adjust bathrooms for example.
Referrals are not just for members – we can also help
partner/spouse/child/parent of members too
Anyone can submit a referral – the form can be completed & submitted online or it can be downloaded and printed. Please ensure that the person being referred is aware that the referral is being made. If asked, the Signposter will disclose the identity of the referrer.
Alternatively, you can email Tracy, our single point of contact, by clicking the email button below or by telephoning 07868 207136. Tracy can then arrange to either complete the referral form with you OR email / post it out for you to complete.
When the Signposter first calls, it will be from an unknown mobile telephone number, so it is better if the member knows to expect the call (many of us do not answer unknown mobile numbers). The Signposter will then arrange the best way to meet up – just a chat over the phone, face to face at home or a cafe.
