Thursday,29th July,2010

Total current members 1100

MEMBERS FINANCIAL GAIN £905'920
Total annual figure upto 31st March 2010

WHO ARE WE

CAN was established in 2002 to help disabled and / or disadvantaged citizens of Craigmillar to remove barriers and maximise their income and independence. We provide a unique and comprehensive welfare service, including advice and advocacy for our members, their carers, their families and all residents primarily of the now greater Portobello and Craigmillar area. CAN have grown from 5 initial members.

Our staff are more than happy to make home visits for those members unable to visit in person.

The CAN office is based on Niddrie Mains Road, click here for map.

Strategic Aims

Our main strategic aims are:

  • To empower our membership to move on from lives impaired by poverty, disability and disadvantage
  • To provide a fully comprehensive information, money advice and welfare service
  • To address Health Inequalities by providing opportunities through healthy choices
  • To improve opportunities through volunteering and supported employment experiences
  • To encourage members to contribute to the social capital and help build a resilient community
  • To facilitate and signpost individual members to improve quality of life

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