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CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative

@chaiedinburgh.bsky.social

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We support and empower people and communities across Edinburgh through free, confidential, high-quality, impartial advice, information and representation on welfare benefits, money, housing and employability. https://chaiedinburgh.org.uk/

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CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 12h

Meet Virag!

As a Case Support Worker, Virag works alongside our CHAI advisors to make sure clients in the most vulnerable circumstances receive holistic, accessible support. From home visits to grant applications, Virag ensures each client gets the tailored help they need. #TeamCHAI #Edinburgh

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 3d

Turn up. Step up. Demand better. Join the march for all of us on Saturday 25th March. #Edinburgh #25Oct #ScotlandDemandsBetter
https://loom.ly/nJ6_W6E

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 3d

We had an amazing time at the Volunteer Recruitment Fair organised by Volunteer Edinburgh on 30 September!
Huge thanks to Volunteer Edinburgh for hosting such an inspiring event. #Volunteering #Community #EdVolFair #MakeADifference #VolunteerEdinburgh

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 4d

🌍💚 Today is World Mental Health Day.

We know that worries about money, debt, or housing can have a huge impact on your mental wellbeing. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. 💬 If you need support, reach out to us.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WelfareRights #DebtAdvice #HousingAdvice

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 4d

On day 5 of #ChallengePoverty week, we are calling for fair, bold and fast climate action. There is no social justice without climate justice. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/bdzh3mrk

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 5d

On day 4 of #ChallengePoverty week, we are joining with other organisations across Scotland to celebrate the community organisations and volunteers who provide vital support to help people live decent and dignified lives.

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 6d

On day 3 of #ChallengePoverty week, we demand better investment in life’s essentials like housing, transport, social care and public services. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/3xsvvtnv

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 7d

It’s day 2 of #ChallengePoverty Week. We demand better jobs for everyone who needs one, with fair conditions and wages that pay the bills. https://tinyurl.com/4kutjwjx

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 8d

It’s day 1 of #ChallengePoverty Week and the theme for today is social security. We demand better social security, so that all of us have a foundation for the future. https://tinyurl.com/49hayru7

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 13d

Turn up. Step up. Demand better. Join the march for all of us on Saturday 25th March. #Edinburgh #25Oct #ScotlandDemandsBetter
https://loom.ly/nJ6_W6E

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 13d

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Early detection saves lives — regular checks and screening are key. Men can also be affected.

👉 Find reliable information and guidance on the NHS website: nhs.uk/breast-cancer

#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 22d

We support UK Savings Week! Want to save but don’t know where to start? Check out these hints and tips which will guide you on how to start your savings journey. https://loom.ly/5UiEzh4

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 22d

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 25d

CHAI supports #challengepoverty #wedemandbetter

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 27d

More details at:
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/hc1
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check
#NHScosts

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 29d

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Sep 11

🍂 Our CHAI Autumn Newsletter is here! 🍂 https://loom.ly/MPNW8LY

#CHAI #CommunitySupport #Advice #Edinburgh

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Sep 8

We are pleased to present our Annual Report for 2024-25, showcasing the financial gains we’ve achieved for our clients and the number of people we’ve supported, overall and within each of our funded projects.
https://tinyurl.com/CHAIAnnualReport2425

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Sep 1

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Aug 25

Turn up. Step up. Demand better. Join the march for all of us. #Edinburgh #25Oct #ScotlandDemandsBetter https://loom.ly/nJ6_W6E
https://loom.ly/RBE5DM8

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CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 31

Are you the parent or carer of a neurodivergent child? Check out this video from the City of Edinburgh Council
https://loom.ly/a_9geiE
https://loom.ly/i-Fc9AA

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 30

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 24

Meet Pauline from CHAI’s busy admin team! She’s often the first point of contact for people seeking help with benefits, housing or debt. She loves seeing the relief when clients realise support is available—and hearing how CHAI’s advice transforms lives. #MeetTheTeam #CHAI #BehindTheScenes

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 21

We’re proud CHAI’s Maximise! project is featured in the ScotGov report on 25 years of preventative interventions—showing real impact for families & influencing national policy. 💛
Read more: https://loom.ly/72LOdso
#MaximiseProject

CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 14

🌟 CHAI CEO Teresa Sutherland features in @RobertsonTrust’s Voices series, sharing insights on what's needed to tackle poverty & trauma in Edinburgh.

🔗 https://loom.ly/y-14pEw

#CHAI #VoicesSeries #Poverty #TraumaInformed #AdviceMatters #Edinburgh