In 1992 Queensferry was recognised to be an area of the Lothian's requiring out of hospital care for older people and including those with a diagnosis of dementia. A situation that often-left families isolated and struggling alone to provide care at home for their relatives.A Local Authority Social Worker with responsibility for the care of older people, brought together a group of people from across the Queensferry community to see if a solution could be found.One of the main concerns was Day Care. Funding was needed as were premises. A small grant was obtained for one year and a member of staff employed. Rev John Carrie (Minister at Queensferry Parish Church) played an integral part in all the negotiation offered a room at the Church. In September 1993 the organisation we know today as "Queensferry Churches' Care in the Community" was born.
A Board was appointed to oversee operations with the minister of Rev John Carrie as its first Chairman, and two years later a manager was appointed to manage the service. Under her leadership QCCC grew from providing day care to 12 people one day a week to providing a five day weekly service which moved to its own premises in 2004.Our Board of Directors continue to ensure that we maintain our gold standard of high quality care and service delivery and continues to work alongside our staff team and volunteers to identify and meet the challenges of ever growing need.
QCCC provide a variety of services for older people in Queensferry, please click on links below for more information.
The Almond Supper Club is for older people with a diagnosis of dementia… more
The Volunteer Hub aims to support local groups in the form of advertising,… more
The Memory café provides a friendly drop in service for anyone who… more
During COVID 19 lockdown we have been able to adapt our services to stay… more
'Ferry' South Queensferry's trishaw is for people of any age who live with health issues or experience social isolation. 'Ferry's' five fully trained volunteers are eager for passengers to experience the wind in their…... read on
Since closing The Haven on 20 March the day care team have been phoning all of our day care members on a weekly basis. Through these conversations we have been able to help people…... read on
We are delighted to announce the launch of our NEW Connecting Communities telephone befriending initiative, supported by funding from Befriending Networks. ... read on
We're always looking for volunteers and staff roles to assist with services in our six communities; click below to see what vacancies or opportunities are available:
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Gillian has been involved with Queensferry Care for over 20 years and is now joint manager along with Liz.
I am Lorna and I joined Queensferry Care, 4 years before the first iPhone!!
John is our Supper Club Coordinator as well as being a member of relief staff. John organises trips out for…
Susan has been a staff member for a number of years and has taken on various roles, at present she…
Sharon and her family stay in South Queensferry, she is a former hairdresser Sharon has recently started her own beauty…
I’m Linda, I am originally from Edinburgh but have lived in the Ferry since 1994.
Aileen is our day care coordinator and ensures that all our members enjoy the time they spend at The Haven.
Anita is a member of our relief team and enjoys spending time with our members at The Haven
Diane enjoys spending her Tuesday's with the day care members.
Elaine is an avid supporter of Queensferry Care, having volunteered in both Kirkliston and Queensferry. Elaine appreciated the care her Mum…
Queensferry Care provide opportunities for senior pupils to get work experience.
Quaid is shown receiving his Saltire Awards from our Volunteer Coordinator Lorna.
I am Lorna and I joined Queensferry Care, 4 years before the first iPhone!!
Sue is passionate about the voluntary sector and has been involved in it on both on a personal and professional…
