News - The Eric Liddell Community

Edinburgh Charity Launches 2026 Manifesto Calling for Urgent Action to Support Dementia Care

February 12, 2026

The Eric Liddell Community’s manifesto sets out five crucial priorities to support the estimated 90,000 people living with dementia in Scotland. EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND: […]

Recruitment – Chef

January 30, 2026

The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community hub in the Southwest of Edinburgh delivering a range of services throughout […]

Her Royal Highness Supports The Eric Liddell Community at its Dinner for Dementia

January 29, 2026

Her Royal Highness, the charity’s Royal Patron, was in attendance to support the crucial work that The Eric Liddell Community does for those […]

Recruitment – Volunteer Receptionist

January 29, 2026

About the Role The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community hub in the Southwest of Edinburgh delivering a range […]

Recruitment – Day Care Officer

January 16, 2026

Day Care Officer Full time (5 days, 37.5 hours per week), £26,817 The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community […]

Recruitment – Chief Executive Officer

January 15, 2026

Chief Executive Officer 5 days per week, £55,000 The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community hub in the South […]

Congratulations to our CEO

January 6, 2026

We are thrilled to share that our CEO, John MacMillan has been awarded an MBE in the 2026 New Year’s Honours List for […]

Give the Gift of Friendship – Christmas Appeal

December 18, 2025

THE ERIC LIDDELL COMMUNITY’S CHRISTMAS APPEAL URGES SUPPORT TO GROW CRUCIAL BEFRIENDING SERVICE FOR UNPAID CARERS. The Edinburgh charity’s Christmas Appeal will strengthen […]

Carers Week: The Eric Liddell Community shines a light on the invaluable role unpaid carers play in supporting loved ones living with dementia

June 24, 2025

During Carers Week 2025, The Eric Liddell Community spotlighted the invaluable role unpaid carers play in supporting loved ones living with dementia. Through […]

Local Councillor Presents The Eric Liddell Community With A Congratulatory Motion For Its Work With Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal

June 11, 2025

The Edinburgh-based care charity has been recognised for its ongoing work with its Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal. [Edinburgh, 9th […]

The Eric Liddell Community Drives Effort to Build a More Dementia-Friendly Edinburgh

June 2, 2025

This Dementia Awareness Week, the Edinburgh-based care charity will host an expert-led evening event and a business breakfast to inspire local residents and […]

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, visits The Eric Liddell Community for the first time as Royal Patron

April 16, 2025

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal recognises long-serving volunteer at The Eric Liddell Community and marks the arrival of inspiring new exhibition celebrating […]

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