Resources
Our resources are free to use. Some tools from other organisations may entail a cost (we will tell you if this is the case).
These are resources that ESS has developed e.g. Support guides, Method sheets, Webinars, Case studies.
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Choose either ‘Resource by sector’ or ‘Resource by theme’ to help narrow down your search, or use the search function to look for a specific resource.
Becoming visible: Operating standards for community organisations
The standards were developed for use by community organisations in England and Wales, but have general relevance for village halls, community centres and flats, resource centres and arts or sports
Befriending outcomes (Extract from The Source to the sea)
This extract from The Source to the Sea gives examples of outcomes for befriendees, volunteer befrienders, local communities, amenities and businesses, and those commissioning befriending services.
Big Picture Route Map
This visual tool can help participants reflect on their current situation or experience of an event and to help start discussions on what the next step for them might be.
Big Picture Route Map – Introduction
This cartoon map has different vehicles, routes and characters. This visual tool can help participants reflect on their current situation or experience of an event and to help start discussions on what the next step for them might be.
Budgeting for evaluation
ESS held a peer learning event for those in Scotland’s third sector with the responsibility of leading evaluation within their organisation. This resource will outline some tips on how to budget for evaluation. This event took place on 11 October 2022.
Building mutually beneficial relationships – Top tips for Funded Organisations
Top tips for funded organisations about how to build mutually beneficial relationship with their funders.
Building mutually beneficial relationships – Top tips for Funders
Top tips for funders about how to build mutually beneficial relationship with their funding organisations.
Canterbury Wellbeing Scales
The Canterbury Wellbeing Scales (CWS) were developed to assess subjective wellbeing in people with mild to moderate dementias, family caregivers, and professional caregivers who care for this population. It is suitable for use by people in the community as well as researchers.
Carers Checklist
This is an outcome measure for people with dementia and their carers.
Case Study SIT? Pilton Equalities Project – Evaluation
This Evaluation document looks at the Pilton Equalities Project and their approach to evaluation.
