Overview

Since 1998 HopScotch has been providing free respite breaks for vulnerable children living in Scotland. We give children a break from chaotic and stressful home environments by providing them with a safe and therapeutic five day stay at Ardvullin our respite centre in Ardgour. It is a sad fact of life that there are thousands of children living in Scotland today who find themselves excluded from society. They may suffer as a result of parental substance abuse; parental mental health issues, disability or terminal illnesses; and as a result they act as the main carer for close family members. They don’t get the chance to play or form friendships like other children. Other children suffer as a result of domestic violence, physical or sexual abuse, neglect or extreme poverty. A break at Ardvullin provides children with experiences and opportunities to grow and develop and realise their full potential. We believe that good childhood memories last a lifetime.