This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. 

When: Monday 16 September, 12:30pm – 2pm

About the event: 

Explore what self-directed support (SDS) is, who it is for and how to access it. We will also discuss where you can get further help, updates and new developments in relation to SDS. 

• An explanation of Self-directed Support, who is eligible and the process for getting it
• Ideas and examples on the 4 options of self-directed support
• Next steps and further information

Delivered by: 

Wendy Brooks, Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL.

Instructions for joining:

This event will be delivered ONLINE. Details of how to join the event will be sent to you via email once you have registered. Please note, if you do not get an email with Zoom details for the event you have registered for please contact VOCAL on the details below.   

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case. 

Booking info: 

If this event is showing as full, please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available. 

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.