Caring for someone with dementia
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 20 August, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: Our peer support group provides a comforting, confidential, and secure space to connect with others about how dementia impacts your life. You can receive practical and emotional support,... Read More
Parent carers: Getting transitions right from child to adult services
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 August, 10am - 12pm About the event: This is a chance to find out what to expect during transition, along with information, tools and tips that can help when caring for a child with Additional... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 August, 5:30pm - 7:30pm About the event: Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session will help you understand and manage behaviour you might find distressing, or hard to deal with. Do you care for... Read More
Sound therapy
Pilton Community Health Project 73 Boswall Parkway, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 22 August, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: This live sound bath session will gently guide you into a meditative state of deep relaxation and calm, soothing mind and body. This session will begin with a... Read More
Depression & Low Mood Support Group for unpaid carers (August)
Change Mental Health (Stafford Centre) 103 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday, 26th of August Time: 6-7pm Where: Change Mental Health - Stafford Centre, 103 Broughton Street EH1 3RZ About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with depression and... Read More
Dementia and the home environment
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 29 August, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: This short workshop looks at the benefits and challenges of the home environment for people living with dementia. In this workshop we discuss: The benefits of the home... Read More
Getting your voice heard
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 2 September, 10am - 11:30am About the event: Do you feel worried about speaking up and advocating for yourself or the person you care for? Would you like to feel confident communicating in meetings and difficult... Read More
Retirement benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 3 September, 11am - 12pm About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and those they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton, Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL. Instructions... Read More
Volunteer with The Marine Conservation Society
Cramond, Edinburgh , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 4 September, 10:15am - 11:45am About the event: Would you like to learn how to identify oyster shells and help restore the Firth of Forth? We've teamed up with the Marine Conservation Society to support their... Read More
Poetry for carers
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: 4 sessions, weekly from Wednesday 4 September to Wednesday 25 September, 10:30am - 11:45am About the event: Join this informal group for an exploration into poetry collections with other carers. No previous experience is required, just an... Read More
Parent carers: Understanding sensory needs in children and young people with Additional Support Needs
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 4 September, 6pm - 8pm About the event: Discover how sensory experiences and needs can impact on children and young people's behaviour, communication and engagement. Learn strategies to support them. This session explores why children and... Read More
Making money from your hobby
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 5 September, 11am - 12pm About the event: Do you currently have a hobby or make things, and have been told "you should sell that"? Find out how to turn your hobby into some extra income... Read More
Coping strategies
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 5 September, 1pm - 2:30pm About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn more about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. ... Read More
CAM – Carers Action Midlothian
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 10 September, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: Midlothian's carers campaigning and engagement group brings together carers with similar experiences to raise issues and work towards change. These groups provide a safe space for carers to... Read More
Carers together: Brew and a blether
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 11 September, 11am - 1pm About the event: Come along and have some time for you! Meet with other carers for a brew and a blether at our relaxed and friendly Edinburgh Carers' Hub. Join our monthly... Read More
Guided meditation: Rainbow path *fully booked*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 11 September, 11:30am - 1pm About the event: Join Carol for a relaxing meditation where we'll connect with the ocean and the beautiful creatures within it. At the end of the session, you will have the... Read More
Working carers workshop
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 11 September, 7pm - 8pm About the event: Juggling work and care is challenging. Working carers are invited to join VOCAL for a short workshop to discuss issues that matter most to you, and meet other... Read More
Carers’ rights, Power of Attorney and Guardianship
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 12 September, 12pm - 1:30pm About the event: Kathleen Taylor from the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland will give a talk on the Commission, mental health laws and your rights as a carer including Power of... Read More
Cold water therapy and outdoor swimming: Introductory session *fully booked*
South Queensferry South QueensferryThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 13 September, 11am - 1pm About the event: Join Jenny, a qualified Cold Water Therapist, for an introduction to the basics and safety of wild swimming. Relax and absorb the experience as she guides you step-by-step... Read More
An introduction to self-directed support
Online , United KingdomThis 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... Read More