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Pilates (3 sessions)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: 3 sessions from Monday 14 April to Monday 12 May, 5pm to 5:45pm. About the event: Join our Pilates instructor Janine, who uses the original principles of Pilates. You will have the opportunity to lengthen and strengthen... Read More
An Introduction to Self-Directed Support for unpaid carers (April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 17 April, 3pm to 4:30pm. 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... Read More
Coping strategies (21st April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 21st April, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 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
Working carers workshop (April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 22 April, 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
Room for art (evening)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: 6 sessions, monthly from Wednesday 23 April to Wednesday 24 September, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: Join our wonderful artist Juliana from Art in Healthcare who will guide the group through six monthly sessions. This course... Read More
Book club (online, April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 24 April, 1pm to 2pm. About the event: Join us for a discussion about all things books. In this session, we will discuss Small Pleasures by Clare Chambers. By attending the event, carers will: Have an... Read More
An introduction to becoming a Personal Assistant Employer – The Basics (April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 28 April, 12pm - 1.30pm About the event: If you employ, or are planning to employ, Personal Assistants using a Direct Payment from the local authority, join VOCAL and Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCiL) practitioners... Read More
Carer Action Midlothian (CAM) (April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 29 April, 10:30am to 12pm. About the event: We hold bi-monthly sessions for carers to share their experiences and issues and shape local services in the future. These sessions provide a safe space for carers to explore... Read More
Understanding dementia (April)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 30 April, 5:30pm - 7:30pm About the event: Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session is aimed at carers supporting someone in the early or mid-stages of dementia. This session will help you understand the... Read More
Coping strategies (5 May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 5 May, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 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
Parent carers: Enable Works for jobseekers with ASN (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 6 May, 5:30pm - 6:30pm. About the event: Join Francesca from Enable Works who will share information about their All In Edinburgh and Next Steps programmes which support individuals over the age of 16 with disabilities or long-term... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 7 May, 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. This workshop will help... Read More
An introduction to writing your will (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 19 May, 1pm - 2pm About the event: This session will talk you through the reasons why it is important to make a will and demonstrate how to do it using the Bequeathed Wills for Good Service.... Read More
Meditation and mindfulness (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 19 May, 5pm - 6pm About the event: Join Frazer on this online workshop for accessible mindfulness meditation and kindness for all, from complete beginners. A tailored chat, a poem, and a gentle meditation will help... Read More
Caring for someone who uses alcohol or drugs: Rights and inclusion (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 20 May, 5:30pm - 7pm About the event: Are you caring for someone who uses alcohol or drugs? This session will explore the unique needs of carers in this caring situation and the types of support available... Read More
Parent carers: Enable travel sessions for young people with ASN (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 May, 5:30pm-6:30pm About the event: This is an information session for those caring for a child or young person with ASN in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Join this session to find out how Enable can support children... Read More
Working carers workshop (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 May, 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
Personal Assistant Employer – Employing a family member or friend (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 23 May, 10am - 11.30am About the event: It is possible, with authorisation from the local authority, to employ family members using a Direct Payment. Join VOCAL and Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCiL) practitioners to... Read More
Parent carers: Co-regulation and building connection with Q&A (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 23 May, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: Join Rhona McAlpine, Occupational Therapist, for an introduction to co-regulation through the use of strategies, tools and calming techniques. Suitable for carers of children and adults with Additional... Read More
Pension Age Disability Payment (May)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 26 May, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP) is a new benefit from Social Security Scotland. It is replacing Attendance Allowance for people of pension age who have a disability or long-term... Read More