Carer Training
Sound therapy *fully booked*
Pilton Community Health Project 73 Boswall Parkway, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 30 April, 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 short guided... Read More
Coping strategies
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 1 May, 6pm - 7:30pm. 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. Delivered by:... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 2 May, 10am - 12pm. 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 someone with... Read More
An introduction to Self-directed Support *cancelled*
Online , United KingdomThis event has now been cancelled. Our next event discussing Self-directed Support will be in July. If you have any questions please call us on 0808 196 6666. When: Thursday 2 May, 1pm - 2:30pm. About the event: Explore what Self-directed Support (SDS) is, who it is for and how to access it. We will... Read More
Flower essences to promote emotional wellbeing *fully booked*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 7 May, 11am - 1pm. About the event: Flower essences contain the energy from flowers and plants to help address emotional imbalances. In this workshop, we will look at essences which can support us with difficult feelings. Participants... Read More
Origami workshop *fully booked*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 9 May, 11am - 1pm. About the event: In this workshop, Makiko will walk you through each step of making a spring Origami wreath in a relaxing environment. Suitable for beginners and all materials will be provided. Origami,... Read More
Getting a break from caring
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 9 May, 1pm - 2:30pm. About the event: A workshop on options for planning a break from caring. Learn about the support and services available. By the end of the session carers will have: - Explored what a... Read More
How VOCAL can support you with money and benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 13 May, 1pm - 2:30pm. About the event: Join this session to find out how VOCAL can support you to manage money better and understand which benefits you and your family might be eligible for. Join Jeanne-Marie and... Read More
Taster session for 20-something carers
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 13 May, 6pm - 7pm. About the event: Join this workshop to meet other carers in your age group, share experiences and find out more about how VOCAL can support you. Caring can be challenging and sometimes an... Read More
Caring dads
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 14 May, 11am - 12:30pm. About the event: Led by Mark from Fast Forward, this interactive session is for dads who are caring for their child, offering a supportive space to share experiences and learn. Whether you're seeking... Read More
Guided meditation: Anchoring and Grounding
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 15 May, 11:30am - 1pm. About the event: This event was advertised incorrectly, it is actually an Anchoring and Grounding meditation. Details below: Join Carol for an anchoring and grounding meditation where you will be guided into a... Read More
Crafting keepsake books
Edinburgh Remakery Edinburgh Remakery,This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 15 May, 1:30pm - 3:30pm. About the event: Join this session at the Edinburgh Remakery to learn how to make a small book with pockets for keeping little mementoes. You will use re-purposed materials such as papers, envelopes,... 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 16 May, 11am - 12pm. 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 Attorney... Read More
Foraging walk
Meadowfield Park Meadowfield ParkThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 16 May, 12:30pm - 2pm. About the event: Join us for a guided foraging walk to discover what’s growing at this time of year, how to identify what we see, and how much of that can be used... Read More
Cold water therapy and outdoor swimming *fully booked*
South Queensferry South QueensferryThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 21 May, 12pm - 2pm. 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 into the... Read More
Dementia and the home environment
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 21 May, 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 environment... Read More
Parent carers: Girls and autism – a hidden minority?
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 22 May, 6pm - 8pm. About the event: Join Corrie Mclean in this informal session to discuss how girls with autism are often overlooked, under-diagnosed and less likely to get long-term support. We will look at issues that... Read More
Making money from your hobby
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 23 May, 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 with support... Read More
Understanding dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 30 May, 10am - 12pm. 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. Do you care for someone with dementia? This session... Read More
Parent carers: Understanding neurodiversity
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 30 May, 6pm - 7:30pm. About the event: Join Rhona McAlpine, Occupational Therapist, for an introduction to the neurodiversity paradigm. Rhona will discuss an approach that validates individual lived experience and identifies strengths and support needs. Suitable for... Read More