A group led by local parent carers of adult aged children with additional support needs. Skills Development Scotland / My World of Work will attend to provide information on the services they offer that may support you or the person you care for.

We will be join a qualified Career Adviser for part of the session who will give an overview of how they can help and support individuals of all ages to see what opportunities are out there so that they can make informed decisions about their future careers. They will talk about the career services that are available to pupils in school as well as young people who have just left school and adults of all ages. They will take questions from the group on all things career related and if we have time we may even have a career activity quiz!

This group is an informal group, the group will meet monthly in the evening. There is no need to attend every month. Discuss issues that matter most to you, and have an opportunity to meet others on a similar journey!

Outcomes – Meet other carers on a similar journey. Gain knowledge.

If this event is showing as full, please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 (select option 2) and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available.

Who For – This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian.

Provided by – VOCAL Midlothian Staff.

No. of Spaces – 10

Frequency – 2nd Wednesday evening of every month.

Refreshments will be provided. If you book your place online, a reminder and everything you need to know about the event will be emailed to you 2 to 4 days prior to the event. If you book your place online within 2 days of the event, please call 0808 196 6666 (select option 2) or email midlothian@vocal.org.uk if you require further information.

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. If you have any questions, require assistance to enable you to attend please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk or call/text on 07950 648 755. Please note, this mobile number is for events, activities and training sessions only.