Getting the right support
CAM – Carers Action Midlothian (November)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 5 November, 10:30am to 12pm. About the event: This group is about bringing together carers with similar experiences to raise issues and work towards change. These groups provide a safe space for carers to explore issues affecting... Read More
Getting a break from caring
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 6 November, 5:30pm to 7pm. 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
Coping strategies drop-in
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 7 November, 11:30am to 12:30pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These are... Read More
Parent Carers: Co-regulation and building connection with Q&A
OnlineAs this event is fully booked, 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. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 8 November, 10am to 11:30am.... Read More
Coping strategies drop-in (mid November)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 11 November, 6pm to 7pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These are... Read More
Peer support group: Parent carers of adults (November)
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: Wednesday 13 November, 6pm to 7:30pm. About the event: Our peer support group is a supportive community of parents who are caring for a child aged 16 or older with Additional Support Needs (ASN). This informal group,... Read More
Applying for Attendance Allowance
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 18 November, 10:45am to 12pm. About the event: Attendance Allowance helps with extra costs if you have a disability that means someone needs to support you. This workshop aims to help anyone who intends to... Read More
An overview of Lothian Disabled Living Centre
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 18 November, 12pm to 1pm. About the event: Lothian Disabled Living Centre is a resource and information centre where you can get independent advice if you are considering buying equipment to assist in daily living. We... Read More
An introduction to Self-directed Support (November)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 18 November, 5:30pm to 7pm. 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
Working carers workshop (November)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 19 November, 7pm to 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 working... Read More
Coping strategies drop-in *cancelled*
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 21 November, 11:30am to 12:30pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These are... Read More
Peer support group: Parent carers (November)
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: Monday 25 November, 10am to 12pm. About the event: Please join us in our warm and welcoming space, and connect with other parents who are going through similar experiences. You can also receive valuable information, advice, and guidance... Read More
Coping strategies drop-in
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 25 November, 6pm to 7pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These are... Read More
Self-Directed Support and community brokerage: Navigating the way together!
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 26 November, 5pm to 8pm. About the event: Join our small group session to learn more about SDS, how to prepare for an assessment, maximise your budget, and access community resources. We will also discuss the... Read More
Coping with Christmas *cancelled*
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 2 December, 6pm - 8pm About the event: Christmas can be enjoyable for families but for children and adults with Additional Support Needs (ASN), this time may be challenging. Our interactive workshop will focus on practical... Read More
Coping strategies drop-in (9 Dec)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 9 December, 6pm to 7pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These... Read More
Peer support group: Parent carers of adults (December)
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: Wednesday 11 December, 6pm to 7:30pm. About the event: Our peer support group is a welcoming community for parents caring for a child aged 16 or older with Additional Support Needs (ASN). This informal group, led by... Read More
Coping strategies drop-in (16 Dec)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 16 December, 12pm to 1pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These... Read More
Working carers workshop (January)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 21 January, 7pm to 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
Peer support group: Parent carers (January)
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: Monday 27 January, 10am to 12pm. About the event: Please join us in our warm and welcoming space to connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges. You can also receive valuable information, advice, and guidance... Read More