Illnesses and disabilities
Parent carers: Navigating public and private spaces with autistic children and young people
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 6 March, 6pm - 8pm About the event: During this session, we will talk about managing vulnerabilities and how to support children to learn the concept of public and private places, and associated behaviours. For carers of children... Read More
Parent carers: Supporting young people with ASN to safely use the internet
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 11 March, 6pm - 8pm About the event: During this informal session, led by Corrie, we will explore how the internet is changing and how children and young people interact with each other online. We will discuss supportive... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia *date change*
Online*The date and time of this event has changed to Thursday 14 March, 5.30pm - 7.30pm* This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 14 March, 5.30pm - 7.30pm About the event: This session will help you to understand and manage behaviour you might find... Read More
Parent carers: Getting transitions right from child to adult services
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 20 March, 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 Support Needs... Read More
Parent carers: A neurodiverse affirming approach
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 6 June, 6pm - 7.30pm About the event: Join Occupational Therapist Rhona McAlpine to discuss individual differences rather than deficit in neurodiversity. Learn how we can focus on changes to the environment rather than attempt to ‘fix’ the... Read More
Basic First Aid *cancelled*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event has now been cancelled. When: Tuesday 9 July, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: A face-to-face practical introductory session, led by a British Red Cross professional, covering common first aid techniques. No previous experience is needed. Learn a range of skills on this course to help you in a first-aid emergency. Delivered by:... Read More
Peer support group: Parent carers of adults
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 10 July, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: Join a supportive community of parents who are caring for a child aged 16 or older with Additional Support Needs. This informal group, led by parent carers, offers... Read More
Parent carers: Enable travel sessions for young people with Additional Support Needs
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 15 July, 11am - 12pm About the event: This is an information session for parents who care for children and young people with ASN. Join this session to find out how Enable can support children and... Read More
Mental Health First Aid
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 15 July, 5:30pm - 7pm About the event: This session will explore techniques that can give initial support and comfort to someone experiencing a mental health problem and provide help to prevent a mental health problem... Read More
Moving and handling
McSence Communication, 32 Sycamore Road, Dalkeith, EH22 5TA 32 Sycamore Road, Mayfield, Dalkeith, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 22 July, 9am - 4pm About the event: Learn about moving and handling, which will help you safely support others with their mobility. You will learn the theory and then have the opportunity to practise. Lunch... Read More
Parent carers: Understanding neurodiversity
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 1 August, 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.... Read More
Parent carers: A neurodiverse affirming approach
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 8 August, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: Join Occupational Therapist Rhona McAlpine to discuss individual differences rather than deficits in neurodiversity. Learn how we can focus on changes to the environment rather than attempt to... Read More
Understanding dementia
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 14 August, 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. Do you care for someone with dementia?... Read More
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
OnlineThis 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
OnlineThis 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
Dementia and the home environment
OnlineThis 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
Parent carers: Understanding sensory needs in children and young people with Additional Support Needs
OnlineThis 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
Everyday technology for dementia care
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 24 September, 12pm - 1pm About the event: This session will be a lively tour of some of the digital devices that people living with dementia and their carers find useful. This session is a great... Read More
Dementia: Mood and wellbeing
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Please note change of time, this session will run 6.30pm-8.30pm. When: Wednesday 25 September, 6.30pm - 8.30pm About the event: There are many factors that can influence mood for people living with dementia. In this short workshop we... Read More