Illnesses and disabilities
Stroke information session
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomJolene from the Stroke Association Scotland will share information on impact of a stroke, living after a stroke, stroke prevention and the support available. We will also hear from a stroke survivor. 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... Read More
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in children and young people (Sept)
goo Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre, 5 Moredunvale Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Duration: 1 session, 9.30am-11.30am About the event: This session will focus on how OCD can affect children and young people and consider how parents and other family members can support young people experiencing these difficulties. Delivered by: Parents Mindwell... Read More
FULLY BOOKED Low mood and depression in Teenagers (Sept)
southside Southside Community Centre,, United Kingdom***This event is fully booked*** This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Duration: 1 session, 6.30pm-8.30pm About the event: This session will focus on how low mood and depression can affect children and young people and consider how parents and other family members can support... Read More
Understanding dementia (evening)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 10 October, 5.30pm - 7pm About the event: Do you care for someone with dementia? Led by an experienced dementia nurse this session will help you understand the basics of dementia and some of the challenges that... 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: Tuesday 17 October, 5.30pm - 7.30pm About the event: Do you care for someone with dementia? Led by an experienced dementia nurse this workshop will help you understand and manage behaviour you might find distressing or hard to deal... Read More
Managing behaviour that is challenging
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 24 October, 5.30pm - 7pm About the event: Provides participants the opportunity to talk about and learn knowledge on how to respond to behaviour that is challenging. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions... Read More
Managing medication *cancelled*
Online , United KingdomThis event is now cancelled. When: Wednesday 1 November, 7pm - 8.30pm About the event: Information and advice on how to manage the medication of the person you care for. Delivered by: Aga Newsome Instructions for joining the event This event will be delivered ONLINE. Details of how to join the event will be sent you... Read More
Parent carers: discussing puberty and managing feelings with autistic children and young people
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 6 November, 6pm - 8pm About the event: This relaxed and informal session, led by Corrie, focuses on the importance of supporting your child’s experience of puberty, as well as protecting them against vulnerabilities. Topics include the link... Read More
Understanding dementia
Gilmerton Community Centre 4 Drum Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 7 November, 2pm - 4pm About the event: Do you care for someone with dementia? Led by an experienced dementia nurse this session will help you understand the basics of dementia and some of the challenges that come... 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 9 November, 6pm - 7.30pm About the event: Join Rhona McAlpine, Occupational Therapist, for an introduction to neurodiversity. Rhona will discuss an approach that centres on individual lived experience and identifies strengths and support needs. This is suitable... 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 14 November, 2pm - 3.30pm About the event: This short workshop looks at the benefits and the challenges of the home for people living with dementia. Delivered by: Rachel Davison (Dementia Training Officer at Age Scotland) Instructions for... Read More