Money and benefits
Managing money *cancelled*
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 11 October, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: A session on strategies for managing and saving money in these tough times. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions for attending the event This event... Read More
Managing money over the festive period
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 26 October, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Christmas financial planning can be tough. This session will help you to plan your finances over the festive period. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) and Shirley... Read More
Welfare rights and income maximisation session – Midlothian
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 Midlothian only. About the event: In this session, a member of the welfare and income maximisation team for Into Work will provide information on local initiatives and financial wellbeing. The aim of this session is to help you maximise your income... Read More
An introduction to residential care costs
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 30 October, 10.30am - 12pm About the event: When a family member or friend goes into a care home, it can be a difficult time for carers and those they care for. Having to navigate and understand... Read More
Fuel discounts and cutting costs at home
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 30 October, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Join Andy from Changeworks for information on fuel discounts and strategies to make your money go further during the winter months. Delivered by: Andy Price (Affordable Warmth Advisor at... Read More
Retirement benefits
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 31 October, 1.30pm - 2.30pm About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and the people they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton (Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL) Instructions for... 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: Wednesday 8 November, 1pm - 2pm 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
An introduction to Self-Directed Support (SDS)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 16 November, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: Self-Directed Support (SDS) is an individual’s legal right to shape & manage their own package of care. This session explains how it works in more detail. In this session we... Read More
Managing money
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 27 November, 11am - 12.30pm About the event: A session on strategies for managing and saving money in these tough times. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions for joining the event This event will... Read More
Basic benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 29 November, 12pm - 1pm About the event: Advice and information about the welfare benefits available to carers and those they care for. This is an informal session and carers are welcome to ask questions. Delivered by: Andy... Read More
Future planning: An introduction to residential care
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 30 January, 6pm - 7.30pm About the event: When the person you care for goes into residential care this can be a difficult time for everyone. In this workshop, we will explain the basics of care home fees... Read More
Fuel discounts and cutting costs at home
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 12 February, 12pm - 1pm About the event: Information about fuel discounts and strategies to make your money go further. Delivered by: Changeworks and VOCAL Instructions for joining the event: This event will be delivered ONLINE. Details of... 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: Tuesday 13 February, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: Join this session to find out how we can support you to manage your money better and find out which benefits you and your family might be eligible for. Join... Read More
Retirement benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 26 February, 11am - 12pm About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and the people that they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton, Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL Instructions... Read More
Basic benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 25 March, 10am - 11am About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and the people they care for. Many carers find themselves in the position of having to access benefits for themselves or the person... Read More