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November 2021
Care home vs Care at home
Choosing care for someone can often be confusing. This workshop will help you think about the different options of services available. Duration: 1 week Who is this online session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this online session By the end of the session carers will have: An understanding of the pros and cons of choosing a care home or care at home. A chance to meet…
Find out more »December 2021
Planning for the year ahead
We will create a personalised vision board. This creative, reflective, and fun process can help you clarify your goals, maintain focus, and have a visual picture of what you are working towards. Duration: 2 weeks (3rd & 10th December) Who is this online session for? Carers who would: Like a little time for themselves to be able to dream again with like-minded peers. Like to gain a little more clarity on who they want to be, do or have in…
Find out more »How to choose a Care service
Choosing care for someone can often be confusing this workshop will help you think about different ways to find and choose a service that is right for you. Duration: 1 week Who is this online session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this online session By the end of the session carers will have: An understanding of what tools can be used to find appropriate services A…
Find out more »FULLY BOOKED – Emergency planning (Face to face)
*** This event is now fully booked. To join the waiting list please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk *** A workshop on options for planning for an emergency. You will be supported to write a personalised Emergency Plan, which is important now more than ever. Duration: 1 week Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this session By the end of the session carers will have:…
Find out more »Adult carer support plan
Adult carers have the right to a support plan. This workshop will explain what an adult carer support plan is and how you can prepare to create one. Duration: 1 week Who is this online session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this online session By the end of the session you will have: An understanding of what an adult carer support plan is. Awareness of what…
Find out more »Coping with the festive season (Face to face)
The festive time can be difficult for carers. Share experiences and find out what support and services are available during this period. Duration: 1 week Who is this session for? Any carer who would like to reflect on the festive period and the changes that have happened since caring and some of the changes that may need to be made. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this session…
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