Planning for the future
Future planning: thinking about long-term care
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 4 December, 11am - 12.30pm About the event: Information and advice on how to plan long-term care such as residential care, day care or care at home. Includes information on how it is arranged and paid for. This... Read More
Future planning: an introduction to writing your will
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and/or Midlothian. When: Monday 4 December, 1pm - 2pm About the event: This session will talk you through the importance of making a will and demonstrate how to do it using the Bequeathed Will for Good Service. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee... Read More
Understanding dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 5 December, 1pm - 3pm 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
Everyday technology for dementia care
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 7 December, 11am - 12pm About the event: This session will be a lively tour of some digital devices that people living with dementia and their carers find useful. Delivered by: Kathy Wiles (Digital Dementia Advisor at Alzheimer... Read More
CAM – Carers Action Midlothian – December 2023
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian only. About the event: An opportunity to discuss carer issues and share your experiences. We can share any concerns with our partners in local and national government to drive change. Your input can make a difference to carers and shape... Read More
Carer evening cuppa: caring for someone with dementia – December 2023
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: Come to our friendly Carer Centre and discuss issues that matter most to you, and meet other carers on a similar journey. Refreshments will be provided. If this event is showing as full, please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk... Read More
Future planning: Emergency and anticipatory planning
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 29 January, 11.30am - 1pm About the event: A workshop on options for how you plan for an emergency for yourself or the person you care for. You will be supported to write an emergency and anticipatory... 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
Adult Carer Support Plans *cancelled*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event has now been cancelled but will be repeated on Thursday 7th March. About the event: Find out more about Adult Carer Support Plans (ASCPs) including how to get one and what information is included. As of April 2018, The Carers Act stipulates that all adult carers have the right to an Adult Carer... Read More
An introduction to Self-Directed Support
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 22 February, 1pm - 2.30pm 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 and updates in relation to... Read More
SMART Home visit
Edinburgh Community Rehabilitation and Support Service 62 Longstone Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 27 February, 10.30am - 12pm About the event: Visit the SMART Home at Edinburgh Community Rehabilitation and Support Service and see how you or someone you care for could benefit from smart home technology that supports safe and... Read More
Understanding dementia *date change*
Online , United Kingdom*The date of this event has changed to Thursday 7 March* This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 7 March, 5.30pm - 7.30pm About the event: This session is aimed at carers supporting someone in the early or mid-stages of dementia. Do you care for... Read More
Basic First Aid
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 5 March, 5.30pm - 7pm About the event: A practical introductory session, led by a British Red Cross professional, covering commonly used first aid techniques. No previous experience needed. Learn a range of skills on this course to... Read More
Adult Carer Support Plans
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 7 March, 12pm - 1.30pm About the event: Find out more about Adult Carer Support Plans (ACSPs) including how to get one and what information is included. As of April 2018, The Carers Act stipulates that all adult... Read More
CAM – Carers Action Midlothian – March 2024
Online , United KingdomAn opportunity to discuss carer issues and share your experiences. We can share any concerns with our partners in local and national government to drive change. Your input can make a difference to carers and shape services in future. If this event is showing as full, please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 (select... Read More
An introduction to writing your will
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and/or Midlothian. When: Thursday 14 March, 1pm - 2pm About the event: This session will talk you through the reasons why it is important to make a will and demonstrate how to do it using the Bequeathed Will for Good Service.... Read More
Parent carers: Getting transitions right from child to adult services
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Carer’s Rights, Power of Attorney and Guardianship
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 21 March, 12pm - 1pm About the event: Kathleen Taylor from the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland will give a talk on the Commission, mental health laws and your rights as a carer including Power of Attorney and... Read More
Getting a break from caring
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 25 March, 11.30am - 1pm 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 break... Read More
*cancelled* An introduction to Self-directed Support (SDS)
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 26 March, 2pm - 3.30pm 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 in... Read More