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December 2021
Emotional regulation
This 1hr session that will focus on exploring basic theory and ways in which we can self-regulate. Suitable for everybody, who has spare hour and wants to know more about regulation of their own emotional states and how it can affect their caring role. 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 During this session carers will: Explore…
Find out more »Finding Balance
In this workshop we explore the challenges of managing multiple demands in life and strategies on finding balance to maintain wellbeing. Duration: 2 weeks (13th & 20th December) 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: Explored their sources of stress and how to manage this. Explored ways to find balance in…
Find out more »Online Coffee Morning (December)(Midlothian)
Join VOCAL Midlothian staff and other carers for a cuppa and chat and have some ‘ME’ time in the run up to Christmas. Morning tea and cake box provided. Duration: 1 week Who is this online session for? This event is open to carers residing or caring for a person within Midlothian local authority area only. Outcomes of this online session Meet other carers. Learn about our peer mentoring and peer support. Share and exchange knowledge with others. Time for…
Find out more »COURSE FULL Online Festive craft workshop
*** This event is now fully booked and registrations are closed. To join waiting list please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk *** Join us for this special online festive workshop. You will be guided to produce a festive themed craft. All materials and instructions are provided and sent out to your home prior to the session. Duration: 1 week Who is this online session for? Carers who have an interest in crafts and would like to meet other carers. No previous experience…
Find out more »Weekly Pilates for dementia carers
Do you care for someone with dementia? Led by an experienced instructor these weekly Pilates classes have been provided to VOCAL by Edinburgh Leisure’s Movement for Memories programme. Take time for yourself to enjoy learning and trying Pilates. Duration: weekly ongoing Who is this online session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. The person you care for has dementia. Open to carers who are new to Pilates or have…
Find out more »Crisis Skills
This 2 hr workshop is focused on exploring skills to tackle the crisis. Based on the same theories and principles as the Coping Strategies course, this short workshop is ideal for people who wants to get a taste of what is offered on a longer course. 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 This session will help…
Find out more »FULLY BOOKED – Festive Craft Workshop (Face to face)
*** This event is now fully booked. To join the waiting list please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk *** This festive themed workshop will guide you to produce a festive craft. All materials will be provided on the day. Duration: 1 week Who is this session for? Carers who have an interest in crafts and would like to meet other carers. No previous experience or skills are required. Outcomes of this session Find time for yourself in lead up to the festive…
Find out more »Surviving the festive season as a Parent carer
The festive season can be a fun time but it can also be challenging for many people. There are often a lot of commitments, expense and social gatherings. A caring role can make a difference to how we view and experience the festive season. 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 Have a better understanding of what…
Find out more »Midlothian Festive Coffee Morning (with tea and cake box)
Join us online via Zoom for a cuppa, chat and quiz. Morning tea and cake box provided. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the Festive Coffee morning carers will: Have had some ‘me’ time Meet and chat with other carers Share and exchange knowledge with others Time for yourself to enhance your own health & wellbeing Delivered by…
Find out more »Midlothian Guided Meditation/Relaxation Session
Relax and unwind with a guided meditation/relaxation session online via Zoom. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the guided meditation/relaxation session carers will: Have had some ‘me’ time Feel relaxed Time for yourself to enhance your own health & wellbeing Delivered by Alison Hughes, Voluntary Therapist. Online Instructions This course will be delivered online. Details of how to…
Find out more »Midlothian Festive Craft Session (Craft packs provided)
Join other carers online via Zoom to make your craft pack and enjoy a blether whilst doing so! Craft packs provided. No previous experience or skills are required. All materials and instructions are provided on the day. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the festive craft session carers will: Have had some me time Meet and chat with…
Find out more »Midlothian Looking after yourself in winter (Wellbeing box provided)
Join us online via Zoom to get useful information and resources to help look after YOU! A wellbeing box full of relaxation goodies will be sent to you following the session. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the guided meditation/relaxation session carers will: Have had some ‘me’ time Feel relaxed Time for yourself to enhance your own health…
Find out more »Midlothian Guided Meditation/Relaxation Session
Relax and unwind with a guided meditation/relaxation session online via Zoom. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the guided meditation/relaxation session carers will: Have had some ‘me’ time Feel relaxed Time for yourself to enhance your own health & wellbeing Delivered by Alison Hughes, Voluntary Therapist. Online Instructions This course will be delivered online. Details of how to…
Find out more »Midlothian Festive Afternoon Tea (with tea and cake box)
Join us online via Zoom for a cuppa, chat and game of bingo. Afternoon tea and cake box provided. Who is this session for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Outcomes of the session By the end of the Festive Afternoon Tea carers will: Have had some ‘me’ time Meet and chat with other carers Share and exchange knowledge with others Time for yourself to enhance your own health & wellbeing…
Find out more »January 2022
Meeting with Yourself
Do you have a sense that something is wrong but you are not sure what? You don’t have time to reflect on what is going on in your life and how it affects you? Or maybe you have a sense that you are losing contact with yourself and you are not even sure what you may need? Give yourself these 2 hours to see if guided self-reflection will bring some more clarity on who you are and where you are…
Find out more »Making positive changes
Beginning of the New Year is a great time to reflect on healthy and unhealthy habits and look at ways we can make changes in our lives. Give yourself a fresh start and join us to explore ways of navigating change! 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 During this event carers will: Learn about creating a habit. Reflect on…
Find out more »February 2022
Emotional regulation
This one hour event that will focus on exploring basic theory and ways in which we can self-regulate. Suitable for everybody, who has spare hour and wants to know more about regulation of their own emotional states and how it can affect their caring role. 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 During this event carers will: Explore basic theory…
Find out more »Crisis Skills
This two hour workshop focuses on exploring skills to tackle the crisis. Based on the same theories and principles as the Coping Strategies course, this short workshop is ideal for people who want to get a taste of what is offered on a longer course. Who is this online course for? This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. Outcomes of this online course This session will help carers: Understand what stress…
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