Out and about
Depression & Low Mood Support Group for unpaid carers (July)
Change Mental Health (Stafford Centre) 103 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday, 29th of July Time: 6-7pm Where: Change Mental Health - Stafford Centre, 103 Broughton Street EH1 3RZ About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with depression and... Read More
Walk and talk
Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 6 August, 1:30pm - 3pm About the event: Enjoy the benefits of walking and meet other carers while exploring Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Local Nature Reserve. Our walks are gentle and a great opportunity to get... Read More
Listening Space for carers of people with dementia (August)
Newington Library 17 Fountainhall Rd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday, 9th of August Time: 10:15-11:15am Where: Newington Library About the event: Are you an unpaid carer caring for someone who has dementia? Are you living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Join our monthly drop-in to: talk about... Read More
Anxiety Support Group for unpaid carers (August)
Health in Mind 40 Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday, 16th of August Time: 10:15-11:15am Where: Health in Mind, 40 Shandwick Place About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with anxious thoughts and feelings? Join our monthly... Read More
Evening Support Group for unpaid carers (August)
Craigmillar Library 101 Niddrie Mains Road, EDINBURGH, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday, 19th of August Time: 6-7pm Where: Craigmillar Library, 101 Niddrie Mains Rd, Edinburgh EH16 4DS About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with your mental health? Do... Read More
Depression & Low Mood Support Group for unpaid carers (August)
Change Mental Health (Stafford Centre) 103 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday, 26th of August Time: 6-7pm Where: Change Mental Health - Stafford Centre, 103 Broughton Street EH1 3RZ About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with depression and... Read More
Volunteer with The Marine Conservation Society
Cramond, Edinburgh , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 4 September, 10:15am - 11:45am About the event: Would you like to learn how to identify oyster shells and help restore the Firth of Forth? We've teamed up with the Marine Conservation Society to support their... Read More
Cold water therapy and outdoor swimming: Introductory session *fully booked*
South Queensferry South QueensferryThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 13 September, 11am - 1pm About the event: Join Jenny, a qualified Cold Water Therapist, for an introduction to the basics and safety of wild swimming. Relax and absorb the experience as she guides you step-by-step... Read More
Mushroom foraging
The Lodge Coffee House 69B Braid Road, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 2nd October, 11am - 12:30pm About the event: Join us for a guided foraging walk to discover what is growing at this time of year. We'll learn about the uses of different mushrooms and associated folklore. ... Read More
Book club (October)
Edinburgh Central Library 7-9 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 22 October, 1pm to 2:30pm. About the event: Join us to discuss all things books in the lovely surroundings of Edinburgh Central Library. In this session we will explore The Foundling by Stacey Halls. Delivered by: ... Read More
Parent carers: Enable travel sessions for young people with ASN (October)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 23 October, 1:30pm to 2:30pm. About the event: This is an information session for parents who care for children and young people with ASN. Join this session to find out how Enable can support children and... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – Yoga (6-week course, Oct to Dec)
Duncan Place Community & Enterprise Hub Duncan Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomAs this event is fully booked, please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: 6 sessions, on Tuesdays from 9:45am... Read More
Parent carers: Walk and talk
Lochend Park Lochend Road South, Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 29 October, 10:30am to 12pm. About the event: Connect with our specialist Parent Carer Support Practitioners and parent carers while enjoying the benefits of walking. Explore the park and canal starting at Lochend Road. Delivered by: ... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – SMART Home visit (October)
Edinburgh Community Rehabilitation and Support Service 62 Longstone Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomAs this event is fully booked, please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 29 October, 1pm to 2:30pm.... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – Poetry for wellbeing
Scottish Poetry Library 5 Crichton's Close, Edinburgh, United KingdomAs this event is fully booked, please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 6 November, 11am to 1pm.... Read More
Listening Space for carers of people with dementia (November)
Newington Library 17 Fountainhall Rd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday, 8th November Time: 10:15-11:15am Where: Newington Library About the event: Are you an unpaid carer caring for someone who has dementia? Are you living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Join our monthly drop-in to: talk about how... Read More
Walk and talk: Malleny Garden, National Trust for Scotland
Malleny Garden Balerno, Scotland, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 12 November, 10:30am to 12pm. About the event: Join us for a wintery stroll around Malleny Gardens, a tranquil oasis on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Enjoy the benefits of walking and meet other carers while exploring... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – Macrame your own plant hanger (November)
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDAs this event is fully booked, please email carertraining@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 and we will add you to our waiting list and contact you if a space becomes available. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 13 November, 11am to 1pm.... Read More
Anxiety Support Group for unpaid carers (November)
Health in Mind 40 Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday, 15th November Time: 10:15-11:15am Where: Health in Mind, 40 Shandwick Place About the event: Are you an unpaid carer living or caring for someone in Edinburgh? Do you struggle with anxious thoughts and feelings? Join our monthly drop-in... Read More
Digital drop in: Support with your devices *cancelled*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 21 November, 1:30pm to 3pm. About the event: Bring your device along to this informal drop-in session and get support to improve your online skills or fix any issues that you may be having. Delivered by: Lesley... Read More