Planning for the future
Future planning: An introduction to residential care
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 25 July, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: When the person you care for goes into residential care this can be a difficult time for all. In this workshop, we will explain the basics of care... Read More
CAM – Carers Action 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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 30 July, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: Midlothian's carers campaigning and engagement group brings together carers with similar experiences to raise issues and work towards change. These groups provide a safe space for carers to... Read More
Basic First Aid
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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 1 August, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: A face-to-face practical introductory session, led by a British Red Cross professional, covering common first aid techniques. No previous experience is needed. Learn a range of skills on... Read More
Getting a break from caring
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Friday 2 August, 2pm - 3:30pm 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... Read More
Parent carers: A neurodiverse affirming approach
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 8 August, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: Join Occupational Therapist Rhona McAlpine to discuss individual differences rather than deficits in neurodiversity. Learn how we can focus on changes to the environment rather than attempt to... Read More
Understanding dementia
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 14 August, 5:30pm - 7:30pm About the event: Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session is aimed at carers supporting someone in the early or mid-stages of dementia. Do you care for someone with dementia?... Read More
Parent carers: Getting transitions right from child to adult services
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 August, 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... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 21 August, 5:30pm - 7:30pm About the event: Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session will help you understand and manage behaviour you might find distressing, or hard to deal with. Do you care for... Read More
Dementia and the home environment
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 29 August, 6pm - 7:30pm About the event: This short workshop looks at the benefits and challenges of the home environment for people living with dementia. In this workshop we discuss: The benefits of the home... Read More
Retirement benefits
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 3 September, 11am - 12pm About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and those they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton, Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL. Instructions... Read More
CAM – Carers Action 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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 10 September, 10:30am - 12pm About the event: Midlothian's carers campaigning and engagement group brings together carers with similar experiences to raise issues and work towards change. These groups provide a safe space for carers to... Read More
Carers’ rights, Power of Attorney and Guardianship
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 12 September, 12pm - 1:30pm 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... Read More
An introduction to self-directed support
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 16 September, 12:30pm - 2pm 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... Read More
Everyday technology for dementia care
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 24 September, 12pm - 1pm About the event: This session will be a lively tour of some of the digital devices that people living with dementia and their carers find useful. This session is a great... Read More
Dementia: Mood and wellbeing
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Please note change of time, this session will run 6.30pm-8.30pm. When: Wednesday 25 September, 6.30pm - 8.30pm About the event: There are many factors that can influence mood for people living with dementia. In this short workshop we... Read More
Future planning: An introduction to writing your will
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 26 September, 12pm - 1pm *please note the time has been amended and different from advertised on booklet About the event: This session will talk you through the reasons why it is important to make a... Read More
Adult Carer Support Plans (October)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 21 October, 12pm to 1:30pm. About the event: Find out more about Adult Carer Support Plans (ACSPs) including how to get one, what information is included and why it is important for you to complete one.... Read More
Understanding dementia (October)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 22 October, 1:30pm to 3:30pm. About the event: This session is aimed at carers supporting someone in the early or mid-stages of dementia. Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session will help you understand the... Read More
Working carers workshop (October)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 23 October, 7pm to 8pm. About the event: Juggling work and care is challenging. Working carers are invited to join VOCAL for a short workshop to discuss issues that matter most to you, and meet other... Read More
Future planning: Emergency and anticipatory planning (October)
OnlineThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 28 October, 1pm to 2:30pm. 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... Read More