Time for me
Pilates
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: 6 sessions from Monday 19 February - Monday 25 March, 5pm - 5.45pm About the event: Join Janine our Pilates instructor who uses the original principles of Pilates. You will be given the opportunity to lengthen and strengthen your... Read More
An introduction to papercutting
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday 23 February, 11am - 1pm About the event: Get creative and learn the beautiful art of papercutting. Paper cutting is an ancient paper crafting technique where designs are typically cut into a single sheet of paper revealing the... Read More
Weave your own foraging basket
This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: 2 sessions from Tuesday 27 February to Tuesday 5 March, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: Join our resident forager Johanna to forage basket weaving material in an informal walking session along the Water of Leith. Then enjoy making... Read More
Guided meditation: picturing your own future
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 28 February, 11.30am - 1pm About the event: Join Carol for a journey to a healing waterfall and a lightening of your load. Get the opportunity to bring forward your journey into 2024 and beyond with this energising... Read More
Carer morning cuppa – March 2024
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomJoin us and other carers for a cuppa and chat and have some ‘ME’ time. Who For - This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian No. of Spaces - 12 Frequency - Monthly If this event is showing as full, please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196... Read More
Managing stress
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 11 March, 11.30am - 1pm About the event: Learn more about stress and its impact, and develop techniques to plan for and manage symptoms. We will talk about what stress is and how it affects the body and... Read More
Crochet
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: 3 sessions from Tuesday 12 March - Tuesday 26 March, 11am - 1pm About the event: This beginner-friendly crochet course will teach you several useful crochet stitches and techniques to get you started on your creative and mindful new... Read More
Lunchtime wellbeing check-in
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 18 March, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Take this time out to rest, relax and practise some mindfulness techniques. This session will allow you some 'me time' and an opportunity to think about how you can improve... Read More
Depression & Low Mood Support Group for unpaid carers (March)
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, 25th of March 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
A herbal cuppa and blether at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Botanic Garden, Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, Select a State or Province:, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 27 March, 10.30am - 12pm About the event: Join us in the historic Botanic Cottage that sits within the Botanic Gardens to try some organic, fresh herbal teas picked from their Edible Garden. Staff will tell tales of... Read More
Carer cuppa morning
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomCome along and have some time for you! Meet with other carers for a cuppa and chat at our relaxed and friendly Carer Centre. Who For - This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian. Provided by VOCAL Midlothian No. of Spaces – 12 Frequency – monthly If... Read More
Walk and talk (Saughton Park and Gardens)
Saughton Park and Gardens Saughton Park and GardensThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 3 April, 10:30am - 11:30am. About the event: Enjoy the benefits of walking and meet other carers while exploring Saughton Park and gardens. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee, Carer Training Officer at Vocal. Instructions for attending the event: This... Read More
Drop-in volunteering at Lauriston Farm *cancelled*
Lauriston Community Farm , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 4 April, 1pm - 3pm. About the event: Volunteer and make a real, positive difference to food and farming in Edinburgh. No previous knowledge or experience with plants or growing is needed - this is a great place... Read More
Macrame your own plant hanger
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 10 April, 11am - 1pm. About the event: Join Jeanne-Marie to learn how to macrame your own houseplant hanger. All materials will be supplied. Macrame a mini houseplant hanger in this 2-hour workshop. A choice of macrame rope... Read More
Listening Space for carers of people with dementia (April)
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, 12th of April 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
Taster session for sibling carers
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 15 April, 5:30pm - 7pm. About the event: Do you care for your sibling? Join this workshop to meet other sibling carers, share your experiences and find out more about how VOCAL can support you. Caring for your... Read More
Book club (city centre)
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 only. When: Tuesday 16 April, 1pm - 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 be exploring Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie... Read More
Carer craft group: Decopatch
VOCAL Midlothian Carer Centre 30/1 Hardengreen Estate, Dalhousie Road, DALKEITH, Midlothian, United KingdomDécopatch is the art of decorating an object by gluing coloured paper cut-outs. Each layer is sealed until the ‘stuck on’ appearance disappears and the result looks like painting or inlay work. 1st session - Wednesday 17th April 2nd session - Wednesday 24th April Who For - This event is open to carers residing in... Read More
Yoga *fully booked*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 17 April - Wednesday 8 May, 12pm - 1pm. About the event: This gentle yoga class will begin with intention setting and a variety of breathing practices. This is followed by a gentle flow of sun salutations, balances... Read More
Anxiety Support Group for unpaid carers (April)
Morningside Library 178-182 Morningside Rd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Friday, 19th of April Time: 10:15-11:15am Where: Morningside Library 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 to: talk about... Read More