Edinburgh
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... 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... Read More
Coping with Christmas: a workshop for carers who support autistic people
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 4 December, 6pm - 8pm About the event: Christmas can be stressful and... 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: Tuesday 5 December, 10am - 12pm About the event: Transition means change - and... 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... 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: Wednesday 6 December, 2pm - 3.30pm About the event: A practical introductory session, led... 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... Read More
Mental Health First Aid
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 7 December, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: This session will explore techniques... Read More
Stress and distress in dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 13 December, 10am - 12pm About the event: Do you care for someone... Read More
Get Active with Edinburgh Leisure: Strength and Cardio
Meadowbank Sports Centre London Road, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 13 December, 3pm - 4pm About the event: Try out this light energetic circuit class designed to work the whole body. Ideal for those looking to improve their fitness in a friendly environment. Delivered by: Edinburgh Leisure Instructions... Read More
Craigmillar Support Group for unpaid carers (December)
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: Thursday, 14th of December Time: 2:15-3:15 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
Origami Christmas workshop
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 14 December, 11am - 12.30pm About the event: In this workshop, Makiko will walk you through each step of making a Christmas decoration in a relaxing environment. This session is suitable for beginners and all materials will be... Read More
Anxiety Support Group for unpaid carers (December)
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, 15th December 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 how... 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 December, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Take this time out to rest, relax and practise some mindfulness techniques. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions for joining the event This event will be... Read More
Depression & Low Mood Support Group for unpaid carers (December)
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 18 December Time: 6pm - 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... Read More
Guided Meditation: Woodland Ice Adventure
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 27 December, 11am - 12.30pm About the event: Join Carol, a Wellness Therapist, for a guided winter meditation journey full of energy and fun. Visualise a woodland, ice adventure and discover your inner rhythmic mandala. Incorporating breath work... Read More
Festive Crafts
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 28 December, 10am - 1pm About the event: Whether you’re looking to unwind after the festivities, feeling a little creative or just want an opportunity to meet and chat with other carers, join us for a morning of... Read More
Carer Quiz
Online , United KingdomHave some ‘me’ time and join us online for a quiz. Who For – This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Midlothian and Edinburgh. Provided by: VOCAL Midlothian If this event is showing as full, please email mid-training@vocal.org.uk or call 0808 196 6666 (select option 2) and we... 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 23 January, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: Join us for a discussion about all things books in the lovely surroundings of Edinburgh Central Library. In this session we will be exploring L'Assomoir by Emile Zola. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee... Read More
Managing loneliness
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 24 January, 10am - 12pm About the event: This is an opportunity for you to connect with others and speak openly about how it might feel to be lonely or isolated. Learn how to work through these feelings and... Read More