Midlothian
Coping strategies drop-in (mid October)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 14 October, 6pm - 7pm About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These... Read More
Flower essences to promote emotional wellbeing *change of date* *fully booked*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is now fully booked. Please contact carertraining@vocal.org.uk if you wish to be added to the waiting list. This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 15 October, 11am - 1pm About the event: Flower essences contain the energy from flowers and plants... Read More
Carer cuppa (Edinburgh, mid October)
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: Wednesday 16 October, 11am to 1pm About the event: Come along and have some time for you! Meet other carers for a brew and a blether at our relaxed and friendly Edinburgh Carers' Hub. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie... Read More
Mindfulness group (October)
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: Wednesday 16 October, 6:30pm to 7:30pm About the event: Join us to practise mindfulness with others in a supportive and communal setting. Meeting monthly, we will offer a unique experience that can deepen your practice and provide... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – Adult Carer Support Plans (October)
Online , 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: Monday 21 October, 12pm to 1:30pm.... Read More
FULLY BOOKED – Parent carers: Emotional regulation and the 8 senses with Q&A
Online , 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: Monday 21 October, 7pm to 8:30pm.... 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
Understanding dementia (October)
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Parent carers: Enable travel sessions for young people with ASN (October)
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Working carers workshop (October)
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Coping strategies drop-in (late October)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 24 October, 11:30am to 12:30pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn more about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties.... Read More
Book club (online, October)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 24 October, 1pm to 2pm. About the event: Join us for a chat about all things books! We will choose a book together, and meet regularly to discuss what we have read. In this session, we... Read More
Peer support group: Parent carers (October)
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: Monday 28 October, 10am to 12pm. About the event: Please join us in our warm and welcoming space, and connect with other parents who are going through similar experiences. You can also receive valuable information, advice, and... Read More
Future planning: Emergency and anticipatory planning (October)
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Coping strategies drop-in (end of October)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Monday 28 October, 6pm to 7pm. About the event: Caring for someone can be challenging. Learn about the impact of caring on your emotional wellbeing and how to develop strategies to self-regulate and cope with difficulties. These... Read More
Yoga (6-week course, Oct to Dec) *Fully booked*
Duncan Place Community & Enterprise Hub Duncan Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: 6 sessions, on Tuesdays from 9:45am to 10:45am, from Tuesday 29 October to Tuesday 3 December. About the event: This gentle yoga class will begin with intention setting and a variety of breathing practices followed by a... 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
SMART Home visit (October)
Edinburgh Community Rehabilitation and Support Service 62 Longstone Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 29 October, 1pm to 2:30pm. About the event: Visit the SMART Home at Edinburgh Community Rehabilitation and Support Service and see how you or someone you care for could benefit from smart home technology that supports... Read More
Future planning: An introduction to residential care (October)
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 29 October, 2pm to 3:30pm. About the event: When the person you care for goes into residential care this can be a difficult time for everyone. In this workshop, we will explain the basics of care... Read More
Carer-led craft group
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 Midlothian. When: Wednesday 30 October, 10am to 12pm. About the event: Our carer-led craft group is a space to learn and share different hobbies, such as card decorating. All materials will be provided, and no previous experience or skills are necessary.... Read More