Carer Training
Artist-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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 19 September, 10am - 12pm About the event: Working with an... Read More
Coping strategies catch-up
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Thursday 19 September, 1pm - 2pm About the event: Catch up with... Read More
Everyday technology for dementia care
Online , United KingdomThis 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
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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 25 September, 10am - 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... Read More
Caring dads
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 25 September, 11am - 12:30pm About the event: Led by Mark from Fast Forward, this interactive session is for dads who are caring for their child, offering a supportive space to share experiences and learn. Whether... Read More
Mindfulness practice 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 Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 25 September, 6:30pm - 7:30pm About the event: Join us to practice mindfulness with others in a supportive and communal setting. Meeting monthly, the session offers a unique experience that can deepen your practice and provide... Read More
Dementia: Mood and wellbeing
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Online , United KingdomThis 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
Digital drop-in: Support with your devices
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 26 September, 1:30pm - 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: ... Read More
Mushroom foraging *change of date*
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
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