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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Four sessions, each Tuesday from 9:45am to 10:45am. Starting on Tuesday 3 June and finishing on Tuesday 24 June

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 and twists for flexibility, balance and strength. We will finish each session with a guided meditation. Expect to feel relaxed and rejuvenated after every session, bringing a sense of wellbeing into every aspect of your life. Modifications including both chair and mat options available.

For this session can you please bring your own blanket or mat & refreshments (water will be available).
We have 2 mats available for use, first come first served 😊

Delivered by:

Emily James – Emily has been inspired by yoga for sleep recovery since completing the course for teachers with Lisa Sanfilippo in 2020. She is trained as a yoga therapist and brings calming and therapeutic elements to each of her classes. She has been teaching since she graduated from her 200-hour course in 2018. She aims to create an atmosphere that is inclusive, relaxing and enjoyable.

Instructions for attending:

This event will be delivered IN PERSON. Details of the event will be sent to you via email once you have registered. Please note, if you do not get an email with details for the event you have registered for please contact VOCAL on the details below.

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Thursday 19 June, 10am – 12pm

About the event:

Discover mindful creativity at our friendly origami workshop delivered by Makiko. Create a concertina-style photo frame to showcase your favourite photos or as a gift. Suitable for beginners and all materials supplied.

Origami, meaning folding paper in Japanese, is a simple yet fun and creative activity that anyone can participate in. This relaxing session welcomes all skill levels, offering the perfect chance to unwind, craft for yourself, or make a thoughtful gift. Makiko will be bringing her TheraPet ‘Renzo’ to this class. Renzo is a charming, small dog with a gentle, non-shedding presence – he can quietly settle in a corner on his bed if anyone feels uneasy.

Delivered by:

Makiko Konishi. Makiko is an origami artist living with her TheraPet pup, Renzo in Edinburgh.

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Thursday 10 July, 1pm – 2pm

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. Sophie, VOCAL Carer Support Practitioner, will be joining us to answer your questions.

As of April 2018, The Carers Act stipulates that all adult carers have the right to an Adult Carer Support Plan. An Adult Carer Support Plan helps you to think about what support you might need in your caring role. The plan sets out any needs you have and how they will be met. By the end of this session we will have:

Discussed what an ACSP is and why it’s important to have one
Looked in detail at the sections of the ACSP
Discussed who to share it with, when to review it and where to keep it
Planned your next steps and where to get further help

Delivered by:

Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer) and Sophie Johnston (Carer Support Practitioner) from VOCAL Edinburgh

Instructions for joining the event:

This event will be delivered ONLINE. Details of how to join the event will be sent to you via email once you have registered. Please note, if you do not get an email with Zoom details for the event you have registered for please contact VOCAL on the details below.

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Thursday 26 June, 10am – 11:30am

About the event:

Caring for a child or adult with additional support needs can be challenging. Join this workshop to learn techniques on how to manage your emotional regulation and build resilience.

Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee, Carer Training Officer at VOCAL Edinburgh

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Friday 25 July, 12pm to 1:30pm

About the event: If you employ, or are planning to employ, Personal Assistants using a Direct Payment from the local authority, join VOCAL and Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCiL) practitioners to find out more about employer responsibilities as well as information and advice for you as the carer.

Part 2 – Employer responsibilities. By the end of the session you will have:
• A better understanding of employer responsibilities
• Information on next steps and accessing independent support.

You do not need to have attended Part 1 on 18th July 2025 to attend this session. Introduction to employing a personal assistant – Part 1 -the Basics – Carer Events & Training

Delivered by: Barsha Shrestha, LCiL

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Wednesday 23 July, 10am – 12pm

About the event: Our monthly carer-led craft group is a space to learn and share different hobbies, such as paper crafts. This month we will be painting plant pots.

All materials will be provided, and you can take away your creation. No previous experience or skills are necessary. No need to attend every month, book separately each month. This group will be on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

Delivered by: Volunteers Lesley Stewart and Alison Murphy

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Fri 18 July, 12pm-1:30pm

About the event: If you employ, or are planning to employ, Personal Assistants using a Direct Payment from the local authority, join VOCAL and Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCiL) practitioners to find out more about safe recruitment practice, employing a family member and day-to-day management of support, as well as information and advice for you as the carer.

Part 1 – the basics. By the end of the session you will have:
• A better understanding of safe recruitment practice and employing a family member
• Advice on supporting the day-to-day management of Personal Assistants
• Information on next steps and accessing independent support

Employing a Personal Assistant Part 2 – Employer Responsibilities is on Friday 25th July 12pm to 1pm. For more information and booking visit our website Employing a personal assistant – Part 2 – Employer Responsibilities – Carer Events & Training

Please note, you do not need to attend both session. Part 2 looks into employer responsibilities in more depth.

Delivered by: Barsha Shrestha, LCiL

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Monday 21 July, 6pm – 7pm

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.

Each week Jeanne-Marie will tackle different topics including managing worry, unhelpful thinking styles, rumination, emotional regulation and dealing with guilt and anger. She’ll provide you with ideas for useful strategies, tools and techniques to support you on your caring journey.

Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee, Carer Training Officer at VOCAL Edinburgh

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Tue 29 Jul, 10:15am – 11:45am

About the event: This workshop offers time to nurture yourself during the summer season through the healing power of writing and embodiment through yoga practice. Suitable for beginners.

This will be a relaxing and gentle Hatha-style yoga class, then a journalling session followed by a soothing guided relaxation. Expect to feel renewed and refreshed with a greater focus on your present self and needs. We will begin with setting intentions for the rest of the summer season (and beyond) as well as our intentions for the practice. This will be followed with a full gentle Hatha-style yoga class, a therapeutic journalling session using a variety of writing prompts (you don’t have to share any of your writing) and we’ll finish with a guided relaxation session.

Suitable for beginners and those new to yoga. There are also options for using a chair. Please bring a notebook and pen (there will be some spares if needed) and any extra layers to feel comfortable.

Delivered by: Emily James – Emily has been inspired by yoga for sleep recovery since completing the course for teachers with Lisa Sanfilippo in 2020. She is trained as a yoga therapist and brings calming and therapeutic elements to each of her classes. She has been teaching since she graduated from her 200-hour course in 2018. She aims to create an atmosphere that is inclusive, relaxing and enjoyable.

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

When: Thursday 24 July, 12pm-1pm

About the event: Do you currently have a hobby or make things, and have been told “you should sell that”? Find out how to turn your hobby into some extra income with support from a Business Gateway business advisor.

Business Gateway provides free business support for anyone in Scotland. We want to help entrepreneurs who need support to start-up and grow their businesses by providing one-to-one business advice, online resources and by strengthening the connection between organisations and the business community https://www.bgateway.com/about

Delivered by: Lee Briggs, Business Gateway Outreach Advisor

Instructions for attending:

Please note that some events require a minimum number for them to run or may be cancelled near the time of the event, we will contact you if this is the case.

Booking info:

If this event is showing as full, 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.

Online bookings end 24 hours prior to the event. If you wish to attend and book within this time, please call 0808 196 6666 or email carertraining@vocal.org.uk.

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