Edinburgh Carers’ Hub
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
Room for art
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person over the age of 18 in Edinburgh only. When: 8 sessions from Thursday 8 February - Thursday 28 March, 10am - 11.30am About the event: An artist from Art in Healthcare will guide the group through an eight-week block of art projects. This... Read More
Adult Carer Support Plans *cancelled*
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event has now been cancelled but will be repeated on Thursday 7th March. About the event: Find out more about Adult Carer Support Plans (ASCPs) including how to get one and what information is included. As of April 2018, The Carers Act stipulates that all adult carers have the right to an Adult Carer... 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
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
SMART Family and Friends group
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDSupport for family of someone with alcohol or drug dependency.
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
Origami Christmas workshop *spaces still available*
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
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 by British Red Cross, covering common first aid techniques. No previous experience is needed. Delivered by: British Red Cross Instructions for attending the event This... Read More
*fully booked* Knitting for Christmas decoration (beginner knitting ability)
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: 4 sessions from Wednesday 22 November - Wednesday 13 December, 2pm - 3.30pm About the event: Come along and learn the basics of knitting and make some festive woolly decorations using 100% pure wool and bits and pieces from... Read More
Digital drop-in: support with your tablet, mobile phone, and/or laptop
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 1 November, 10.30am - 12pm About the event: In this relaxed and informal drop-in session, you'll have the chance to tackle the wee irksome issues that you may be having with your device or to find out how... Read More
Retirement benefits
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 31 October, 1.30pm - 2.30pm About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and the people they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton (Senior Carer Support Practitioner at VOCAL) Instructions for... Read More
Talking about loss
Edinburgh Carers' Hub 60 Leith Walk, EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 31 October, 11am - 1pm About the event: Learn about the process of loss and how to find ways of accepting and navigating emotions. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions for attending the event... Read More
Macrame jewellery 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: Wednesday 25 October, 11am - 1pm About the event: Make your own textile jewellery using traditional macrame techniques. Create a knotted necklace and bracelet with artist Syrah Jay. Delivered by: Syrah Jay (artist) Instructions for attending the event This... Read More
Sound therapy
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 13 October, 11am - 1pm About the event: This live sound bath session will gently guide you into a meditative state of deep relaxation and calm, soothing your mind and body. Delivered by: Natasha Tian Instructions for attending... Read More
Managing money *cancelled*
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 11 October, 1pm - 2.30pm About the event: A session on strategies for managing and saving money in these tough times. Delivered by: Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer at VOCAL) Instructions for attending the event This event... Read More
Coping with change *cancelled*
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 11 October, 10.30am - 12pm About the event: This session explores what has changed in your life since caring, the process we go through when things change, and how to cope during challenging times. In this session... Read More
Tackling 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 4 October, 2pm - 3.30pm 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. You will also learn new skills... Read More