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Parent carers: Girls and autism – a hidden minority?
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 22 May, 6pm - 8pm. About the event: Join Corrie Mclean in this informal session to discuss how girls with ASD are often overlooked, under-diagnosed and less likely to get long-term support. We will look at issues that... Read More
Making money from your hobby
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 23 May, 11am - 12pm. 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... Read More
Understanding dementia
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 30 May, 10am - 12pm. About the event: Led by an experienced dementia nurse, this session is aimed at carers supporting someone in the early or mid-stages of dementia. Do you care for someone with dementia? This session... Read More
Parent carers: Understanding neurodiversity
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 30 May, 6pm - 7:30pm. About the event: Join Rhona McAlpine, Occupational Therapist, for an introduction to the neurodiversity paradigm. Rhona will discuss an approach that validates individual lived experience and identifies strengths and support needs. Suitable for... Read More
Getting your voice heard
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 3 July, 11am - 12:30pm. About the event: Do you feel worried about speaking up and advocating for yourself or the person you’re caring for? Would you like to feel confident communicating in meetings and difficult situations? Join... Read More
Pilates
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 3 June - Monday 24 June, 5pm - 5:45pm. About the event: Join our Pilates instructor Janine, who uses the original principles of Pilates. You will be given the opportunity to lengthen and strengthen your body using... Read More
Caring dads
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 4 June, 6pm - 7:30pm. 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 you're seeking... Read More
Working carers workshop
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Wednesday 5 June, 7pm - 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 working... 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 6 June, 1pm - 2pm. About the event: This session will talk you through the reasons why it is important to make a will and demonstrate how to do it using the Bequeathed Will for Good Service.... Read More
Parent carers: A neurodiverse affirming approach
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 6 June, 6pm - 7.30pm About the event: Join Occupational Therapist Rhona McAlpine to discuss individual differences rather than deficit in neurodiversity. Learn how we can focus on changes to the environment rather than attempt to ‘fix’ the... 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: Monday 10 June, 11am - 12pm. About the event: This session will be a lively tour of some digital devices that people living with dementia and their carers are finding useful. Delivered by: Kathy Wiles, Digital Dementia Advisor at... Read More
Parent carers: Discussing puberty and managing change with young people with a learning disability
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Monday 10 June, 6pm - 8pm. About the event: Join Corrie Mclean in this informal workshop for a gentle introduction to sexual health. We will focus on the importance of acknowledging a young person's sexuality as part of their... Read More
Retirement benefits
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Tuesday 11 June, 12pm - 1pm. About the event: Information about welfare benefits available to carers and the people that they care for who are of retirement age. Delivered by: Andy Egerton, Senior Carer Support Practitioner at Vocal. Instructions... Read More
Parent carers: Enable Works for jobseekers with learning disabilities
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Wednesday 12 June, 6pm - 7pm. About the event: Join Luke from Enable Works who will be presenting information on their All In Edinburgh and Next Steps programmes which support individuals over the age of 16 with learning disabilities... 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: Thursday 13 June, 10am - 12pm. About the event: Led by an experienced dementia... Read More
Skills Development Scotland
Online , United KingdomThis event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh only. When: Thursday 13 June, 12pm - 1pm. About the event: Join Skills Development Scotland to find out how they can support you, as a carer, into employment, training or education. Skills Development Scotland is the national body supporting the people... Read More