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An overview of Lothian Disabled Living Centre (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.   When: Wednesday 26 February, 5:30pm to 6:30pm. About the event:   Lothian Disabled Living Centre is a resource and information centre where you can get independent advice if you are considering buying equipment to assist in daily living. We... Read More

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Carer Action Midlothian (CAM) (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Tuesday 25 February, 10:30am to 12pm. About the event:  This group is about bringing together carers with similar experiences to raise issues and work towards change. These groups provide a safe space for carers to explore issues affecting... Read More

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An introduction to Self-directed Support (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 24 February, 5:30pm to 7pm. About the event:  Explore what self-directed support (SDS) is, who it is for and how to access it. We will also discuss where you can get further help, updates and new developments... Read More

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Working carers workshop (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Tuesday 18 February, 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

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Reading is caring: For carers of someone living with dementia (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Tuesday 18 February, 3pm to 4pm. About the event:  Reading is Caring is a Scottish Book Trust programme which supports those caring for someone with dementia. Join this workshop to find out how you and the individual... Read More

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Coping strategies drop-in (17 Feb)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 17 February, 5pm to 6pm. 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

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Caring for a stroke survivor *cancelled*

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Wednesday 12 February, 6pm - 7pm. About the event:  Join Jolene who will share useful stroke information and details of the support available for stroke survivors and those caring for them. Stroke Association is Scotland's leading stroke-specific... Read More

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Everyday technology for dementia care (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Tuesday 11 February, 1pm - 2pm 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

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Coping strategies drop-in (10 Feb)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 10 February, 12pm to 1pm. 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

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Future planning: An introduction to residential care costs (February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Thursday 6 February, 2:15pm - 3:45pm About the event:  When the person you care for goes into residential care this can be a difficult time for all. In this workshop, we will explain the basics of care... Read More

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Book club (online, February)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Thursday 6 February, 1pm to 2pm. About the event:  Join us online for a discussion about all things books. In this session, we will discuss The Secrets of Blythswood Square by Sara Sheridan. By attending the event,... Read More

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Getting a break from caring (January)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Wednesday 29 January, 5:30pm to 7pm. About the event:  A workshop on options to help you plan a break from caring. Learn about the support and services available.  Delivered by:  Jeanne-Marie Lee (Carer Training Officer) and Mari... Read More

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Working carers workshop (January)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Tuesday 21 January, 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

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Cost-of-living workshop

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 20 January, 1pm to 2pm. About the event:  Learn how to reduce your bills, save energy, access relevant discounts, and receive advice on budgeting and debt management. Delivered by:  Alan Bartlett from Into Work. He is... Read More

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Pilates (4 sessions)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: 4 sessions from Monday 13 January to Monday 3 February, 5pm to 5:45pm. About the event:  Join our Pilates instructor Janine, who uses the original principles of Pilates. You will have the opportunity to lengthen and strengthen... Read More

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Pilates (Christmas special)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 16 December, 5pm to 6pm. About the event:  Join our Pilates instructor Janine for a one-off Christmas special. You will have the opportunity to lengthen and strengthen your body using gentle, mat-based exercises suitable for all... Read More

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Coping strategies drop-in (16 Dec)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 16 December, 12pm to 1pm. 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

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Coping strategies drop-in (9 Dec)

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 9 December, 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

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Coping with Christmas *cancelled*

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian.  When: Monday 2 December, 6pm - 8pm About the event:  Christmas can be enjoyable for families but for children and adults with Additional Support Needs (ASN), this time may be challenging. Our interactive workshop will focus on practical... Read More

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Continence Care

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This event is open to carers residing in or caring for a person in Edinburgh and Midlothian. When: Tuesday 26 November, 2pm to 3pm. About the event:   Join Kirsty, a Specialist Nurse from the Bladder and Bowel Team, to ask questions, discuss products and gain practical tips around supporting someone with continence issues. Delivered by: Kirsty... Read More

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