A free dementia webinar will take place on Wednesday 28 October at 2pm. Go along to learn more about dementia in young people of working age. Continue reading “Free webinar: supporting young people with Dementia”
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New safety wristband for people with dementia
A new tech wristband has been launched in Bristol, Bath, South Gloucestershire and Somerset to help improve the safety of people with dementia. Continue reading “New safety wristband for people with dementia”
New helpline for LD, mental health and autism carers
Bild has a new helpline to support carers and families of people with learning disabilities, mental health issues or autism with the challenges of living with COVID-19. Continue reading “New helpline for LD, mental health and autism carers”
Online poetry cafe for carers
Come along to our online poetry cafe for carers on Wednesday 21 October, at 2pm. Continue reading “Online poetry cafe for carers”
Marie Curie survey for end of life carers
Marie Curie is working to improve their online information for end of life carers. They have developed a questionnaire to ask carers about their experiences and needs. Continue reading “Marie Curie survey for end of life carers”
Carers, get your free flu jab
Flu is an unpredictable virus that can cause mild or unpleasant illness in most people. However, it can cause severe illness among vulnerable groups. Continue reading “Carers, get your free flu jab”
Online carers festival this Saturday
This Saturday, you can go along to the London Virtual Carer’s Festival, run by LondonADASS. The festival celebrates the role of carers. Last year was a success and so this year, the festival will be held online via Zoom. Continue reading “Online carers festival this Saturday”
Calling all unpaid adult carers! Fill in Carers Trust’s survey
Calling on all unpaid carers to take a survey on what support you need in your caring role! Continue reading “Calling all unpaid adult carers! Fill in Carers Trust’s survey”
Free Thornbury training courses
New Thornbury training courses start next week, on 21/09/2020.
The training courses are for individuals who are struggling with their mental health and would benefit from making connections in their local community, and those who do not hold at least a level 2 qualification. Continue reading “Free Thornbury training courses”
Telephone support for Bristol shielders
Bristol Mind and The West of England Centre for Inclusive Living are offering telephone support to people shielding from the coronavirus in Bristol. Continue reading “Telephone support for Bristol shielders”
Dementia carers – coronavirus local support
Since the coronavirus, many carers are struggling. However, we recognise the particular challenges for those who are looking after someone with dementia through coronavirus. Continue reading “Dementia carers – coronavirus local support”
Get health issues checked out
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic you must continue to see your GP for health concerns, both for yourself and the person you care for. And be sure to go into hospital in the event of a health emergency, as you would normally. Continue reading “Get health issues checked out”
Your views on healthcare during coronavirus: Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities
What are your experiences of accessing and using healthcare services during lockdown and the coronavirus, as a Black, Asian or minority ethic person? Continue reading “Your views on healthcare during coronavirus: Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities”
Have your say: Join Sirona care & health members group
Do you care deeply about local health and care services? Could you help influence them for the better? Sirona care & health are looking for people to join their members group. Continue reading “Have your say: Join Sirona care & health members group”
Free dysphagia e-learning training now live
The Dysphagia Guide is a e-learning resource that provides free dysphagia training for anyone in the UK, including family carers. Continue reading “Free dysphagia e-learning training now live”
One year left to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme
Apply to the EU Settlement Scheme before the deadline on 30 June 2021. Continue reading “One year left to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme”
The impact of coronavirus on young carers
Carers Trust has conducted a survey of young carers (aged 12 to 17) and young adult carers (aged 18 to 25) in the UK to find out how they have been impacted by coronavirus. Continue reading “The impact of coronavirus on young carers”
Have you been affected by cancer? South Bristol consultation
The Care Forum are working with Macmillan Cancer Support to improve support for people living with cancer in South Bristol. Have you been a cancer carer in the past 8 years? Continue reading “Have you been affected by cancer? South Bristol consultation”
Statement from Carers Support Centre in support of Black Lives Matter
The death of George Floyd on 25th May in Minneapolis has shocked and appalled people around the world. The Black Lives Matter campaign has rightly triggered organisations locally and nationally to examine how they are able to support people of colour in their own community. Continue reading “Statement from Carers Support Centre in support of Black Lives Matter”
Your views on healthcare during coronavirus – Zoom event for people aged 55+
What are your experiences of accessing and using healthcare services during lockdown and the coronavirus outbreak? Have your say at a Zoom event, 11am-12:30pm on 14 July. Continue reading “Your views on healthcare during coronavirus – Zoom event for people aged 55+”
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