Edinburgh SDS Carers Connect: Connecting Communities to Care
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25th July @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
FreeAbout this event
Our peer group and information sessions empower and support people, encouraging connection and community through shared experiences, which help reduce isolation. They offer a safe space to share thoughts and experiences of Social Care and in particular Self-Directed Support (SDS).
The sessions are welcoming, relaxed and informal. Bringing people together to discuss the aspects of SDS that matter to them.
Who can attend?
- Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Carers
Who live in Edinburgh and are:
- Interested in learning more about social care
- Are currently accessing or interested in accessing social care
What you need to know:
This group will take place in The Prentice Centre, 1 Granton Mains Ave, Edinburgh EH4 4GA. Access around the centre and bathrooms is all step-free.
A member of staff from The Action Group will be in attendance.
We can arrange an interpreter for you, should this be required. Please contact the Peer Support and Learning Team if this will be the case.
From 12.00 to 12.45pm, a buffet with a selection of sweet and savoury items are provided for lunch.
If you require personal care/support with moving while attending an in-person event, please bring along a PA/carer with you, as staff are not able to support you in this way.
Why attend?
- Meet other people who want to discuss and share knowledge around accessing social care
- Explore ideas and opportunities around support
- Find out practical information and resources about SDS
- Improve your understanding and confidence in managing self-directed support (SDS) and social care planning
How do I register for this event?
By emailing PSL@lothiancil.org.uk or calling 0131 475 2350, where one of the Peer Support and Learning Facilitators will complete the registration process with you. Please note we have a limited number of spaces available for this event.
We require registration by Thursday 18th July at 12 noon. After this date, any specific dietary requirements will not be able to be catered for.
Find out more about Peer Support and Learning