Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Falkirk Carers Forum due to take place on Wednesday 24 August has been postponed. A new date will be issued shortly. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Self Directed Support Survey
A Stirling University Masters Student has asked us to share this short survey about Self-Directed Support (SDS) awareness with you, looking at demand for what breaks families/carers/children/young adults would prefer to chose – i.e. residential respite weekend or an adventure based short break.Please help her research by following the attached link.
Care with Confidence Chair Yoga & Guided Relaxation
Our new Yoga and Guided Relaxation Care with Confidence sessions for carers start on Tuesday 2 August 2016.
Carers can often find themselves under increasing stress. We have designed a program of free informal sessions to equip carers with techniques to help them relax and stay healthy.
For further information, to book a place, or if you require alternative care for the person you care for so that you can attend, please contact Donna Mulder or Rebecca Fowler at the Carers Centre or download the programme here.
The fifth Carers Parliament will be held on 2 November 2016 at Herriot Watt University. There are places for two carers from each of the 73 Scottish Parliamentary constituencies. Places will be decided by a ballot, which will be held in late July with successful delegates informed in early August. Click here for further information or to enter your name in the ballot.
Carers Week 2016
Carers across Falkirk district and Clackmannanshire have signed up to attend events organised by the Carers Centre to mark Carers Week 2016, starting with our 20th Anniversary Celebration Event at the Hippodrome in Bo’ness and including pampering sessions, information sessions, and more. On Friday, carers are invited to join us for the Big Fit Walk – in Tullibody and at the Helix in Falkirk.
Carers Week Programme 2016
Monday 6th June
20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION EVENT! Film, Fizz and Canapes
Falkirk and Clackmannanshire carers will kick off Carers Week in style in Scotland’s oldest purpose-built cinema, the Hippodrome in Bo’ness where they will enjoy a glass of fizz, some canapés and an exclusive showing of the recently released film, ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’, starring Hugh Grant and Meryl Streep.
FALKIRK CARERS WEEK PROGRAMME
Tuesday 7th June
- Individual Pampering Sessions
- Dementia Advisor Appointments
- Parents Group Ten Pin Bowling Evening
Wednesday 8th June
- Carers Café hosts Carers Week Brunch
- Foot Care Appointment
Thursday 9th June
- Individual Pampering Session
- Parents Group Lunch
Friday 10th June – Big Fit Walk Helix Park
Join us to walk round the pond at Helix Park or to walk to the Kelpies and back, followed by a cuppa. Meet at Falkirk Stadium at 10.45 am to start at 11 am. Contact the Centre to let us know you will be coming.
CLACKMANNANSHIRE CARERS WEEK PROGRAMME
Wednesday 8 June
- Care with Confidence Session – What is Delirium?*
- Carers Lunch
- Carers Centre Stall – Come along a find out about the Carers Centre at CTSI Market Place – Alloa Town Hall, 10 am – 2 pm
Thursday 9th June
- Carers Afternoon Tea
Friday 10th June
- Big Fit Walk – Join us with other carers at the annual Tullibody Healthy Living Big Fit walk
New “Care with Confidence” programme in Denny
New Denny “Care with Confidence” sessions start on Thursday 2 June 2016, 10:30 till 12:30, at St. Alexanders Church, 100 Stirling Road, Denny.
Hear from various professionals about the services that are available to support you and the person you care for. Find out how to access these services and learn some simple tips to aid relaxation.
For further information, to book a place, or if you require alternative care for the person you care for so that you can attend, please contact: Donna Mulder at the Carers Centre in Falkirk or download the Denny programme – June 2016
Better Breaks Outings 2016
Applications are invited for this year’s Better Breaks Outings for children and young people (up to 20 years) with additional support needs and their families in Falkirk District and Clackmannanshire:
- Dreamnight at the Zoo – 19th August 6-9 pm, Edinburgh Zoo
- Christmas Pantomime- December 2016 (details to be confirmed)
Transport to Dreamnight at the Zoo will be made available to those families who require it or would like to travel with a group, families are also welcome to travel and attend independently.
Further information about Dreamnight at the Zoo can be downloaded below. To request a place for Dreamnight, or to express an interest in attending the Christmas Pantomime (further information will be sent closer to the event), please complete the Better Breaks Application Form available from the Admin Team at the Carers Centre: phone 01324 611510, email to request a form using our contact form, or download an application form here:
Better Breaks Application Form
Dreamnight at the Zoo Information Sheet
The deadline for receipt of completed applications for the Summer outing is Friday 17th June at 5pm. Places cannot be guaranteed and priority will be given to families who have not participated in, or who have participated in fewer, previous Better Breaks outings.
Tickets for Dreamnight have been made available by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland and, thanks to funding from the Scottish Government’s Short Breaks Fund (Better Breaks programme), we are able to offer transport for a limited number of eligible families.
Carers News, Summer 2016
Carers News, Summer 2016
Click below to view or download the latest newsletter from the Carers Centre along with a booking form for Carers Week events and a Membership Form to become a member or renew your membership of Central Carers Association.
Carers News, Summer 2016
Carers Week 2016 Programme and Booking Form – Clackmannanshire
Carers Week 2016 Programme and Booking Form – Falkirk
Central Carers Association Membership Form
“Creating a Healthier Scotland Conversation “
Following on from the Creating A Healthier Scotland Conversation – an extensive six month Conversation with people across Scotland about their views on the future of NHS and social care services as well as improving the health of the population – the ‘Creating a Healthier Scotland – What Matters To You’ Report has been launched. Click the link below for information on the the key findings from the Conversation. Click here
Falkirk Carers Forum
The Carers Forum meets quarterly. It is an opportunity for carers to discuss local and national issues that affect carers and those they care for with professionals and one another. The next Forum meeting will take place on Wednesday 25 May at the Carers Centre from 11 am to 1 pm, followed by lunch. The Agenda will be:
· Forth Valley Carers Card update
· Carer Representation– Integration Joint Board update
· Social Work/Health/Third Sector update
· Carer concerns/issues
· National Care Standards Review
If you are interested in attending the Carers Forum, contact the Centre by 20 May 2016.