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We will welcome Alice Grant from Falkirk Councilās Childrenās Services. Although Alice specialises in supporting children with additional support needs, the insights sheāll share are relevant and useful for people of all ages, making this session ideal for any carer.
What to Expect
Alice will provide a practical, accessible overview of the following:
Thursday 18 June
From 10.30 pm to 12.30 pm
Carers Centre, 1a Bank Street or Zoom
Register here by 6 pm on Tuesday 16 June
daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk
Join this friendly group designed for adults who want to build confidence with reading, writing and everyday tasks like filling in forms, letters, emails and job applications. The group can also help you work towards Qualifications Scotland units and Adult Achievement Awards, to make sure you are recognised for your learning.Ā
You donāt need any qualifications to join ā just comeĀ along and give it a try. This session will be delivered by Gary McKinstry, Community Learning and Development Support Worker from Learning & Employability (Community Learning & Development ETU).Ā
Friday 5 June From 11 am to 1 pm In person only at the Carers Centre, 1a Bank StreetĀ Register hereIf you have any questions or you are not registered with the Carers Centre, but would like to attend, please email daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk.
Fiona Maguire (formerly known as Douglas), Transitions Coordinator for Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP), is hosting monthly ‘Drop-in CafĆ©s’ in the Carers Centre (1a Bank Street, Falkirk, FK1 1NB). You can drop in between 10 am and 1 pm on the dates below (apart from June – please note the time change below) with questions or for a chat about transitions. These sessions are open to unpaid carers registered with the Carers Centre.Ā
✅ Ask questions about support available
✅ Learn how young people are supported in their transitions beyond school
📅 Thursday 7 May
🕒 From 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
📍 Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, Falkirk, FK1 1NB
❗We would appreciate if you could book your place here so that we can anticipate numbers, or just feel free to drop in on the day.Ā
If you have any questions or you are not registered with the Carers Centre, but would like to attend, please email daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk.
The next sessions will take place on Thursdays between 10 and 1pm on the following dates:
You may notice that the person you care for becomes more confused and/or agitated in the late afternoon and evening. This is known as āSundowningā. Learn about the steps you can take to help reduce sundowning, for their benefit as well as your own. Shadowing is a form of behaviour in which a person with dementia follows their caregiver around. Find out how to manage this behaviour by gaining an understanding of why this occurs.
This session will take place at the Falkirk Library at Hope Street in Falkirk, FK1 5AU, so it will not be possible to attend on Zoom. We will meet at the library, and the Senior Library Assistant, Evelyn, will give us a tour and a brief chat about the library services. To name but a few, you can not only borrow books from the library but also musical instruments, tablets, and jigsaw puzzles. You have access to Wi-Fi and PCs. This is where you can pick up your hearing aid batteries. Come along to the library to find out more about all the services available.
Watch out for our Newsletter and Social Media posts about Carers Week Activities.
You can download the latest CwC programme leaflet from here and the Dementia one from here.
To book a place or for further information on any of the above, please contact your Training Co-ordinator:
Ā Donna Mulder – Working hours:Ā 21 hours per week (Monday ā Wednesday)
Ā 07824 381280Ā donnamulder@centralcarers.co.ukIf you are aĀ carer in Clackmannanshire, you are welcome to join these Falkirk sessions either over Zoom or, if youād like to attend in person, travel may be provided. Please reach out to Donna for more information.Ā
We will welcome Alice Grant from Falkirk Councilās Childrenās Services. Although Alice specialises in supporting children with additional support needs, the insights sheāll share are relevant and useful for people of all ages, making this session ideal for any carer.
What to Expect
Alice will provide a practical, accessible overview of the following:
Wednesday 27 May From 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm Carers Centre, 1a Bank Street or Zoom Register here by 6 pm on Monday 25 May daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk
This session, led by Fiona Bartley, Senior Health Improvement Officer from NHS Forth Valley, is designed to help carers learn practical ways to support not only the people they care for, but also peers and others in the community. Youāll gain confidence in recognising signs, starting conversations, and responding effectively.
The training is open to unpaid carers residing in the Falkirk district and in Clackmannanshire.Ā
For unpaid carers in the Falkirk district and Clackmannanshire, who are registered with the Carers Centre.Ā Thursday 21 May From 11.00 am to 12.30 pm In person only at the Carers Centre, 1a Bank Street Register here by 5 pm on Tuesday 19 Maydaynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk.
Come along to find out about the research called OMNI āOral Microbiome & Nitratesā for Brain Health, which is being used to try and help improve the lives of people living with Alzheimerās Disease. We will look at Nitric Oxide, which is a molecule in our bodies that helps keep our cardiovascular system healthy, and the oral microbiome, which is the community of microorganisms ā mostly bacteria- living in the mouth. Come along to find out more about these topics and what the science says you can do to improve them.
You may notice that the person you care for becomes more confused and/or agitated in the late afternoon and evening. This is known as āSundowningā. Learn about the steps you can take to help reduce sundowning, for their benefit as well as your own. Shadowing is a form of behaviour in which a person with dementia follows their caregiver around. Find out how to manage this behaviour by gaining an understanding of why this occurs.
Whether it is visiting others with the person you care for, or friends visiting you and your loved one at home, there are many things to consider in making these visits more pleasant and relaxed. Join us for this informative session, where you will gain a better understanding of this condition and increase your confidence about visiting or receiving visitors when caring for someone with dementia.
You can download the programme leaflet from here.Ā You may also be interested in other Care with Confidence sessions, which you can find here.
To book a place or for further information on any of the above, please contact your Training Co-ordinator:
Ā Donna Mulder – Working hours: 21 hours per week (Monday ā Wednesday)Ā 07824 381280Ā donnamulder@centralcarers.co.ukCome along to find out about the research called OMNI āOral Microbiome & Nitratesā for Brain Health, which is being used to try and help improve the lives of people living with Alzheimerās Disease. We will look at Nitric Oxide, which is a molecule in our bodies that helps keep our cardiovascular system healthy, and the oral microbiome, which is the community of microorganisms ā mostly bacteria- living in the mouth. Come along to find out more about these topics and what the science says you can do to improve them.
We will welcome the team from the Forth Valley Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Sensory Loss Advice Service (SLAS). SLAS is an innovative approach that extends and increases CABās ability to inclusively support people with sensory loss across Forth Valley. They help people with sensory difficulties access advice, information, support and representation in relation to benefits, debt, employment, consumer issues, energy, and housing issues. Come along to find out more.
Ever wondered how a playful puppy becomes a life-changing assistance dog? Learn how Canine Partners train and carefully match their dogs with disabled people. Learn about the specialist skills these assistance dogs develop, their partnership journey, and the lifelong support provided to ensure each partnership thrives. Come along to find out more.
You can download the latest CwC programme leaflet from here and the Dementia one from here.
To book a place or for further information on any of the above, please contact your Training Co-ordinator:
Ā Donna Mulder – Working hours:Ā 21 hours per week (Monday ā Wednesday)Ā 07824 381280Ā donnamulder@centralcarers.co.ukIf you are aĀ carer in Clackmannanshire, you are welcome to join these Falkirk sessions either over Zoom or, if youād like to attend in person, travel may be provided. Please reach out to Donna for more information.Ā
Weāre pleased to welcome Val McInroy, Head of Services at Falkirk and Districtās Association for Mental Health (FDAMH), to discuss FDAMHās services, as well as some mental health coping mechanisms and more.
What to expect:
Thursday 7 May From 12 noon to 2 pm Carers Centre, 1a Bank Street or Zoom Register here by 6 pm on Tuesday 5 May daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk