Let’s focus on mental health this May!
Join us for a month of learning, well-being, and connection!
Throughout the month, we are offering a series of supportive, engaging sessions designed to help unpaid carers boost their well-being, build confidence, and connect with others. We warmly invite you to join us at any of the sessions below, and take some time for yourself to learn, reflect, and feel supported.
These sessions are open to unpaid carers in the Falkirk district and in Clackmannanshire, who are registered with the Carers Centre. To register with the Centre, please follow this link. Once you’ve completed the registration, come back to this page to sign up for the events using the relevant links below.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please email Dayna Faulds, Training Co-ordinator:ย daynafaulds@centralcarers.co.uk
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Monday 4 May 2 pm to 3 pm |
How Football Changed my Life: Brad McKay, former Falkirk FC Centre-Back
Join us for a conversation with Brad McKay in the Carers Centre. Brad has previously played for Falkirk FC (as well as Hearts, St Johnstone, and Inverness Caledonian Thistle, to name a few). He will tell us about how football was his outlet and prevented him from going down the โwrong pathโ. He will also discuss the coaching he does now and how to get involved. 📍In person only at the Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, FK1 1NB Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/jrsJh3cHhV |
| Thursday 7ย May
12 noon to 2 pm |
FDAMH: Mental Health Coping Mechanisms
Val McInroy, Head of Services at Falkirk and Districtโs Association for Mental Health (FDAMH) will discuss FDAMHโs services, as well as some mental health coping mechanisms and more.
📍 In person at the Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, FK1 1NB, or Zoom Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/tcMKA3WdT8 |
| Thursday 21ย May
11 am to 12.30 pm |
Suicide Awareness & Prevention: Fiona Bartley
Fiona Bartley, Senior Health Improvement Officer from NHS Forth Valley is returning to deliver some crucial information regarding signs of suicide and suicide prevention. This session 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. Youโll gain confidence in recognising signs, starting conversations, and responding effectively. 📍In person only at the Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, FK1 1NB Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/M2dSFGQJWS |
| Monday 27ย May
12.30 to 2.30 pm |
ASN โ Sensory & Communication Needs Overview
Alice Grant, Teacher & Trainer from Falkirk Councilโs Childrenโs Services will be delivering an engaging overview on sensory & communication needs. Although Alice specialises in supporting children with additional support needs, the information is relevant for people of all ages, making this session ideal for any carer. Alice will provide a practical, accessible overview of the following: ✅ Sensory Needs ✅ Distressed Behaviours ✅ Regulation & Stimming ✅ Model of Child Engagement 📍 In person at the Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, FK1 1NB, or Zoom |
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