Celebrating Events for Carers
We were delighted to host a series of very enjoyable events for carers at the end of 2022.
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Playlist for Life
Join us for an afternoon of musical fun with tea, coffee and cake to learn how personalised playlists can help create moments of connection and respite in dementia care.
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CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CLOSURE
Carers of East Lothian (CoEL) will be closed from 12 noon on Friday 23rd December 2022 until 10 am on Wednesday 4th January 2023.
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Coping at Christmas
Christmas can be a challenging time for many. Phone the Samaritans on 116 123 (available 24/7) or Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87 (evenings and weekends). Please reach out for support if you need it.
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Online Advent Calendar
Open a door a day with COEL’s online advent calendar to reflect on and celebrate some of our activities with carers in 2022.
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Employing a Personal Assistant (PA)
If you are considering employing a personal assistant (PA) for the person you care for, please look at Self Directed Support Scotland’s new resource. It has been recommended by some of the carers we support.
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Time for Me Grants
Our new Time for Me service has now launched! If you need a break from your caring responsibilities, please contact us.
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Time for Me Grants
Our Time for Me small grants are funded by the Scottish Government and East Lothian Council. (Please note that we cannot accept applications from carers who have already received a Time for Me grant within the past 12 months.) Apply for financial support to enable you to enjoy some time for yourself and have a … Read more
Carers UK – The State of Caring Survey 2022 is now live!
Carers UK have just launched this Survey. It is the most comprehensive research into the experience of carers in the UK. It creates a powerful body of evidence that highlights what caring looks like in the UK today and what needs to be done to ensure carers are supported. Last year, over 8,000 carers shared … Read more
***WE’RE HIRING – come work with us***
Carers of East Lothian (CoEL) is currently recruiting new team members. Please click on the links below for job descriptions and details of how to apply. : Parent Carer Support Worker Carer Support Worker Volunteer & Training Coordinator (Maternity cover) Group Worker (Men who care) We are also looking for Trustees to join our Management … Read more