Being a carer can be positive and rewarding, but at the same time you need some time for yourself. These sessions provide you with the opportunity to meet with others in a similar situation, gain support and share experiences and advice.
We have face to face sessions with our Wellbeing Team for anyone caring for a loved-one on the following dates:
Thurs 26 May: Introductions
An opportunity to meet other people caring for a loved one and to talk with our experienced staff
Weds 1 June: Physical wellbeing including moving and handling
An opportunity to ensure you are looking after yourself physically and learn techniques on moving your loved one without harming yourself.
Thurs 9 June: Eating well
A session about what to expect when preparing meals for the person you care for and look at ways to encourage them to eat as well as possible. Also to ensure you are eating well yourself – we can share some ideas.
Thurs 16 June: Mental wellbeing
A session looking at relaxation for yourself, and ensuring you make some time to care for your own emotional wellbeing whilst looking after your loved one.
Thurs 23 June: How to cope as the person you care for becomes less well
With our experienced nursing staff, explore what to expect as the person you care for becomes less well. What are the signs you are looking out for, how to help them as they reach the last stages of life.
Thurs 30 June: Planning Ahead
An opportunity to look at future wishes and how to ensure you have the conversations that will help to cover all the issues relating to end of life arrangements, how to record them and make sure that people who need to know are aware of the documentation.
To book your place, email: wellbeing@pah.org.uk