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Carers Programme

Carers Programme

The role of a carer can be isolating and stressful. A Carers UK survey found that 8 in 10 carers feel lonely and anxious on a regular basis. Finding ways to cope with the demands of the role while getting respite can help to extend the time carers can manage with their loved ones at home.

Personalised support

The Eric Liddell Community is here to support unpaid carers.

Here at The Eric Liddell Community, we recognise that unpaid carers have different experiences and diverse needs.

Our programme reflects this and provides both personalised support and a range of options for unpaid carers to choose from, to best suit their needs and circumstances.

Support we offer
to carers

Carers Programme

A programme of wellbeing classes and support, free of charge, to all unpaid carers across Edinburgh.

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Dementia Inclusive Lunch for Carers

Two weekly Lunch Break Programmes to support carers and the people they care for.

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Eric’s Escapes

Overnight and day breaks for carers, with or without the person they care for.

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Carers Programme

Our Carers Programme offers meaningful support, educational and fun activities for unpaid and informal carers.

Our wide range of free health and wellbeing classes along with a range of free courses and activities offer carers the chance to meet and talk with others in a relaxed and informal setting. The programme also provides vital opportunities for carers to take a short break from their caring role as well as opportunities for carers and the person they care for to jointly take part in activities that help revive and sustain their relationship.

Our Carers Programme is being delivered as part of the Carewell Partnership and it is funded by the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership.

The programme is updated every quarter and generally includes the following activities

  • Music
  • Art
  • Dancing
  • Holistic Wellbeing
  • Outings
  • Talks
  • IT Support

 “This service is one of the best, helpful services I have used as a carer”

Quote from a carer

Our Current Programme
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Dorothy’s story

“I had a great time yesterday [at the Liddell Lions Lunch breaks Programme]. I could not stop smiling on my way home. I don’t really have belly laughs anymore but I did yesterday. It was great to feel that feeling again.”

Dementia Inclusive Lunch for Carers

Liddell Lions Lunch Breaks Programme
The Liddell Lions Lunch Breaks Programme is a weekly lunch group attended by carers and people living with dementia. Participants share lunch together and participate in a variety of activities. These activities aim to bring people together and improve health and wellbeing.

Wellbeing Lunch
The Wellbeing lunch is a two-course meal prepared by our fantastic community café chef. This meal is open to anyone and is a great opportunity for people to come together, meet others and find out more about the different activities that happen in the building. The wellbeing lunch is an inclusive space that encourages dialogue and social interactions whilst aiming to reduce social isolation and loneliness.

Community Programme

Eric’s Escapes

Carers Breaks can mean different things to different people; for example – ironing and cleaning, gardening, club membership, holiday, even going for fish and chips once a week.

The aim of Eric’s Escapes is giving you time away from caring to give you time to recharge your batteries. It’s easy to convince yourself that everything is fine, but is it healthy? Everyone needs a break – carers more than anybody as you’re responsible, and you’re taking care of somebody who is important to you. You can become trapped by feeling guilty if you take some time out.

It’s important to take some time out to look after yourself. After all, if your health fails, who will take over your caring duties in the longer term? We hope by going on one of our breaks you may find that it helps you stay well and feel better able to cope with caring.

If you would like to know more about Eric’s Escapes, please contact Fiona Brown at brownf@ericliddell.org

Volunteering

If you are able to give some time on a regular basis and you want to help us make a difference to the lives of carers and their cared for, we would love to hear from you.

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