Information Sessions in June
To book a free place please email training@ntcarers.co.uk or ring 0191 249 6480
Dementia Awareness
Tuesday 4th June 10.30 pm - 12.30 pm Tuesday 4th June
Oxford Centre, West Farm Avenue, Longbenton, NE12 8LT
This session will explore different types of dementia and what happens following diagnosis. With focus on the support available for dementia carers and the person you care for in North Tyneside.
Carers Rights (Knowing Your Rights)
Tuesday 11th June across two venues:
10.00 am to 12.00 pm: Whitley Bay Big Local, 158 Whitley Road, NE26 2LY
1.30 pm - 3.30 pm: Wallsend Library, 1st Floor, Wallsend Customer First Centre, 16 The Forum, NE28 8JR
This Carers Week we will focus on your legal rights as a carer and the support available to you in health, social care and employment.
Grants, Discounts & Entitlements
6.00 pm to 8.00 pm Wednesday 12th June
Microsoft Teams Online Meeting
Caring can come at great cost to carers. For many families, disability and caring has a major financial impact. This session will look at the key grants, discounts and entitlements available to carers and how to apply for them.
Dealing With Guilt and Negative Emotions for Mental Health Carers
1.00 pm to 3.00 pm Thursday 27th June
Meadow Well Connected, Waterville Road, North Shields, NE29 6BA
This session is for carers who are supporting someone who has a mental health condition. You will learn how to support behaviour change and have an opportunity to meet and share experiences with other carers who understand.
Carers and Employment
10.30 am to 12.30 pm Saturday 29th June
Microsoft Teams Online Meeting
Juggling caring and employment can be really challenging. Join us to learn more about your employment rights as a carer, including the new Carers Leave Bill and making Flexible Working Requests, as well as the support available to you when you need it.