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Tel: 01738 567076
Address: PKAVS
The Gateway
North Methven Street
Perth
PH1 5PP
Email carershubadmin@pkavs.org.uk
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PKAVS Carers Hub
Tel: 01738 567076
Address: PKAVS
The Gateway
North Methven Street
Perth
PH1 5PP
Email carershubadmin@pkavs.org.uk
As an unpaid carer, it is important to invest in your own personal development – this can be in connection with your caring role (such as learning more about the condition of the person you support) or it can be about gaining or utilising skills in relation to your caring role.
We have collated various learning opportunities that we are aware of in the Perth and Kinross area that you may be interested in accessing.
For professionals who would like to advertise any learning opportunities that unpaid carers can access, please contact the Adult Carers Development Worker on 01738 567076 or carershubadmin@pkavs.org.uk
Explore the key issues related to caring for a relative with psychosis or schizophrenia with this short, free online course
This is an online resource
https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/caring-psychosis-schizophrenia
If you have personal experience of mental health issues and want to benefit from training, work or study opportunities then CONNECT with us!
Run by Perth College UHI in partnership with MINDSPACE, this 16-week project takes place two mornings a week and aims to support people, opening up choices for the future.
The CONNECT course is designed to develop your skills and build confidence to help you move forward. You will also learn about assertiveness, self awareness, team building and employability skills.
The training will help you:
To find out more:
Please find attached booking form to book your place:
Weekly learning and social opportunity by Mindspace
PERTH
Location: Contact Mindspace to confirm
Time: 10.30am-12.30pm
Date: Every Thursday
How to book a course:
Online: www.mindspacepk.com
Phone: 01738 639657
Open Learn resource on the TV series Dementiaville.
This is an online resource:
Would you like to improve your skills on your laptop, tablet or smartphone?
Do you feel like you aren't making the most of your device?
Do you have a disability or are you an unpaid carer?
Then come along to our FREE weekly drop-in!
Drop in sessions from 21st May 2019
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Venue: PKAVS Carers Centre, Lewis Place, North Muirton, Perth, PH1 3BD
For more information contact:
Amy on 07768917492 or
Gill on 01738 567076 or Gill.McShea@pkavs.org.uk
Informal chat, support & information
Date: Allocated Saturdays
Venue: AK Bell Library, 2-8 York Place, Perth, PH2 8EP
For more information contact:
Dyslexia Scotland on 0344 800 8484 or dyslexiapk@yahoo.co.uk
Having the freedom to make choices and take control of our lives is key to who we are and how we live. When we have to look for manual handling information to support us care for the people we love in our families and communities this can be a challenging time.
The Easy Manual Handling website is a user friendly resource for people to access, share and support/be supported in Perth and Kinross.
Filled with lots of easy to understand information, guidance and videos it aims to support your journey through manual handling.
Click here to visit the Easy Manual Handling website
There is loads of information about courses local to you, info on equipment, important legislation and the do's and don'ts of certain handy techniques.
Monday Advice Scotland's Financial Capability Team use a variety of channels and methods to improve financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland. They have designed a Financial Capability e-learning module allowing users to work through at their own pace.
Users have access to the Financial Capability Team's support line if they need help or guidance as they work through the different sections. A certificate is available upon completion of each individual section.
The e-learning module is open to anyone.
To register for access to the e-Learning Module, please click here.
Lead Scotland are able to offer free one to one support to carers who wish to improve their digital skills. We can also provide equipment loans, such as iPads and laptops, where needed. The support we offer is learner centred; so we can work with you at your own pace to help you learn the skills that will be valuable for you. We can meet you in your home, or in a public space if you prefer – wherever you will feel most comfortable learning.
For more information about our services, please contact Amulree Welch, our Perth Online Learning Coordinator on 07775 851 507 or awelch@lead.org.uk
Do you have questions about:
Make an appointment to speak to a solicitor at our monthly free advice clinic!
When and where?
Guardianships
Wednesday 27th November 2019
Wednesday 26th February 2020
Wills and Power of Attorney
Wednesday 30th October 2019
Wednesday 29th January 2020
Wednesday 25th March 2020
30 minute appointments between 10:30am - 12:30pm
PKAVS Carers Centre
Lewis Place
Perth
PH1 3BD
How to book?
Contact Gill on 01738 567076 or Gill.McShea@pkavs.org.uk
A weekly drop in where you can learn techniques to relax.
PERTH
Location: Contact Mindspace to confirm
Time: 2pm-3.30pm
Date: Every Thursday
How to book a course:
Online: www.mindspacepk.com
Phone: 01738 639657
MyHomeReach helps encourage independence and reduces social isolation with its extensive features. Focused primarily on users Health and Wellbeing it allows families and care providers to home in on use of the app.
A simplified interface which can be personalised to the user’s wants and needs. Easier and quicker access to online features and opens up contact to local communities.
Our learners are enjoying this app, here’s what they have to say:
“I like how everything I want is in one place”
“I couldn’t do this to start with but I’m better at it now” (after 3 months using the app)
“I like the fact this tablet is small and not too heavy I can move it easy”
“I want to remain independent so I like the idea of what this app can offer me to help me do that”
“Learning how to use this [tablet] has made me more confident using it [MyHomeReach]”
Co-Ordinator comments:
“DG has been using the app for 3 months and has progressed very well. Initially DG was unable to work the touch screen very well but is now moving through the app with little guidance from me. The app makes it easier for him to do what he wants to do and it’s nice to see him going from only using the app during our appointments to using it daily on his own”
The fantastic benefits include:
Loan of a tablet and broadband (where required) for up to 6 months
One to one digital learning sessions with co-ordinator or group sessions
Opportunity to gain digital skills and develop digital capabilities
It’s completely FREE to learners for the duration of the project
If you or anyone you know could benefit from this please contact:
Danielle Crighton, Learning Co-Ordinator on 07775844885 or dcrighton@lead.org.uk
A Handbook Guide has been published for Parents and Carers on how to talk with your children about New Psychoactive Substances and Club Drugs. The Guide has been produced by Mentor UK and Adfam. To read the comprehensive guide please click here.
Drop in by Mindspace
PERTH
Location: Contact Mindspace to confirm
Time: 10am-12pm
Date: Every Tuesday
How to book a course:
Online: www.mindspacepk.com
Phone: 01738 639657
The learning and development team are committed to supporting workers and managers using a variety of creative methods which are unique to individuals and teams. Engaging in learning and development is critical for promoting a confident, caring, skilled, motivated and valued workforce.
They will work together with partner organisations and communities to support ongoing learning and development, that opportunities are available and unique to individuals and teams is essential, thereby promoting a culture of learning as a valuable way to support individuals, families and communities to live fulfilling lives and achieve their desired outcomes.
Please visit - www.pklearning.org.uk for more information on current courses, news and events.
Email - HCCTraining@pkc.gov.uk
Tel - 01738 477828
Playlist for Life encourages families and caregivers to create a playlist of personally meaningful music on an iPod for people with dementia. There is mounting evidence that if people with dementia are offered frequent access to the music in which their past experience and memories are embedded, it can, improve their present mood, their awareness, their ability to understand and think and help their sense of identity and independence.
AK Bell Library in Perth will be organising a Drop in on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 13:30 - 15:30 for people to find out more about the Playlist for Life project.
This is an online resource:
https://www.playlistforlife.org.uk/for-someone-else
Drop in dates:
If you would like further information, please call Sandra Birse, AK Bell Library Supervisor, on 01738 477038.
If you are interested in volunteering to help at the Playlist for Life drop in's then click here!
Basic computer skills, form filling, CVs, support with job search and more.
PERTH
Location: AK Bell Library, Perth
Time: 9.30am-12.30pm (Wednesdays) 9.30am-11.30am (Fridays)
Date: Every Wednesday & Friday
For more information:
Contact Willie Sinclair (Wednesday sessions) on 01738 477092 or winclair@pkc.gov.uk
Contact Trish Rodger (Friday sessions) on 01738 477092 or pjrodger@pkc.gov.uk
The SMART Recovery Family & Friends (F&F) Programme offers an evidence-based approach to support individuals with a loved one struggling with addiction. SMART F&F includes tools from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy in combination with the highly acclaimed CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) programme.
The programme is designed to help those affected by a loved one’s addictive behaviour to learn new ways of dealing with the challenges, thoughts and emotions that they experience.
The programme looks at areas including Positive Communication, Disabling the Enabling, Trust and Self Care. SMART F&F will help participants to view their own behaviours, challenge their thinking and find more effective ways to interact with their loved one, as well as learning ways to empower themselves.
Suitable for carers that support someone with a substance misuse addiction.
PERTH
Location: St Mark's Church, Letham, Perth
Time: 5.15pm-7.15pm
Date: Every Wednesday
For more information:
Richard Lister, Cair Scotland on 01738 451594 or richard.lister@cairscotland.org.uk
Irene MacKay has written a book called The Forgetful Elephant which helps to raise children’s awareness of dementia. Suitable for all ages. The session will have extracts from the book, a chance to purchase the book and to ask advice from Irene.
Sessions will be run based on demand for session in this area.
For more information:
Contact Irene on enquiries@irenemackay.com
Perth & Kinross Association of Voluntary Service, The Gateway, North Methven Street, Perth, PH1 5PP
PKAVS is a registered Scottish Charity (SC 005561) and a company Limited by Guarantee, Registered in Scotland (86065)
