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Carers Information Support Programme

We regular run a Carers Information Support Programme (CrISP 1 & 2). The course consists of four linked 2½ hour workshops specifically designed for carers of individuals newly diagnosed or in the early stages of dementia (CrISP 1) and and what to expect as the condition progresses (CrISP 2). The course aims to improve knowledge, skills and understanding for carers of someone with dementia, in a friendly and confidential environment.

Email richmondservices@alzheimers.org.uk or call 020 8877 0033 for more information

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Taking back control

This course will run over 2 weeks with a 3rd follow up session. The course will focus on the emotional impact of caring for someone with a long term neurological condition, to learn coping strategies, and relaxation techniques.

Please contact Sheila White if you would like to be included on the waiting list, on 020 8755 4000.

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Family Workshops

These five weekly workshops offer an introduction to different key topics for families and friends supporting someone with mental health difficulties. We will look at responding to difficult behaviour, the Recovery Approach, common communication barriers, moving on again after a crisis and the mental health maze. Call 020 8940 7384 or email carers@rbmind.org

Tuesdays 8 and 15 May
10am - 12 noon

Relaxation techniques, two-week course​

Giorgia Pontet will be offering guidance on relaxation techniques to help you cope better with stress levels, focusing on mind, body and spirit.
Following the first week you will be encouraged to practice the techniques at home and then review your progress at the second week.

Weds 6 and 13 June
10am - 12 noon

Regain control of your health using small manageable changes, a two-week course

Bernie Dancy will discuss how stress affects our health, and help to identify small changes that can be made to help regain control of your physical and emotional health (and better manage stress levels).Health doesn't have to be complicated, or overwhelming, and it most certainly isn’t only for people with time and money on their hands. We are all entitled to feel healthy, as defined by us. This short course will help you to reflect on your current lifestyle and decide what simple changes might have the biggest positive impact on your physical and mental health. It will also arm you with tools and strategies to support your long-term health. 

Thurs 31 May
10am - 12 noon

Carers Allowance Benefit​

Oliver Mawdsley from the Department of Work and Pensions’ Carers Allowance unit. He is a regular visitor to the Carers Centre and will be offering advice on eligibility for Carers Allowance and other related benefits, and answering any related questions.
(Please note this was previously advertised for 19th April but has been rescheduled)

Fortnightly on Tuesdays 29 May, 12 June, 26 June and 10 July
2-4pm

Grow your own food and flowers

Would you like to grow your own flowers? Ever wished you could grow your own tomatoes or beans? Or have you tried, only to see your plants fail? If so, this is a course for you! Richmond Carers ‘resident’ gardener will be teaching how best to grow plants from seeds and cuttings, advising on the pitfalls and suggesting how to make your plants as successful as possible.
By week three you should have enough plants to make up your own planter, using a combination of veg and flowers, and by the end of the summer you may be picking your own beans and tomatoes! All you need to bring are gardening gloves if you want to wear some. 

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Summer ceramics project

We are working on a possible summer ceramics art project to be installed in the garden here at Richmond Carers Centre. Although the project is yet to be confirmed it is likely to consist of four to six weekly sessions, conducted in the mornings. 
We are currently gathering expressions of interest so if you would like to put your name down to receive more information in due course please call the support team on 020 8867 2380 or email info@richmondcarers.org

Online / Anytime

E-Learning with Carers UK

Working with embrace-learning, Carers UK have launched a suite of e-learning courses to support carers and people working with carers. These courses will deliver Carers UK’s expertise directly to your PC or laptop, giving you access in your own time to a range of resources. CLICK HERE to go to Carers UK.