Gloucestershire Libraries
Gloucestershire Libraries offer many facilities and events. You can check them out here. You can also find details about their opening times here.
Eating Well: Supporting Adults with a Learning Disability
A 2 day workshop aiming to build confidence and knowledge in providing and encouraging good nutrition for the service users you work with.
The course is free of charge and is aimed at Support/Care Workers working in the community with adults with a learning disability. Limited places will also be available for NHS employees with a special interest. The course will be delivered by 2gether Trust’s Specialist Dietitian. It will include practical workshops and take home resources for use in your place of work.
Inclusive Sports Taster Day
No need to book, just turn up on the day! If you have any questions about the day please contact us on 01452 393 605 or email: specialolympicsglos@activegloucestershire.org
Date: Wednesday 30th October 2019
Time: 10.00am -1.00pm
Location: Cirencester College Sports Hall, Stroud Road, Cirencester GL7 1XA
Do you employ people to support you in your home or support someone in their own home?
Inclusion Gloucester could help you with funded training.
Open Your World, Get Connected
Come and find out how devices such as tablets, iPhones, laptops and smart gadgets can help you to keep active, find things of interest or keep connected with family, friends and the community.
Your free local event is on Tuesday 15th October 1.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: Northway Community Hub, Lee Walk, Northway Tewkesbury GL20 8QG
For further information visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/open-your-world-get-connected
The Lakes Care Centre brings you
The Big Memory Sing
Join The Lakes Care Centre and Mindsong to feel the uplifting power of music evoking emotional memories to enhance the wellbeing of people living with dementia and their loved ones. Complimentary refreshments will be available.
Date: Friday 2nnd November 2019 Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: Cirencester Bapist Church, Chesterton Lane Cirencester GL7 1YE
To book or for more information Tel: 01285 702410 or Email n.rowe@osjct.co.uk
Positive Caring – Practical Support through Music and Song
This workshop will be delivered by Mindsong. It has been adapted for Carers who care for individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer’s or memory problems. You will learn practical skills to support the person you care for at home through music therapy and song. Come along to this fun, interactive workshop and gain some skills and knowledge to support you in your caring role.
Date: Monday 28th October 2019 Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm
Location: Roots Community Café, Alvin Street, Community Cafe, GL1 3AG
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on
Tel 0300 111 9000 or Email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
Join Great Oaks for an informative drop in session
If you are not sure what services are offered at Great Oaks Hospice and would like to know how your fund raising and donations are used towards the services we offer to the Forest of Dean community then please feel free to drop in at this session any time between 2.00 and 4.00pm and speak to Ann.
Date: Tuesday 22nd October 2019 Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: Lydney Community Centre, Naas Lane
If you would like to contact the hospice please ring 01594 811910
Living well
Living well is for people living with life-limiting illness and their carers.
Learn practical tips for everyday life, managing fatigue and breathlessness, healthy routines and relaxation.
Date: Friday 8th and Friday 22nd November Time: 2.00 – 4.00pm
Location: Lydney Community Centre
For more information and to book a place contact:
Tel 01594 811910
Ann Hurcomb (Clinical Lead) ann.hurcomb@great-oaks.org.uk
Leona Price (Occupational Therapist) leona.price@great-oaks.org.uk
Carer Wellbeing Sessions
17th October 2019 – 10am – 12pm – Eating Well on a budget with limited time
If you are not sure what services are offered at Great Oaks Hospice and would like to know how your fund raising and donations are used towards the services we offer to the Forest of Dean community then please feel free to drop in at this session any time between 2.00 and 4.00pm and speak to Ann.
Stroud Fire Station Community Room, Paganhill Lane, Stroud, GL5 4JT
• Looking at healthy eating
• Planning to prepare and cook food within a limited time
• Ensuring self care
• Practical advice
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
17th October 2019 – 2pm – 4pm – Five Steps To Wellbeing
Gloucestershire Carers Hub, Conway House, 31 Worcester Street, Gloucester, GL1 3AJ
• Exploring the five steps to wellbeing
• Looking at how to look after yourself
• Devising a Personal Wellbeing Plan
• Practical advice and support
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
24th October 2019 – 10am – 12pm – Awareness, Balance and Connecting
Gloucestershire Carers Hub, Conway House, 31 Worcester Street, Gloucester, GL1 3AJ
• Looking and gaining awareness of compassion fatigue
• Managing feelings in a positive way
• Looking at how to look after yourself
• Practical advice and support
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
24th October 2019 – 2pm – 4pm – Developing a Personal Resilience Plan
Cheltenham East Fire Station Community Room, Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7PX
• Looking at your current situation
• Problem Solving strategies
• Pulling on positivity
• Developing a plan
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
31st October 2019 – 10am – 12pm – Five Steps to Wellbeing
Cheltenham West Fire Station Community Room, Tewkesbury Road, Uckington, Cheltenham, GL51 9SN
• Exploring the five steps to wellbeing
• Looking at how to look after yourself
• Devising a Personal Wellbeing Plan
• Practical advice and support
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
31st October 2019 – 2pm – 4pm – Getting a Good Night’s sleep
St Annals House, Belle Vue Centre, Belle Vue Road, Cinderford GL14 2AB
• Maximise on the sleep you have
• Devising a sleep plan
• Practical advice and support
To book your place contact Jodie or one of the triage team on 0300 111 9000 or email Jodie.moor@peopleplus.co.uk
Hub Clubs
We organise a number of ‘Hub Clubs’ and support groups throughout the year. These social meetings offer carers the opportunity to get some respite and chat to other carers.
Events include:
- Coffee and cake mornings
- Discovery talks
- Classes such as yoga and meditation
- Quizzes
- Crafting activities
Contact us to find out more.