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In this episode, Katy is joined by Catriona, one of Carers Link’s carer support workers who focuses on finding breaks for carers.

Today Katy and Catriona speak to Shubhanna Hussain-Ahmed from the Coalition of Carers in Scotland to discuss the Scottish Government’s consultation on a proposed National Care Service .  The proposed will make a difference for carers, so listen in to find out what it’s all about and how you can get involved and  share your opinions.

To learn more about everything Katy, Catriona, and Shubhanna mentioned in the episode take a look at the links below, and keep an eye on our social media as we will be posting updates there. And as always you can contact us with questions and suggestions, we’d love to hear from you!

Resources:

National Care Service – Carer Views Survey

Carers Parliament – Taking place the 4, 5, and 7 of October

A National Care Service for Scotland: A government consultation

National Carer Organisations Briefing Papers – Shared Care Scotland

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This week we welcomed Elaine Marsh, a Digital Lead at the Health and Social Care Partnership and Martin Will, the Telecare Manager in East Dunbartonshire Council to the podcast. Katy spoke to Martin and Elaine all about telehealth, assistive technology, and how digital advances can help carers and those they care for.

Be sure to take a look at the links for some of the resources mentioned in the episode and if you have any questions or suggestions, get in touch!

Discover Digital: a guide for understanding and navigating digital health, care and wellbeing tools and services

Scotland’s National Digital Strategy

East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership Strategic Plan 2018-2021

NHS Near Me Video Appointment Service

Apply for a community alarm

Buddi Device

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In this episode of the Lowdown, Katy spoke to our Young Carer Wellbeing Coordinator, Lauren, and two of our young carers, Samantha, and Faye. They spoke about the challenges young carers have faced during lockdown, balancing caring roles with schoolwork, and ways to maintain mental and physical wellbeing. Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think!

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We’re back with another episode of Carers Link Lowdown! This time Katy is flying solo hosting and she’s joined by young adult carers Jessica, Lauren, and Stephen as well as Carers Link collaborators Jan and Stevie to talk about young adult carer transitions. This fantastic conversation covers employability, action plans for leaving school, CV and interview advice, and how to fit your career around a caring role. You won’t want to miss it!

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We have another fun Office Banter episode for you. Jon and Katy welcomed frequent guests, Heather and Clair, and spoke (and joked) about all things spring, spring cleaning, and stubborn stains! Hopefully you pick up some helpful hints for your spring clear-out. And as always we’d love to hear from you about your tips and tricks, or anything else!

Mentioned in this episode:

Elbow Grease

CIF Mould Stain Remover

Bar Keepers Friend

How to Remove Mould from Silicone Sealant in Bathroom Shower

Get tomato stains out of plastic Tupperware

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Jon and Katy spoke to Sam from the East Dunbartonshire Community Service Volunteers who told us all about the services the volunteers offer, some of the projects they’re been working on  and helping with recently, and how you can access their services or offer your help as a volunteer.

Take a look at the links and info below to learn more about the resources mentioned in today’s episode.

RESOURCES:

East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action (EDVA):

EDVA Website

EDVA phone: 01415786680

G61 & G62 Community Response:

Facebook Page

Email: g61.g62communityresponse@gmail.com

OPAL Website

OPAL Helpline: 01414382347

Volunteer Scotland

East Dunbartonshire Volunteering Opportunities

In this episode Jon and Katy spoke to Judith and Mirka from Group Recovery Aftercare Community Enterprise (G.R.A.C.E). Listen in as we cover the topics of mental health, worrying, resilience, and more.

As always, you can find links to resources mentioned in today’s show below, as well as our contact details. If there’s anything you’d like to hear covered on the podcast, let us know!

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G.R.A.C.E. Resources:

Website

Facebook

07401797876

contact@graceaftercare.net

3 Secrets of Resilient People – Lucy Hone TEDx Talk

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In this episode we chat with our newest member of staff, Catriona. She spoke to us about her work helping to organise our groups and an exciting new project called Respitality! You can learn more about Respitality at the links listed below and if you have any suggestions for our groups, get in touch with Catriona at catriona@carerslink.org.uk

Respitality:
Website
Facebook

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