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The life of a young adult carer

Sam cares for his younger brother, Ben. Sam is now in his final year at college and has been living away from home. His caring role has diminished while at college, but he will be returning home in the summer and will be on standby to resume caring for his brother, alongside his parents.   …

How to get started when you become a carer

Whether you have recently become a carer or have been caring for many years, it can sometimes be difficult to even know even where to start and what services and support are available to suit your individual situation and needs. Liz Dennis is a carer for her husband who was diagnosed with dementia in 2023, …

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☕☕ Our next Kirkintilloch Carer Cafe 🧑‍🤝‍🧑takes place on 28 October 2024 at 2:30pm. It's a chance to share your experience with other carers and take some time for you. ☕☕Please book here 👉👉https://carerslink.org.uk/events/kirkintilloch-carer-cafe-2024-10-28/ #kirkintillochcarercafe #carerslinked ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you have a bit of spare time you'd like to use for yourself doing something meaningful? OR Are you looking to add experience to your CV?ORDo you need experience for your Personal Statement? ORAre you planning to do a Duke of Edinburgh Award? OREast Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action are running a Volunteer Recruitment Fair on Friday 1st November in the EDVA office, 18 Townhead Kirkintilloch G66 1NL, and lots of organisations looking for volunteers will be present. Come along and chat and find out more about what the organisations can offer you. No need to book just turn up during the two slots 10am-12noon or 2pm-4pm. If you're thinking about volunteering but can't make this meeting, Jo, our employability coordinator can meet you, find out what you're interested in, and give you lots of information - just email enquiry@carerslink.org.uk or call 0800 975 2131. ... See MoreSee Less
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📢📢Are you looking for work? 👩‍💼👨‍💼📢📢Are you a carer thinking of returning to work or maybe you are working and struggling? Our employability project aims to support young adult carers and other carers of working age to seek opportunities to study, volunteer or gain employment.Carers Link can support you with preparing a CV, confidence building and more. 👉👉Drop in and meet Jo our Employability Co-ordinator and chat through some options👈👈 What: LEP Employability DayWhen: Wednesday 6th November 10.30am-1.30pmWhere: Kirkintilloch Campus, 50 Southbank Road, G66 1NH ... See MoreSee Less
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