Carers Development

A carer is someone who, without payment, provides help and support to a friend, relative or neighbour who couldn't manage otherwise because of frailty, illness or disability.

Sarah Lambrianou is the Carers Development Worker.
Karen Smith is an assistant to the Carers Project.
Giuliana Martino is an assitant to the Carers Project.

The Carers Project

Caring for one another person is often rewarding and fulfilling experience, however it can also be extremely demanding. You can become emotionally and physically drained making it increasingly difficult to cope. The government strives to keep those affected by ill health or disability in their own homes and so your role as a carer is a very important one.

Did you know that?

There are 6 million carers throughout the uk!
3 Million carers work part time and provide over 50 hours of care each week!
Women are more likely to have a caring role than men. However male carers make-up 42% and they are often working too!
Those carers who provide 50 hours of care or above per week are themselves likely to become ill!

Help us to help you

The Carers’ Project wants to reach as many carers as possible with information, support and opportunities to meet together, and one another and with health and social care professionals.
If you are a working carer we would like to hear from you how best we can support you.
If you consider yourself as being from an ethnic minority and are a carer, please let us know if you need more help due to language or cultural differences.

Dates For Your Diary 2010

KNITTING CREW

The Knitting Crew is thriving and a hive of activity. They are well under way with plans of making ornaments for the usual Christmas Tree event in Wigston in 2010. The group has already been knitting prolifically for the Knitting Crew Sale and coffee morning during Carers Week on Monday 7th June; the question is, is Oadby & Wigston ready for their designs. We have yet to enlist any men to the group but we have not given up hope. Come and join us, we usually meet on the fourth Thursday of the month from 2-3pm at Oadby & Wigston Community Action, call to check and for more details.

MOVIE NIGHT

At Oadby & Wigston Community Action for one night only on 24th March from
6.45-9pm. Refreshments provided;
Entrance £2

SKITTLES EVENING

At the GENERAL ELLIOT IN WILLOUGHBY WATERLEYS on THURSDAY 4TH MARCH 7.30 FOR 8PM. Call to book for catering purposes. Tel 2810026.

NEXT CARERS FORUM

Our next CARERS' FORUM will be held at THE OLD LIBRARY PUB in Oadby on 11th March 2010 from 11am- 2pm. At this meeting we will be talking about the changes to our Social Care system and disability benefits and what this will mean for people with disabilities and their carers. Come and join us; there will be a free buffet lunch provided and there is help with sitting service costs and transport if required.

CARERS SUPPORT GRANTS

This non means tested grant for Carers replaces the old Take A Break Grants. The difference is that the funds are a lot more flexible and the money can be spent on basically anything that is going to provide you with a break as a carer. To be eligible for the grant from Oadby & Wigston Community Action; you must be looking after someone who is either receiving middle or high rate care component of the Disability Living Allowance benefit or Attendance Allowance, in receipt of secondary mental health services or has a degenerative or terminal illness. You must not be receiving any other help from Social Care. To find out more or apply contact Sarah on 0116 2810026.

Eating Disorders Carers Group

Caring for someone with an Eating Disorder can be an enormous burden, bringing with it feelings of frustration, fear, anxiety and isolation. Self esteem and self confidence can be affectd as you watch a loved one suffer from an illness that you often fell powerless to do anything about, and you may feel unable to deal with the resulting stresses.
Feelings of powerlessness can often stem from not knowing where to get help, or from being unable to exchange ideas with somebody else who is going through a similar crisis.
Carers need to look after their own well eing as they play a very important part in, and can have a very positive effect on, the recovery of those they look after.
The purpose of this Carers Group is to provide a mutually supportive and confidential environment for sharing experiences and ideas.
WHERE?
We meet once a month on the first floor of the Brandon Unit mostly on the third Wednesday of the month although do call to clarify as this can change during school holidays etc. We welcome all carers of people with an Eating Sisorder or those living wiht someone who they think may have an Eating Disorder. The room we meet in GT3/4 on the Beaumanor Ward. You can turn up on the day or contact us beforehand. For more details please call Sarah on 0116 2810026 or ask a member of staff on the Beaumanor Unit.
This group has been set up and run by carers for carers. With the advantage of being held within the Eating Disorder Unit setting the group is fully supported by the staff on the unit and also a Carers Development worker from Oadby & Wigston Community Action.

NEW PATHWAY FOR MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE

Neurology and Palliative care services and Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland have been working togehter with representatives from the primary care, social servicces and specialist services to develop a clear pathway for people with motor neurone disease and theri carers from diagnosis to end of life care.
Motor Neurone disease(MND)is a life limiting progressive neurodegenerative illness which causes devastating symptons for people with the condition.
The MND pathway, which originated from a mapping day in March 2005, aims to promote clear patways of communication between service providers, promote timely anticipation of evolving need and advanced care planning and develp[ systems to avoid unwanted emergency admissions to hospital.
The project is staffed by one project worker with secretarial support. A number of multi - proffessional groups have been set up to focus on some of the issues highlighted at the mapping day.
Many improvements to MND care have been achieved within existing resources and would not been possible without the help, advice and support of people with MND and their carers. These include a directory of local contacts for people with the disease, establishing a clinic for people with MND and planning end of life care. For more information on the MND pathways visit the University Hospital of Leicester website.

university hospitals of leicester website

Mental Health Carers Support Group at The Cedar Centre

On the third Wednesday of the month there is a Mental Health Carers group which is held at the Cedar Centre in Cedar Avenue in Wigston from 1-2.30pm. This group is run by Lynn Redfearn from Rethink and provides information and emotional support for carers looking after someone with mental health difficulties. For more details Tel. 2810026.

Mind link
More information about other events on World Mental Health Day and Mental Health advice.

Our Carers Support Groups

The Carers Project helps to run 3 carers support groups, Our groups are informal and sociable events and time is focused on carers taking a break and enjoying a bit of time in the company of people who understand. A link to our forthcoming diary of activities sent to you; contact Sarah on 0116 2810026:

Carers For One Another

This group meets at the Church on Central Ave in Wigston, on the third Thursday of each month from 10 am to 12 noon. Parking is available in the street and in the church's car park.
The group meets for discussions, guest speakers, fun activities, letting off steam, sharing information and experiences, and just chatting. Refreshments served.

Help is available with transport and sitting services.

Oadby and Wigston Carers

This group usually meets on the third Monday of each month now at the Barnabas Centre on Hamble Road in Oadby, from 1.30pm until 3.00pm. The centre has its own car park and is disabled friendly.

The group meets for discussions, guest speakers, fun activities, letting off steam, sharing information and experiences, and just chatting. Refreshments served.

Help is available with transport and sitting services.

South Wigston Carers

They meet on Wednesdays at 11.00 am every 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Bassett Room at the Salvation Army Community Centre, Saffron Road in South Wigston.
Other groups:

Centre 88 Carers Group

This is a group for carers of people suffering with mental health problems. It meets monthly on the first Thursday of each month from 7.30pm until 10ish, for fun activities and information sharing.

Please phone OWCA for details of the venue and activity.

Alzheimer's Support Group

This group meets at The Liberal Club in Wigston, on the last Tuesday of the month. Please phone Alan Holford on(0116) 2255700 for further details.

There are regular joint events throughout the year, such as skittles/quiz evenings and outings.

There are many other support groups run by specific organisations such as The Stroke Association, The Parkinsons Society etc. If you want to find a specific group or you would like more details of the groups listed then please contact the Carers Development Team, (0116) 2810026 ex 28 or email : ksmith@vaow.org.uk

CARERS LUNCH MEETINGS

Over the last year carers from our project have been meeting once a month to have lunch. The lunches are informal and fun events and take place at pubs around Wigston currently. The group has grown over the year and the meetings are a real success. If you would like to join us then call Sarah on 0116 2810026 to book a place and to find out where we are eating next.

DOUBLE-CLICK

The computer club is held on the first Thursday of every month at Wigston Library, Bull Head Street. Here Carers can come and learn the basics in computing and get help with things like setting up and sending email, using the libraries membership, ancestory.com, how to use Friends Reunited as well as practical things like setting up spreadsheets. Recently we have been looking at online shopping and how to use Facebook. We always follow the session with a cuppa and a chat. (last updated 8/12/2009


Home Projects News Volunteering Services Events About us Contact us Newsletter Directories Job Vacancies Useful Links Feedback Community Search	» Home» Projects» Carers Development Carers Development A carer is someone who, without payment, provides help and support to a friend, relative or neighbour who couldn't manage otherwise because of frailty, illness or disability. Sarah Lambrianou is the Carers Development Worker. Karen Smith is an assistant to the Carers Project. Giuliana Martino is an assitant to the Carers Project. The Carers Project Caring for one another person is often rewarding and fulfilling experience, however it can also be extremely demanding. You can become emotionally and physically drained making it increasingly difficult to cope. The government strives to keep those affected by ill health or disability in their own homes and so your role as a carer is a very important one. Did you know that? There are 6 million carers throughout the uk! 3 Million carers work part time and provide over 50 hours of care each week! Women are more likely to have a caring role than men. However male carers make-up 42% and they are often working too! Those carers who provide 50 hours of care or above per week are themselves likely to become ill! Help us to help you The Carers’ Project wants to reach as many carers as possible with information, support and opportunities to meet together, and one another and with health and social care professionals. If you are a working carer we would like to hear from you how best we can support you. If you consider yourself as being from an ethnic minority and are a carer, please let us know if you need more help due to language or cultural differences. Dates For Your Diary 2010 KNITTING CREW The Knitting Crew is thriving and a hive of activity. They are well under way with plans of making ornaments for the usual Christmas Tree event in Wigston in 2010. The group has already been knitting prolifically for the Knitting Crew Sale and coffee morning during Carers Week on Monday 7th June; the question is, is Oadby & Wigston ready for their designs. We have yet to enlist any men to the group but we have not given up hope. Come and join us, we usually meet on the fourth Thursday of the month from 2-3pm at Oadby & Wigston Community Action, call to check and for more details. MOVIE NIGHT At Oadby & Wigston Community Action for one night only on 24th March from 6.45-9pm. Refreshments provided; Entrance £2 SKITTLES EVENING At the GENERAL ELLIOT IN WILLOUGHBY WATERLEYS on THURSDAY 4TH MARCH 7.30 FOR 8PM. Call to book for catering purposes. Tel 2810026. NEXT CARERS FORUM Our next CARERS' FORUM will be held at THE OLD LIBRARY PUB in Oadby on 11th March 2010 from 11am- 2pm. At this meeting we will be talking about the changes to our Social Care system and disability benefits and what this will mean for people with disabilities and their carers. Come and join us; there will be a free buffet lunch provided and there is help with sitting service costs and transport if required. CARERS SUPPORT GRANTS This non means tested grant for Carers replaces the old Take A Break Grants. The difference is that the funds are a lot more flexible and the money can be spent on basically anything that is going to provide you with a break as a carer. To be eligible for the grant from Oadby & Wigston Community Action; you must be looking after someone who is either receiving middle or high rate care component of the Disability Living Allowance benefit or Attendance Allowance, in receipt of secondary mental health services or has a degenerative or terminal illness. You must not be receiving any other help from Social Care. To find out more or apply contact Sarah on 0116 2810026. Eating Disorders Carers Group Caring for someone with an Eating Disorder can be an enormous burden, bringing with it feelings of frustration, fear, anxiety and isolation. Self esteem and self confidence can be affectd as you watch a loved one suffer from an illness that you often fell powerless to do anything about, and you may feel unable to deal with the resulting stresses. Feelings of powerlessness can often stem from not knowing where to get help, or from being unable to exchange ideas with somebody else who is going through a similar crisis. Carers need to look after their own well eing as they play a very important part in, and can have a very positive effect on, the recovery of those they look after. The purpose of this Carers Group is to provide a mutually supportive and confidential environment for sharing experiences and ideas. WHERE? We meet once a month on the first floor of the Brandon Unit mostly on the third Wednesday of the month although do call to clarify as this can change during school holidays etc. We welcome all carers of people with an Eating Sisorder or those living wiht someone who they think may have an Eating Disorder. The room we meet in GT3/4 on the Beaumanor Ward. You can turn up on the day or contact us beforehand. For more details please call Sarah on 0116 2810026 or ask a member of staff on the Beaumanor Unit. This group has been set up and run by carers for carers. With the advantage of being held within the Eating Disorder Unit setting the group is fully supported by the staff on the unit and also a Carers Development worker from Oadby & Wigston Community Action. NEW PATHWAY FOR MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE Neurology and Palliative care services and Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland have been working togehter with representatives from the primary care, social servicces and specialist services to develop a clear pathway for people with motor neurone disease and theri carers from diagnosis to end of life care. Motor Neurone disease(MND)is a life limiting progressive neurodegenerative illness which causes devastating symptons for people with the condition. The MND pathway, which originated from a mapping day in March 2005, aims to promote clear patways of communication between service providers, promote timely anticipation of evolving need and advanced care planning and develp[ systems to avoid unwanted emergency admissions to hospital. The project is staffed by one project worker with secretarial support. A number of multi - proffessional groups have been set up to focus on some of the issues highlighted at the mapping day. Many improvements to MND care have been achieved within existing resources and would not been possible without the help, advice and support of people with MND and their carers. These include a directory of local contacts for people with the disease, establishing a clinic for people with MND and planning end of life care. For more information on the MND pathways visit the University Hospital of Leicester website. university hospitals of leicester website Mental Health Carers Support Group at The Cedar Centre On the third Wednesday of the month there is a Mental Health Carers group which is held at the Cedar Centre in Cedar Avenue in Wigston from 1-2.30pm. This group is run by Lynn Redfearn from Rethink and provides information and emotional support for carers looking after someone with mental health difficulties. For more details Tel. 2810026. Mind link More information about other events on World Mental Health Day and Mental Health advice. Our Carers Support Groups The Carers Project helps to run 3 carers support groups, Our groups are informal and sociable events and time is focused on carers taking a break and enjoying a bit of time in the company of people who understand. A link to our forthcoming diary of activities sent to you; contact Sarah on 0116 2810026: Carers For One Another This group meets at the Church on Central Ave in Wigston, on the third Thursday of each month from 10 am to 12 noon. Parking is available in the street and in the church's car park. The group meets for discussions, guest speakers, fun activities, letting off steam, sharing information and experiences, and just chatting. Refreshments served. Help is available with transport and sitting services. Oadby and Wigston Carers This group usually meets on the third Monday of each month now at the Barnabas Centre on Hamble Road in Oadby, from 1.30pm until 3.00pm. The centre has its own car park and is disabled friendly. The group meets for discussions, guest speakers, fun activities, letting off steam, sharing information and experiences, and just chatting. Refreshments served. Help is available with transport and sitting services. South Wigston Carers They meet on Wednesdays at 11.00 am every 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Bassett Room at the Salvation Army Community Centre, Saffron Road in South Wigston. Other groups: Centre 88 Carers Group This is a group for carers of people suffering with mental health problems. It meets monthly on the first Thursday of each month from 7.30pm until 10ish, for fun activities and information sharing. Please phone OWCA for details of the venue and activity. Alzheimer's Support Group This group meets at The Liberal Club in Wigston, on the last Tuesday of the month. Please phone Alan Holford on(0116) 2255700 for further details. There are regular joint events throughout the year, such as skittles/quiz evenings and outings. There are many other support groups run by specific organisations such as The Stroke Association, The Parkinsons Society etc. If you want to find a specific group or you would like more details of the groups listed then please contact the Carers Development Team, (0116) 2810026 ex 28 or email : ksmith@vaow.org.uk CARERS LUNCH MEETINGS Over the last year carers from our project have been meeting once a month to have lunch. The lunches are informal and fun events and take place at pubs around Wigston currently. The group has grown over the year and the meetings are a real success. If you would like to join us then call Sarah on 0116 2810026 to book a place and to find out where we are eating next. DOUBLE-CLICK The computer club is held on the first Thursday of every month at Wigston Library, Bull Head Street. Here Carers can come and learn the basics in computing and get help with things like setting up and sending email, using the libraries membership, ancestory.com, how to use Friends Reunited as well as practical things like setting up spreadsheets. Recently we have been looking at online shopping and how to use Facebook. We always follow the session with a cuppa and a chat. (last updated 8/12/2009
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