Online Support in Oadby & Wigston
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‘Daytime Zoom Carers Support Group - Countywide’
About
This daytime Zoom support group is led by our Carers Services Manager, Kerry. This is open to all Leicestershire carers as long as the cared-for is 18+. Meet other carers, enjoy guest speakers and get your queries answered from the comfort and convenience of your own home. Perfect for carers who cannot easily leave the person they care for.
Every 3rd Friday afternoon from 2-3pm.
Forthcoming dates for 2022: 20 May, 17 June, 15 July, 19 August, 16 September. Please contact us for the Zoom code.
Found in: All Leicestershire, Blaby, Charnwood, Harborough, Hinckley & Bosworth, Melton, North West Leicestershire, Oadby & Wigston, Activities & Events, Online Support, Groups & Forums,
‘Oadby and Wigston Time Out for Carers Group’
Address:
Salvation Army (please ask at reception for directions to the room)
Ladysmith Road
Off Saffron Road
South Wigston
LE1 4UT
About
A support group for carers, designed to give you a break from your caring role. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 2.30pm to 4pm. The usual leader is Gurjit.
If you can’t make the face to face group why not try the evening Zoom group which is held on the 3rd Tuesday 7-8pm, giving you the opportunity to meet other carers from the comfort of your own home.
Found in: All Leicestershire, Oadby & Wigston, Activities & Events, Online Support, Groups & Forums,
ONLINE Arthritis Action groups, events and resources
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Online Arthritis Action Groups
https:/www.arthritisaction.org.uk/media-centre/events/
We are pleased to announce we are running Arthritis Action Group meetings online via Zoom, including a group for Leicestershire. The meetings are a way to connect with other people with arthritis, share experiences and tips, and support each other. Participants will need to contact us directly for the log in instructions for the meeting, and we have produced How To guides for those not familiar with using Zoom.
Arthritis appropriate Exercise Videos
https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/exercises/
Many people living with a long-term health condition find it difficult to attend exercise classes. To help them, Arthritis Action recently launched a series of online chair based exercises developed with the aim of helping those with hip, knee or spinal Osteoarthritis more mobile and active.
Self-Management Resource
https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/onlinesme
We also have video resources exploring different elements of self-management, including pain management, distraction techniques and pacing.
Found in: All Leicestershire, Blaby, Charnwood, Harborough, Leicester, Hinckley & Bosworth, Melton, North West Leicestershire, Oadby & Wigston, Rutland, Online Support,
ONLINE understanding dementia course from the Alzheimers Society
About
The Alzheimers Society run CRISP, a very good 6-week programme for dementia carers giving them insight into the condition their loved one has, tips and tricks and coping strategies. We highly recommend it for all dementia carers, whether the person is newly diagnosed or has had the condition for some time.
With Covid-19, the Alzheimers Society are currently running the course by Zoom sessions. Please contact them for more details of the course including upcoming dates.
Found in: All Leicestershire, Blaby, Charnwood, Harborough, Leicester, Hinckley & Bosworth, Melton, North West Leicestershire, Oadby & Wigston, Rutland, Online Support,
Zoom Evening Carers Support Group - Oadby & Wigston
About
BEGINS NOV 2021
Held via Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 7-8pm, hosted by Gurjit. A chance to connect with other Oadby and Wigston carers from the comfort of your own home.
Found in: Oadby & Wigston, Online Support, Groups & Forums,
