Online Activities
We are currently running alternative Support and Cuppa & Chat groups online.
All activities are for Unpaid Carers registered with Derbyshire Carers Association only.
For more information and to book a place please contact Katie Matkin on 07773 173 416 or email Katie.Matkin@derbyshirecarers.co.uk
A MONTHLY VIRTUAL MEMORY LOSS CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
Our support group is for carers who are caring for someone with memory loss. No diagnosis needed and our group is made up of a mixture of carers, those who are new to their caring role and those who have been doing it for many years. Along the way, we will be inviting speakers, delivering movement and art workshops and also supporting one another through a good ol’ chin wag & a cuppa! This group is about you as a carer and what you would like to get from it, but also to meet other carers in a similar situation to yourselves. Due to COVID we are running this via ZOOM.
A MONTHLY VIRTUAL MENTAL HEALTH CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
Are you caring for someone who has a mental health illness? If so, you might like to join our new virtual Mental Health Carer Support Group via Zoom. To register your interest, please contact 01773 833833.
W/C |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
1st March |
Burnout Awareness Workshop Cooking Class 3-5pm |
Chair Based Yoga 1:30-2:15pm |
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Writing Group 1-2:30pm |
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8th March |
Cooking Class 3-5pm |
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Exercise Class 1:30-2:15pm |
15th March |
Cooking Class 3-5pm |
Chair Based Yoga 1:30-2:15pm |
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Writing Group 1-2:30pm |
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22nd March |
Cooking Class 3-5pm |
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Easter Crafts 1pm |
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Exercise Class 1:30-2:15pm |
29th March |
Cooking Class 3-5pm Easter Crafts 11am |
Chair Based Yoga 1:30-2:15pm |
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Writing group 1-2:30pm |
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Thursday 4th March – Online Creative Writing Workshop – 1pm – 2.30pm
Join us on a Thursday for our online expressive writing workshop, facilitated by experienced Derby based writer Sophie Sparham.
Sophie will guide you through different writing exercises to help you experience the benefits of expressive writing.
Monday 8th March – Cooking Class – 3pm – 5pm
We are running cooking courses to learn how to create simple and balanced healthy meals using affordable, fresh ingredients, you can join any sessions.
Friday 12th March – Exercise Class – 1.30pm – 2.15pm
Sessions for all abilities - something to get you moving around and having fun!
Take things at your own pace and exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home, along with other Carers online
Monday 15th March – Cooking Class – 3pm – 5pm
We are running cooking courses to learn how to create simple and balanced healthy meals using affordable, fresh ingredients, you can join any sessions.
Tuesday 16th March – Chair Based Yoga - 1.30pm – 2.15pm
Sessions for all abilities - something to get you moving around and having fun!
Take things at your own pace and exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home, along with other Carers online
Thursday 18th March – Online Creative Writing Workshop – 1pm – 2.30pm
Join us on a Thursday for our online expressive writing workshop, facilitated by experienced Derby based writer Sophie Sparham.
Sophie will guide you through different writing exercises to help you experience the benefits of expressive writing.
Monday 22nd March – Cooking Class – 3pm – 5pm
We are running cooking courses to learn how to create simple and balanced healthy meals using affordable, fresh ingredients, you can join any sessions.
Wednesday 24th March – Easter Crafts – 1pm
Come and join us online for some Easter Craft fun. Booking in advance essential to ensure you recieve your craft packs prior to the session.
Friday 26th March – Exercise Class – 1.30pm – 2.15pm
Sessions for all abilities - something to get you moving around and having fun!
Take things at your own pace and exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home, along with other Carers online
Monday 29th March – Easter Crafts – 11am
Come and join us online for some Easter Craft fun. Booking in advance essential to ensure you recieve your craft packs prior to the session.
Monday 29th March – Cooking Class – 3pm – 5pm
We are running cooking courses to learn how to create simple and balanced healthy meals using affordable, fresh ingredients, you can join any sessions.
Tuesday 30th March – Chair Based Yoga - 1.30pm – 2.15pm
Sessions for all abilities - something to get you moving around and having fun!
Take things at your own pace and exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home, along with other Carers online
Home activities ideas not internet based
Home Activities Idea's (no internet).pdf
Relaxation and Exercise Videos
Joint Mobility Chair Exercise Routine - https://vimeo.com/399922218
Breathing Exercises for Relaxation - https://vimeo.com/417629556
Body Scan - https://vimeo.com/417956039
5 Mindfulness Exercises - https://vimeo.com/418296390
How to Make Stress Cushions and Stress Balls - https://vimeo.com/417253976
Stretching at Home - https://vimeo.com/403444578
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