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April 10, 2024 · 10:01 am

Carers Hub News – 1 April

Understanding Benefits & Savings: Mobilise video, with carers sharing their experiences of accessing carer-related benefits
Carers Active April: resources and inspiration for carers, including a discounted membership for Better Leisure centres this April
Carers Walk: join us for a local walk starting from Finsbury Park station; a great way to get to know other local carers
Dementia Support: Art workshop by Arts 4 Dementia and Dementia Information sessions in Islington Libraries
April Bower Cancer Awareness: The importance of making use of NHS bowel cancer tests available for 56-74-year-olds
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January 9, 2024 · 12:46 pm

Staying Well in 2024: Banish the January Blues and try out some gentle exercise & taster activities in our January Staying Well Event
Helping carers to keep active: Can’t get out to exercise? Try out a range of work-out videos designed for carers by Carers UK
Future Wishes: Find out how to make a Will, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Advanced Care Plan in our in-person information sessions
Joint pain: See the latest Versus Arthritis magazine with a useful article about chronic pain management
Carers Strategy Steering Group: Help shape plans for new initiatives and support for Islington carers
Carers Talk: Come together with other Islington carers for the first Carers Talk of the year.
Self-Advocacy Workshop: Learn skills to help ask for the things that are important to you, particularly when dealing with organisations
Saatchi Gallery Trip & Workshop: See the latest exhibition at Saatchi Gallery and try your hand at a creative workshop
Boxing fitness programme: Specifically for people with or at risk from type 2 diabetes
Latest courses: Find out about enrolment for Adult Community Learning and Recovery College courses
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December 8, 2023 · 11:45 am

Cost of Living: Cost of Living event on 8 December & 10 Tips to avoid a Festive Debt Hangover
Carers Wellbeing Day: a review of the day including a photo of Moorf the Elf who paid us a visit!
Carer Story: Carer looking after his 94 year old mum, reflects on how some skills from 30 years as a roadie for rock bands have come in handy for caring!
Let’s Talk Peer Event Christmas Special: Christmas food, socialising and dancing to live jazz festive songs from Nick Pritchard (photo above!)
Festive Events: a round-up of the Festive events taking place around the borough
Carers Better Leisure Offer: special offer for carers starting 1 December with Better Leisure and ‘Get Elfy’ advent calendar
Dial-a-Ride app: Information about the new Dial-a-Ride app that gives a handy extra way to book using a smartphone
Pulmonary Rehab Classes from Whittington Health Free groups to help people living with the symptoms of long-term lung disease
City Lit ‘Skills for Life’ Courses: courses including English, ESOL, Data Literacy, Maths and Digital Skills.
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November 27, 2023 · 4:13 pm

Carers Wellbeing Day: 23 November Cllr Janet Burgess will be opening a day for anyone looking after a family member or friend on Carers Rights Day
Pain of Bills crisis: read our article with Islington Tribune highlighting the financial stress that many Islington residents are experiencing
RITA Lite: If you support someone with dementia, contact Islington Carers Hub about these entertaining/therapeutic devices
Intergenerational Event: 5 November Join the Nature Conservation Team, Bright Start and Age UK Islington for this Autumn Intergenerational Event at Islington Ecology Centre.
Staying Well Event: 8 November Find a new skill or interest! Revive a previous ‘passion’ or your career, whatever your age or stage of life!
Let’s Talk Peer Event: 16 November a special edition bringing together Islington organisations providing cost of living support to residents
Festive Party: 1 December For clients 50yrs+, The Business Design Centre and partners are organising a very special Festive Party on behalf of Age UK Islington clients.
Dementia-friendly Creative sessions: Park Theatre is running weekly sing-alongs and drama-based session for carers and residents living with dementia
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October 3, 2023 · 12:37 pm

International Older People’s Day: Sharing a new printable version of the Get Together newsletter, ideal for people not online.
Carers Grief Journey: A guide to the waves of grief in a carer’s journey, not just at end of life.
Carers Event: Explore & Read: A tour of Central library and the books for Black History Month & refreshments.
Carers Music Workshops: 6 fun sessions creating music with other carers: play instruments, sing & create lyrics & melodies.
Let’s Talk Greener Life: a special edition promoting ‘Black History Month’ and also ‘Health and Wellbeing’ with talks & info stalls.
Future Matters Workshops: Wills & Funeral planning in-person workshop.
Staying Well Event: Find a new skill or interest! Revive a previous ‘passion’ or your career, whatever your age or stage of life!
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