Carers First offer £50 voucher in Family Empowerment Workshops

Carers First has announced their partnership with North Kent Mind to deliver “Family Empowerment Workshops”.

The workshops are a supportive space designed to help young carers aged 10 to 13, their parents families navigate mental health challenges together.

On completion of all sessions and a brief evaluation, families will receive a £50 voucher as a thank you for their commitment.

Naresh Katnoria, Carers First Service Manager for Medway, said: “The events will have a relaxed, informal and engaging atmosphere, with opportunities for peer support throughout.

Carers First offer £50 voucher for participation in Medway Family Empowerment Workshops

“All we ask is for your participation so that we can continue our funding for the following year in supporting other young carers and their families.

“Join us in this empowering journey of learning, sharing and growing together. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot soon!”

The workshops focus on empowering carers to prioritise their own wellbeing while taking care of someone with mental health needs in the family.

The workshops will cover how to: Manage stress, challenge negative thoughts, address anxiety, learn relaxation techniques (that you can continue at home), and more. Hands-on activities will help to build resilience and confidence in a caring role.

The workshops will be held at St Augustine, Rock Avenue, Gillingham ME7 5PW.

Four sessions will be held fortnightly. The first round on October 26, November 9, November 16, December 14, January 11. The second round of workshops will be held on January 25, February 8, February 2, March 8.

The events will be free of cost, with refreshments and lunch provided.

For more information and to book your space, please visit: https://www.carersfirst.org.uk/medway/groups-and-events/family-empowerment-workshop/

Carers First supports carers face to face in eight regions across the country and provides online support carers anywhere. Your donations will help us support more carers – you can donate here [link].

If you are caring for someone and would like to find out what support Carers First’s groups can offer, please visit our website www.carerfirst.org.uk or call our helpline on 0300 303 1555.  