Unpaid Carers

Workshop On Care Support Plans

A two-hour practical workshop helping unpaid carers understand what a care support plan is, why it matters, and how to develop and put one into practice for the person they care for.

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Location

Dumfries and Galloway

Venue may vary throughout the region

Duration

2 Hours

Short session covering care support plans

Cost

Free Of Charge

These sessions are free to unpaid carers

Who can attend

Unpaid Carers

Anyone who is caring for a loved one

Session Goal

This session gives unpaid carers a clear, practical understanding of care support plans, what they are, why they matter, and how to create and use one effectively. By the end of the workshop, you'll feel confident developing a plan that reflects the real needs of the person you care for and helps you provide more consistent, organised support.

Areas Covered

What is a care plan - A clear explanation of what a care support plan is and what it should include

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Why is it important - Understanding why a well structured plan makes a real difference to the person in your care

How to implement it - Step-by-step guidance on developing and putting your care support plan into action


What You'll Gain

A thorough understanding of what care support plans are and how they work

Practical skills to develop a plan tailored to the person you care for

Confidence to put your plan into practice straight away

Insight and ideas shared by fellow carers in the session

Session Format

A workshop-style session with a mix of presentation, discussion, and practical activity, giving you the chance to ask questions, share experiences, and work through the material in a supportive group setting.

  • Facilitator led presentations on care plan fundamentals
  • Group discussions drawn on real carer expierences
  • Interactive exercises to practice developing a plan
  • Q&A time to address your specific questions

How to book

To reserve your spot in this information session, please click the "book now" button below and complete the booking form. Limited seats are available, so early booking is encouraged. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. Please note: This is for unpaid carers only. If you are a paid carer, you cannot attend this training.

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Training Needs

Meeting your training needs

The training offered will change over different periods of the year and in relation to changes in practice, we need to keep this fresh & up to date.

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