Free accessible training for unpaid carers in Dumfries & Galloway
We believe every resident, patient and vulnerable person deserves the best care possible. At CTC our mission is to improve the quality of care within our community through education, training and exceeding standards.
Moving & Handling Training
The aim of this exciting new service at CTC is to ensure safe practices and techniques when using manual handling equipment, increase confidence and raise awareness across the region.
Support From Hospital To Home
Free training for individuals who are embarking on a role as an unpaid carer, prior to taking a relative home from hospital or to increase their skill base if they are already providing care.
Unpaid Carer Classroom Training
Join others who are embarking on their unpaid carer journey to learn and discuss topics to help you provide better care for your loved ones from one of our specialist trainers.
Carers Voices
A heartfelt and inspiring podcast dedicated to unpaid carers. Join us as we dive deep into the stories, experiences, and challenges faced by unpaid carers who selflessly devote their time and energy to caring for their loved ones.
The EuCHO Group
The EuCHO Group is a group co-run by unpaid Carers for the unpaid Carers of D&G. This is a quarterly group that gives unpaid Carers a platform to come together with provider organisations, receive information, connect with other Carers and enable the voice of unpaid Carers to influence the future direction of strategic interventions.
D&G Unpaid Carers Conference
The D&G Unpaid Carers Conference is an annual event dedicated to recognising and supporting the invaluable contributions of unpaid carers in our communities. In 2023, we were delighted to host the 1st conference, bringing together carers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and organisations to discuss, share experiences, and find innovative solutions to the challenges faced by unpaid carers.
Directory
If you are are unpaid carer, or supporting an unpaid carer, and you are looking for information, advice or support to assist you in your role, browse our extensive directory of support organisations and service providers who will be happy to help.
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.