Carers of East Lothian Support Groups
Carers of East Lothian support people who look after someone else on an unpaid basis. This could be a relative, friend, or neighbour.
Service Description
Carers of East Lothian run lots of support groups across East Lothian. These are a great opportunity to meet other people in the same situation and to share experiences. Groups are informal and welcoming.
Dunbar Support Group
Date: Second Wednesday of each month
Time: 10.30 am – 12.00 pm
Address: The Stables, Belhaven Church, Dunbar
Dirleton Support Group
Date: First Tuesday of each month
Date: 10.30am to midday
Address: Open Arms Hotel, Dirleton
North Berwick Support Group
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 10.30am to midday
Address: Nether Abbey Hotel, North Berwick
Musselburgh Support Group
Date: Last Wednesday of each month
Time: 10.00 to 11.30am
Address: MECA, Musselburgh
Carers of people with mental health issues
Date: Last Tuesday of each month
Time: 4.30 to 6pm
Address: Varies – usually Port Seton area
Men who care!
When: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 10.30am to midday
Address: Normally @ MECA, Musselburgh
Parent Carer Support Group (particularly of children with an autism/ADHD spectrum condition)
Date: the last Monday of each month (not July)
Time: 9.30 am to 11.00 am
Address: Home-Start, Early Years Centre, Sandersons Wynd School, Tranent
Date: the second Tuesday of each month (except August)
Time: 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm
Address: Carers of East Lothian, 94 High Street, Musselburgh EH21 7EA
How to Get In Touch
If you are interested in coming along to any of the following groups, please contact Carers of East Lothian on 0131 665 0135.
Service Categories
Eligibility
Intended Client Groups:
- Carers
Referral
Self Referral
This service accepts direct self referrals.
Service Contact
Tel: 0131 665 0135
Email: centre@coel.org.uk
Website: www.coel.org.uk
Provider's Name: Carers of East Lothian
Type: Charity/Voluntary
Carers of East Lothian (CoEL) focuses on supporting carers so that they can continue to care for others. CoEL can provide anything from a bit of practical advice when needed or through to much more support for carers who are struggling to cope with the physical and emotional demands of caring for someone on a full time basis.