GAMH partners with Alzheimer Scotland to help carers supporting people living with Dementia
As part of GAMH’s work with unpaid carers in Glasgow, we’re partnering with Scotland’s leading Dementia charity, Alzheimer Scotland, to facilitate sessions within support groups and training for carers looking after someone with Dementia.
During Dementia Awareness Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the ways GAMH helps unpaid carers.
Supporting unpaid carers dealing with Dementia
Caring can be hugely rewarding, but it can also bring uncertainty – especially when thinking about the future and the impact of conditions such as Dementia.
Our approach to supporting unpaid carers works across three strands:
- Post-diagnostic peer support group sessions, in partnership with Alzheimer Scotland
- Dementia training courses
- Practical advice and support.
Building connections and providing much-needed reassurance for carers
Peer support group sessions can be a lifeline for carers supporting someone living with Dementia. They provide opportunities for carers to meet others in similar situations, share their experiences, and support one another.
Building these connections can reduce feelings of isolation amongst carers. They also offer reassurance that carers are not alone on the journey of supporting a loved one.
Support and advice for unpaid carers: Find out more about how GAMH supports unpaid carers of all ages in Glasgow and how to self-refer to GAMH for support.
Condition-specific training for unpaid carers
To help unpaid carers build confidence and understanding of individual conditions, GAMH provides a range of relevant training courses. Our Dementia training, for example, covers topics including:
- What Dementia is and how it affects people
- Communication techniques, including responding to stress and distress
- Accessing benefits and financial support
- Meaningful activities and staying connected.
Training isn’t limited to particular conditions like Dementia. GAMH also places a strong focus on carers’ wellbeing too. Our stress management and wellbeing sessions equip unpaid carers with the tools and strategies to look after their own mental and emotional health. Thus helping them maintain a healthy balance while caring for others.
Do you need a break from your caring responsibilities? Read how GAMH North East Carers Service can help you access grants for short breaks and activities to rest and recharge.
Practical advice for carers supporting people living with Dementia
Central to our support for unpaid carers is the objective of helping them feel listened to, informed and supported. We create a safe space where carers can talk about worries and concerns, and explore what the future might look like.
GAMH offers practical advice on key topics like Power of Attorney, helping carers to understand what is required, why it matters and how to get started.
Caring for carers supporting people living with Dementia
GAMH North East Carers Service aims to help unpaid carers feel supported, confident, and prepared to complete their caring responsibilities. Dementia Awareness Week is a great opportunity to remind carers supporting people living with Dementia that support is available.
Learn more about GAMH’s support and advice services, carer training courses and how we help unpaid carers to access short breaks from caring.
To self-refer to us, complete a referral form or telephone 0141 404 3769 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm).
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