Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre
@fccentralcarers.bsky.social
We are a non-profit organisation based in Falkirk. We provide information and support if you look after a family member or friend who needs your help due to disability, illness, frailty or addiction.
Contact us: 01324611510 | [email protected]
Contact us: 01324611510 | [email protected]
Join Louise Balfour, Oral Health Central Nurse, NHS Forth Valley, to learn why oral health matters, explore the different toothbrushes and oral care aids available, and pick up practical tips for keeping your teeth and mouth clean and healthy. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/cwc-dementia-sessions
September 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Join Louise Balfour, Oral Health Central Nurse, NHS Forth Valley, to learn why oral health matters, explore the different toothbrushes and oral care aids available, and pick up practical tips for keeping your teeth and mouth clean and healthy. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/cwc-dementia-sessions
🎙️ New podcast alert! In our first episode, we’re talking all things #Respitality with Respitality Manager at Shared Care Scotland. Discover how the programme helps unpaid carers relax, reconnect, and take a well-deserved break
💙 https://ow.ly/LVKb50ZOFhI
@carebreaks.bsky.social #MakeACarersDay
💙 https://ow.ly/LVKb50ZOFhI
@carebreaks.bsky.social #MakeACarersDay
September 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
🎙️ New podcast alert! In our first episode, we’re talking all things #Respitality with Respitality Manager at Shared Care Scotland. Discover how the programme helps unpaid carers relax, reconnect, and take a well-deserved break
💙 https://ow.ly/LVKb50ZOFhI
@carebreaks.bsky.social #MakeACarersDay
💙 https://ow.ly/LVKb50ZOFhI
@carebreaks.bsky.social #MakeACarersDay
A huge thank you to Scottish Autism for delivering an autism programme. Carers valued the interactive sessions, sharing experiences, asking questions & learning together in a supportive space. We're grateful for the expertise & encouragement that helped carers feel informed, supported and empowered.
September 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
A huge thank you to Scottish Autism for delivering an autism programme. Carers valued the interactive sessions, sharing experiences, asking questions & learning together in a supportive space. We're grateful for the expertise & encouragement that helped carers feel informed, supported and empowered.
Meet Dana Horsburgh, Carer Representative, Carers Strategy Group
Drawing on her experience as a parent carer, Dana champions carer involvement and works to ensure carers' voices and experiences are heard and valued.
Read more here:https://ow.ly/A2AW50ZOjUs
Drawing on her experience as a parent carer, Dana champions carer involvement and works to ensure carers' voices and experiences are heard and valued.
Read more here:https://ow.ly/A2AW50ZOjUs
September 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Meet Dana Horsburgh, Carer Representative, Carers Strategy Group
Drawing on her experience as a parent carer, Dana champions carer involvement and works to ensure carers' voices and experiences are heard and valued.
Read more here:https://ow.ly/A2AW50ZOjUs
Drawing on her experience as a parent carer, Dana champions carer involvement and works to ensure carers' voices and experiences are heard and valued.
Read more here:https://ow.ly/A2AW50ZOjUs
We’re running free Dementia Information Sessions in the Centre for Falkirk unpaid carers, offering up-to-date information, practical advice, and a chance to ask questions in a supportive environment. View the latest programme here: https://centralcarers.org/dementia-information-sessions-sep-to-dec/
September 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We’re running free Dementia Information Sessions in the Centre for Falkirk unpaid carers, offering up-to-date information, practical advice, and a chance to ask questions in a supportive environment. View the latest programme here: https://centralcarers.org/dementia-information-sessions-sep-to-dec/
Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting patients after discharge, yet many are unaware of their rights or the support available to them. Our session will help NHS staff understand the role of carers, identify hidden caring responsibilities, and support carers to access help. Learn more 👇
September 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting patients after discharge, yet many are unaware of their rights or the support available to them. Our session will help NHS staff understand the role of carers, identify hidden caring responsibilities, and support carers to access help. Learn more 👇
We'll welcome Care at Home and Review Lead for Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership, who will provide an update on the Care at Home redesign and explain how carers' feedback from previous consultations has helped shape the proposed changes. Register here: https://ow.ly/abZB50ZNWIw
September 15, 2026 at 3:41 PM
We'll welcome Care at Home and Review Lead for Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership, who will provide an update on the Care at Home redesign and explain how carers' feedback from previous consultations has helped shape the proposed changes. Register here: https://ow.ly/abZB50ZNWIw
A bowel cancer awareness session delivered by Bowel Cancer UK. Join to learn about the prevalence of bowel cancer, the six most common signs and symptoms, associated risk factors, and the NHS bowel screening programme. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence.
September 15, 2026 at 1:01 PM
A bowel cancer awareness session delivered by Bowel Cancer UK. Join to learn about the prevalence of bowel cancer, the six most common signs and symptoms, associated risk factors, and the NHS bowel screening programme. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence.
Unpaid carers often put their own health & wellbeing second while focusing on other's needs. As a GP, you may be one of the few professionals in a position to identify when a patient has caring responsibilities and help connect them with support. Find out how 👉https://ow.ly/CRPZ50ZHKF4
September 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Unpaid carers often put their own health & wellbeing second while focusing on other's needs. As a GP, you may be one of the few professionals in a position to identify when a patient has caring responsibilities and help connect them with support. Find out how 👉https://ow.ly/CRPZ50ZHKF4
Thanks to funding from the Clackmannanshire Community Mental Health & Wellbeing for Adults, carers took part in a cookery session at Tullibody Community Garden last Friday. Carers made a delicious apple cake and also enjoyed seeing the different varieties of tomato growing in the polytunnel.
September 14, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Thanks to funding from the Clackmannanshire Community Mental Health & Wellbeing for Adults, carers took part in a cookery session at Tullibody Community Garden last Friday. Carers made a delicious apple cake and also enjoyed seeing the different varieties of tomato growing in the polytunnel.
Introducing Bamidele Bamgbopa, Carer Representative
Parent carer Bamidele is passionate about supporting fellow carers, sharing experiences at the Carer Voice, and helping raise carer awareness among future healthcare professionals.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/KzPf50ZKi0K
Parent carer Bamidele is passionate about supporting fellow carers, sharing experiences at the Carer Voice, and helping raise carer awareness among future healthcare professionals.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/KzPf50ZKi0K
September 9, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Introducing Bamidele Bamgbopa, Carer Representative
Parent carer Bamidele is passionate about supporting fellow carers, sharing experiences at the Carer Voice, and helping raise carer awareness among future healthcare professionals.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/KzPf50ZKi0K
Parent carer Bamidele is passionate about supporting fellow carers, sharing experiences at the Carer Voice, and helping raise carer awareness among future healthcare professionals.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/KzPf50ZKi0K
There are ca 27k young carers (aged 4-18) in Scotland. Would you recognise one if they were in your class? Many go unidentified and miss out on crucial support that could give them a better chance of succeeding in all parts of their lives. As a teacher you can make a difference for them. Learn how 👇
September 9, 2026 at 10:21 AM
There are ca 27k young carers (aged 4-18) in Scotland. Would you recognise one if they were in your class? Many go unidentified and miss out on crucial support that could give them a better chance of succeeding in all parts of their lives. As a teacher you can make a difference for them. Learn how 👇
Canine Partners will talk about the many incredible ways assistance dogs transform the lives of their partners; by making them more independent, and helping them gain confidence, socialise and take their place in society. Come along, it will be pawsome 👉 https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence
September 8, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Canine Partners will talk about the many incredible ways assistance dogs transform the lives of their partners; by making them more independent, and helping them gain confidence, socialise and take their place in society. Come along, it will be pawsome 👉 https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence
Join us to learn about support, share your experiences and have your say. We'll welcome the Team Leader at NHS Forth Valley Keep Well Service and Falkirk Football Foundation' Mental Health and Wellbeing Office. Find out more here: https://centralcarers.org/sep-falkirk-carers-voice/
September 7, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Join us to learn about support, share your experiences and have your say. We'll welcome the Team Leader at NHS Forth Valley Keep Well Service and Falkirk Football Foundation' Mental Health and Wellbeing Office. Find out more here: https://centralcarers.org/sep-falkirk-carers-voice/
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Falkirk Citizens Advice Bureau is closed today, Monday 7th September. We'll be back with more advice tomorrow, Tuesday 8th.
You can still find support online at citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland
You can still find support online at citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland
September 7, 2026 at 7:45 AM
Falkirk Citizens Advice Bureau is closed today, Monday 7th September. We'll be back with more advice tomorrow, Tuesday 8th.
You can still find support online at citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland
You can still find support online at citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland
Introducing John Giovanacci, Carer Representative, Dementia Strategy Group. Caring for a family member with young onset dementia, John champions carers’ voices, helping shape support and ensuring lived experience is heard. Read more here: https://ow.ly/H2cy50ZJhYX
September 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Introducing John Giovanacci, Carer Representative, Dementia Strategy Group. Caring for a family member with young onset dementia, John champions carers’ voices, helping shape support and ensuring lived experience is heard. Read more here: https://ow.ly/H2cy50ZJhYX
Could you be missing out on valuable financial support? We will welcome the Welfare Benefits Adviser, Citizens Advice Bureau, who will give us an overview of different benefits and you'll have the opportunity to ask questions. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence
September 3, 2026 at 11:16 AM
Could you be missing out on valuable financial support? We will welcome the Welfare Benefits Adviser, Citizens Advice Bureau, who will give us an overview of different benefits and you'll have the opportunity to ask questions. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/care-with-confidence
Not every pupil gets to switch off when the school day ends. Many young carers are balancing the demands of school & teenage life alongside significant caring responsibilities. The right support can make a true difference to their lives. As a teacher, there's a lot you can do to help. Learn more 👇
September 1, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Not every pupil gets to switch off when the school day ends. Many young carers are balancing the demands of school & teenage life alongside significant caring responsibilities. The right support can make a true difference to their lives. As a teacher, there's a lot you can do to help. Learn more 👇
Behind a struggling student, there may be a caring role. Many young adult carers have to juggle several responsibilities without having the right support. By recognising them & understanding their challenges, college staff can play an important role in helping them access support. Find out how👇
September 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Behind a struggling student, there may be a caring role. Many young adult carers have to juggle several responsibilities without having the right support. By recognising them & understanding their challenges, college staff can play an important role in helping them access support. Find out how👇
Join the next Dementia Consultation with NHS Forth Valley's Dementia & Delirium Lead and the Community Mental Health Team Lead for Older Adult Services. Share your views and experiences of dementia services and support. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/zYto50ZG80c
August 27, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Join the next Dementia Consultation with NHS Forth Valley's Dementia & Delirium Lead and the Community Mental Health Team Lead for Older Adult Services. Share your views and experiences of dementia services and support. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/zYto50ZG80c
For the past year, Rosebank Distillery has been creating opportunities for carers to rest, recharge, and enjoy new experiences. Thanks to their generosity, carers could take a relaxing break from their caring responsibilities. Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/scjP50ZCnxx
#MakeACarersDay #Respitality
#MakeACarersDay #Respitality
August 21, 2026 at 6:01 PM
For the past year, Rosebank Distillery has been creating opportunities for carers to rest, recharge, and enjoy new experiences. Thanks to their generosity, carers could take a relaxing break from their caring responsibilities. Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/scjP50ZCnxx
#MakeACarersDay #Respitality
#MakeACarersDay #Respitality
Would you like to feel more confident in your caring role?
Join our Care with Confidence session, tailored to support unpaid carers. 👉 Click here for the September programme: https://centralcarers.org/care-with-confidence-prog-sep/
Join our Care with Confidence session, tailored to support unpaid carers. 👉 Click here for the September programme: https://centralcarers.org/care-with-confidence-prog-sep/
August 21, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Would you like to feel more confident in your caring role?
Join our Care with Confidence session, tailored to support unpaid carers. 👉 Click here for the September programme: https://centralcarers.org/care-with-confidence-prog-sep/
Join our Care with Confidence session, tailored to support unpaid carers. 👉 Click here for the September programme: https://centralcarers.org/care-with-confidence-prog-sep/
📣 Help with Transitions Drop-in Café - Thursday 6 August
Transitions Co-ordinator from the Falkirk HSCP continues to host monthly Drop-in Cafés in the Carers Centre for parents and carers of young people aged 14-25 with ASN. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/x5I550ZBTIv
Transitions Co-ordinator from the Falkirk HSCP continues to host monthly Drop-in Cafés in the Carers Centre for parents and carers of young people aged 14-25 with ASN. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/x5I550ZBTIv
August 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM
📣 Help with Transitions Drop-in Café - Thursday 6 August
Transitions Co-ordinator from the Falkirk HSCP continues to host monthly Drop-in Cafés in the Carers Centre for parents and carers of young people aged 14-25 with ASN. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/x5I550ZBTIv
Transitions Co-ordinator from the Falkirk HSCP continues to host monthly Drop-in Cafés in the Carers Centre for parents and carers of young people aged 14-25 with ASN. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/x5I550ZBTIv
If you are unpaid carer in the Falkirk district, you are welcome to join us to find out more about the person-centred Dollar Park Dementia Service and how they can support you and the person you care for. Email [email protected] to register.
August 17, 2026 at 12:01 PM
If you are unpaid carer in the Falkirk district, you are welcome to join us to find out more about the person-centred Dollar Park Dementia Service and how they can support you and the person you care for. Email [email protected] to register.
Thanks to Sustainable Thinking Scotland for the amazing family sessions during the summer: growing & planting, learning bushcraft skills, arts & crafts to name a few. Everyone had a ball. Thanks to all the parents and children for joining us. For more info email [email protected]
August 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Thanks to Sustainable Thinking Scotland for the amazing family sessions during the summer: growing & planting, learning bushcraft skills, arts & crafts to name a few. Everyone had a ball. Thanks to all the parents and children for joining us. For more info email [email protected]