A free half-day respite event for unpaid Carers

Are you a Carer? Do you find it difficult to say ‘no’ or put your point of view across? Do you feel no-one is listening to what you have to say?

Crossroads Care Mid & West Wales invites Carers in Powys to a free half-day event with refreshment which will include sessions on:  · Do not be Furtive, become assertive (how to say ‘no’ without feeling guilty at home caring for someone and how to be more confident when dealing with officials)

· Dementia Friends – understanding what it’s like to live with dementia and what changes people hope for by working towards Brecon becoming a Dementia Friendly Community.
· Carers Support: - Carers’ Voice – what the project is about and how we plan to  reach out to ‘hidden’ Carers to enable them to be better informed and more involved
- Powys Carers Services – supporting Carers in your area
- Alzheimer’s Society – activities and support in the area
· Taster sessions: Art therapy and arm and hand massage – your choice

10:00am – 2.30pm on Tuesday 18th November 2014 Brecon & District MIND, Ty Croeso, St David’s house, 48 Free Street, Brecon. 

Assistance with transport costs or replacement care may be provided. Places are limited so to secure yours please contact: Ingrid Bernathova – Crossroads Care Mid & West Wales: 01437 764639; 07837 188360 Ingrid.bernathova@crossroadsmww.org.uk