Me Time online support sessions for carers living in Wales
Our online support sessions in Wales are a series of online activities to support your wellbeing. Activities range from practical advice on carers' rights and caring to emotional and physical wellbeing sessions like mindfulness and dance, to creative opportunities like crafting and cooking.
Below you will find details of the sessions available in March. To sign up, click the link and fill out a short Zoom registration form. We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly and supportive sessions!
Thursday 2 March: 10.30-11.30am: Dru Yoga
Join Cat Stujit for a relaxing session of Dru Yoga. Dru Yoga is a graceful and potent form of Yoga, based on flowing movements, directed breathing and visualisation. With its foundations set firmly in ancient yogic tradition, Dru works on body, mind and spirit—improving strength and flexibility, creating core stability, building a heightened feeling of positivity, and deeply relaxing and rejuvenating your whole being.
Monday 6 March: 12.30-1.30pm: Troubleshooting sleep issues
We all know how important sleep is for Carers to feel refreshed and recharged so if you have trouble sleeping, join Counsellor Nicola Pruce to look at practical ways to troubleshoot your sleep issues.
We will cover:
The science of sleep and why we need it
The impact of sleep on the brain
Common sleep issues
Effects of the seasons on sleep
Top tips for a good night’s sleep
Wednesday 8 March - 5:00-6:00Pm - Positive Mindset Toolkit
Join Natasha Mann, an Educator, Coach and Trauma Informed Consultant who will run a session on positive thinking.
This interactive workshop shares a range of tips to help you feel energised, uplifted and ready to experience the joys of daily life. You'll learn scientifically proven techniques to shift your mood and train your brain to notice the positives. Whether you want ideas for yourself or family members, you’ll leave the session with simple tools and resources that boost your wellbeing and leave you sparkling from the inside out.
Wednesday 15 March: 11am - 12pm: Mindfulness
Lose yourself for an hour of mindfulness meditation with 'Mindfulness' Mike.
It's easy to get caught up in a pattern of swirling thoughts—thinking about a laundry list of things that need to be done, ruminating on past events, or could-be situations of the future—and learning mindfulness can help. But what exactly is mindfulness?
It can be defined as a mental state that involves being fully focused on "the now" so you can acknowledge and accept your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. Mindfulness meditation is a mental training practice that teaches you to slow down racing thoughts, let go of negativity, and calm both your mind and body.
Monday 20 March: 2.00-3.00pm: Caring for someone with a brain injury
In this session, we'll be joined by Headway - a UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury by providing vital support and information services. If you're caring for someone with a brain injury then come along to this session and meet other carers and get your questions answered.
Tuesday 28 March: 2.30-3.30pm: Carer to Carer tips
Getting support from your peers can be a lifeline for you when caring. Join us for a cuppa and chat with other carers where you can share tips and experiences in caring. The session will be facilitated by an experienced volunteer with caring experience.
Thursday 30 March: 2.30 - 3.30pm - Spotlight On: Jointly for Carers
Are you looking after someone? Come and join us to find out more about the brilliant Jointly app. Jointly combines group messaging and to-do lists with other useful features, including medication lists, calendar and more to help you keep on top of things.