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The Big Conversation & Carer Awareness Training events

The Big Conversation

2pm to 6pm Friday 25th September – St Peters Hub, Normanton Lane

Littleover & Blagraves Community Partnership Network are inviting residents from Derby City to share in The Big Conversation; An opportunity to listen to talks and speak to services about ageing well and dying well. Talks will include Benefits, planning a funeral, completing a Respect form, Future Care Planning and more plus 25 local service providers. Accessible Parking at St Peters Hub, other parking at The Grange. All Welcome – Drop In, no need to book. Free hot drinks and biscuits available.

Carer Awareness Training

11am Friday 9th October – Online

FREE training delivered by Derby Carers aimed at professionals and volunteers working in Derby City and beyond. Learn about Carers Rights and Legislation, how health inequalities impact on Carers, how to identify and support carers, benefits and more. Email: derbycarersevents@derbyshirecarers.co.uk to book, enquire about future dates or bespoke training for your team.

Carer Awareness Training for Primary Care Staff 

Join our interactive Carer Awareness training session for professionals working in primary care, including both clinical and non-clinical roles. Led by experienced staff, the training will help you identify patients who are unpaid carers and understand the best ways to support them. Open to all GP and primary care colleagues, sessions are available on the following dates:

  • 14th October at 2pm
  • 11th November at 1pm

To book your place, please email derbycarersevents@derbyshirecarers.co.uk with your preferred date and time, your role, and the name of your surgery.