Islington Carers Hub is here to provide advice, information and support to all carers aged 18 or over who live or work in Islington or care for someone living in Islington.
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Dear Islington Carer,
Welcome to Islington Carers Hub July newsletter!
NEWS
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We hope that you were able to take part in some of the events that we hosted in June, together with partner organisations. There was so much on and the weather was amazing. We had Carers Week (7-13 June) and it was great to see more carers coming together in-person to take part in wellbeing events, to meet other carers and the Islington Carers Hub team.
It was also great to see so many faces new and old at Let's Get Back Together events (20-24 June), with special guest Dame Esther Rantzen and Windrush Day Celebrations mid-week. Over 250 people attended our events during the week. For some great photos of Carers Week and the benefits of coming together, please click the button below!
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'What's it like to be a carer?'
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Islington Carers Hub offers an annual session for UCL Medical Students to give them an insight into what it's like to be an unpaid carer - what it means to be an unpaid carer, the toll that it can take physically and mentally, the type of support that you provide as a carer, in what ways you represent the needs of your cared-for, e.g. in health appointments.
The sessions will be taking place at the Upper Holloway Baptist Church, N& on Thursdays and Fridays in October through to February in the morning, with lunch to follow (2 hours in total approx).
If you would like to volunteer to share your experience then please let us know! You can register to take part in as few or as many as you'd like. Call us for more information and what's involved.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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Keep active this summer!
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Discover what is happening outdoors here in Islington this summer! Local walks are a great way to get gentle, but very effective exercise, with the opportunity to meet others at the same time. Greater London Walks has funding for a series of Islington walks this summer, free to adults 50yrs+ and perfect for exploring different areas of Islington.
If walking is not for you, there are lots of other options available to get outside and take part in some gentle and not so gentle exercise. Hoping that you'll find inspiration to get outside and enjoy the summer by reading this article with details of what's on offer locally.
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Guided Tour of the latest Estorick Exhibition Mon 11 July, 2 - 3.30pm
Join Estorick Collection education staff for a guided tour of the exhibition 'Archipenko and the Italian Avant Garde'. The exhibition gives an insight into the relationship between Ukrainian-born American artist Alexander Archipenko (1887-1964) and the masters of Italian modern art. Afterwards there will be time to chat with others and explore the works and the permanent art collection.
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Art Course for Carers Thur 15 Sept to 20 Oct 10am - 12.15pm
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Islington Carers Hub and Create will be hosting a series of six art workshops for carers at the Ecology Centre, Gillespie Park, N5, this autumn. The workshops will experiment with different art and craft techniques and no experience is required! Click below to register your interest.
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OUR REGULAR GET TOGETHERS & SUPPORT GROUPS
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Carers Support Group Wednesday 27 July, 10.30am - 12noon
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Our regular Carers Support Group is a great opportunity to share information with other Islington unpaid carers and to chat about any issues that you're experiencing. One of the Islington Carers Hub team will also be on hand. Guest speaker, Brian Gordon, from Transport for London, will share information about discounts, transport options, and what else TFL do to support unpaid carers. There will also be plenty of time to ask questions and discuss any other topic you need support with. Click the button below to register and we'll email you the Zoom link to join.
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Let's Talk Peer Event Wednesday 20 July, 10.30am
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Let's Talk Peer Event provides the opportunity to talk about anything and everything that's to do with Islington - whether it's something you're having difficulties with or something you've discovered that you want to share. July's session will be taking place on Zoom only, but host Shamin will be giving a talk on Financial Support available in the community. There will be plenty of time to contribute, or just listen as you choose.
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Park Theatre Get Together & Show Thursday 7 July, 2pm
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Take some time out for you! Have you seen one of the Park Theatre performances? The matinee 'pay-what-you-can' performance on 7th July is '9 Circles'. Booking via Age UK Islington is essential and tickets will be on a "first-come-first-served basis"! Start with tea or coffee and a chat in a reserved area on the 2nd floor (Park Pizza) and then make your way to the performance.
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NETWORK EVENTS & PROJECTS
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Simple creative ideas for carers
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Art Therapy 4 All’s would like to share a booklet of simple creative ideas for carers. The booklet has been designed to give you a few, simple creative ideas to help distract a busy mind and to aid relaxation. The activities are quick and accessible. Look out for details of an online art therapy group for carers.
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Free Swimming Lessons for 60yrs+
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Irongmonger Row Baths and Highbury Leisure Centre are offering free swimming lessons for people aged 60 and over. Sessions will start the first week of July and run as a 10 week block. Lessons are run in partnership with Islington Council.
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Wellbeing Drop-ins 7 & 14 July
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Islington Council is hosting a number of exciting wellbeing drop ins over the next few weeks. These are free events where anyone can drop-in to find out more about Islington Council and partner services and what they can offer. Find out about support and activities available for people of all ages plus information, advice and guidance.
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Save money on your food bills
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Are you struggling with your food bills? You might be interested to hear about the Bags of Taste free ‘Cooking At Home Course’ for Islington residents. The aim is to try out making healthy meals for not much more than 50p a portion.
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Contacting Islington Carers Hub
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If you are need financial or practical guidance related to your wellbeing or for the person you care for, or simply need a listening ear, don't forget that you can call the Islington Carers Hub Helpline on 020 7281 6018 / 3319 (Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm) or email info@islingtoncarershub.org.uk