There are 17 workshops at this years conference either specifically focused on Shared Lives carers or that we think Shared Lives carers would find particularly interesting.
One of these workshops is a carer networking session, and there are also carer networking sessions each morning of the conference for you to join, and catch-up with other Shared Lives carers.
Conference booking is now closed
Hosted by – Craig Hosking and Christine Howard from Towergate insurance brokers (with Lynne Harrison)
Craig and Christine will provide an outline of what Public Liability insurance is, who uses it in general and why Shared Lives carers need it, they will also talk about the differences between Public Liability insurance and household insurance.
Christine will outline the new landlord insurance offer and there will be an opportunity for those booked onto the workshop to put forward specific questions to be answered during the session.
Hosted by – Becky Viney-Wood
This workshop is designed for Shared Lives schemes and Shared Lives carers to think about how they can best support people living in Shared Lives arrangements to access health resources, and to make lifestyle choices that promote wellbeing. In the workshop we will be discussing:
Hosted by – Cathy McSweeney and Michael Kazich
This workshop is about managing money and support people in Shared Lives with their benefits and finances.
This workshop is fully booked
Hosted by – Stephanie Cryer and Ben Hall
An interactive workshop focusing on a holistic approach to health & wellbeing exploring:
Part 1 Understanding wellbeing
We will open our wellbeing workshop by talking about understanding wellbeing and everyday barriers to having a good sense of wellbeing, we will look at how looking after our mind and body can improve quality of life.
Part 2 Let Your Breath Flow – Breathing Exercises that improve health and wellbeing
In the section, we will take some time to notice our breath and we will explore gentle breathing techniques that can help with anxiety and stress and improve our health and wellbeing.
Part 3 Gentle Seated Yoga Class – Seated yoga poses that improve
Yoga has been showed to improve overall health when practiced regularly. In this section we will explore Chair Yoga which is a gentle form of yoga that can be done while sitting, You can do chair yoga nearly anywhere you can find a place to sit. Chair yoga can improve your flexibility, concentration and strength whilst boosting your mood, and reducing stress.
Hosted by – Eilidh Turnbull
During this workshop, the British Institute of Human Rights will share knowledge of how human rights apply every day here in the UK.
The workshop will support Shared Lives carers and scheme workers with information about your rights and the rights of people you care about when accessing or working with public services. The workshop will use real life stories and examples. It will be interactive and once delegates have booked on there will be a chance to put forward your questions for discussion on the day.
Hosted by – Ewan King
An opportunity to come along and meet our new Chief Executive Officer, Ewan King. An informal session where Ewan will share with you his vision for Shared Lives. The session will also feature a discussion about your views of Shared Lives Plus, what our priorities should be and how we can most effectively support and represent the interests of our members.
Hosted by – Carly Attridge, Wendy Byrom, and Kate Cooper
An exploration of the impact of loss on family life through family stories, and how strengths based approaches can harness hope instead.
Hosted by – Caroline Cooke
The Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It is a social action movement aiming to create dementia-friendly communities by improving people’s understanding of dementia and inspiring people to take action.
Alzheimer’s Society wants everyone living with dementia to feel confident and empowered to do things that they have always been able to do, such as buy their groceries or get on the bus. The workshop will explain more about what dementia is and what living with the condition is like and about small ways we can all help make the world a better place for people with dementia.
Hosted by – Ali Miller and Helen Handley
Learn about how and why parents with learning disabilities are supported in Shared Lives.
We will explore the differences between substituted parenting and supported parenting, and look at available resources to support parents and schemes and Shared Lives carers.
Hosted by – Sean Reck and Maria Yousif from CQC (with Kathryn Morgan)
This session will be a presentation covering:
There will be an opportunity for Q and A
This workshop is fully booked
Hosted by – Lynne Harrison, Rebecca Day, Steve Collis, and Helen Piscioneri
This is a chance to meet the Shared Lives carer champions and other carers from across the UK. Why not join us from the comfort of your own home and meet our friendly team and chat with other Shared Lives carers.
Everybody is welcome and we hope this session will be full of friendly faces with the chance to discuss current issues and get support and advice.
Hosted by – Pat Lewis and Jane Barratt from Intellect Tax (with Lynne Harrison)
The areas this workshop will be discussing are:
Hosted by – Rebecca Day, Helen Piscieroni, and Steve Collis
Independent Shared Lives carer support groups in each scheme can be invaluable in resolving issues and improving services. Support groups enable people to work together to solve problems.
In this workshop we will talk about how being part of a support group has helped carers speak collectively through elected representatives or spokespeople. In this way individuals can draw attention to particular issues without feeling vulnerable or exposed. We will put you in touch with your local independent carer group or give you the tools to start your own.
We will show you how being part of a support group can help Shared Lives carers feel less alone and more understood. Support can come in the form of conversation and sharing experiences and resources or by simply listening to others.
Hosted by – Ali Miller and Ben Hall
Trauma disproportionately impacts people who have health and social care needs. It is important for someone who has experienced trauma to get appropriate support to help them move on and feel safe.
We will explore how Shared Lives schemes and carers can support people by using the five principles of trauma informed care.
Hosted by – Asapcomply Limited and Becky Viney-Wood
A Fire Safety in the Home Workshop specifically aimed at carers.
Hosted by – Nick Gordon, Sophie Hargreaves, and Ambassadors
Raising the voice of people with experience of Shared Lives, Homeshare and Family by Family is central to our approach to raise awareness and create systems which prioritising people drawing on support.
This is the first time we’re offering a workshop to share experience of involving people with experience of Shared Lives and Homeshare and Family by Family in every aspect of work. The workshop will cover:
Hosted by – Dr Claire Bates from Choice Support (with Kathryn Morgan).
During this workshop, Dr Claire Bates will lead us through this very important subject, and we will learn about
There will also be brief discussion about what the law says (and doesn’t say) on the topic.
