Edinburgh Peer Support Group
Join us for our Edinburgh peer support group focused on Self-directed Support!
Date and time
Location
Norton Park Business and Conference Centre
57 Albion Road Edinburgh EH7 5QY United KingdomAbout this event
- Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
About this event
Edinburgh Peer Support Group
Event details:
The event is on Wednesday 18th of June and will run from 11am-1:30pm. We welcome you to join from 10:45am, so the session can start at 11am.
This group will take place in the Norton Park Business and Conference Centre, 57 Albion Rd, Edinburgh EH7 5QY.
From 12:30pm, a buffet with a selection of sweet and savoury items are provided for lunch.
Find more information about accessibility at our peer support groups here
About this event
Our peer support groups provide a space to share experiences and knowledge around Self-Directed Support (SDS). Through meaningful connections with others who understand your experiences, you will find a space to share, learn, and feel listened to.
The sessions are welcoming, relaxed and informal. Bringing people together to discuss the aspects of SDS that matter to them. We encourage mutual understanding and acceptance through the sharing of lived experiences.
We aim to increase understanding around Self-Directed Support, enabling you to make informed decisions about social care.
What is peer support?
Focussed on collective knowledge and collaboration, peer support groups provide a space for people to share their experiences, feelings, and knowledge with others who can understand.
Peers are those with similar lived experiences who can understand and offer support.
Peer support groups create an environment that uses collective knowledge, lived experience, and a mutual approach to build awareness and knowledge. The relationships and community built through peer support groups can also offer emotional and practical support.
Frequently asked questions
This event is for Edinburgh residents. The groups are for Disabled People, those with long-term conditions and older people interested in learning about or accessing Self-Directed Support. We also welcome those currently accessing SDS to share their experiences and learn more.
Meet other people who want to discuss and share knowledge around accessing Self-Directed Support . Find a community of people with similar lived experiences and practical information and resources about SDS and improve your understanding and confidence in managing all aspects of SDS.
Access to the room, building, and disabled toilets is all step free. To find out more about accessibility at our peer support groups, click here. If you need assistance with personal care (including feeding), you will have to bring a PA or carer with you as our team are unable to assist with this.
From 12:30pm a selection of sweet and savoury buffet items will be available. If you have any dietary requirements, please tell us about them when you get a ticket for the event.