Carer’s course

Mesothelioma UK’s free online Carer’s Course is starting again this month, offering a supportive space to connect with other carers, share experiences and learn more about caring for a loved one with mesothelioma.
Starting 28 October | 6 weekly sessions | Online via Zoom
Each session includes a presentation from our experienced team, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and talk through the things that matter to you.
Whether you’re newly caring for someone or have been supporting a loved one for some time, you’re very welcome to join. To find out more or book your place, email their friendly support team: support@mesothelioma.uk.com
Sessions take place weekly at 3pm, except 4 November, when the session will be at 6pm.

“Caring for a loved one with a mesothelioma diagnosis” is a course written and presented by our own Mesothelioma UK Nurses, Benefits Manager and a fully qualified counsellor

October 28th         3pm     Support from your NHS team & Mesothelioma UK

 

November 4th       6pm     Looking after your own health and wellbeing (coping with worry) –                         note different time for this session    

 

November 18th     3pm     Symptom Management ( Pain, Cough, Breathlessness, Sweating,                         Fatigue)

    

November 25th     3pm     Practical Planning – Lasting Power of Attorney, Benefits and Role of the                         Coroner

 

December 2nd       3pm     Thinking ahead – the role of Palliative Care

 

December 9th        3pm     Diet & Nutrition – followed by a General End of Course Q & A

 

All sessions are held over zoom and last around 1 hour ( dependant on number of questions asked )

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