Managing Sadness, Pain or Grief when Caring with Promas | Three-day course | 26th March - 23rd April | One hour per fortnight | 10:00am – 2:00pm

Grief doesn't only come with losing someone. As a carer, you might be grieving the person your loved one used to be, the life you had before, or the future you'd imagined. That kind of grief is real, and it deserves to be acknowledged.

This gentle three-session course gives you a safe, supported space to process what you're feeling and find a way through it. There's no pressure and no expectations, just an honest, compassionate environment where you can take things at your own pace.

Over the three sessions, we'll gently work through three things together:

• Accepting the reality of what has happened or is happening, whether that's a diagnosis, a change in your loved one, or a loss

• Experiencing and processing the grief and pain, rather than pushing it aside

• Adjusting to life as it is now and finding a way to move forward

You don't have to be coping brilliantly to come along. In fact, if you're struggling, this course is exactly the right place to be.

This course is completely FREE, our partner Promas covers all materials and travel expenses.

Before booking, take a look at our course FAQs at the bottom of this page, which answer the most common questions. If you still need help, please get in touch, and we'll be happy to chat.

We do ask that you take your place seriously. We know life as a carer can be unpredictable, and we completely understand that things come up. But last-minute cancellations can sometimes mean the course can't go ahead for others, and there's a real financial impact for us too. So if you do need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible.

Where is this Activity Located?

All 3 sessions will take place at the Lanivet Parish Community Centre in Bodmin.

The days of this course are: Thursday 26th March, 9th and 23rd April.

 

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FAQ’s

1. How will the course help me? It's designed around you and your caring role. You'll pick up practical coping strategies, learn how to manage stress, and get a clearer picture of the support available in your local area. Just as importantly, you'll have space to think about your own wellbeing, because looking after yourself matters too.

2. How do I apply? You can apply directly via this link. If you'd prefer applying via paper form, download this form and attach it to your email to info@promas.co.uk. If you require help filling the form please give Proma a call on 07775 756454 or 01736 339226.

3. How much does this course cost? Nothing at all. All three sessions are completely free and include lunch, all materials, and travel expenses. Promas also offers mileage payments to help cover the cost of getting there.

4. Who can attend this course? All Promas courses are open to anyone aged 18 or over who is caring for a family member or friend on an unpaid basis, including those receiving Carer's Allowance or related benefits.

5. Do I need to come to every session? Promas do ask that you attend all sessions where possible, but they're really flexible and happy to work around you. If you're unsure or have something coming up, get in touch to discuss a solution.

6. What are the course times? This course runs from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (running for 3 sessions over the course of six weeks).

7. Will I be in a big group? Not at all, groups are kept small with a maximum of 8 or 9 participants, so it feels relaxed and personal.

8. Who runs the sessions? You can find out more about the team behind the course on Promas’ Meet the Team page.

9. What if I have a learning or physical need? Please let Promas know on your application form, and they will do everything they can to make sure the course works for you.

10. Is there much writing involved? Not if you don't want there to be. The sessions are built around conversation, group activities, and worksheets, but how much you write is entirely up to you.