Let’s Talk is a collection of interview/information videos that aim to provide carers, young carers, their families, and the workforce with different types of support available throughout Dundee. In the past, we have featured a number of different organisations and services, plus local authorities and national agencies, and even Joe Wicks the Bodycoach!
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Episode 1 – At Home Library Service
Episode 2 – Admiral Nurse from Dementia UK – Dementia Clinics with Nationwide UK
Episode 3 – Social Security Scotland – Carer Benefits
Episode 4 – Young Carers Package – Young Scot
Episode 5 – Reminiscence Group with Dundee Libraries
Episode 7 – Barnardos Volunteering
The At Home Library service is designed for people living in Dundee in their own home, sheltered housing or care home.
If you or someone you care for is convalescing, has difficulty getting out independently, or would simply benefit from getting library resources delivered to your door.
Dementia UK is working in partnership with Nationwide to offer free confidential clinic appts within local Nationwide branches. Join our interview to find out more about the clinics, upcoming dates and how you can book an appointment.
Did you know that, according to Scottish Government figures, thousands of unpaid carers in Scotland are not claiming benefits that they are entitled to?
Don’t miss our exclusive chat with Social Security Scotland who provides an overview of the types of benefits that carers might be eligible such as:
During the countdown to Young Carers Action Day 2025 we took the opportunity to catch up with YoungScot, who provides information on the Young Carers Package and benefits that can be accessed.
The YoungScot website provides more information on the Young Carers Package
Claire is joined by Adele and Neil from Dundee Libraries, who chat about the Reminiscence Group, which is an informal group that meets in a social and relaxed environment and shares memories about “the good old days”. We hope that you enjoyed our interview today – if you would like to find out more please follow Dundee Libraries’ Facebook page by clicking here.
If you would like to contact Dundee Libraries about the group please call 01382 431537 or e-mail [email protected] (for general reminiscence enquiries)
Claire is joined by Yolanda and Tommy from Shaper/Caper, who tell us more about what Shaper/Caper is and what productions and opportunities they have available. They also tell us about the Dundee Parkinson Dance Classes they run at the Olympia weekly.
To find out more about what Shaper/Caper is and how you could get involved in the Parkinson’s Dance Classes, here are the details: https://www.shapercaper.com/ tel: 01382 413007
Claire chats to Louise, Volunteer Coordinator, who tells us about why volunteers are so important to the organisation and what volunteer opportunities are currently available. (In Dundee, the minimum age to volunteer is 14, while in Perth and Kinross, it is 18.)