(This section was updated 02/09/25)
Each month on this page, we will provide details of forthcoming events from groups around Aberdeenshire...
COACH TRIP TO MONTROSE
Wednesday 17th of September
Pick-up point 1, Kingswells Park & Ride 9:30am,
Pick-up point 2 Newtonhill Park & Ride, time tbc
There will be some free time to explore the area, get a coffee/tea etc, plus there will be a mini afternoon tea at approx. 2:00pm (venue to be confirmed) before heading back to drop off points at approximately 4:15pm.
To secure your place and for more detailed information, on pick up/drop off times please contact your Carer Advisor or contact Pam McCready - pamela.mccready@vsa.org.uk with your name and dietary requirements and those of your Cared for or Companion and they will be happy to help or telephone Aberdeenshire Carers Service 01224 727670.
ALZHEIMER SCOTLAND SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Full details HERE
ALZHEIMER SCOTLAND CARER SUPPORT GROUP
First Wednesday of the Month, at St Modran's Care Home, full details HERE)
ADULT MALE CARERS GROUP: UPCOMING EVENTS
21st of August 2pm-3.30pm - Vinery in Banff- in potting shed/ gardening also two guest speakers regarding Mindful Photography, Creative Writing and Online, Book Group, Local History Talk on History of a House
16th of September 10.30am- 12.30pm – Library in Stonehaven Not confirmed but probably– Guest speakers regarding Mindful Photography
SFAD ABERDEENSHIRE ONLINE FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP
Starting Thursday June 19th and fortnightly thereafter.
SFAD's Online Family Support Group is held via Zoom every fortnight from 7.30pm to 8.30pm and is for anyone 16 and over in Aberdeenshire who is affected by someone else's substance use. The group is a safe space to talk about issues you may be facing with peers in a facilitator-led environment. If you would like to find out more, please email us at aberdeenshirefamilies@sfad.org.uk
FRASERBURGH SUPPORTING FAMILIES GROUP
Fraserburgh Library every fortnight from 10.00am to 12.00noon
A fortnightly support group for anyone aged 16+ in Aberdeenshire who is affected by someone else's substance use. The group offers a chance to connect with other family members in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Follow the link to find out more about SFAD's Aberdeenshire service: https://www.sfad.org.uk/.../aberdeenshire-family-support
CARERS CAFE NORTH
First Wednesday of the Month, at The Ban Car Hotel, Lomnay (10:30am - 11:30am)
CARERS CONNECT
Last Monday of each month, The Vinery Café, Duff House Gardens, Low Street, Banff (3:00pm - 4:00pm, no appointment required, full details HERE)
SENSATIONAL BONNY SENSORY BUS
SensationALL are now running free sessions on the Binky Sensory Bus (Autism & Neurodiversity-North Scotland) on Wednesdays at Peterhead Fire Station and Thursdays at Fraserburgh Leisure Centre.During term time: 10.30 am, 12 noon, 2pm.
For kids aged 0-12yrs, with additional support needs, siblings, parent and carers, free of charge.
To book, simply visit info@sensationall.org.uk
CARERS PARLIAMENT 2025
Join us on Thursday 30th October for the Carers Parliament 2025, at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Edinburgh.
This annual event gives unpaid carers in Scotland the opportunity to address their concerns and questions on caring directly to national and local Government decision-makers.
Register your place here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYHXCRV