Carers of East Lothian (0131 6650135)
Do you look after a relative or friend? Carers of East Lothian are here to help. Support and information is provided to people who are caring for a relative or friend. Areas such as benefits, breaks from caring or exploring what support is available in your local community are all covered.
Please make contact with Emma, the Carer Support worker on the telephone number above or email address below. Emma will then invite you along to the peer support drop in sessions to meet other carers for a monthly carer support group. This is held on the second Tuesday of every month in the Nether Abbey Hotel, 10:30am to 12:00pm.
For carers who are unable to avail of above, a Carer Support Worker can be organised to visit you in your home.
For further information please contact Carers of East Lothian on the number above or visit www.coel.org.uk or email centre@coel.org.uk
Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland (0845 600 2227)
CBCS exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people in Scotland. They seek to help anyone experiencing bereavement to understand their grief and cope with their loss. They work primarily through volunteers, providing free care to bereaved people. No one need struggle alone with the death of a loved one, CBCS is here and ready to help.
Helpline: 0845 600 2227
Email: support@crusescotland.org.uk
Website: www.crusescotland.org.uk
Podiatry (0131 536 1627)
NHS podiatry is available by appointment. GP referral is not essential but may be advisable if you have a medical problem affecting your feet.
Community Psychiatric Nurse (0131 536 8300)
The CPN performs regular counselling at the health centre. All referrals are through the doctors.
Counselling Clinic (01620 893263)
Referrals can be made through the doctor or any health care professional within the practice.