The Northamptonshire Carers Podcast
By Northamptonshire Carers
Who provide countywide support to anyone, including children and adults, who look after a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of their illness, frailty, disability, mental health, or an addiction and cannot cope without their support.
The care they give is “unpaid" (NHS definition)Our podcast offers a tailored listening experience, incorporating information, exploration of topics relevant to being an unpaid carer and some more general, light-hearted items.
The Northamptonshire Carers PodcastMar 08, 2024
Northamptonshire Carers Podcast - 8 March 2024
In an extra podcast episode for March, Farjana Miah, Social Prescribing Link Worker at Northamptonshire Carers, talks about Ramadan.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 14 - Ageing well, well-being and mental health
Ageing well, well-being and mental health' - a conversation with Dr Jitka Vseteckova from the Open University.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 13 - Race Equality Week 'A Change Is Gonna Come'
This mini episode recognises Race Equality Week which runs from 5-11 February. Adam Wilson and Catherine James-Oliver talk about the theme for the week, the work Northamptonshire Carers are doing around sickle cell and improving provision for sickle cell warriors and their families, community asset groups and some inspirational quotes that are relevant.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 12 - January 2024: A conversation with Dr Emma Copsey about living well with a heart condition
In the first episode of 2024, Dr Emma Copsey, Consultant Community Cardiologist talks about how to have better heart health through the winter months. She additionally speaks about the impact diet can have in improving your health.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 11 - The December Show
Christmas is just around the corner, and whether you love the festive season, are undecided and want to ask the audience or find it a difficult time hopefully there's something for you. You can expect seasonal music, poems and tips for wellbeing and looking after yourself.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 10 - Age Well, Breathing Space and More!
In this episode Adam has a conversation with Jackie Lloyd-Jones about dementia groups that are offered as part of Age Well. Then a chat with Keri Platt talking about Breathing Space, long covid support and ending with a guided meditation from Keri
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 9 - Carers Awards Plus More
In this months episode, Carers Awards 2023 and the some words from the hero's who won!, Items around Black History Month 2023 and World Mental Health Day
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 8 - Introducing "introducing"
this month we are joined by Dr David Smart and also introducing a new feature we are calling introducing where we can meet and find out about members of staff and their journey into joining Northamptonshire Carers
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 7 - Bernie Keith Conversation
We are joined by Bernie Keith ( BBC Northampton ) to have a conversation about life and all things entertainment
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 6 - 6-Month Celebration
This month we look back over the last 6 months of the podcast with the podcast team, Catherine James-Oliver and Paul Fallows, but also Catherine and Gail Corbett talking about ICAN and Happy Cafes
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 5 - Dementia
This month's episode comprises an interesting and wide-ranging conversation with Pete Middleton talking about living well with dementia.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 4 - Carers & Volunteers Week
May podcast talking about Carers week and Volunteers week, with a carers conversation.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 3 - Spring is in the air
In this episode we have a Tribute to Norma Watson, a conversation with Dr David Smart. have a listen, enjoy and feel free to contact us on podcast@northamptonshire-carers.org
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 2 - A New Chapter
in this episode we will be talking to Catherine James-Oliver and Lisa Judge about ICAN Service, Emma Begley will be talking about the Community Companions, and finally Lynne Jones talks to us about the Spring Service. Plus Much More!.
Northamptonshire Carers - Episode 1 - In The Beginning
Welcome to our new venture into podcasts as we celebrate 30 years serving the Northamptonshire Community.
In this podcast you will meet Mark Major CEO of Northamptonshire Carers talking about the growth and success over the last 30 years and our guest Norma Watson, Community Champion talking about the release of her book 'Life Through Poetry' in which she takes the reader through an emotive journey from Windrush to present day - take a listen.
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