Falkirk Carers Centre is set to host an information session for professionals on spotting the signs of an unpaid carer.

The Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre on Bank Street is inviting professionals across the Falkirk area to an information session aimed at helping recognise and provide support for unpaid carers in the workplace.

The Supporting Unpaid Carers event takes place on Thursday, September 24, from 10.30am to 12.30pm, and attendees can join in person or via Zoom.

Designed for anyone in the area who might come into contact with unpaid carers through their work. The session is encouraging NHS staff, teachers, social workers, support workers, housing staff and other professionals who work with the public to attend the event.

One of the focuses of the session will be to raise awareness of people who might not identify as an unpaid carer despite providing significant support to a family member, friend or neighbour, and as a result may be missing out on financial assistance they're entitled to.

During the session, attendees will hear from the Carers Centre's teams about who unpaid carers are, how the centre supports them and how to refer someone for help. There will also be a chance to meet staff from across the organisation and connect with other professionals in similar roles.

The session will also cover the legal and practical side of caring, including the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016, Adult Carer Support Plans and Young Carer Statements, as well as hospital protocol.

Attendees should leave the information session feeling informed and better equipped to support unpaid carers they encounter within their roles.

To register for tickets visit the Eventbright site here.