A four-hour course to prepare and demonstrate how Carers can protect their backs within their caring role.  

• What is moving and positioning / What are the benefits? 
• Practical techniques 
• Basic (visual) risk assessment 
• Posture, anatomy & common Injuries 

• The benefits of (appropriate) exercise 
• Principles of safer handling and practical scenarios (suggested by carers themselves on the day) 

To show Carers the benefits of lifting correctly. To enable viewing and trying a range of small handling equipment. 

Moving & Assisting course Willowburn Hospice, Lanchester 15th June 2022 9.30 to 1.30pm 

Moving & Assisting course Seaham Town Hall 8th August 2022 9.30 to 1.30 pm 

Moving & Assisting course The Four Clocks Bishop Auckland 6th September 2022 9.30 to 1.30 pm 

To Book: please call Jan Burden on 0191 500 6034 or email jan.burden@dccarers.org