RESIDENTS with long-term health problems and carers who look after them are both being invited to a free series of training courses in Epping next month.

Two courses, one for carers and one for those with health problems, will run side-by-side in six weekly sessions at Epping Hall starting on Thursday February 18.

Both programmes are designed to help boost the confidence of individuals and teach new skills in how to improve quality of life.

Call free on 0800 783 8944 or email info@eppcic.co.uk for more information.

Places must be booked by Thursday February 4.

The sessions will be run by the Expert Patients Programme Community Interest Company and are funded by NHS West Essex.