We have 2 specialist workers who support carers of adults with learning disabilities (LD) across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. In the past this work was funded by statutory services, however since April 2018 we have had to find this funding ourselves from alternative sources. This costs us £45,000 per year; and we are extremely grateful to the charitable trusts who have supported us so far. In the last year, funds from John James Bristol Foundation and James Tudor Foundation have helped us towards the costs of delivering this vital specialist support. We will continue trying to raise funds to keep this valuable service going.
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News for carers and health & social care professionals in Bristol & South Gloucestershire
Dragon Boat Race 2019
Sponsor our intrepid team of rowers at this year’s Dragon Boat Race!
Summer Carers News Out Now
Carers News Issue #80 is now available for download.
Carers Week Open Meeting – June 13
Bookings for Carers Week 2019 are now live!
New Fishponds Carers Café
We have launched a new carers group meeting at Kingfisher Cafe in Fishponds on the third Wednesday of each month from 2–3.30pm. The carers café is aimed at carers over 50, but all carers are welcome.
Cream Tea and Summer Raffle
The Friends of Carers Support Centre warmly invite you to come and treat yourself, and those you care for, to a cream tea and sandwiches on Tuesday 25th June at the Vassall Centre. Tickets cost £6 per person and must be bought in advance. These can be obtained by contacting Margaret Nash at Friends@carerssupportcentre.org.uk or calling 07712 345 732.
Improving the Lives of Carers
In April more than 70 carers attended an event organised by the Health Integration Teams (HITs) of Bristol Health Partners.
New Exhibition: The ‘Art’ of Caring
A group of local carers have put together an innovative exhibition called The ‘Art’ of Caring to highlight the fact that almost three quarters of carers in the UK suffer mental health issues.
Free dementia carer support course
Dementia Carers Count are currently offering free spaces on their Dementia Carer Support Course. This is a three day residential course which takes place in Swindon on 25th – 27th June 2019.
Free Understanding Prostate Cancer event
On Saturday 8th June 2019 the charity, Friends Of Caswell Thompson, will be hosting a free event, Understanding Prostate Cancer.
New community base for S Glos parents and carers
As of 25th April 2019, the new SGPC Community Base will be open every Thursday from 10am – 2pm during term time at the Kingswood Community Centre.
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Mindfulness day retreat for carers
On Saturday, 22nd June 2019, The Mindful Life charity is offering a day retreat at The Penny Brohn Centre in Bristol.
Free home fire safety visit
Did you know Avon Fire and Rescue Services offer a free safety check on your home and give you advice on how to lower the risk of you and your family experiencing a fire?
Take part in State of Caring Survey 2019
Don’t miss out on your chance to contribute to the most comprehensive research into the lives and experiences of carers here in the UK.
Free mindfulness for cancer carers
Do you care for someone with a cancer diagnosis or have one yourself? You can now access a free mindfulness course in Pill or Bristol through the The National Centre for Integrated Medicine (NCIM).
Dementia and You: Have Your Say
What do families, friends and carers find good or bad about living in South Gloucestershire?
Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month
As part of Huntington’s Disease awareness month this May the Huntington’s Disease Association is shining a light on family carers – and wants to hear your story.
The NHS is changing – What Would You Do?
Healthwatch Bristol and Healthwatch South Gloucestershire would like to speak to people about their personal experiences of using local health care services, or those of someone they know or care for.
Consultation on Bristol City Council Public Health Services
It’s important for carers to have a say about this consultation which closes on 2nd May.
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Healthwatch Survey on how the NHS Spends Money
Growing pressure on the NHS mean changes are needed to make sure everybody gets the support they need.
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