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Celebrating Halimo: Shortlisted for National Carers UK Award

Congratulations to Halimo!

Our Walk & Talk volunteer has been shortlisted for a Carers UK Community Volunteer Award, recognising the warmth and support she brings to local carers.

8th September 2025

New Carers Breaks Directory Launched

Caring for someone? You deserve a break — and now there’s help to find one.

The new Carers Breaks Directory makes it easier to discover local, flexible options for rest and recharge. Built with carers, it’s designed to fit your life and your needs.

4th September 2025

Support That Understands: Our Service for Parent Carers  

Caring for a child with additional needs can be overwhelming — but you’re not alone. Our Parent Carer Support service offers practical help, emotional support, and someone who truly understands.

1st September 2025

A Year of Connection: Carers Support Celebrates Impact with St Monica’s Trust 

From emotional wellbeing to practical support, discover how a year of partnership with St Monica Trust helped Carers Support strengthen connections and transform lives across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

11th August 2025

Important:  South Gloucestershire Carers Emergency Card phone number update

Important Update for Carers in South Gloucestershire

The emergency contact number on the Carers Emergency Card has changed. If you carry a card, or support someone who does, please check the update to ensure you have the correct details.

4th August 2025

How One Trip for Carers Shows What’s Possible with Business Support – and How Carers Can Still Get On Board 

A Day Out That’s Making a Big Impact

Our Walk and Talk trip for carers is fully booked—but the story behind it shows just how powerful business support can be. Find out how this partnership is opening doors for more carers to take a break—and how you can get involved.

30th July 2025

Carer Representatives Share Their Hopes — and Join the Call for a Legal Right to a Break

Carer representatives have voiced their hopes for a break — and now they’re backing a national campaign for carers to have a legal right to one. Their messages were streamed outside Parliament as part of Carers Trust’s powerful campaign, which has gained support from MPs and the media. A petition is now live — find out how to sign and share.

23rd July 2025

Carers Support Publishes Co-produced In-House Research on Carers’ Breaks

We've just published our first in-house, co-produced research report exploring carers’ need for breaks. Led by Dr Susy Giullari and shaped by 70 carers and community partners, the study highlights the urgent need for flexible, inclusive support—and is already influencing local strategy and services. 

16th July 2025

Glenfrome Primary School Honoured for Outstanding Young Carer Support

Glenfrome Primary in Eastville is making a big difference for young carers. The school has just been recognised with a Young Carers in Schools Award for its outstanding support.

7th July 2025

Have Your Say: Emergency Support for Carers – South Gloucestershire Council Survey

What would happen if you suddenly couldn’t care? Help shape better emergency support for carers—share your views today.

30th June 2025