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Social Security Minister visits Carers Support Centre to engage with local carers
Carers Support Centre Bristol and South Gloucestershire welcomed Sir Stephen Timms, Minister of State in the Department for Works and Pensions, on Carers Rights Day, Thursday 21 November, to discuss the vital role of caregivers in our community and the ongoing support services available to them.
21st November 2024
BBC Radio Bristol’s ‘Carer Award’ winner – A heartfelt interview with Carina Andrews
Carina Andrews has been a dedicated advocate for carers for many years, devoting her time and energy to uplifting those who often go unheard. Her passion for supporting unpaid carers led to the creation of Invisible Army in 2019, a community interest company she co-founded with photographer Tina Gue. Together, they use the power of art to bring attention to the experiences and challenges faced by carers.
6th November 2024
We're proud to become a dementia aware organisation
We’re honoured to announce that Carers Support Centre has been awarded the Silver Dementia Aware Award by the Bristol Dementia Action Alliance.
8th October 2024
‘Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself’ Louise’s story as an adopted Black carer
Louise Ndibwirende (she/her) is a TEDx speaker, equality specialist, filmmaker and carer. During Carers Week this year, Louise posted a video on Instagram about her experience caring for her brother and the things that helped her cope. We were touched to hear her talk about the validation she received from talking to other carers at our support groups, and wanted to hear more. So we reached out to Louise and she responded with this beautiful article, in celebration of Black History Month.
1st October 2024
Supporting black carers: navigating cultural barriers and championing well-being
October is Black History Month and this year’s theme is “Reclaiming Narratives”.
1st October 2024
"Unpaid carers are not unsung heroes. We are forgotten, neglected and burnt out"
Carers Trust has published its latest adult carer report based on a survey of over 3,400 unpaid carers.
27th September 2024
Read our Impact Report for 2023/4
The Carers Support Centre Impact Report for 2023/4, addresses the challenges faced by unpaid carers and young carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
20th September 2024
Young Carers look ‘Under the Microscope’ through music and art
We recently sent a group of young carers to a five-day workshop, where they unleashed their creativity through music and art.
16th September 2024
The transformation of our Young Carers garden
A big thank you to Network Plus and Bristol Water for making big improvements to our young carers garden.
24th July 2024
Three more years of Walk and Talk
We're pleased to announce that our walk and talk service will be continued for three more years thanks to generous funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.
16th July 2024
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