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New Walk and Talk Groups for Carers – With and Without the Person You Care For
Two new walking groups offer carers a chance to connect—one just for carers, and one for carers with loved ones living with dementia.
18th June 2025
New Carers Community Café Opens
A new Carers Community Café in Fishponds offers a warm welcome, a cuppa, and connection for those who care.
18th June 2025
New Report: Conversations About End-of-Life Care in South Gloucestershire
Healthwatch South Gloucestershire's latest report highlights key challenges in end-of-life care, calling for better communication, greater carer support, and more personalised planning to ensure dignity and respect.
10th June 2025
New Campaign Launched to Help Young Adult Carers Access the Support They Deserve
We’re proud to be part of the “Who’s looking after you?” campaign, launched during Carers Week to highlight the experiences of young adult carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire—many of whom care for loved ones without support or recognition. This campaign is about changing that, helping young adult carers feel seen, supported, and connected.
9th June 2025
Carers Week 2025: Recognising Unpaid Carers and Calling for Equality
This Carers Week, we're highlighting the theme Caring About Equality - and sharing the powerful stories of carers from across our community. From Louise Ndibwirende’s BBC Radio Bristol interview to our Caring Matters event, read how we’re marking the week and why real change is needed.
9th June 2025
Caring with Pride: Elsie’s Story
To mark Pride Month, we're sharing Elsie’s inspiring story—a young LGBTQ+ carer balancing university, identity, and caring for her disabled partner. A powerful look at love, resilience, and queer caregiving.
29th May 2025
The People Behind the Support
During Carers Week (1–6 June), we want to take a moment to say thank you to the amazing volunteers who help us support you.
28th May 2025
Loneliness Awareness Week: You're Not Alone
Loneliness Awareness Week (17–23 June 2025) is a UK-wide campaign that shines a light on something many carers experience but often don’t talk about: feeling lonely.
21st May 2025
Carers News Summer 2025 edition now available
We’re pleased to share the latest edition of Carers News – our Summer 2025 issue, packed with updates, support opportunities, and real stories from our community of unpaid carers across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
19th May 2025
Shirehampton Primary School Honoured for Outstanding Young Carer Support
Shirehampton Primary School has been awarded the Young Carers in Schools Award for its dedication to ensuring young carers receive the support they need to thrive in education.
13th May 2025
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