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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

Cover of a Healthwatch South Gloucestershire report titled “Conversations about end-of-life care in South Gloucestershire: What matters most?” published in May 2025. The cover features a photograph of two people looking at a tablet together beneath t

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

A mother and daughter sit together on a sofa at home, with the daughter leaning into her mother's embrace. The image conveys the close, caring relationship between them and the support they provide each other.

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

A collage made up of five vertical portrait photographs placed side by side, each showing a different person. The image was created for Carers Week 2025 and highlights the diversity of carers and their experiences.

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

Two people wearing headphones are sitting together and looking towards the camera inside a vehicle or enclosed attraction. Each person is holding a soft toy panda, and both are wearing green lanyards around their necks.

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

A person sits beside a large window with their knees drawn up, looking out at the view outside. The image conveys a quiet moment of reflection in an indoor setting.

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

Copilot said: Front cover of Carers News highlighting expanded befriending and connection support for carers, funded by The Grateful Society and The Dolphin Society.

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

The Realities of Caring for Someone with Severe Mental Health Challenges – Kaz’s story

To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, we’ve published a powerful new story from Kaz, a local carer who supports her partner through severe mental health challenges.

12th May 2025

Councillor Lorraine Francis Visits Carers Support Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Councillor Lorraine Francis recently visited Carers Support to meet staff, talk with carers, and see firsthand how our services are making a difference locally. Her visit reinforced the importance of carers’ voices in shaping community support and recognition.

6th May 2025

Councillor Lorraine Francis sits with carers and staff during a visit to Carers Support Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

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