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New Carers Time Groups Across Bristol – Funded by and in partnership with Bristol Charities

We’re pleased to announce the launch of three new monthly “Carers Time” groups for unpaid carers across Bristol — funded by Bristol Charities and delivered in partnership with Carers Support Bristol & South Gloucestershire. These friendly, welcoming sessions offer a chance to pause from caring, meet others who understand and feel part of a caring community.

30th April 2025

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Generous funding boost for our Befriending and Connection Service

We’re delighted to share that our Befriending and Connection Service has received generous funding from The Grateful Society and The Dolphin Society. This funding will help us reach more unpaid carers — especially those aged 55+ across Bristol and South Gloucestershire — offering friendly volunteer befrienders, regular support calls and peer connections so no carer has to face their role alone.

30th April 2025

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Young Carers Action Day 2025: A creative and empowering event at The Station

On Young Carers Action Day 2024, 54 young carers from across Bristol came together at The Station for creative workshops, wellbeing sessions, and direct conversations with decision‑makers — a day built to listen, uplift, and inspire change.

20th April 2025

Illustration of three young people with words describing different parts of their identity, including student, daughter, son, apprentice, gamer and carer, highlighting that young carers have many roles and interests. Provide your feedback on BizChat

Chipping Sodbury independent Walk and Talk group: building connections and community

For Carers Active April - The Chipping Sodbury Walk & Talk group started as a six‑week led series and quickly grew into a fortnightly peer‑support meeting where carers walk, chat and visit a café together. What began as outings now offers ongoing friendship, emotional support and a sense of belonging in the midst of caring.

1st April 2025

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Carers Support recognised as best practice example in new national resource for health and social care professionals

We’re proud to be featured as a Good Practice Example in a new national resource developed by the Carers Partnership. Our work identifying and supporting unpaid carers through GP settings has helped shape better integrated care across England.

26th March 2025

New Walk and Talk groups for LGBTQ+ and Young Adult Carers – plus a special event for World Mental Health Week

We’re excited to introduce new Walk & Talk groups tailored for LGBTQ+ carers and young adult carers, and to host a special event during World Mental Health Week. It’s a gentle, supportive way to connect, move, and share — in a space where you’re seen and understood.

19th March 2025

Two people walking together along a path during a Young Adult Carers walking session in an open outdoor setting.

Shine a Light on Care – Join the Lamplight Procession

On Saturday 22 March, the Lamplight Procession in Bristol will light up the city as carers, allies and communities walk together in solidarity. Lanterns, placards, live performances and collective voice will raise awareness for care and stand for carers being seen, valued and supported.

17th March 2025

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Caring and Neurodiversity: Andy's Story

For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Andy, a neurodivergent carer supporting both his parents while navigating his own ADHD, Asperger’s and dyslexia, shares a candid account of what it means to care and to be heard. This story highlights the added layers of care when you’re also understanding yourself — reminding us all that support needs to be personal and inclusive.

17th March 2025

Head-and-shoulders portrait of Andy wearing glasses and a lanyard, seated indoors.

Dahlia's caring story

To mark Women's History Month and International Women’s Day, Dahlia, a dedicated carer and women’s rights advocate in Bristol, shares her journey of caring for her two sons while navigating financial strain, flexible‑working pressures and systemic barriers. Her story illuminates the often unseen challenges of women carers and the importance of support and recognition.

6th March 2025

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Young Carers Action Day 2025 – 'Give Me A Break'

On Young Carers Action Day 2025 (12 March), we’re spotlighting the vital need for rest with the theme “Give Me A Break.” Through art, events, and shared voices, we’re centring the need for respite and celebrating young carers’ strength and creativity.

6th March 2025

Graffiti mural painted on a wall with the words “GIVE ME A BREAK” in large outlined letters.

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