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BS3 Carers Day: A successful event for carers
The BS3 Carers Day brought together carers and local services for a day of connection, support, and shared experiences. Attendees accessed information, joined activities, and helped launch a new Walk & Talk group — all in a welcoming, fully accessible setting.
1st March 2025
Get your copy of Spring Carers News
Don’t miss the new edition of Carers News—packed with inspiring stories, helpful tips, and essential resources for carers navigating their journey.
25th February 2025
Carers Support celebrates involvement in Bristol City Council's Adult Social Care Co-Production Policy
We’re delighted to announce our involvement in Bristol City Council’s Adult Social Care Co‑Production Policy, where unpaid carers’ voices helped shape meaningful change. Through our Carers Voice initiative, we stood alongside local carers and decision‑makers to ensure policies reflect real experiences and strengthen support across the region.
18th February 2025
Empowering carers: announcing our exciting rebranding with a fresh name, new website and modern identity!
We’re thrilled to share that Carers Support has unveiled a fresh name, a modern visual identity, and a newly designed website — all crafted to better serve unpaid carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire with clarity, accessibility and renewed energy.
3rd February 2025
Carers Support celebrates achievement of Level 2 in Trusted Charity Standard Certification
We are proud to announce that Carers Support has achieved Level 2 certification under the Trusted Standard (formerly Trusted Charity). This marks a milestone in our commitment to high standards of governance, accountability, and continuous improvement in how we support carers across Bristol & South Gloucestershire.
29th January 2025
Young Carers from Bristol and South Gloucestershire join forces with Bath Philharmonia and Ed Davey for festive fundraising song
Young carers from Bristol and South Gloucestershire recently united with Bath Philharmonia and Ed Davey to record a special festive fundraising song. This unique collaboration amplifies their voices, celebrates their resilience, and raises awareness and support for the contributions young carers make every day.
2nd December 2024
Celebrating Young Carers with “The Late Crew”
Our young carers enjoyed a special event centred around the book The Late Crew, exploring caring through creativity and connection. This celebration gave children and young people a chance to reflect, make friends, and feel seen for all they do.
29th November 2024
Social Security Minister visits Carers Support Centre to engage with local carers
The Social Security Minister recently visited Carers Support to meet local carers and hear directly about their experiences and priorities. The visit opened up important conversations about the challenges carers face and how national policy can better recognise and support their vital role.
21st November 2024
BBC Radio Bristol’s ‘Carer Award’ winner – A heartfelt interview with Carina Andrews
Carina Andrews, award-winning carer and co-founder of Invisible Army, shares her powerful journey of caring, creativity, and advocacy in this heartfelt interview. Her story shows how art, resilience, and community can bring carers closer to being heard and understood.
6th November 2024
We're proud to become a dementia aware organisation
We’re delighted to announce that Carers Support has achieved dementia‑aware status, reinforcing our commitment to supporting carers who care for someone living with dementia. This milestone means we’re better equipped, knowledgeable and inclusive when it comes to offering practical, emotional and specialist support.
8th October 2024
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