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Celebrating Halimo – Highly Commended at National Carers UK Awards!

We’re delighted to announce that Halimo has received a Highly Commended recognition in the Community Volunteer Award category at the Carers UK Awards! This honour highlights her incredible dedication and the positive impact she has made on carers in our community.

20th October 2025

Raising Awareness of Young Carers Through Storytelling and Creativity

Carers Support recently completed a five-school assembly tour across Bristol, using storytelling and creativity to raise awareness of young carers. Author and illustrator Rab Foster led sessions based on The Late Crew books, engaging around 1,800 pupils and sparking important conversations in classrooms and libraries.

15th October 2025

Celebrating Carers: Our Impact Report 2024/25 Is Here

Discover how Carers Support Bristol and South Gloucestershire made a lasting impact in 2024/25. Read our latest Impact Report featuring key achievements, carer stories, and future plans.

15th October 2025

Free Bus Travel for Young Adult Carers Through the West of England Youth Guarantee

Young adults in the West of England can now access free bus travel and tailored support through the region’s Youth Guarantee. This initiative helps 18–21 year olds reach interviews, training, and placements—removing barriers and opening doors to opportunity.

13th October 2025

Kaz’s Story: The Realities of Caring for Someone with Severe Mental Health Challenge

On World Mental Health Day, Carers Support BSG shares Kaz’s candid and powerful journey as a carer supporting someone with severe mental health challenges. Her story reveals the emotional strain, resilience, and often hidden obstacles carers face when the system falls short.

10th October 2025

Upcoming Walks for Carers – Autumn 2025

Join us for a series of refreshing autumn walks designed especially for carers. These gentle, guided outings offer a chance to connect with nature, meet others, and take a well-deserved break.

6th October 2025

Carers Support’s Young Carers 13Up Club Selected for Tesco In-Store Vote

Thanks to a Tesco Community Grant, our 13Up Club for young carers aged 13+ is getting a boost. The funding helps us run fun, inclusive activities—but there’s still more we can do. You can support the club by voting for us in your local Tesco store in the Yate area.

1st October 2025

New Edition of Carers News – Autumn 2025 Now Available

The latest issue of Carers News is here—full of practical advice, inspiring stories, and updates designed with carers in mind. From winter wellbeing tips and new breaks directory tools to support for young adult carers and our upcoming Carers Rights Day event, there’s something for everyone.

30th September 2025

Carers Support contributes to major new report calling for better recognition of carers’ needs in Bristol and the West of England

Carers Support joins call for urgent action to better support carers in Bristol and the West of England

Carers Support is proud to be a partner in a major new report launched by Bristol Women’s Voice and the Value the Caring Economy Alliance. Shine a Light on Care: Listening to Parents and Carers highlights the urgent need for targeted support for carers and parents across the region.

29th September 2025

Walk and Talk: Celebrating a Year of Lottery-Funded Impact

Carers Support is celebrating a successful year of Lottery-funded Walk and Talk delivery, with more carers connecting, walking in nature, and feeling the benefits.

29th September 2025