When: Third Wednesday of every month, 2pm–3.30pm. (Joining the waiting list may be required.)
Type of break: Support Services
Location: Suite A, First Floor, Verona House,
Filwood Road,
Fishponds, Bristol BS16 3RY
Cost: Free
Care need: Neurological Conditions
Break for: Carers
Provided by: Alzheimer's Society
The Fishponds Carers Support Group offers a safe, friendly and understanding space for carers and people living with dementia. Run by an experienced facilitator, the group provides the chance to ask questions, share experiences and connect with others who truly understand the challenges of caring.
This supportive peer environment helps carers feel less isolated, gain practical insights and build confidence in navigating day‑to‑day caring. Meeting in an accessible venue with refreshments available, the group aims to be as welcoming and reassuring as possible.
Please contact the service to express interest or to be added to the waiting list:
Phone: 0117 904 5150 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)
Email: [email protected]
Alzheimer's Society are the UK's leading dementia charity, tackling all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future.
Withywood Centre, South Bristol
A monthly peer support group for people caring for someone with dementia, offering a friendly space to share experiences, ask questions and connect with others who understand caring.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Please contact the service provider for details of any costs.
When: Fourth Tuesday of every month, 11:00am–1:00pm
Wellspring Settlement, Barton Hill, Bristol
A monthly support group for anyone affected by brain injury, including unpaid carers, to share experiences and connect in a friendly environment.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Henleaze, Bristol
A monthly peer support group for people caring for someone with dementia to share experiences, connect, and gain mutual support in a friendly setting.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: 1st Tuesday of the month: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM