Find a carers break in Bristol and South Gloucestershire
Explore a wide choice of services designed to give carers time to rest and recharge. Whether you need just a few hours away, an overnight stay, or a longer-term arrangement, our Carers Breaks Directory makes it easier to find the right option for you and the person you care for.
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Brislington Carers Support Group (Dementia Group)
Brislington, Bristol
A safe, confidential space to meet with others caring for someone with Dementia to share information and provide support to each other.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: First Wednesday of month, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Bristol Bipolar Support Group
Redcliffe
Free support groups are open to anyone affected by bipolar — including family, friends, and carers — and you’re welcome to attend even without a diagnosis.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: 1st Friday of each month (in-person)
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Bristol Eating Disorder Peer Support Group
Clifton, Bristol
A peer support group for adults affected by eating disorders and their carers to share experiences in a safe, welcoming space.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: 2nd Tuesday of the month: For people with eating disorders and their relatives/carers/friends
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Bristol Elders Groups
St Paul’s & Easton
Three long‑running community social clubs supporting predominantly Afro‑Caribbean elders in St Paul’s and Easton, offering connection, culture, activity and wellbeing.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Contact providers for details (clubs are community‑run and supportive).
When: Malcolm X Elders: Mondays, 10:00am – 3:00pm Golden Agers: Tuesdays, 10:00am – 3:00pm Evergreens: Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 3:30pm
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Cambrian Green Dementia Day Centre
Cambrian Green Day Centre, Yate
A welcoming day centre in Yate offering specialist dementia care, meaningful activities, and respite for carers in a safe and supportive environment.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: Free with assessed support needs; lunch available at additional cost
When: Open Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm (closed on bank holidays and 27 December)
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Care and Connect Group
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
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Care Support Service 陪護服務
Bristol (serving the Chinese-speaking community across the South West)
Friendly, trained care-support workers from the Chinese community visit your home so you can take a break with confidence.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Please contact CCWS for current fees and eligibility, as these may vary depending on your needs and available funding.
When: Available by arrangement – please contact the service to find out when a support worker can visit you.
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Carer's Emergency Card
Bristol & South Gloucestershire
If you have an accident or are taken seriously ill, carrying this card will ensure the person you care for will be kept safe.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
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Carer’s Cuppa
Kingsweston and Lawrence Weston, Bristol
A friendly monthly meet-up for carers to relax, share experiences, and enjoy a cuppa in a supportive environment.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free but donations welcomed
When: Kingsweston - 2nd Wednesday of the month: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, Lawrence Weston 4th Monday of the month: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
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Carer’s Peer Support Group
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