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Social and Activity Groups
Social and Activity Groups
Everyone benefits from meeting other people and taking part in social activities and so does Carers. Not only does shared activities and positive relationships contribute to our wellbeing but they also improve our brain health too.
We know that loneliness and social isolation can increase health risks in Carers and has been associated with health issues such as depression, sleep problems, hypertension, stress and mental health problems.
Below are some of the groups and sessions that are ran by The Carers Centre and can provide some respite away from caring and offer opportunities to take time out for yourself.
We will be adding more to this area once we are sure we have the most up to date information about how, where and when local groups are now operating. In the meantime if you wish to find activity and social groups please contact us.
Crafty Carers
Crafty Carers
Crafty Carers offers weekly sessions for carers to try out different crafts activities in a friendly and welcoming group.
The group meets online with in person get togethers regularly.
Carers caring for carers:
Staying well together
Carers caring for carers:
Staying well together
Theses are weekly well-being sessions that have been chosen by carers, are delivered by specialist tutors and offer a range of different activities on a rolling monthly programme.
Together We Care Groups
Together We Care Groups
These groups provide carers with the opportunity to meet others and share skills and support. There are several different weekly sessions for carers and monthly evening sessions for working carers.
Time For Me
Time For Me
Carers can get together at our 3 weekly day and evening sessions. All online from the comfort of your own home with new games and old favourites to enjoy. Join us and bring your own cuppa!
Connecting Carers Book Club
Connecting Carers Book Club
This group of carers meet once a week online, with monthly 'in person' get togethers, to choose read and then discuss a range of books that interest them. All books are provided on free loan, courtesy of Leicester Libraries.
Information & Training
Information & Training
We offer a wide ranging programme of Information and Training sessions on topics that are of interest and use to carers. We work closely with partner organisations to ensure sessions have an expert approach.