From carer information sessions run by our Helpline advisers to wellbeing sessions and discussions with carers on diverse experiences of caring. We add new sessions every week so keep an eye on this page for more!
Our series of Pilates and Hatha yoga sessions have now ended, but we hope to be able to offer more of these in the future.
Please note that all our sessions have automated closed captions from Rev.
February sessions
Come and join us for a relaxing, informal creative writing class with Fiona and Susan from Open Book. Fiona will facilitate a mindfulness exercise to help unlock the creative flow and will deliver a 10-minute potted history of a painting. Susan will then use a blend of images, verbal prompts and poetry to spark the imagination. They will also help you to prepare your poems for our 2025 Poetry Competition on the theme of 'caring, family and community'. We hope you enjoy the session, have some fun and untap some hidden talent! Everyone can write and everyone is welcome. Booking is limited to 25 participants. Book here
Join us for an informative and supportive session from RNIB. This session will cover the common eye conditions and their impact, as well as the sight loss journey and useful resources. By the end of this session, attendees will be able to learn about leading causes of sight loss and their impact, explain the sight loss journey from accessing eye care to the benefits of registration and know about resources and additional support. There will be opportunities to ask questions and share your own reflections and experiences. Book here
March sessions
Does your caring role involve managing someone else’s money? Join us to hear from expert lawyer Heledd Wynn TEP about ‘Spot the signs’, a new campaign from the professional membership body STEP that raises awareness of the signs of financial abuse and gives advice and support about what to do about them. Book here
Join us and Clinical Psychologist, Dr Michelle Sherman to explore some of the themes and strategies covered in her recent book, Loving Someone with a Mental Illness or History of Trauma. The book was written as a compassionate, accessible and practical guide to support families navigating difficult journeys and emotions, and manage some of the common challenges of caring for someone with a mental illness. In this session we'll focus on the challenge of caring for someone who doesn't acknowledge the illness or declines help. There will be opportunities to ask questions as well as share your own reflections and experiences. Book here
Join us for a planning ahead session with Sarah Malik at Compassion in Dying. This session will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the different ways you can prepare for end-of-life treatment and care decisions. By the end of the session those attending will have a clearer understanding of the different ways you can take control of these decisions in advance to help ensure the treatment and care you receive at this stage is aligned with your wishes and values. There will be time for discussion and questions at the end of the session. Book here
Note on signing up to our sessions
Our Share and Learn events are generally bookable via Zoom. Once you have registered by clicking the "Book here" option of the session you wish to attend, you will be sent a confirmation email with a Zoom "join meeting" link. Please note you may not receive your link straight away. If you have registered during the weekend or during out of office hours, you will receive a confirmation email as soon as possible. You will need to register for each Share and Learn individually.
Session recordings
To help more carers enjoy the benefits of Share and Learn, some sessions will be recorded. Only the speaker/facilitator’s section will be publicly shared. If you do not wish to be recorded, you are welcome to turn off your camera/audio during this part of the session.
Want to chat with other carers?
As well as Share and Learns, we run weekly online Care for a Cuppa sessions, where you can meet other carers, share experiences and find mutual support.
Our sessions across the UK
Me Time for carers in Wales
Our Me Time sessions run by Carers Wales are a series of online activities to support your wellbeing. Activities range from practical advice on carers' rights and caring, to emotional and physical wellbeing sessions like mindfulness and dance, to creative opportunities like crafting and cooking. See what's on.
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