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.
January sessions
Have you ever wondered what you would do during a power cut? Join us for an introduction to home emergency planning. Our partner, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks will facilitate a discussion and outline the support they offer. No matter where you are based in the UK, there will be opportunities to ask questions and share your own reflections and experiences. Book here
Join us with Dr Mucci, a consultant physician for older adults brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of geriatric medicine and healthy ageing. Her expertise covers a broad spectrum of topics, including physical health, mental well-being, and the social factors that contribute to aging gracefully and healthily. During this talk, Dr. Mucci will cover and aim to help reduce the risk of falling through identifying the risks that could affect you. And share actions that you can take to reduce these risks. Book here
The charity Dyscover work to support and empower people with aphasia. Join us and Julie from Dyscover, for an informative and supportive session focusing on Aphasia and what support is available, whether you have aphasia yourself or care for someone with the condition. There will be opportunities to ask questions and share your own reflections and experiences. Book here
February sessions
Time to Talk Day is all about creating supportive communities by having conversations with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health. Join Dr Juliana Onwumere (a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Reader in Clinical Psychology at King’s College London and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust) for a discussion about mental health and common mental health problems. This will be an interactive session with opportunities for you to talk about your own experiences of mental health and about the mental health of those you look after. Book here
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 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
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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