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.
November sessions
Get your body moving with a fun and accessible fitness session to help re-energise this November. Sophie, a certified personal trainer and fitness coach, will warm you up with some mobility, get you working on your strength and cool you down with some flexibility, a perfect way to end your afternoon! Book here
Join us with professional storyteller Vanessa Woolf to wrap you in words and lead you on a journey of the imagination. Vanessa will tell you her wondrous and acclaimed version of Hans Andersen's The Snow Queen. This is a magical tale of icy snow and gentle summer, mirrors and reality, demons and angels- and it has a glorious happy ending. The story will last for 30 minutes with a Q&A afterwards. Book here
Join Andrew Kauffmann for the first in a series of three workshops on writing and telling your stories. Andrew is a writer, carer and coach who will use gentle prompts to help you explore what you'd like to write. He will provide a confidential space to begin writing down what feels timely and topical for you, be it in a journal, or through creative writing. Book here
December sessions
Join professional photographer Becky Mursell for a fun filled photography workshop, focused on supporting you to enter the 2024/25 Carers UK Photography Competition. In this session we will be exploring some ways in which you could approach the second theme, ‘In My Community’. Through short, structured activities, you will be encouraged to adopt a playful and curious approach that will help spark your imagination. No prior knowledge, experience or fancy equipment needed, only access to a phone/camera, notepad and just a willingness to get stuck in! This workshop is open to all. You do not need to enter the competition in order to take part in this workshop, nor do you need to take part in the workshop to enter the competition! Registrations limited to 25 participants on a first come first serve basis. Book Here.
Dementia Carers Count is a national charity providing support to people caring for someone living with dementia, and working to make dementia carers feel less overwhelmed, invisible and alone. Join us and Lorraine, Gemima and Robert for an informative and supportive session focusing on the challenges dementia carers face, and the support that is available. There will be opportunities to ask questions and share your own reflections and experiences. Book here
Want to write gripping dialogue or build drama into your story? Join Andrew Kauffmann for the second in a series of three workshops on writing and telling your stories. Andrew is a writer, carer and coach who will use gentle prompts to help you explore what you'd like to write. This is a place to pause, get creative and learn the skills to write in a way that suits you. Book here
Join us for an informative and interactive learning session with the UK's leading kidney patient support charity. Kidney Care UK’s work complements NHS clinical services to ensure that patients have access to practical, emotional, and financial support to help improve their quality of life. This session will be led by Matt Bassett (Head of Advocacy) and members of the Patient Support & Advocacy team. You’ll discover more about the vital services Kidney Care UK provides, how they create personalised, holistic support packages and hear real stories of the positive impact they have on patients’ lives. Book here
In this final workshop in our series of three, writer, carer and coach Andrew Kauffmann will help you to gain confidence in telling your story and take your writing to the next level. We will also consider how we can prioritise our wellbeing when writing challenging or sensitive material and think about how to sustain a writing routine. 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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