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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

Join us for an interactive and informative workshop on breast cancer awareness. Led by Francesca Fiennes, Health Promotion Specialist based at King's College Hospital, this workshop will cover breast awareness, breast cancer screening, service adjustments that can be made for those you care for, and health promotion around risk reduction. Book here

Join us to unwind together, relax and explore our inner landscape, whatever your beliefs. This session will be guided by Mariano Marcigaglia,a Spiritual Care volunteer who has been meditating for over 40 years and is currently helping with the running of equivalent sessions for the out-patients of the Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta, Milan, as well as at The Royal Marsden.  It will consist of the cultivation of embodied awareness both in formal sitting and in daily life, as well as the development of goodwill and compassion towards ourselves and others. Book here 

Step into the rhythm and let loose in this session delivered by UCL Salsa Society President, Martha Stasinaki. UCL's Salsa Society is one of the biggest societies in UCL's Students' Union and last year they launched the UCL Salsa Outreach program to share their enthusiasm and experience of the dance of salsa. Martha will cover a brief history of the dance before guiding participants through the basic steps and ending with a short, choreographed dance. Book here 

Join us with Vicky who is an experienced physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor and has been offering free Pilates classes via her website Pilates Live for a number of years. She aims to create a similar, progressive experience that you may have by joining a local class – but in your own environment and accessible at any time. Book here 

Join Carers UK partner organisation Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks for an introduction to Home Emergency Planning during a power cut. Highlighting their winter campaign, SSEN will facilitate a discussion on expectations during a power cut or emergency and outline the support they offer.  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 

 

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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Watch Share and Learn in your own time

You can now catch up with previous Share and Learn sessions on our videos page.

Carer roadshows

Carers UK is travelling across England and Wales to meet local carers, share updates on what we’re doing and hear what’s important to you in your area.

We’d love to see you on our travels, so if you’re nearby, come along to one of our events if you can.

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