Support
1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at Sheen Lane Day Centre
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Carers support groups at The Caring CafeThe Caring Café is a gathering where people living with dementia, their families and friends can meet for coffee and/or lunch in the company of others in a similar situation, to share experiences and enjoy spending time together. The café runs between 11am and 3.30pm on the first and third Saturdays at Sheen Lane Day Centre, 74 Sheen Lane, Richmond SW14 8LP. Support workers from Crossroads Care and Alzheimer's Society are around to provide guidance and information. For more information, please call Rachel Tawadrous at Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston on 020 8943 9421.
Please see café dates below:
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Monthly
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Men Who Care ProjectA monthly support group for men caring for a partner, wife, mother or child. A male-focused social group which provides friendship, specialist support and activities on a monthly basis. Care/respite available for the person for whom they care. We will encourage discussion and give advice and information that can help members live social, emotionally and physically healthier independent lives. For further information, contact Crossroads Care Richmond & Kingston on 020 8943 9421/07856 339 336 or email info@crossroadscarerk.org.uk
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Every Friday
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Art GroupA relaxed group where carers can explore art techniques and socialise with others, sharing thoughts and feelings. Click here to email your interest.
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Second Friday of the month
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Book ClubA friendly group of carers who meet monthly to discuss their current book choice and chat about other issues. Click here to email your interest.
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Fourth Thursday of the month
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Fun with FlowersLearn the basics of floral design in a social and supportive group with other carers. Click here to email your interest.
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Second Thursday of the month
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Knit, Natter & SewThis group meets monthly to swap and share skills. Click here to email your interest.
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28th August,
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Kew GardensCarers go free as part of the Community and Charity Group Scheme. Booking essential.
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20th August,
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Garden GangMonthly group where carers can get together to learn and develop gardening techniques and skills. Click here to email your interest.
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21st October
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River Crane WalksFree carers walks along the river Crane, led by Frances Bennett of FORCE (Friends of the River Crane Environment). Click here to email your interest.
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14th August,
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Coffee MorningsA social support group where you can meet other carers, held at ASCA on the Lower Mortlake Road, Richmond. Click here to email your interest.
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21st August,
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Social EveningA popular social support group where you can relax and chat in the company of other carers. 21st August 'Pimms O'clock', 20th November 'Chocolate and Cake'. Click here to email your interest.
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11th September, 9th October
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Mind, Body and Spirit GroupFormerly known as the Exploring Spirituality and Wellbeing Group. Please contact admin@ins.org.uk or call 020 7855 4000 for details.
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Carers Coffee Morning Support GroupsHeld at Squires Garden Centre on a Tuesday. Everyone is welcome to attend, even if you have not been before. The morning is very informal and gives you the opportunity to meet other carers, share experiences, and obtain support, information and advice. Contact admin or call 020 8755 4000 for more information
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Wednesdays, 3.30-4.30pm |
Carers Fit Club - weekly, commencing 21st AugustFit club offers carers an opportunity to exercise at their own pace and ability. It offers carers a chance to take some exercise in a supportive environment with other carers, working on developing strength, cardiovascular health and flexibility…and with a cup of tea at the end of the session. Commencing Wednesday 21st August, sessions are weekly, from 3.30-4.30pm. £10 per session.
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Various days and times |
Live Well groupsThese groups for clients and their family carer are aimed at helping you both understand and manage the symptoms of living with a neurological condition via exercise, information and discussion. Free for carers, groups are:
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Expanding HorizonsThe Expanding Horizons programme welcomes both carers of those with a neurological condition and their cared for. Activities are peer-led and will include: knitting, embroidery, crochet, art, music appreciation, nail-care and hand massage, sports massage, and visits to Kew Gardens and the Poppy Factory, Richmond. As days and times have yet to be confirmed, interested carers should visit www.ins.org.uk for further information.
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19th September, 24th October
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Carers WalksCarers Walks are led by INS volunteers and take place in local parks. Please contact admin@ins.org.uk or call 020 7855 4000 for details.
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Various dates and times |
Carers in MindRichmond Borough Mind offers a range of specialist services to families and
friends supporting someone with mental health difficulties. The demands of supporting someone can impact on your own wellbeing so it can be helpful to get support from people who understand your role and can offer professional advice and guidance. It also runs a number of mental health carers support groups and social outings. For more information visit www.rbmind.org; to book onto a workshop or support group email us or call 020 8940 7384. |
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Various dates and times |
Carers Workshops and tripsCarers Connect Groups – led by carers
Art group: Fridays except last of the month. Explore different mediums and styles in a relaxed setting. Yoga group: twice monthly, Wednesday mornings, for wellbeing and relaxation. All abilities welcome at both groups Coping with Caring – five weekly workshops from October 2019 Reflect on your caring role and the skills that you use. Workshops will help carers navigate the mental health maze, improve communication skills and manage challenging behaviour. Carer trips – meet other carers, take a break from your caring role (£5 donation required)
You will need to be a Carers in Mind member to access events. For more information and to book, please contact carers@rbmind.org |
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Every Tuesday evening
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Carers Support GroupFor people caring for someone with alcohol/drug problems or other addictions such as gambling, eating disorders, prescribed or over-the-counter drugs. For more information please call the ASCA office on 020 8940 1160 for more information.
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Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays
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1-1 counsellingShort, medium and long-term counselling for carers caring for someone with a drug/alcohol addiction or other addiction such as gambling, eating disorders, prescribed or over-the-counter drugs, pornography, internet, etc. Also supporting carers of people with mental health conditions such as depression, stress, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, as well as bereavement/loss issues.
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28th August,
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Evening Carers Support groupFor carers of people with early to moderate stages of dementia. Held on the last Wednesday of each month, 6.30-8pm at Richmond Carers Centre, 5 Briar Road, Twickenham TW2 6RB. For more information and to book please email christine.williams@alzheimers.org.uk or phone 020 8036 9570
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2nd August,
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Supporting Parents with Dementia groupFor people supporting a parent with dementia, to share experiences and gain information, advice and support. First Friday of every month, 2.30-3.30pm at The Avenue Club, St Luke’s in the Avenue, Kew TW9 2AJ. For more information and to book please email
christine.williams@alzheimers.org.uk or call 020 8036 9570 |
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2nd August,
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Peer Support morning for early stages of dementia onlyFor people who are recently diagnosed, and to meet others for advice and support about day-to-day challenges. Held every two months on the first Friday of each month, 10.30am-12.30pm. Venue to be confirmed. For more information and to book please email davide.villela@alzheimers.org.uk or call 020 8036 9570
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13th August,
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Young People with Dementia Peer Support Group for CarersHeld every other month on the second Tuesday from 1.30-3pm at Age UK Richmond, Twickenham Wellbeing Centre, Arragon Rd, Twickenham TW1 3NH. For more information and to book email davide.vilella@alzheimers.org.uk or phone 020 8036 9570.
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