Caring can be very isolating and our carers support groups are intended to be a venue in which carers can meet with other carers, gain support, gather information and seek advice as well as having time away from their caring role(s).
There is a Carers Support Coordinator present at every meeting as there may be times when you want to talk to someone who understands the pressures of being a carer or you may want practical advice or support to help you cope.
Tea, coffee, biscuits and a friendly face will always be available for anyone who needs information, emotional or practical support, or simply feels the need to have a chat.
Click on the dropdown menus below for more information about our support groups
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Details (if required)
Is this group run by Caring for Carers?
Contact
For Carers and the person they care for to attend. You can bring the person you care for who will be supported in another room so that you are able to have some ‘me time’ but stay close to the person you are caring for too.
156 Mannamead Road, PL3 5QL.
The first Thursday of the month 10am - 11:30am.
Have to book a place for cared for by ringing the office.
Yes
For further information please contact Sandra Ackrell on 07483380421
To book a place please call Caring for Carers on 01752 201890
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For carers who support an adult with a learning disability or autism
156 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 5QL
The first Tuesday of the month from 10.00am to 12 Noon
No booking necessary
Yes
For further information please call Sandra Ackrell on 07483380421
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For male carers
156 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 5QL
The second Tuesday of every month from 10.00am – 11.30am
No booking necessary
Yes
For further information please contact Nikki Arkins on 07305006516 or Kerry Elliot on 07483384772
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For carers of people with mental health support needs
156 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL3 5QL
The 3rd Thursday of every month from 10.00am - 12 Noon
Booking is essential. To book ring the office.
Caring for Carers run this in partnership with Livewell South West
For further information please contact Dawn Geary on 07305 058087
To book a place please call Caring for Carers on 01752 201890
Type of Group
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When
Booking
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Is this group run by Caring for Carers?
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All carers welcome
Age UK Plymouth, Astor Drive, Mount Gould Rd, Plymouth, PL4 9RD
The first Wednesday of every month from 10.00 am -11:30 am
No booking necessary
Yes
For further information please call Nikki Arkins on 07305 006516 or Ellie Cannon on 07305041045
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Carers supporting someone living with Parkinsons.
Via Zoom
The first Monday of the month from 2.00pm
To receive the Zoom code please get in touch via email.
Caring for Carers run this in partnership with a Parkinsons Nurse from Livewell South West
To book onto this session, you will need to email helen.woodgate@nhs.net
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All carers welcome
The Rees Wellbeing Hub, Mudge Way, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 2PS
The second Thursday of the month from 10.00am – 12 Noon
No booking necessary
Yes
For further information please call Sandra Ackrell on 07483380421
Type of Group
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When
Booking Details (if required)
Is this group run by Caring for Carers?
Contact
All carers welcome
The William Venton Cetre (Age UK), 8 Memory Lane, Plymouth, PL9 9GH
The first Friday of the month from 10.00am – 11.30am
No booking necessary
Yes
For further information please call Alex Swabey on 07305007242 or Kerry Elliot on 07483384772
Type of Group
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When
Booking
Details (if required)
Is this group run by Caring for Carers?
Contact
For carers and the people they care for to attend
Ernest English House, Buckwell St, Plymouth, PL1 2DA
The first Thursday of every month from 1.30pm – 3.00pm
No
booking necessary
No, This is run by Veterans and Family Hub
For further information please call Plymouth Veterans and Family Hub on 01752 241057
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Carers aged between 18 and 25 years old
The Salvation Army, Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh, Plymouth, PL5 4AA
The second Monday and fourth Thursday of the month from 5.30pm – 8.30pm
Text or email Nicolle or Anna to confirm attendance.
Yes
For further information please call, text or email: nicolle.ormston@improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk