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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.

 

 

November sessions

Join us from the comfort of your own home and feel the benefits of this gentle exercise. Chi Me is a series of simple movements, linked together to create a gentle, flowing, and easy to follow tai chi style class. It embraces the tai chi principles of good posture, strength, balance, and slow controlled movement. It has a wonderful calming effect and creates a sense of mental and emotional wellbeing. Book here

December sessions

In this session, Ian Blake from Drinkaware will provide a comprehensive overview of issues arising from alcohol consumption. He will also share some of Drinkaware’s moderation tips and how to track alcohol consumption. Finally, whilst this session is primarily designed to support the wellbeing of carers, Ian will share some insights on how to talk to others about alcohol. The session will be engaging, and there will be plenty of opportunities to discuss aspects of the content throughout the session. Book here 

Join Lewis and Kirstie from The Carers Coach UK for a practical, carer focused workout designed to build strength, improve balance, and boost overall confidence in your body. This accessible session is suitable for all abilities and uses simple, low impact movements that can be done at home with little or no equipment (using household objects for added weight). Whether you’re new to exercise or looking to stay strong and steady for the demands of caring, this session will help you move better, feel stronger, and reduce your risk of injury, all in a supportive, encouraging environment’. Book here

In this session, Arts for Dementia will share some information about dementia, and the various ways that it can affect people, particularly in the early stages. They will also provide suggestions for improving communication with someone with dementia, as well as ideas for enjoyable and meaningful creative activities that you could do together at home. Book here

Get your body moving with a fun and accessible fitness session to help you get re-energise this December. 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. Show off your favourite Christmas hats, jumpers and decorations, and bring your friends and family. All abilities welcome and no experience is needed. Seated options for the movements will also be provided throughout. 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.

 

Share and Learn for carers Northern Ireland 

Carers NI organise an online Share and Learn programme. Please note these sessions are only for carers based in Northern Ireland. 

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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.

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