What we've achieved
"When I had it bad, it was a place where I could let go and cry and let it out and then I’m alright. I try not to keep it inward, and it’s true, laughter is the best medicine.”
As post Covid confidence grew many carers welcomed the return of the face-to-face café programme, enjoying the laughter and friendships forged through the unique understanding of their caring roles.
From talking to carers, we know that the demands of the caring role can be unpredictable. We have continued to offer a range of ways to come together, in person, on the phone or hybrid sessions for carers to chat, relax and find support.
This also includes a dementia café, a dedicated space where carers can bring along the person they care for who will take part in their own supported activity, while the carers enjoy a cuppa and chat in the room.
Alongside this, we host mental health peer groups in collaboration with KS2 and Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP).
Hear from our community...
"It’s good to just sit and talk sometimes, and you make good friends."
Keith found his caring community through attending our cafés. As a carer for his wife, attending our dementia café has been an important part of getting the support he needs - and helping others.
