Caring for someone who needs your support?The Carers Support Centre has a jam-packed programme for Carers Week, including freebies, wellbeing events, advice sessions, Carers’ Information Day, talks, an afternoon tea and much more.

All events will be held at 24 George Street, Croydon CR0 1PB and are on a drop-in basis unless stated.

All weekInformation and Advice Drop-InMonday to Friday, 10am - 4pmWe have information and advice for carers, Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm. Drop in and speak to one of our advice workers at the advice desk.

Carers Café, Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 12.30pmAfternoon Café, Monday to Friday (except Wednesday), 2pm - 3.30pm Drop in, relax and enjoy free refreshments, books, newspapers, WiFi, fruit and cakes.

Meet a Professional, Monday to Friday (except Wednesday), 10.30am - 12.30pmDrop in and chat to a professional relevant to your caring situation. Call 020 8649 9339, option 1 or visit the Carers Support Centre for a full list.

Carers Weekat the Carers Support Centre

12 - 18 June 2017

Monday 12 June

Carers Week Breakfast: ‘Making Croydon a Better Place for Carers’ Monday 12 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmJoin us for tea, coffee and croissants with the Worshipful the Mayor of Croydon, Councillor Toni Letts OBE. Hear about developing carer support in Croydon, ask questions and share your views.

Meet a Professional: Whitgift Care in the Carers Café Monday 12 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmDrop in and chat with Jennifer Daley from Whitgift Care over a cuppa in the Carers Café. She can answer queries about care homes, homecare and other residential options.

Help for Carers Carers Week BBQ, Monday 12 June, 1pm onwards Get ready for summer with the Carers Week barbeque! Join Help for Carers Croydon at The Orchard, 112 Cherry Orchard Rd, Croydon CR0 6BA. To attend, email barbara@helpforcarers.org.uk. This event is supported by the Big Lottery Fund.

Tuesday 13 June

Laughter Workshop, Tuesday 13 June, 10am - 3pm (Pre-Book)De-stress and boost your mood with our laughter workshop. Booking is essential - call 020 8649 6280 or email ruthlaws@carersinfo.org.uk to book your place.

Carers Strategy Workshop, Tuesday 13 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmCroydon Council is revising their Carers Strategy and wants to hear your views. Meet the Carers’ Commissioner Stephen Bahooshy and have your say on carer support in Croydon.

Gateway Employment Advice, Tuesday 13 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmGet drop-in employment advice on CVs, skills and training, for carers and former carers, with Gateway Employment.

Disabled Parents and Carers Together (DPACT), Tuesday 13 June, 1pm - 3pmAdvice, support, casework and advocacy for parents and carers with a chronic illness or disability. Advisable to call 0800 689 7474 (leave a message and calls will be returned ASAP) to check availability.

Working Carers Group, Tuesday 13 June, 6.30pm - 8.30pmSupport group for carers balancing care and paid work run by the Working Carers Project. Call 020 8663 5664 or email andy@helpforcarers.org.uk to attend.

Wednesday 14 June

Carers’ Information Day, Wednesday 14 June, 10am - 2pm (Community Space Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon CR0 1EA)Our annual information marketplace event for carers. Pick up useful information, meet local carers and professionals and find out what support is available. Drop in any time between 10am - 2pm.

Henna Hand Painting, Singing, Massage and Refreshments, Wednesday 14 June, 10am - 4pmEnjoy a wide range of drop-in wellbeing activities run by Horizon Care. All carers are welcome to attend. Contact 020 8665 0921 for more information.

Information and Advice for Deaf Carers and Carers of Deaf People, Wednesday 14 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmDrop-in information and advice for D/deaf carers and carers of D/deaf people provided by Royal Association for Deaf People and Croydon Council Sensory Impairment Team. BSL interpretation will be available.

Young Carers Showcase, Wednesday 14 June, 3pm - 6pm To celebrate Carers Week, young carers will be speaking about their experiences of the Young Carers Project. Young carers and their families are all welcome to attend. There will be also be some entertainment and light refreshments. Call 020 8649 9339, option 2 or email youngcarers@offtherecordcroydon.org for details.

Thursday 15 June

IT Buddy for Carers, Thursday 15 June, 10am - 1pm (Pre-Book)Receive one-to-one IT support with a volunteer IT buddy. Carers are welcome to bring their own device or use the Carers Café laptop. Please note we cannot provide repairs. To book, call 020 8649 6280 or email ruthlaws@carersinfo.org.uk.

Carers Week Talk: ‘Not Just a Patient: GP Support for Unpaid Carers in Croydon’, Thursday 15 June, 10.30am - 12.30pmFind out about the results of our GP survey, meet representatives from local health services and get tips on taking care of your health whilst caring. Call 020 8649 6288 or email amydeakin@carersinfo.org.uk for more information.

Vintage Afternoon Tea at the Carers Café, Thursday 15 June, 2pm - 3.30pmJoin us for afternoon tea with a vintage theme at the Carers Café. The person you care for is also welcome. Dressing up is optional but encouraged!

Parents in Partnership (PIP) Parent Carer Social, Thursday 15 June, 6pm - 9pmParents and carers of a child with a disability or special educational needs are warmly invited to this Carers Week social. Enjoy drinks and nibbles and meet other local families. To attend, call 020 8663 5626 or email office@pipcroydon.com.

Friday 16 June

Parents in Partnership (PIP) Parent and Child Puppet Show, Friday 16 June, 10am - 12noonJoin us for a fun and interactive puppet show designed for children with a disability or special educational needs. To attend, call 020 8663 5626 or email office@pipcroydon.com.

SEN Advice with Kids, Friday 16 June, 10am - 12noonAdvice on any SEN issues provided by Kids Croydon.

Massage for Carers, Friday 16 June, 10.30am - 3.30pmRelax and unwind with our drop-in hand and arm or neck and shoulder massage sessions for carers.

Dancing for Carers, Friday 16 June, 11am - 12noonEnjoy a fun and informal dancing session led by a professional dancer and friend of the Strictly stars! Sessions are suitable for all ages and abilities.

Art Workshop, Friday 16 June, 1.30pm - 3pmTry something new with this friendly and informal art workshop with Studio Upstairs. No previous artistic experience required - just come along and have a go.

Find us opposite George Street tram stop, a short walk from East Croydon Station. The nearest car park is NCP Croydon Central in Dingwall Avenue CR0 2AA.

Get in touch with us:Visit: Carers Support Centre, 24 George Street, Croydon CR0 1PBCall: 020 8649 9339, option 1Email: info@carersinfo.org.uk Website: www.carersinfo.org.uk

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Note on events:All information is correct at time of print. Events, dates and times may be subject to change. Contact the Carers’ Information Service on 020 8649 9339, option 1 for up-to-date information.