Carer Information and Support Groups
Carers Bucks runs many carers groups across Buckinghamshire for carers aged 18+. These are a great opportunity to meet other carers in your local area, share information and advice and talk to our experienced support team. New carers are always welcome.
Throughout the year, we will also be running information sessions on carer’s assessments, lasting power of attorney, emergency planning, our Hospital Support Service and there will be talks from Wycombe Talking Newspaper, Calibre Audio, Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Team and Be Healthy Bucks. For more information, please get in touch with us on 0300 777 2722 or via email.
Every 4th Monday of the month (No group in May & August), 10am – 11.30am
The Small Barn Hall (inside the Lifestyle Centre), Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH – View map
JANUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
27th January 2025
10am – 11.30am
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
FEBRUARY
Carer’s Assessments
24th February 2025
10am – 11.30am
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
MARCH
Emergency Planning
24th March 2025
10am – 11.30am
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
APRIL
NRS Healthcare
28th April 2025
10am – 11.30am
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
JUNE
Hot Topics
23rd June 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
28th July 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
22nd September 2025
10am – 11.30am
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
27th October 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
24th November 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
22nd December 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month (No group in August), 11am – 12.30pm
The Wellbeing Hub at Buckinghamshire New University Aylesbury Campus, 9 Walton Street, Aylesbury, HP21 7QG – View map
JANUARY
Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Team & Be Healthy Bucks
21st January 2025
11am – 12.30pm
The Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team will be joining us to talk about their service which provides NHS support to adults with a learning disability. Plus, Be Healthy Bucks Service will have a table set up where you can get your height, weight and BMI measured as well as a blood pressure reading, and they’ll also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
FEBRUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
18th February 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
MARCH
NRS Healthcare
18th March 2025
11am – 12.30pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
APRIL
Calibre Audio
15th April 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
MAY
Carer’s Assessments
20th May 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
JUNE
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
17th June 2025
11am – 12.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
JULY
Hot Topics
15th July 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
NRS Healthcare
16th September 2025
11am – 12.30pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
OCTOBER
Emergency Planning
21st October 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
18th November 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
16th December 2025
11am – 12.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 1st Thursday of the month (No group in January & August), 1pm – 2.30pm
The Parish Centre at St Teresa’s Church, 40 Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PL – View map
FEBRUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
6th February 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
MARCH
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
6th March 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
APRIL
Carer’s Assessments
3rd April 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
MAY
Calibre Audio
1st May 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
JUNE
Wycombe Talking Newspaper
5th June 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Join us to find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper’s free service can keep them up to date with the local news and activities. Articles from the Bucks Free Press and other local journals are recorded each week and sent listeners on small message sticks which they can listen to in their own homes on players that are also provided.
JULY
NRS Healthcare
3rd July 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
SEPTEMBER
Hot Topics
4th September 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
OCTOBER
Emergency Planning
2nd October 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
6th November 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
4th December 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month
Community Centre in Buckingham (opposite Waitrose) – View map
Please note: This group is run by Community Care North Bucks. A Carers Bucks support worker will attend each session. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Simon Wells on simonhgw@yahoo.com or call 07702 805139.
Every 2nd Friday of the month, 10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Burnham Lodge Residential & Nursing Home, Parliament Lane, Burnham, SL1 8NU – View map
JANUARY
Age UK
10th January 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Hear Age UK talk about the services they provide and how they can support you.
FEBRUARY
Bucks Vision
14th February 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
MARCH
Alzheimer’s Society
14th March 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Do you care for someone with dementia or a memory impairment? Staff from Alzheimer’s Society will be present to discuss coping strategies and support available in Bucks. Come along to have a chat with a member of their team.
APRIL
Be Healthy Bucks
11th April 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Be Healthy Bucks Service will have a table set up where you can get your height, weight and BMI measured as well as a blood pressure reading. They’ll also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
MAY
NRS Healthcare
9th May 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
JUNE
13th June 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
JULY
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
11th July 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
AUGUST
8th August 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
SEPTEMBER
12th September 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
OCTOBER
Carer’s Assessments
10th October 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
NOVEMBER
14th November 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
DECEMEBER
12th December 2025
10am – 11.30am *Please note, this is a new time*
Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (No group in August), 1.30pm – 3pm
Haddenham Village Hall, Banks Park, Banks Road, Haddenham, HP17 8EE – View map
JANUARY
Calibre Audio
14th January 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
FEBRUARY
Emergency Planning
11th February 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
MARCH
Hot Topics
11th March 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
APRIL
Hot Topics
8th April 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
MAY
Hot Topics
13th May 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
10th June 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
8th July 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Lasting Power of Attorney
9th September 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
OCTOBER
NRS Healthcare
14th October 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
NOVEMBER
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
11th November 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
9th December 2025
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 4th Friday of the month (No group in August & December), 1pm – 2.30pm
Mapledean Family Centre Plus, Cressex Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4PR – View map
JANUARY
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
24th January 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
FEBRUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
28th February 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
MARCH
Wycombe Talking Newspaper & Be Healthy Bucks
28th March 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Join us to find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper’s free service can keep them up to date with the local news and activities. Articles from the Bucks Free Press and other local journals are recorded each week and sent listeners on small message sticks which they can listen to in their own homes on players that are also provided.
Be Healthy Bucks Service will have a table set up where you can get your height, weight and BMI measured as well as a blood pressure reading. They’ll also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
APRIL
Calibre Audio
25th April 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
MAY
Hot Topics
23rd May 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Team
27th June 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
The Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team will be joining us to talk about their service which provides NHS support to adults with a learning disability.
JULY
NRS Healthcare
25th July 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
26th September 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
24th October 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
28th November 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 4th Wednesday of the month (No group in August & December), 10.30am – 12pm
Iver Heath Bowls Club, Church Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0DH – View map
JANUARY
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Service
22nd January 2025
10.30am – 12pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
FEBRUARY
Hot Topics – Carers Assessments
26th February 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
MARCH
Calibre Audio
26th March 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
APRIL
Lasting Power of Attorney
23rd April 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
MAY
Hot Topics
28th May 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
25th June 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
23rd July 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
24th September 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
22nd October 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
26th November 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 2nd Monday of the month (No group in August), 10am – 11.30am
Liston Hall, Chapel Street, Marlow, SL7 1DD – View map
JANUARY
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
13th January 2025
10am – 11.30am
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
FEBRUARY
Emergency Planning
10th February 2025
10am – 11.30am
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
MARCH
Hot Topics
10th March 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
APRIL
Calibre Audio
14th April 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
MAY
Hot Topics
12th May 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
9th June 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
14th July 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Hot Topics
8th September 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
13th October 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
NOVEMBER
Lasting Power of Attorney
10th November 2025
10am – 11.30am
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
8th December 2025
10am – 11.30am
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 3rd Monday of the month (No group in April & August), 10.30am – 12pm
Prestwood Village Hall, 1 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Great Missenden, HP16 0NZ – View map
JANUARY
Calibre Audio
20th January 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
FEBRUARY
Hot Topics – Blue Badge
17th February 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, and have the opportunity to learn all you need to know about Blue Badges from one of our support workers.
MARCH
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
17th March 2025
10.30am – 12pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
MAY
Hot Topics
19th May 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
16th June 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
21st July 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
15th September 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Lasting Power of Attorney
20th October 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
17th November 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
15th December 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 4th Thursday of the month (No group in August & December), 1pm – 2.30pm
Stokenchurch Scout & Guide HQ, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe, HP14 3TQ – View map
JANUARY
Calibre Audio
23rd January 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
FEBRUARY
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
27th February 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
MARCH
Hot Topics
27th March 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
APRIL
Hot Topics
24th April 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
MAY
Hot Topics
22nd May 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
26th June 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
24th July 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
25th September 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Lasting Power of Attorney
23rd October 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
27th November 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 2nd Thursday of the month (No group in August), 1pm – 2.30pm
Wendover Cricket Pavilion, Witchell, Wendover, HP22 6EG – View map
JANUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
9th January 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
FEBRUARY
NRS Healthcare
13th February 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
MARCH
Hot Topics
13th March 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
APRIL
Calibre Audio
10th April 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
MAY
Hot Topics
8th May 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
12th June 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Team
10th July 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
The Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team will be joining us to talk about their service which provides NHS support to adults with a learning disability.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
11th September 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
9th October 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
13th November 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
11th December 2025
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Every 3rd Friday of the month (No group in April & August), 10.30am – 12pm
St Laurence Room, Market Square, Winslow, Buckingham, MK18 3AB – View map
JANUARY
Hot Topics
17th January 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
FEBRUARY
Hot Topics – Carer’s Assessments
21st February 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? Join us to find out how to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. Plus, we’ll be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.
MARCH
Lasting Power of Attorney
21st March 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
MAY
Hot Topics
16th May 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JUNE
Hot Topics
20th June 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
JULY
Hot Topics
18th July 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
19th September 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
17th October 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
21st November 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
DECEMBER
Hot Topics
19th December 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
We will be holding events throughout the year for our carers from diverse communities. Please keep checking this page for updates.
JANUARY
30th January 2025
10.30am – 12pm
The Hive, 1 Arnison Avenue,
High Wycombe, HP13 6DD
Come along to meet other carers and have the opportunity to talk to our experienced support worker.
FEBRUARY
20th February 2025
10.30am – 12pm
The Hive, 1 Arnison Avenue,
High Wycombe, HP13 6DD
Come along to meet other carers and have the opportunity to talk to our experienced support worker.
MARCH
20th March 2025
10.30am – 12pm
The Hive, 1 Arnison Avenue,
High Wycombe, HP13 6DD
Come along to meet other carers and have the opportunity to talk to our experienced support worker.
Every 4th Thursday of the month (No group in August & December), 7pm – 8pm
Via Teams – Booking required
JANUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney
23rd January 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Learn all you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session will be delivered by a partner solicitor, and it will include time for questions.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
FEBRUARY
NRS Healthcare
27th February 2025, 7pm – 8pm
NRS Healthcare will be talking about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use, as well as how to access their service/referrals. There will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
MARCH
Emergency Planning
27th March 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Have you planned for an emergency? What will happen to the person you’re caring for if you’re unable to carry out your caring role? Being prepared cannot stop emergencies happening, but it can make them a little bit easier to manage at a time when you need it most. Join us to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
APRIL
Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
24th April 2025, 7pm – 8pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. Our Hospital Support Service supports carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
MAY
Calibre Audio
22nd May 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to find out about Calibre Audio’s audiobook service, for those who have a long-term health condition, disability or learning difference that makes reading print difficult. The service could help you re-connect with the books and authors that you love, or help a young person with a SEND, in their learning and make stories accessible and engaging. They support anyone with sight loss, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, arthritis, dementia, cancer related cognitive disorder, chronic fatigue, and those who’ve had head trauma or stroke.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
JUNE
Hot Topics
26th June 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
JULY
Hot Topics
24th July 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
SEPTEMBER
Hot Topics
25th September 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
OCTOBER
Hot Topics
23rd October 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
NOVEMBER
Hot Topics
27th November 2025, 7pm – 8pm
Join us to meet and chat to other carers in your local area, share information and advice, and have the opportunity to talk to one of our experienced support workers about hot topics such as how to apply for a blue badge, benefits, carer’s allowance and anything else you would like to discuss about your caring role.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10.30am – 12pm
Online via Teams – Booking required
Do you enjoy putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard)? Whether you’re just getting started or are experienced in creative writing, our Carers Writing Group is a great place to meet like-minded people. Whatever your skill level, everyone is welcome to join us for our fun, friendly meetings, even if you just want to come along and listen.
JANUARY
8th January 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
FEBRUARY
12th February 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
MARCH
12th March 2025
10.30am – 12pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Teams link.
Are you caring for someone?
Do you look after someone who cannot manage without you because they are ill, frail or have a disability?
If so, you are a carer and Carers Bucks can help you.
