Carer Information and Support Groups

Carers Bucks runs many carers groups across Buckinghamshire for carers aged 18+.

These groups are a great opportunity to meet other carers, share information and talk to our experienced support team. Throughout the year, we will also be running information sessions on carer’s assessments, lasting power of attorney, supportive technology, emergency planning, talks from Wycombe Talking Newspaper and sound bath sessions. New carers are always welcome. For more information, please contact us on 0300 777 2722 or email.

AMERSHAM

Every 4th Monday of the month (No group in May and August), 10am – 11.30am
The Small Barn Hall (inside the Lifestyle Centre), Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH – View map

JANUARY
Tea and Chat

22nd January 2024
10am – 11.30am

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

26th February 2024
10am – 11.30am

MARCH
Carer’s Assessments

25th March 2024
10am – 11.30am
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

APRIL
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

22nd April 2024
10am – 11.30am
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

JUNE
Carer’s Assessments

24th June 2024
10am – 11.30am
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

JULY
Tea and Chat

22nd July 2024
10am – 11.30am

SEPTEMBER
Sound Bath

23rd September 2024
10am – 11.30am
A sound bath using Tibetan bowls is a deeply-immersive, full-body listening experience that intentionally uses sound to invite gentle yet powerful therapeutic and restorative processes to nurture your mind, body and spirit. The experience begins with each person being seated in a comfortable position and lasts for around 20 minutes.

OCTOBER
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

28th October 2024
10am – 11.30am
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

NOVEMBER
Emergency Planning

25th November 2024
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.

AYLESBURY

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 & MARCH
NRS – Supportive technology

16th January 2024
19th March 2024
11am – 12.30pm
NRS will be visiting to talk about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use. Aicha will talk about how to access their service/referrals and there will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.

FEBRUARY
Carer’s Assessments

20th February 2024
11am – 12.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

APRIL
Tea and Chat

16th April 2024
11am – 12.30pm

MAY
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

21st May 2024
11am – 12.30pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

18th June 2024
11am – 12.30pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

16th July 2024
11am – 12.30pm

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

17th September 2024
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. 

OCTOBER
Buckinghamshire Family Information Service and Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team 

15th October 2024
11am – 12.30pm
The Buckinghamshire Family Information Service will be talking about their free information and advice service on family matters and support services, childcare and things to do locally. They support parents, parents to be and children and young people from birth to 19, and up to 25 if they have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
The Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team will be talking about their service which provides NHS support to adults with a learning disability.

NOVEMBER
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

19th November 2024
11am – 12.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

DECEMBER
Cuppa & Hot Topics
17th December 2024
11am – 12.30pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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.

BEACONSFIELD

Every 1st Thursday of the month (No group in 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 with Jaqueline Almond

1st February 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

MARCH
Carer’s Assessments

7th March 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

APRIL
Tea and Chat

4th April 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MAY
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

2nd May 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

JUNE
Talk from Sue Granshaw, Wycombe District Dementia Action (WDDA)
6th June 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Understand dementia and what support is available in Bucks.

JULY
Tea and Chat

4th July 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
5th September 2024
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
Cuppa & Hot Topics

3rd October 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support and get a Mini Health Check from Be Healthy Bucks Service

7th November 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
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 will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

DECEMBER
Tai Chi Taster Session
5th December 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movements with mindfulness and breathing exercises, providing you with a workout that targets both your mind and body. Come along for a taster session with Joan Fisher, a qualified Tai Chi instructor.

BUCKINGHAM

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
Community Centre in Buckingham (opposite Waitrose)

Please note: This group is run by Community Care North Bucks – see website and latest newsletter. A Carers Bucks support worker will attend each session. If you are interested in joining this group please email Simon Wells on simonhgw@yahoo.com or call 07702 805139.

AUGUST
Gentle movement/chair yoga with Rosita

14th August 2024

Coffee, chat and bingo. Strictly sweepstake (when the line-up is confirmed)
28th August 2024

SEPTEMBER
Owlswick Morris Dancers – TBC 

11th September 2024
Bring a friend day – if you know anyone who would like to come and see what we get up to, bring them with you.

Coffee, chat and quiz
25th September 2024

OCTOBER
Gentle movement/chair yoga with Rosita

9th October 2024

Coffee, chat and bingo
23rd October 2024

NOVEMBER
Christmas shopping outing – details nearer the time

13th November 2024

Coffee, chat and quiz and bring and buy sale
27th November 2024

DECEMBER
Christmas lunch at The Bell in Winslow

11th December 2024

There is no group on 25th December 2024

BURNHAM

Every 2nd Friday of the month, 10.30am – 12pm
Burnham Lodge, Parliament Lane, Burnham, SL1 8NU – View map

JULY
Launch of Carers Coffee/Cake Morning

12th July 2024
10.30am – 12pm

AUGUST
Carers Social/Coffee Morning

9th August 2024
10.30am – 12pm

SEPTEMBER
Carers Social/Coffee Morning

13th September 2024
10.30am – 12pm

OCTOBER
Carers Social/Coffee Morning

11th October 2024
10.30am – 12pm

NOVEMBER
Tai Chi Taster Session

8th November 2024
10.30am – 12pm

DECEMBER
Festive Treats and Christmas Jumper

13th December 2024
10.30am – 12pm

HADDENHAM

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

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

13th February 2024
1.30pm – 3pm

MARCH
Tea and Chat

12th March 2024
1.30pm – 3pm

APRIL
NRS – Supportive technology

9th April 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
NRS will be visiting to talk about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use. Aicha will talk about how to access their service/referrals and there will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.

MAY
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

14th May 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

11th June 2024
1.30pm – 3pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

9th July 2024
1.30pm – 3pm

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

10th September 2024
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.  

OCTOBER
Cuppa & Hot Topics

8th October 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Cuppa &  Hot Topics

12th November 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Cuppa & Hot Topics
10th December 2024
1.30pm – 3pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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.

HIGH WYCOMBE

Every 4th Friday of the month (No group in August), 1pm – 2.30pm
*New Venue from 2024*
 Mapledean Family Centre Plus, Cressex Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4PR – View map

JANUARY
Tea and Chat

26th January 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

23rd February 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MARCH
Tea and Chat

22nd March 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

APRIL
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

26th April 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

MAY
Carer’s Assessments

24th May 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

JUNE
Talk from Sue Granshaw, Wycombe District Dementia Action (WDDA)

28th June 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Understand dementia and what support is available in Bucks.

JULY
Tea and Chat

26th July 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

SEPTEMBER
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

27th September 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

OCTOBER
Emergency Planning

25th October 2024
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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

22nd November 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

IVER

Every 4th Wednesday of the month (No group in August), 10.30am – 12pm
Iver Heath Bowls Club, Church Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0DH – View map

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

28th February 2024
10.30am – 12pm

MARCH
Tea and Chat

27th March 2024
10.30am – 12pm

APRIL
Carer’s Assessments

24th April 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

MAY
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

22nd May 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

26th June 2024
10.30am – 12pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

24th July 2024
10.30am – 12pm

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

25th September 2024
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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

23rd October 2024
10.30am – 12pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

NOVEMBER
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

27th November 2024
10.30am – 12pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

MARLOW

Every 2nd Monday of the month (No group in August), 10am – 11.30am
Liston Hall, Chapel Street, Marlow, SL7 1DD – View map

FEBRUARY
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

12th February 2024
10am – 11.30am
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

MARCH
Tea and Chat

11th March 2024
10am – 11.30am

APRIL
Tea and Chat

8th April 2024
10am – 11.30am

MAY
Tea and Chat

13th May 2024
10am – 11.30am
Volunteers from Dementia Action Marlow (DAM) will also be present at this group.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

10th June 2024
10am – 11.30am

JULY
Tea and Chat

8th July 2024
10am – 11.30am

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

9th September 2024
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.  

OCTOBER
Cuppa & Hot Topics

14th October 2024
10am – 11.30am
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

11th November 2024
10am – 11.30am
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

DECEMBER
Cuppa & Hot Topics
9th December 2024
10am – 11.30am
Join us for a cuppa, 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.

PRESTWOOD

Every 3rd Monday of the month (No group in August), 10.30am – 12pm
Prestwood Village Hall, 1 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Great Missenden, HP16 0NZ – View map

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

19th February 2024
10.30am – 12pm

MARCH
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

18th March 2024
10.30am – 12pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

APRIL
Tea and Chat

15th April 2024
10.30am – 12pm

MAY
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

20th May 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

17th June 2024
10.30am – 12pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

15th July 2024
10.30am – 12pm

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

16th September 2024
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
Buckinghamshire Family Information Service and Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team

21st October 2024
10.30am – 12pm
The Buckinghamshire Family Information Service will be talking about their free information and advice service on family matters and support services, childcare and things to do locally. They support parents, parents to be and children and young people from birth to 19, and up to 25 if they have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
The Bucks Community Learning Disabilities Health Team will be talking about their service which provides NHS support to adults with a learning disability.

NOVEMBER
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

18th November 2024
10.30am – 12pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

DECEMBER
Cuppa & Hot Topics

16th December 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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.

STOKENCHURCH

Every 4th Thursday of the month (No group in August), 1pm – 2.30pm
*New Venue from February 2024*
Stokenchurch Scout & Guide HQ, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe, HP14 3TQ – View map

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

22nd February 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MARCH
Tea and Chat

28th March 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

APRIL
Tea and Chat

25th April 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MAY
Tea and Chat

23rd May 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

JUNE
Tea and Chat

27th June 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

JULY
Wycombe Talking Newspaper

25th July 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Are you supporting someone who is blind, visually impaired or has other disabilities making it difficult to read? Come along and find out how Wycombe Talking Newspaper 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. The entire service is free.

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

26th September 2024
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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service

24th October 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.

NOVEMBER
Tai Chi Taster Session
28th November 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movements with mindfulness and breathing exercises, providing you with a workout that targets both your mind and body. Come along for a taster session with Joan Fisher, a qualified Tai Chi instructor.

WENDOVER

Every 2nd Thursday of the month (No group in August), 1pm – 2.30pm
Wendover Cricket Pavilion, Witchell, Wendover, HP22 6EG – View map

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

8th February 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MARCH
NRS – Supportive technology

14th March 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
NRS will be visiting to talk about the different types of equipment and trackers they have for carers to use. Aicha will talk about how to access their service/referrals and there will also be an opportunity to see the different types of telecare equipment with a range of other helpful gadgets available.

APRIL
Tea and Chat

11th April 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

MAY
Carer’s Assessments

9th May 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

JUNE
Tea and Chat

13th June 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

11th July 2024
1pm – 2.30pm

SEPTEMBER
Lasting Power of Attorney with Jaqueline Almond

12th September 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
All you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions.

OCTOBER
Emergency Planning

10th October 2024
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
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service & Mini Health Check by Be Healthy Bucks

14th November 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support carers and those they care for in Wycombe, Stoke Mandeville, Amersham and Wexham Park Hospitals.
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 will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

DECEMBER
Tai Chi Taster Session
12th December 2024
1pm – 2.30pm
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movements with mindfulness and breathing exercises, providing you with a workout that targets both your mind and body. Come along for a taster session with Joan Fisher, a qualified Tai Chi instructor.

WINSLOW

Every 3rd Friday of the month (No group in August), 10.30am – 12pm
St Lawrence Room, Market Square, Winslow, Buckingham, MK18 3AB – View map

JANUARY
Tea and Chat

19th January 2024
10.30am – 12pm

FEBRUARY
Tea and Chat

16th February 2024
10.30am – 12pm

MARCH
Tea and Chat

15th March 2024
10.30am – 12pm

APRIL
Carer’s Assessments

19th April 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you.

MAY
Tea and Chat

17th May 2024
10.30am – 12pm

JUNE
Tea and Chat

21st June 2024
10.30am – 12pm

JULY
Tea and Chat

19th July 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Come and enjoy tea and cake with Lisa Carrington Social Prescriber from The Swan Practice. Lisa will talk about how to access the service and support available.

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning

20th September 2024
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
Cuppa & Hot Topics

18th October 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Cuppa & Hot Topics

15th November 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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
Cuppa & Hot Topics
20th December 2024
10.30am – 12pm
Join us for a cuppa, 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.

DIVERSE COMMUNITIES

We will be holding events throughout the year for our carers from diverse communities. Please keep checking this page for updates.

Diverse Community Health & Wellbeing Morning
25th January 2024
11.30am – 1pm
Unit 33 (next to the Entertainer toy shop) in Friars Square Shopping Centre, Aylesbury

Diverse Community Health & Wellbeing Morning
22nd February 2024
11am – 12.30pm
Chesham Mosque, 212 Bellingdon Road, Chesham, HP5 2NN

SEPTEMBER
Emergency Planning
19th September 2024, 10.30am – 12pm
Chesham Mosque, 212 Bellingdon Road, Chesham, HP5 2NN
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. Come and join Rahat to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.

OCTOBER
Emergency Planning
24th October 2024, 10.30am – 12pm
Ardenham Court, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP19 8HT
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. Come and join Rahat to look at how you can prepare for an emergency.

EVENING ONLINE GROUP

Every 4th Thursday of the month (No group in August), 7pm – 8pm
Booking required

FEBRUARY
Introductory Meeting and Carer’s Assessments
22nd February 2024
6.30pm – 8pm
The first meeting will enable us to identify what will benefit the group, as our aim to is give carers the opportunity to talk and ask any questions around your caring role, mental and physical wellbeing. Would you like to know more about your right to a carer’s assessment? How to request a carer’s assessment, what to expect and how to get the best from it. We will be discussing and answering all your questions about your rights and the support you available to you. If you would like to join the first meeting, please email us, and we will then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and zoom link.

MARCH
Tea and Chat
28th March 2024
6.30pm – 8pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

APRIL
Tea and Chat
25th April 2024
6.30pm – 8pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

MAY
Tea and Chat
23rd May 2024
6.30pm – 8pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

JUNE
Tea and Chat
27th June 2024
7pm – 8pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

JULY
Tea and Chat
25th July 2024
7pm – 8pm
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

SEPTEMBER
Talk on Carers Bucks’ Hospital Support Service
26th September 2024
7pm – 8pm
A chance to meet one of our Hospital Carer Support Workers. We support 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 Zoom link.

OCTOBER
Mindfulness Taster Session
24th October 2024
7pm – 8pm
Join us for an online Mindfulness taster session and learn techniques to help relieve stress and anxiety. This session will be delivered by Pauline Mines.
Click here to book your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the date, time and Zoom link.

NOVEMBER
NRS – Supportive technology
28th November 2024
7pm – 8pm
NRS 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 Zoom 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.