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Carers Week 2023 – Programme of activities and workshops

We are delighted to be supporting Carers Week 2023 again this year. Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and help people to identify as carers and access much-needed support. Charities, organisations and individuals get together to show support for the millions of unpaid carers in the UK and to spread the word about the challenges they face and what needs to be done to improve their daily lives.

The theme for Carers Week 2023 is ‘Recognising and supporting carers in the community’. This Carers Week, we want communities across the UK to come together to recognise the huge contribution unpaid carers make to society. Politicians, employers, health and social services, businesses, education providers and members of the public all have a role to play in raising awareness of caring and making sure carers are able to access the information and support they need. To find out more and get involved, visit carersweek.org.

Carers Week Activities and Events

Call 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org to register your interest in any of the activities below.

Registering your interest in activities is essential. We will confirm your place in the week beginning Monday 22nd May. We will try our best to give everyone an opportunity to participate in activities during Carers Week from 5th-9th June and the Wellbeing Day on 5th July.

Person having their blood pressure measured

Health Checks by Pharmacists from NHS Pharmacy

Even though you may be feeling great, if you’re over 40 years old you may be at risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes or dementia. Free NHS Health Checks are available to people aged between 40 and 74 years. They can help assess your risk of developing these common conditions, as well as help you adjust your lifestyle to reduce these risks.

30-minute slots between 10am-2.30pm. Please book to schedule your slot.
Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

A hand being massaged

Massage – FULLY BOOKED

Unwind and relax with a back, neck and shoulder massage.

25-minute massage slots between 10am-1pm. Please book to schedule your slot.
Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Tai Chi session with Richmond Carers Centre

Tai Chi taster session

Tai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art practised for defence training, health benefits and meditation. Everyone welcome.

2-3pm
Tuesday 6th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Group socialising with glasses of wine at a RCC Social Evening

Social Evening

Our social evening will celebrate Carers Week with the opportunity to meet other carers for an evening of friendly conversation, drinks and cream tea.

5-7pm
Wednesday 7th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Perfume bottles

Perfume Making

To celebrate Carers Week an artisan perfumer will deliver a workshop giving carers the opportunity to make their own fragrance for men or women.

10am-12noon
Thursday 8th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Paint brushes with red and yellow paints

Art Club

This art class offers the chance to learn a range of techniques that will enable you to paint a forest-themed canvas with acrylic paints.

1-3pm
Thursday 8th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Woman painting a ceramic bowl

Pottery Class

Come and explore your creative and artistic skills at a local pottery café. Paint your own piece that you will be able to take home to keep.

12noon-2pm
Thursday 8th June
Venue: Twickenham Green

Boat on the River Thames

Boat Trip on the River Thames for Carers Wellbeing Day

Enjoy a relaxing boat trip and explore a stunning stretch of the river Thames in a small Classic Georgian style boat. Refreshments will be provided on board.
Three separate launches:

10-11.30am12noon-1.30pm and 2-3.30pm
Tuesday 4th July
Venue: Launching dock at Teddington Lock

The front of York House in Twickenham

Carers Wellbeing Day

A social opportunity for carers to come together and have a sit-down lunch and enjoy music from the band, the Riverside Trio.

12noon-2pm
Wednesday 5th July

Venue: York House

Carers Week Learning and Workshops

Call 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org to register your interest in any of the activities below.

Registering your interest in activities is essential. We will confirm your place in the week beginning Monday 22nd May. We will try our best to give everyone an opportunity to participate in activities during Carers Week from 5th-9th June and the Wellbeing Day on 5th July.

Infographic: Know Your Rights – Understanding the Care Act and Carer’s Rights

Know Your Rights – Understanding the Care Act and Carer’s Rights

This workshop will explore the law and how it is designed to protect carers. It will provide an overview of your rights and entitlements as a carer as well as a better understanding of the Care Act.

11am-12noon
Monday 5th June

Venue: Online or face-to-face at Twickenham Green

Woman brushing her teeth

Oral Health run by Oral Health Practitioner

Come along for free and informal advice on looking after your oral health. Receive advice on tooth brushing, diet and oral health, how to find a dentist and denture care.

12noon
Monday 5th June

Venue: Twickenham Green

Carers Assessment and Carers Emergency card

Carer’s Assessment and Carer’s Emergency Card Jayne Ayris, Carers Champion and Social Worker at Richmond and Wandsworth Adult Social Care

This workshop focuses on the Carer’s Assessment and the Carer’s Emergency Card. It will provide you with an overview of their purpose, the process of getting them, and how they can benefit you. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions.

1-2.30pm
Monday 5th June

Venue: Online or face-to-face at Twickenham Green

Woman meditating to promote our Mindfulness Course

Carers Week Special Online Mindfulness Course – online via Zoom

Mindfulness practice can help relieve stress, anxiety and the letting go of negative emotions. Join our online workshop for an introduction to Mindfulness. Everyone welcome.

5-5.45pm
Thursday 8th June

The Scales of Justice - legal clinic

Legal Talks

The legal talks will provide information on Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and Wills. Following the workshop, there is the opportunity for a 20-minute follow-up call for further guidance if needed.

11am-12.30pm
Thursday 6th July

Venue: Online or face-to-face at Twickenham Green