Save the date! Carers Wellbeing Day returns on 12th June 2019
With the daily commitment that carers have for their ‘cared for’, life can be stressful at times and a carer’s own wellbeing can suffer. This day is about giving something back…
Would you like to talk to a counsellor?
Caring can be challenging and it can be difficult to talk to friends and family about your needs, your thoughts and maybe worries, as a carer. We offer carers the…
Coping with age-related hearing loss
deafPLUS Living with Hearing Loss training courses offer an ideal opportunity for people to learn how to cope with age-related hearing loss in a friendly, relaxed and informal setting. We…
Monday morning mindfulness
Twickenham resident and mindfulness teacher Andrea Hosfeld is launching Monday morning mindfulness sessions at her home near Twickenham Green. Starting with a short meditation, Andrea will then lead the morning’s…
Carers are invited to get creative – free art classes, spring 2019
Art of Wellbeing – Twickenham Creating art is calming, meditative and a personal journey. In these free sessions we aim to support you in this journey, teach you techniques, and…
In the Spotlight: pilot Carers Information and Support Sessions
In response to feedback from 2018’s Annual Survey and Focus groups Richmond Carers Centre piloted two Carers Information and Support Sessions last autumn: a session for parent carers of a…
Feeling a bit ill? See your local pharmacist
At the first signs of an illness, see your local pharmacist for advice and treatment on a broad range of health concerns, from troublesome coughs and flu, sore throats, earache,…
Free guides support the health and wellbeing of older people and carers
NHS England has produced two free guides providing older people with practical advice to support healthy ageing and caring. Co-produced with Age UK, Fire Rescue Service, Carers UK, Carers Trust,…
Take 10 minutes for a NHS health check
Did you know that if you are 40-74 years old you are entitled to a free NHS health check every five years with your GP? It is a simple health…
New, a ‘Men’s Shed’ for Barnes
Men’s Sheds seek to tackle the isolation that men in particular can feel from such losses as unemployment, children moving away or the death of a partner. Plans are now…
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