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Age UK Richmond - Peace of Mind Day 2026 banner. Headline reads Peace of Mind Day Peace of Mind Day Let’s make it easier to talk about hard things. A free event to help you to think about and plan for the future - giving peace of mind to you and those around you. Tuesday 5th May At Twickenham Wellbeing Centre. Background image shows an older couple walking along a beach shoreline.

Peace of Mind Day hosted by Age UK Richmond

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Age UK Richmond is hosting a free event called Peace of Mind Day to help residents and their families prepare for the future. This session aims to simplify difficult conversations…

Coffee with Ron: Mencap’s signposting service for carers

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Richmond Mencap has launched a new signposting service called Coffee with Ron to support parents and carers of people with learning disabilities. This informal initiative is designed for those who…

Discover new opportunities at the Richmond Volunteer Fair 2026

2 weeks ago

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Looking to get more involved in your community? Visit the Richmond Volunteer Fair. The annual Richmond Volunteer Fair is back at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College (RHACC) on Wednesday…

Carer's Allowance Reassessment. Headline reads Unpaid carers impacted by unclear guidance to have debts cancelled

Carer’s Allowance: Overpayments Reassessment Exercise

2 weeks ago

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The Department for Work and Pensions has officially launched a reassessment exercise to review earnings related overpayments of Carer’s Allowance. This decision follows an independent review led by Liz Sayce…

UCL research - Improve mental health support for families and carers banner. Illustration shows a man and a woman sitting in armchairs and chatting. Headline reads RESEARCH PROJECT Calling carers to help shape the future of mental health care

UCL research – Help improve mental health support for families and carers

2 weeks ago

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We are sharing an important opportunity for you to contribute to a new study that aims to improve mental health services. Researchers at University College London are currently exploring the…

Better Gym free pass for carers

2 weeks ago

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In recognition of the vital contribution made by unpaid carers, Better leisure centres are offering opportunities to focus on physical health and mental wellbeing. This initiative aims to support those…

Stronger Together Event banner. Learning Disabilities, Community and Research event. 10am-3pm 29th May at St Mary University. Image shows a group of people in a social settings. In the foreground is a man in a wheelchair chatting with another man holding a pint.

Stronger Together: Celebrating the learning disability community

3 weeks ago

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The Learning Disability Research Team is delighted to invite unpaid carers and the wider learning disability community to a special event at Saint Marys University on 29th May. This gathering…

London LGBTQ+ Carers group banner. Illustration of four individuals sharing companionship

Peer support group for LGBTQ+ unpaid carers

4 weeks ago

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A dedicated support space for LGBTQ+ unpaid carers is now meeting monthly at London Friend on Caledonian Road. This peer led group offers a welcoming environment for individuals to connect…

Edouard Guidon runs the London Marathon for Richmond Carers Centre. Image shows a runner with a London skyline

Support Edouard Guidon in the 2026 TCS London Marathon

1 month ago

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Edouard Guidon is preparing to take on the challenge of a lifetime by running the 2026 TCS London Marathon to raise funds for Richmond Carers Centre. On Sunday 26 April…

A combined image of a hand holding the front and back of the Richmond Community Centre Guide with the visitor information centre in the background

Your Community Centre Guide: Make the most of your community

2 months ago

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Did you know that there is a network of vibrant community centres in Richmond Upon Thames? The ten centres are the heart of local communities, operated by energetic local charities…

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Peace of Mind Day hosted by Age UK Richmond

Coffee with Ron: Mencap’s signposting service for carers

Discover new opportunities at the Richmond Volunteer Fair 2026

Carer’s Allowance: Overpayments Reassessment Exercise

UCL research – Help improve mental health support for families and carers

Better Gym free pass for carers

Stronger Together: Celebrating the learning disability community

Peer support group for LGBTQ+ unpaid carers

Support Edouard Guidon in the 2026 TCS London Marathon

Your Community Centre Guide: Make the most of your community

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