News and Information

Local and national news items that may be of interest to carers as well as updates on policies, benefits, laws and other processes that may effect carers.

What makes a carer-friendly GP practice?

The Richmond and Kingston Clinical Commissioning Group led a facilitated discussion with carers at the recent Carers Wellbeing Day in York House, Twickenham. Seventy-one carers attended the event itself with…

Creative Writing and Discussion Group

Come along to our new Creative Writing and Discussion Group and hear from guest speakers with a view to inspiring your writing. Speakers include Jess Kidd, author of Himself and…

‘Sensory Palaces’ at Hampton Court Palace

These sessions, for carers and their cared for with early-stage dementia, are held on Tuesdays and include sensory and verbal storytelling with simple craft activity. Georgian Public Ceremonies, 19th February,…

Richmond Aid Advice and Information on Disability

Richmond AID is a Teddington-based charity and we are celebrating 30 years this November. For more information or to get involved in birthday celebrations, email info@richmondaid.org.uk or call 020 8831…

Carers Wellbeing Day – 14th June, 2018

Thursday 14th June 2018, 10am to 2pm York House, Twickenham Why not give yourself these few short hours to indulge in some of our wellbeing activities? These include guided relaxation, Indian…

Crime Prevention Team – Scams

The crime prevention team offers scam presentations, advice on personal safety and security, free home security survey, advice on locks (door, shed, bike), CCTV and burglar alarms. See below examples…

Lasting Power of Attorney refunds

If you paid to register a Power of Attorney in England or Wales between 1st April 2013 and 31st March 2017, you’re owed a refund of up to £54. Under…