Regular Groups and Activities
Richmond Carers Centre runs a number of regular groups and activities, open to all adult carers registered with Richmond Carers Centre. This is a blended service offering both online and face-to-face sessions, details of which can be found below. To book onto one of the below activities/groups call 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org
Our online sessions are run online using Zoom. If you are not familiar with Zoom, please don’t worry as we are available to support you with this. Just let us know and we will be happy to guide you on how to use the platform.
To book onto any of our online groups, please email us at support@richmondcarers.org or call 020 8867 2380. When your place has been confirmed you will receive an email with a link to join the group along with instructions for using Zoom and information on how the group will work.
We are always developing our programme of groups and activities and we would love to hear from you if you have any suggestions or ideas as this will help us in our planning. Please email support@richmondcarers.org or call 020 8867 2380
Tai Chi Classes NEW
Richmond Carers Centre are excited to announce that we are running 12 sessions of Tai Chi for carers. It is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for defence training, health benefits, and meditation. The class will take place on Wednesday from
10.30-11.30am.
Wednesdays starting 7th September – 12th October.
(There is a 2 week break for half term).
Classes resume from 7th November – 2nd December.
Venue: Central Twickenham
Book Club
New members welcome to join a supportive group who love to read! No reading list, just bring along the book you are currently reading and share with the group. You may find a new book that you wouldn’t otherwise have read and make some new friends too.
Please call us on 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org to express your interest and we will let you know further details including how to access the group via Zoom.
10.30-11.30am
Fridays 2nd September and 7th October 2022
Venue: Online Zoom Group
Pottery Class NEW
The opportunity to come and explore your creative and artistic skills at a local pottery café. Priority for bookings will be given to newly registered carers and young adult carers aged 18-25.
10.30am-12.30pm
Thursday 29th September
Venue: Twickenham Green
Coffee Mornings
Join us for a hot drink and friendly conversation.
Please call us on 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org to express your interest.
10.30-11.30am
Wednesdays 14th September and 12th October 2022
Venue: Twickenham Green
Kew Gardens Trip
Monthly trip to Kew Gardens where you have the opportunity to explore and enjoy the delights of Kew Gardens. Carers go free as part of our membership with the Community Access Scheme. Meet promptly at the Victoria Gate to enter the gardens at 10.30am.
Limited spaces, to book call 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org
10.30am
Tuesdays 13th September and 11th October 2022
Venue: Kew Gardens
Garden Club
Come to the centre and enjoy tending to the garden and meet with other gardening enthusiasts. The group will meet monthly on the fourth Tuesday of the month
Limited spaces, to book call 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org
10.00am
Tuesdays 20th September and 25th October 2022
Venue: Richmond Carers Centre
Photography Group
There is a different theme each month and you are invited to bring along one picture that represents that theme for you. During the group sessions, you will have the opportunity to share your pictures and to have an open discussion with other carers joining the group. There may also be opportunities for you to exhibit your work in our email communications and on our website.
Please call us on 020 8867 2380 or email support@richmondcarers.org to express your interest
10.00-11.00am
Tuesdays 30th September and 28th October 2022
Venue: Online Zoom Group