Support Groups

Blackpool Carers' Centre runs a wide range of groups and new faces are always welcome. Below is a list of what's on offer.

 

 

Evening Support Group

When

First Monday of each month
6.30pm - 8.30pm

Where

The Squirrel Pub, Bispham

 

 

The Older Carers' Group

Over 60's, who care for someone with a learning disability.

When

Tuesday every 2 weeks
11am - 1pm

Where

The Red Cross Centre, Coronation Street,
Blackpool

 

 

Coffee Morning

When

2nd Tuesday of each month
10.30am - 12.30pm

Where

Blackpool Carers Centre

 

 

Carers' Forum & Speaker Group

When

Alternatively 3rd Monday of each month 10.30am - 12.30pm

Where

Blackpool Carers Centre

 

 

Carers' Coffee Morning

When

Fortnightly on Fridays
(8, 22 Oct / 5, 19 Nov / 3, 17 Dec)
10:30am - 12 noon

Where

Layton Medical Centre

 

 

Activity Groups and Sessions

Below is a list of groups/activities currently running at Blackpool Carers Centre. Click on any of the activities for more information and to download the leaflets.

Upcoming Events

19th August		Southport FLower Show Call the centre to book on 01253 393748
23rd September		Haydock Races + Lunch Approx £15, Call the centre to book on 01253 393748

 

 

		Book Group Enjoy reading books? Join our Book Group
		Computer Courses Learn IT and Internet skills, for Beginners and Intermediates
		Crafts and Gardening Various courses and one off activity days throughout the year
		Yoga Want to exercise but worried it may be too much? Try Yoga
		Reiki A stress reduction and relaxation system
		Pamper Sessions Free, complementary therapies for carers
		Trips Various day trips and outings throughout the year
		Dementia Awareness Course A course designed to help you understand and cope with caring for someone with Dementia.
		Citizens Advice Bureau Sessions Need some guidance? Call to make an appointment
		Counselling Service What it is. How it works. And how to get it.
		Picking Up The Pieces Struggling with changes in circumstances? We're here to help
		Mental Health Sessions Learn coping strategies, improve mental wellbeing or just have someone to listen