Carers Social Greenwich

Caring isn’t just my family's story, it is the story of millions, caring for each other, dealing with tough times, and keeping going with love. Sharing our story hasn't been easy, but it's important. It's time to bring carers' experiences into the light.

A full house on Friday at Woolwich Town Hall for our “ Leaving Home, Moving On” event. Talks from experts & family carers to help us plan for this challenging life stage. Thx to everyone who helped bring it together! Thx @mlo_lo for your encouragement, support and access!

What a fab time we had today singing carols and festive songs for the folk of Index Day Opportunities in Charlton! Singing brings people together and makes you happy. Join our Greenwich Carers Voices, free term time sessions with a professional choir leader!

Christmas has now started! We love this time of year. Thanks to everyone who came to our Christmas Dinner for carers and their loved ones at the Harvester Falcon last night 🤩

Join us online on 2nd December at 7-8pm for a special info Zoom with @Royal_Greenwich Mobility Outreach.

🎅Planning your week? Catch the Heart n Soul choir carol singing in the ticket hall of Canary Wharf Jubilee line station on Wednesday 4th Dec from 4.30 to 7pm and at Beckenham on Saturday night. Donate from Tuesday at ow.ly/1XK750UhGCL and Big Give will DOUBLE your gift!

🚨DR UK's Statement on Passing of Assisted Dying Bill We stand firmly against a law that risks pressuring Disabled people into decisions driven by lack of options rather than genuine choice. This bill could reinforce the narrative that Disabled people’s lives are less valuable.

@Cllrjfahy We’d love to see you ! ❤️

Hope to drop in

Happy Diwali everyone ! This beautiful Rangoli sand picture was made by one of our carers, Anjana. 🎇🪔🎇🪔🌈🌟✨

With the holiday season not too far away, now is the time to book for Relaxed Performances in London theatres. Visit officiallondontheatre.com/access/relaxed/ to see what’s on offer. (And a special thank you to staff at @rbo_org today for kindness and help making a booking 👏)

Carers! Our Autumn Diary dates include some very useful guest visits to our coffee morning, an evening info zoom on Blue Badges and Mobility and an inclusive Christmas / Holiday party. Take a look and see you soon ! carerssocialgreenwich.com/diary-dates

Do you struggle with lifting and handling your loved one? This two hour advice session at @greenwichcarers on Thursday looks really useful.

Really enjoyed our regular chat with Kirsty Price from the Commissioning dept @Royal_Greenwich. We talked about how things are going & what carers need. Kirsty gave us an update on the changes and improvements in motion. Teamwork to make the dream work 😊

We really enjoyed getting together at the Carers Forum focused on learning difficulties last week @greenwichcarers. Information networks are vital for our community. It’s also good to meet in person, not just online! Thanks Edithe @HopeDare for representing CSG.

A really useful session for your loved one at @AdvocacyinGreen on the topic of hate crime on 26 Sept. And after discussion, bingo, drinks and biscuits.

A free pass to your local Better leisure centre next Wednesday!! Celebrate National Fitness Day, take the first step to better physical and mental health 😊

Squid Ink returns to the Albany Deptford on Friday 4 October, a DJ night for young people (aged 10-25) with learning disabilities and autistic people, their families and friends. @HeartnSoulArt heartnsoul.co.uk/squid-ink

📢We’re running an open day on 26th September about our opportunities for young people with a learning disability in Camden. Discover our employment and training programmes and much more! Find out more about the event: loom.ly/Kc9JGMU #openday #employment #skills

Get up-to-date info on opportunities and services for your adult with LD at @greenwichcarers on Thursday 19 Sept at 10:30-12:30