Carers Week 2024 Carers Week (10-16 June 2024) Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. It also helps people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. The campaign is brought to life by thousands of individuals and organisations who come together to provide support for carers, run activities, highlight the vital role carers play in our communities and draw attention to just how important caring is. We're planning a programme of free events and activities to support the national campaign (10-16 June). These are designed to help unpaid carers directly, plus health and social care professionals that refer or signpost carers to our services. Our thanks go to all the carers, staff and partner organisations that will be joining us to celebrate the tremendous contributions made by unpaid carers throughout the year. Carers Week plans are continuing to be developed.Please keep and eye out for further activities to come. What activities are coming up for Carers Week so far? Tuesday 11th June: Mini Roadshow at Stocksbridge with other organisations at 3pm-7pm - to be confirmed. NHS Stand at the Moor Market at 10am-2pm Wednesday 12th June: We are partnering with CWS to provide online exercise classes through Zoom. These are around 45 minutes each. Once you have reserved your spot for your chosen class/classes we will then email you a zoom link to join before the exercises take place. Please have a steady chair ready and suitable clothing for gentle exercises. 10-11 Chair Aerobics This is a low impact exercise class that builds strength and improves flexibility without putting too much strain on the body. Perfect for those with limited mobility. 11-12 Aerobic workout (standing) This exercise uses a combination of moderate intensity movement to tone muscles and improve co-ordination and cardiovascular fitness. It is suitable for beginners and can be taken at your own pace. 1-2pm Mindful and Movement (stretches/tai Chi and Mindfulness) This is a low intensity movement and relaxation class. Comprising of a combination of structured movement, stretches, ti-chi, balance, and mindfulness. 2-3pm Barre Pilates Bare Pilates takes the basic foundations of Pilates and combines them with ballet inspired moves to enhance posture, core strength, and improve balance. Reserve a place here >>> Thursday 13th June: Mini Roadshow at St Mary's with other organisations at 11am-2pm - to be confirmed. Friday 14th June: Carers Café is taking place at the Town Hall (S1 2HH) at 10am-12pm. This is a free event to attend with no booking required. During the Carers Cafe there will be a performance from the Carers Choir, readings from the Carers Life Writing Group, and a free raffle. These activities may change and we will continue to update this page. Manage Cookie Preferences