Carers Group Leader and Supporters

Bridgwater, Somerset, England, United Kingdom
Community & family
People with disabilities
Older people
Summary Lead a monthly meeting for those who care for their family or friends for Bridgwater.
Detailed descriptionDETAILED DESCRIPTIONCarers Groups give unpaid carers of friends and family the opportunity to take a much needed break, socialise with other carers, share experiences, laugh, cry and find out how to access local information, resources, and other sources of support.We need a volunteer to lead our Bridgwater Group date and time to be agreed.Key roles are negotiable but may includeWelcoming Carers as they arrive, helping new attendees feel safe and valued.Working with Somerset Carers Service to organise speakers, information sharing and peer support.Undertaking online training and face to face occasional meetingsWorking with a range of volunteers to deliver an agenda agreed by the attendees, yourself and Somerset Carers Service.Encourage empathy and mutual support, developing a nurturing confidential environmentHelping people make friends and share experiences.Awareness of caring for friends and family and the support available.
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