Looking after a family member, friend or neighbour? Come along to a FREE, friendly drop-in session for unpaid carers in Christchurch!
With Carers Rights Day taking place on 19 November 2026, this new monthly drop-in is a great opportunity to find out about the support available to you as an unpaid carer.
BCP Carer Support is launching a new monthly drop-in session at Tricuro Christchurch Connect, offering a welcoming place to get information, advice and guidance about your caring role.
Starting on Monday 16 November 2026, the sessions will take place on the third Monday of every month, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Whether you’re new to caring, have been supporting someone for years or don’t think of yourself as a carer, you’re welcome to come along.
What can you expect?
- Advice from a Carers Officer: Have a friendly chat and get practical information, advice and guidance about your caring role.
- Private one-to-one support: Lewis-Manning Hospice Care specialists will be available to offer support and advice to carers looking after someone with a life-limiting illness.
- Information about local services: Find out about support, resources and wellbeing services available to unpaid carers across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
- A welcoming place to talk: Ask questions, discuss any concerns and speak with someone who understands the challenges of caring.
- Free support with no booking needed: Simply drop in during the session. There’s no need to make an appointment or reserve a space.
Who is this event for?
These sessions are open to all unpaid carers living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Whether you’re caring for a partner, parent, child, friend or neighbour, you can come along for advice and support.
You might not think of yourself as a carer, but if you regularly help someone who couldn’t manage without your support, these sessions are for you too.
Why come along?
Carers Rights Day is all about helping unpaid carers understand their rights and find out where to get support. Although this drop-in isn’t a dedicated Carers Rights Day event, it’s a useful opportunity to ask questions, explore local services and get guidance that could make your caring role easier.
You might need advice about your caring responsibilities, want to know what help is available or simply need someone to talk to. The team is there to listen and offer support.
There’s no pressure to stay for the whole session. Just drop in whenever suits you.
When and where?
Date: Monday 16 November 2026, then the third Monday of every month
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Venue: Tricuro Christchurch Connect Building, Loring Road, Christchurch, BH23 2GZ
How to attend
The sessions are free, and there’s no need to book or register. Simply turn up on the day.
For more information, please contact BCP Carer Support:
Phone: 01202 128787
Email: carersupport@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://www.bcpcarersupport.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BCPCarerSupport
Can’t make this session?
BCP Carer Support also runs other drop-in sessions across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Visit their website or Facebook page to find out about upcoming sessions and locations.
