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SUMMARY:Online Carers Card Discovery Session
DESCRIPTION:If you are caring for someone and would like to learn more about support available to carers\, join this online discovery session to find out about the Carer Friendly ID Card and how it can support you in your caring role. \nDuring the session\, you will learn how to apply for and use the card\, why it is important\, and the benefits and discounts available through the scheme. You will also hear about how we help raise awareness of carers within local communities. \nNot sure if you’re a Carer? No problem! Come join us and find out. \nAt the end of the session\, you will also meet a Carer Friendly business to hear why they joined the programme\, with time available for us to any questions you may have so you can make the most of this valuable resource. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock the benefits and support you deserve. \nTuesday 16 June1:30pm session6:30pm session \nOnline event \nBooking required in advance.Open to carers and anyone wanting to find out more about support for carers. \nFor more information and to book your place\, please visit:Carers Card Discovery Session Booking Page
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/online-carers-card-discovery-session/
CATEGORIES:Carers Week 2026
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
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SUMMARY:Online Carers Rights at Work Discovery Session
DESCRIPTION:If you are balancing work alongside caring for someone\, join this informative online session to learn more about your rights as a working carer and the support available to help you manage both responsibilities. \nDuring the session\, Forward Carers will explain the Carer’s Leave Act and other workplace rights that may support you in your caring role. You will also have the opportunity to learn more about how to approach conversations with your employer about carers leave\, flexibility\, and workplace support. \nThis session is a chance to become better informed\, build confidence\, and connect with others who are also balancing employment and caring responsibilities. \nDid you know that 1 in 7 workers are carers? Whether you are new to caring or have been supporting someone for many years\, you are warmly welcome to attend. \nWednesday 17 June1:30pm session6:30pm session \nOnline event \nBooking required in advance.Open to working carers and anyone wanting to learn more about carers’ rights at work. \nFor more information and to book your place\, please visit: \nCarers Rights at Work Discovery Session Booking Page
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/online-carers-rights-at-work-discovery-session/
CATEGORIES:Carers Week 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T151045Z
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SUMMARY:Shaftesbury Carer Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed\, friendly chat over a cuppa. Meet other carers\, share experiences\, and connect with people who understand. There’s real value in coming together – sharing knowledge\, learning from each other’s experiences\, and building a supportive network. Take some time out for yourself and focus on your own wellbeing in a welcoming\, informal space. \nFor our June meeting\, we’ll be celebrating Carers Week! Come along for some extra sweet treats. Free to attend – no booking required. Everyone is welcome. \nContact: carers@helpandcare.org.uk
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/shaftesbury-carer-peer-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Carers Week 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T143000
DTSTAMP:20261101T193603Z
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SUMMARY:Workplace Carer Champion Training (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Cost💷: £125 + VAT per person\nDiscount⭐: 50% discount for micro and not-for-profit organisations \n  \nDo you want to help make your workplace more supportive of unpaid carers?Our Online Workplace Carer Champion Training helps organisations develop confident internal champions who can recognise and support colleagues who are balancing work with unpaid caring responsibilities. \nUsing our RISE model\, Champions learn how to:\nR – Raise positive awareness of Carers across the workplace\nI – Increase identification of Carers within the organisation\nS – Signpost Carers to appropriate information and support\nE – Empower Carers to make positive changes \nHow to book or find out more \nTo find out more about the training or how to book your place\, email carerfriendly@forwardcarers.org.uk.
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/forward-carers-workplace-carer-champion-training/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forward Carers":MAILTO:info@forwardcarers.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T140000
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SUMMARY:Bournemouth Carers Information & Support Event
DESCRIPTION:Come along\, get informed and connect with others! \nJoin BCP Carer Support for a FREE\, friendly event celebrating Carers Rights Day 2026. \nWhether you’re caring for a family member\, friend or neighbour\, this is a chance to find out about your rights\, discover local support and meet others who understand what it’s like to be an unpaid carer. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nOver 30 information and support stalls: Meet local organisations offering advice on caring\, dementia\, wellbeing\, legal matters and more.\nHelpful talks and presentations: Hear from BCP Carer Support\, Prama\, Forward Carers and Dorset Legal about carers’ rights and the support available to you.\nCarers Choir: Enjoy a performance from the Carers Choir.\nFree refreshments: Take a break\, have a chat and connect with other carers in a relaxed setting.\nFree parking: Parking is available at the venue.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis event is open to all unpaid carers\, whether you’re new to caring\, have been caring for years or are unsure if you’re a carer. It’s also a great opportunity for family members and anyone who wants to learn more about the support available locally. \nWhy come along? \nYou might have questions about your rights\, need help with a caring challenge or want to know what support is available in your area. You may simply want to meet other carers and enjoy some time out. \nThere’s no pressure to attend everything. Drop in\, explore the stalls and take part in whatever interests you. \nHow to attend \nThe event is free and everyone is welcome. Please contact BCP Carer Support: \nPhone: 01202 128787\nEmail: carersupport@bcpcouncil.gov.uk\nWebsite: bcpcarersupport.org
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/bcp-social-and-information-event/
LOCATION:Kinson Community Centre\, Pelhams Park\, Millhams Road\, Bournemouth\, BH10 7LH
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ORGANIZER;CN="BCP Carer Support":MAILTO:carersupport@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T160000
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SUMMARY:Poole Winter Wellness Event
DESCRIPTION:Poole Carers Rights Day 2026: Winter Wellness Event\nWednesday 18 November 2026 | 2pm to 4pm \nLocation: St Paul’s Church\, Culliford Crescent\, Canford Heath\, Poole\, BH17 9DW \nCost: FREE \nTake some time for yourself and discover ways to stay healthy and well this winter. \nJoin Poole North Primary Care Network for a friendly Winter Wellness Event\, bringing together local health\, wellbeing and support services. \nWhether you’re an unpaid carer\, looking after your own health or supporting someone else\, this is a chance to get practical advice\, access health checks and find out what help is available in your local area. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nHealth checks: Get your blood pressure and cholesterol checked\, with hearing checks also available.\nFlu and Covid vaccinations: An opportunity to protect your health this winter.\nHealth and wellbeing advice: Meet local health professionals and social prescribers who can help you find support.\nSupport for unpaid carers: Speak to local carer support services about the help\, advice and information available to you.\nPractical advice: Find out about energy support from Ridgewater Energy and services from Age UK and other local organisations.\nTime to relax: Enjoy hand reflexology and warm up with soup and a roll\, or a cup of tea or coffee.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis event is open to local residents\, including unpaid carers who look after a family member\, friend or neighbour. \nIt’s especially useful if you’d like to check on your own health\, find support for someone you care for or learn about local services that could make life easier. \nWhy come along? \nWhen you’re busy looking after someone else\, it’s easy to put your own health and wellbeing last. \nThis event gives you the chance to focus on yourself\, ask questions\, meet friendly local organisations and find practical support\, all in one place. \nHow to attend \nPop in between 2pm and 4pm\, have a chat and explore what’s on offer. Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/winter-wellness-event/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Church\, Culliford Crescent\, Canford Heath\, Poole\, BH17 9DW
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T123000
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SUMMARY:Wimborne Information & Support Event with Prama
DESCRIPTION:Come along\, get helpful advice and discover support for you and the person you care for. \nJoin Prama and Barchester in Dorset for a friendly Carers Rights Day event\, bringing together over 30 organisations offering information\, advice and support for unpaid carers. \nWhether you’re new to caring or have been looking after someone for years\, this is a chance to ask questions\, learn about your rights and find practical help with the challenges you may face now or in the future. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nOver 30 information and support stands: Meet organisations offering advice\, guidance and services to help you in your caring role.\nInformation about your rights: Find out more about your rights as an unpaid carer and the support you may be entitled to.\nPractical advice: Explore services and resources that could make everyday caring easier\, both now and in the future.\nActivities for the person you care for: A separate activities room will be available where loved ones can relax and enjoy a cuppa while you explore the event.\nFree refreshments: Enjoy a drink\, take a break and have a chat with other carers and local support organisations.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis event is for anyone who provides unpaid care or support to a family member\, friend or neighbour. \nYou might be caring for an older relative\, someone living with dementia\, a person with a disability or someone with a long-term health condition. \nYou’re welcome whether you have lots of questions\, need specific advice or simply want to find out what’s available locally. \nWhy come along? \nCaring can bring new challenges\, and knowing where to turn for help can make a real difference. \nThis event gives you the chance to speak directly with local organisations\, discover support you may not know about and feel more confident about your caring role. \nYou can also bring the person you care for\, with a separate room available where they can relax while you look around. \nHow to attend \nNo need to book! This is a free drop-in event\, so you can come along anytime between 9am and 12:30pm and stay for as long as you like. \nFor more information: \nEmail: carol.davies@prama.uk \nPhone: 07736 133445
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/pramalife-carers-rights-day-2026-event/
LOCATION:The Allendale Centre\, Wimborne\, BH21 1AS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Session: Know Your Rights with Bridgit Care
DESCRIPTION:Do you know your rights as an unpaid carer and where to turn for support? \nJoin Bridgit Care and a guest panel for a FREE\, interactive online session (Microsoft Teams) exploring carers’ rights and how they apply to everyday caring situations. \nThrough real-life examples\, shared experiences and practical advice\, you’ll learn more about your rights\, the support you may be entitled to and what steps you can take when you need help. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nUnderstand your rights: Learn about the rights of unpaid carers and how they apply to real-life caring situations.\nReal experiences and discussions: Hear from carers and professionals about common challenges and ways to overcome them.\nPractical advice: Explore what you can do when you face difficulties accessing information\, services or support.\nFree resources: Receive a Carers’ Rights Guide and a Support & Entitlement Checklist to help you understand what support may be available.\nAI support tool: Get access to Bridgit Care’s Carers’ Rights AI Coach\, which can help you explore questions about carers’ rights and support.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis session is suitable for unpaid carers who support a family member\, friend or neighbour\, as well as professionals and organisations who work with carers. \nWhether you’re new to caring\, have been caring for years or support carers as part of your job\, this session will help you build your knowledge and confidence. \nWhy attend? \nUnderstanding your rights can help you access the support you need and feel more confident when making decisions about your caring role. \nThis session offers a chance to learn from real experiences\, ask questions and leave with useful resources you can refer to afterwards. \nAs the event is online\, you can join from home or wherever suits you. \nHow to book \nThis is a free online event\, but you’ll need to register in advance to receive the joining details: \nhttps://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a7acab4b-d20b-46fa-89d3-f4aa9abd3716@c39003e0-ac22-418b-afd0-aed6170e2524 \n 
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/bridgit-online-session-regarding-rights/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bridgit Care":MAILTO:contact@bridgit.care
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T184500
DTSTAMP:20261101T195540Z
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SUMMARY:Online Session: Your Rights at Work with Forward Carers
DESCRIPTION:Are you juggling a job alongside caring for a family member or friend? Find out about your rights and the support you can ask for at work. \nBalancing work and unpaid caring responsibilities isn’t always easy\, especially if you’re unsure what help you’re entitled to. \nJoin Forward Carers for a short\, informative online session designed to help working carers understand their employment rights\, explore the support available and feel more confident talking to their employer about their caring responsibilities. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nUnderstand your rights at work: Learn about employment rights for unpaid carers\, including Carer’s Leave.\nFind out about Carer’s Leave: Explore what this means\, who may be eligible and how to request time off to support someone you care for.\nSupport from your employer: Learn about the types of workplace support you can ask for to help balance your job and caring responsibilities.\nConfidence to have conversations: Get practical guidance on talking to your manager or employer about your caring role and the support you need.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis session is for anyone who works while providing unpaid care or support to a family member\, friend or neighbour. \nYou might be working full-time or part-time\, caring for an older parent\, a partner\, a child with additional needs or someone with a disability or long-term health condition. \nIt’s also useful if you’ve recently taken on caring responsibilities or are finding it harder to balance work and caring. \nWhy attend? \nMany working carers don’t realise they have specific rights at work or know what support they can ask for. \nIn just 45 minutes\, you’ll gain a better understanding of your options and feel more prepared to speak with your employer about what could help. \nAs the session is online and takes place in the evening\, you can join from home without needing to travel. \nHow to book \nRegister online to secure your place and receive details of how to join the session. \nRegister for Your Rights at Work with Forward Carers
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/forward-carers-support-for-working-carers-your-rights-at-work/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forward Carers":MAILTO:info@forwardcarers.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T183000
DTSTAMP:20261101T200039Z
CREATED:20261021T083711Z
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SUMMARY:Online Session: Discover the Carer Friendly ID Card with Forward Carers
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there’s an ID card that can help you feel recognised as an unpaid carer and give you access to exclusive benefits and discounts? \nJoin Forward Carers for a friendly online session to discover the Carer Friendly ID Card\, how it works and the ways it could make everyday life a little easier. \nWhether you’ve been caring for someone for years\, are new to caring or aren’t sure if you’re a carer at all\, this session is for you. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nDiscover the Carer Friendly ID Card: Find out what the card is\, why it was created and how it helps raise awareness of unpaid carers in the community.\nLearn how to get and use your card: Understand how to apply and make the most of the card in everyday life.\nExplore exclusive benefits and discounts: Discover the offers available to cardholders through Carer Friendly businesses.\nMeet a Carer Friendly business: Hear directly from a local business about why they’ve joined the programme and how they’re helping to support unpaid carers.\nAsk questions: Get answers to your questions about the card\, its benefits and how it could help you.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis session is for anyone who provides unpaid care or support to a family member\, friend or neighbour. \nYou might be caring for an older parent\, a partner\, someone with a disability or a person with a long-term health condition. \nNot sure if you’re a carer? You’re welcome too! The session can help you understand what being an unpaid carer means and whether the card could be right for you. \nWhy attend? \nThe Carer Friendly ID Card is designed to help unpaid carers feel recognised and supported\, while offering access to useful benefits and discounts. \nIn just one hour\, you’ll learn how to get your card\, where you can use it and how to make the most of what’s on offer. \nWith an afternoon and an evening session available\, you can choose the time that works best around your caring responsibilities. \nHow to book \nChoose either the 1:30pm or 6:30pm session and book your place online. \nYou’ll receive details of how to join the online session once your booking is confirmed. \nBook your Carer Friendly ID Card Discovery Session
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/forward-carers-carers-card-discovery/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forward Carers":MAILTO:info@forwardcarers.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T133000
DTSTAMP:20261101T200728Z
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SUMMARY:Dorset & BCP: Free Workplace Carer Champion Training
DESCRIPTION:Cost: FREE for eligible employers in Dorset and Bournemouth\, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) \nWould you like to help make your workplace more supportive of employees who balance work with unpaid caring responsibilities? \nJoin Forward Carers for a free\, in-person Workplace Carer Champion Training session\, funded by Leonardo Carer Support for employers across Dorset and BCP. \nMany people balance their jobs with looking after a family member\, friend or neighbour. This training will help you understand the challenges working carers face and give you the skills and confidence to support them. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nUnderstand working carers: Learn about the challenges employees face when balancing work with unpaid caring responsibilities.\nRaise awareness: Discover ways to help colleagues recognise and talk about their caring roles.\nIdentify carers in your workplace: Learn how to recognise colleagues who may benefit from additional understanding and support.\nSignpost to support: Find out how to guide working carers towards helpful information\, services and resources.\nMake a positive difference: Build the skills and confidence to become a Workplace Carer Champion and help create a more supportive workplace.\nBreakfast and refreshments: Enjoy breakfast and refreshments during the training session.\n\nWho is this event for? \nThis training is aimed at employers and employees in Dorset and BCP who want to improve support for unpaid carers in the workplace. \nIt’s particularly useful for managers\, HR staff\, team leaders\, wellbeing champions and anyone interested in becoming a Workplace Carer Champion. \nYou don’t need to be an unpaid carer yourself to attend. \nWhy attend? \nMany employees have caring responsibilities outside work\, but they may not feel comfortable discussing them or know what support is available. \nBy becoming a Workplace Carer Champion\, you can help colleagues feel recognised\, understood and supported\, while encouraging positive changes in your workplace. \nThanks to funding from Leonardo Carer Support\, eligible employers in Dorset and BCP can access this training free of charge. \nHow to book or find out more \nTo find out more about the training\, check eligibility or ask how to book your place\, contact Leonardo Carer Support. \nPhone: 01202 698325 \nEmail: info@leonardocarersupport.org
URL:https://ourdorset.org.uk/event/forward-carers-free-employee-in-person-carer-champion-training-dorset-bcp/
LOCATION:Leonardo Carer Support\, Anne van Brussel House\, Unit 1\, Albany Business Park\, Cabot Lane\, Poole\, Dorset\,  BH17 7BX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leonardo Carer Support":MAILTO:info@leonardocarersupport.org
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