Our Dorset

Community drop in - Access Wellbeing & Carer Support Dorset
2025-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Organisation: Access Wellbeing & Carer Support Dorset
Activity: Access Wellbeing’s community drop in & carer celebration with Carer Support Dorset
Description: Join us for a celebration of carers! Information and advice available from Access Wellbeing and Carer Support Dorset. Tea and coffee provided.
Contact Carer Support Dorset for more information.
Telephone: 0800 368 8349
Email: admin@carersupportdorset.co.uk
Location: Wimborne Community Centre, 41-44 King Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1EB

Weymouth Carer Support Group - with guests Carer Support Dorset and Weymouth CMHT
2025-06-13 10:30 - 12:00
Organisation: Carer Support Dorset, Weymouth CMHT and Weymouth Carer Support Group
Activity: Carer support group
Description: Weymouth Carer Support Group are a voluntary led peer-support group for families, friends, and carers. The group offers a safe, non-judgemental, and welcoming environment where members can meet to share experiences, signpost each other to other services and look after their well-being. Come and join us in an informal setting over a cup of tea or coffee. They offer a friendly and safe place for a chat and offer support and encouragement to one another in a respectful, confidential, and supportive space. Carer Support Dorset and Weymouth & Portland’s community mental health team’s carers lead will be joining us, in celebration of Carers Week 2025! As part of Carers Week 2025, we’ll also have some special goodie bags available to celebrate and thank you for all that you do.
No need to book, you are welcome to simply turn up. Contact Carer Support Dorset for more information, via telephone: 0800 368 8349 or email: admin@carersupportdorset.co.uk.
Location: The Gardeners Restaurant, Lynch Lane Garden Centre, Lynch Lane, Weymouth, DT4 7QU

Carer's celebration - Gillingham Medical Practice
2025-06-13 12:00 - 14:00
Organisation: Gillingham Medical Practice
Activity: Carer’s celebration
Description: Join Gillingham Medical Practice for a celebration of carers! Information and advice available from Carer Support Dorset. There will be refreshments available and goodie bags to celebrate and thank you for all that you do
Location: The Gillingham Outdoor Bowling Club, School Road, SP8 4QR

Day trip - Forward Carers, Carer Support, Dorset & National Trust
2025-06-14 09:45 - 14:30
Organisation: Forward Carers, Carer Support, Dorset & National Trust
Activity: Carers Week day trip – explore Brownsea Island

Description: Join us for a special Carers Week outing to the stunning National Trust site, Brownsea Island – a tranquil retreat rich with wildlife, woodland walks, and breath-taking coastal views. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to take a well-deserved break in nature.
This free trip includes:
• Complimentary ferry crossing from Poole Harbour
• Free entry to Brownsea Island
• A relaxing day to unwind, explore, and connect with others
• Pop up information stands from Forward Carers and Carer Support Dorset
Itinerary:
• Meet at Poole Harbour at 9:45am
• Return on the 2:30pm ferry
How to book: Booking essential – very limited availability. Maximum of two tickets per booking. Places are booked on a first-come, first-served basis.
To secure your place, contact Carer Support Dorset via telephone: 0800 368 8349 or email: admin@carersupportdorset.co.uk
Location: Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole BH13 7EE

Weymouth and Portland PCN - Carers Rights Day
2025-10-15 08:00 - 17:00
Organisation: Weymouth and Portland Primary Care Network
Activity: Carers Rights Day afternoon event
Description: Weymouth and Portland Primary Care Network are hosting an afternoon for Carers Rights Day for our registered carers and cared for persons. We hope you can join us for tea/coffee. This is a free event.
Location: Wellworthy Social Club, Weymouth, DT4 9BY
No need to book, just arrive or email lauren.magill@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community
2025-10-15 08:00 - 17:00
Organisation: Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community
Activity: Dementia Friends awareness session
Description: WDFC are holding a Dementia Friends Awareness Session, delivered by Sue Warr from Prama. Open to all and is one in a 3 part series this autumn/winter.
Location: Lesley Shand Funeral Service, Orchard Room, 184 Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, BH21 3LL
To secure your place contact Trish at trishhitchins@aol.com

Mid Dorset Primary Care Network drop in
2025-10-15 08:00 - 17:00
Organisation: Mid Dorset Primary Care Network
Description: Drop in chat for information, advice and general carer information.
Second Wednesday of every month
10am-12pm
Location: Dorchester Day Centre
Drop in, no need to book.

Dorchester Carers Nook
2025-11-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Dorchester Day Centre, Acland Rd, Dorchester DT1 1SH
Organisation: Mid Dorset Primary Care Network
If you care for someone, you’re welcome to drop in and take a break. The Dorchester Carers Nook runs on the second Wednesday of every month, 10:00–12:00 at Dorchester Connect Day Centre, Acland Rd, Dorchester, DT1 1SH.
You can relax in the Carer Café, meet other carers, and share experiences in a friendly space. Local organisations are on hand with clear information and practical advice. You’ll find support from social prescribers, PCN staff, and long-term condition coordinators.
While you’re here, your cared-for person can join supervised activities at the day centre. These sessions need to be booked in advance and places are limited to 10 each month. Activities are free. If you can’t make it after booking, let the centre know so someone else can take the place.
The café and information stands are drop-in, no booking needed.To book a place for activities, call Dorchester Connect Day Centre on 01305 269073.
This event is run in partnership with Age UK, Dorset Council, Carers Support Dorset, and Dorchester Day Centre.
More information, visit: Dorchester Carers Nook – Mid Dorset Primary Care Network

Online Zoom event: Carers Card (Forward Carers)
2025-11-18 18:30 - 19:15
The Carers Card and how it supports your rights
18th November 6.30pm – 7.15pm
Activity: Join us for an online event to learn about the Carer Friendly ID Card and how it has been designed to help your life as a carer.
Description:
Join us for an online zoom event to learn about the Carer Friendly ID Card and how it has been designed to Support Your Rights As a unpaid carer.
Discover how to get and use the card, why it’s important in relationship to your Rights, the exclusive benefits it offers and how we raise awareness of carers in the community.
Not sure if you’re a carer? No problem! Come join us and find out.
At the end of the session, you will meet a Carer Friendly business to learn why they have joined the programme and we’ll answer any questions you may have so you can make the most of this valuable resource.
Don’t miss out on knowing your rights as a carer, in order to use your rights, and unlock the benefits and support you deserve.
Book your space today Carers ID Card-and how it supports your rights

Wimborne Carers Information Event: Carers Rights (Prama Life)
2025-11-19 09:00 - 12:30
Organisation: Prama Life
Activity: Information event
Description: Pramalife are hosting a Carers Rights Day Event where anyone looking after anyone else can attend and speak with over 30 different organisations, all waiting to help and support carers. There will be free refreshments available as well as an activities room, so your loved one can relax and enjoy a cuppa whilst you look around the event.
Location: The Allendale Centre, Wimborne, BH21 1AS
Drop in event, no need to book.
To find our more contact carol.davies@prama.uk
07736 133445

Bridgit Care’s Visit to Dorset for Carers Rights Day: 19th November
2025-11-19 09:00 - 12:30
Bridgit Care’s Visit to Dorset for Carers Rights Day
Bridgit Care is excited to be visiting Dorset this November as part of Carers Rights Day 2025, meeting local carers and community partners to raise awareness of carers’ rights and showcase how digital tools can make support more accessible for everyone.
We will be at:

Wimborne Event: Prama Life – Wednesday 19th November, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Wimborne Carers Information Event: Carers Rights (Prama Life) – Our Dorset

Bridgit Care provides an AI-powered online platform that helps unpaid carers access personalised advice, complete self-assessments, and receive step-by-step guidance — available anytime, anywhere. The service supports carers with wellbeing, finances, employment, and local resources, helping them feel more confident and connected.
At the Dorset Carers Rights Day events, the Bridgit Care team will:

Demonstrate how the platform works and how to access local support.
Share examples of carers already benefitting from digital guidance.
Connect with organisations to strengthen Dorset’s carer support network.

🎥 Watch how Bridgit Care works: https://vimeo.com/848307429
🌐 Learn more or access Dorset support: bridgit.care/support/dorset

Veterans Brunch Club (Care UK)
2025-11-19 10:30 - 12:00
Organisation: Care UK
Description: In-house pub and chat with fellow local veterans and reminisce over brunch. Every third Wednesday of the month from 10:30am – 12pm
Every third Wednesday of the month 10:30-12 noon
Location: The Potteries, 187 York Road, Broadstone, Poole BH18 8ES
To book call 01202 124885 or email caroline.hearne@careuk.com
Veterans brunch club – free event at The Potteries | Care UK

Carers Health and Wellbeing Fair in Weymouth and Portland
2025-11-20 09:30 - 11:30
Carers Health and Wellbeing Fair, Weymouth and Portland
When: Thursday 20 November 2025, 9:30 to 11:30 am
Where: Wellworthy Social Club, Weymouth, DT4 9BY
About the event
Weymouth and Portland Primary Care Network is hosting a friendly drop-in fair for anyone in a caring role. Come for information, advice, and practical support. Most stalls support carers across Dorset, so all Dorset carers are welcome. However, some information will focus on local support for Weymouth and Portland carers.
You can also get a free blood pressure check, flu vaccination, and health check advice during the event!
Who is hosting
A Primary Care Network, PCN, is a group of local GP practices that work together so patients get joined-up care.
Weymouth and Portland PCN includes:

The Bridges
Cross Road Surgery
Royal Manor Health Centre
Weymouth Bay Medical Practice
Wyke Regis and Lanehouse Surgery

What to expect, subject to change

Carer support and connection from MyTime Young Carers and Forward Carers
Health and wellbeing information from LiveWell Dorset, and Help & Care, Dementia Coordinators and Social Prescribers
Energy, finance, and utility advice from Citizens Advice, Energy Team, Ridgewater Energy, and Wessex Water
Digital help from Dorset Council’s Tech Team
Information from Dorset Recovery Education Centre, First Point, Dorset’s Vaccination Team, Access Wellbeing Coordinators, and the Department for Work and Pensions

Meet local teams, for Weymouth and Portland carers

PCN Frailty Team
PCN Care Coordinators
Weymouth Carer Caseworker, Adult Social Care
Portland Carers Group, peer support

Drop in any time between 9:30 and 11:30 am.
Questions, contact Lauren Magill, Care Coordinator Team Lead, at lauren.magill@dorsetgp.nhs.uk.

Bridgit Care’s Visit to Dorset for Carers Rights Day: 20th November
2025-11-20 09:30 - 11:30
Bridgit Care’s Visit to Dorset for Carers Rights Day
Bridgit Care is excited to be visiting Dorset this November as part of Carers Rights Day 2025, meeting local carers and community partners to raise awareness of carers’ rights and showcase how digital tools can make support more accessible for everyone.
We will be at:

Weymouth Event: Thursday 20th November, 9:30 – 11:30 am Carers Health and Wellbeing Fair in Weymouth and Portland – Our Dorset

Bridgit Care provides an AI-powered online platform that helps unpaid carers access personalised advice, complete self-assessments, and receive step-by-step guidance — available anytime, anywhere. The service supports carers with wellbeing, finances, employment, and local resources, helping them feel more confident and connected.
At the Dorset Carers Rights Day events, the Bridgit Care team will:

Demonstrate how the platform works and how to access local support.
Share examples of carers already benefitting from digital guidance.
Connect with organisations to strengthen Dorset’s carer support network.

🎥 Watch how Bridgit Care works: https://vimeo.com/848307429
🌐 Learn more or access Dorset support: bridgit.care/support/dorset

Carers Information & Advice stand Yeovil Hospital
2025-11-20 09:30 - 14:30
Organisation: Dorset Council – Adult Carers Team
The Adult Carers Team are holding a Carers Information & Advice stand to provide information to support those in hospital, or pre & post hospital discharge. Carer support available from Dorset Council
when: 20th November. 9.30am – 2.30pm.
where: Yeovil District Hospital main foyer, YDH, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset.BA21 4AT
No need to book. Just turn up. Contact adultcarersteam@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk for more information.

Loneliness Together Chitter Chatter Club: Moordown
2025-11-20 14:30 - 15:30
Organisation: Chitter Chatter Club
Description: Chitter Chatter Clubs connect with people and bring hope of recovery from loneliness through mass advertising, flyers, free empowering monthly newsletter and in person. Chat and have new company, make new friends, and enjoy time out.
Location: Silver Lounge, Moordown
Occurs every Thursday weekly!
More information visit: https://www.helpandkindness.co.uk/search/dorset/chitter

Loneliness Together Chitter Chatter Club: Highcliffe
2025-11-20 14:30 - 15:30
Organisation: Chitter Chatter Club
Description: Chitter Chatter Clubs connect with people and bring hope of recovery from loneliness through mass advertising, flyers, free empowering monthly newsletter and in person.
Location: The Oaks, Lymington Road, Highcliffe
Occurs every Thursday weekly!
More information visit: https://www.helpandkindness.co.uk/search/dorset/chitter

Dementia Friends Awareness Session
2025-11-20 14:30 - 16:00
Organisation: Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community
WDFC are holding a Dementia Friends Awareness Session, delivered by Sue Warr from Prama. Open to all and is one in a 3 part series this Autumn/Winter.
When: 20th November 2025
Where: Lesley Shand Funeral Service, Orchard Room, 184 Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, BH21 3LL
To secure your place contact Trish at trishhitchins@aol.com

Online Zoom event: Your Rights at Work (Forward Carers)
2025-11-20 19:00 - 19:45
Support for Working Carers: Your Rights at Work
20th November 7pm – 45 min plus time for questions
Activity: Support for Working Carers: Your Rights at Work. Forward Carers Invite you to an informative online zoom session exploring carers leave and your rights in the workplace.
Description: Join us this Carers Rights Day to find out how knowing your rights can make life as a working carer that little bit easier.
Understand your rights: Learn how the Carer’s Leave Act and other workplace laws can help you balance caring with work.
Start the conversation: Get tips on how to talk to your employer about your entitlements and support.
Know your rights, use your rights: This year’s Carers Rights Day theme reminds us that support is there and you deserve to use it.
Did you know? 1 in 7 workers are carers.
Don’t miss this chance to get informed and connect with others.
Register now to secure your place.

Bournemouth Carers Information Event (BCP Carers Support)
2025-11-21 10:00 - 14:00
Organisation: BCP Carers Support
Activity: Carers Rights Day information event
Description: We are hosting a Carers Rights Day information event with local providers and organisations who support carers. Refreshments will be provided. Carers will have the opportunity to network and meet other carers in the local area. Providers will have stalls showcasing their work, along with a carers choir.
Location: Ensbury Park Community Centre, Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth, BH10 4HG

Carers and cared for people afternoon event in Christchurch (Poole North PCN)
2025-11-21 13:00 - 15:00
Poole North Primary Care Network (PCN) is hosting an afternoon event for its registered carers and their cared for people for Carers Rights Day 2025.
The Poole North PCN includes: The Harvey Practice, The Hadleigh Practice, Canford Heath Group Practice, and Birchwood Medical Centre.
When:
Friday 21st November 2025 1pm to 3pm
Where:
Christ Church28 Northmead DriveCreekmoor BH17 7XZ
This is a free event.
We hope you can join us for tea and coffee.
No need to book.

Carers Afternoon tea in Ferndown (Crane Valley PCN)
2025-11-24 14:00 - 15:30
Organisation: Crane Valley PCN
Activity: Afternoon tea and chat
Description: afternoon of tea and chat. Meet and greet with local social prescribing team who will offer support and advice.
Location: Parley Place Care Home, Ferndown, BH22 8SL
RSVP: call or text Rachel on 07462 521670 or Kate on 07462 050616 email: cranevalleysocialprescribers@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

'We Can Talk About Cancer' Training
2025-11-26 13:30 - 14:15
Organisations: Community Action Network and Cancer Research UK
Description: ‘We CAN talk about cancer’. 20-30 minute presentation, Q&A, resources such as leaflets, contact details for nurses, screening info that will be sent out after the sessions, certificates of attendance. Training sessions for unpaid carers on risks, screening and signs of cancer.
Location: Online
More information on the course: We Can Talk About Cancer | Community Action Network
Book online via Community Action Network – CAN Training – We CAN talk about cancer, online training, 26th November, 1.30pm – 2.15pm

Carers Peer Support Group, Poole
2026-06-01 10:30 - 12:30 | Leonardo Carer Support, Anne van Brussel House, Unit 1, Albany Business Park, Cabot Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BX
BCP Carer Support & Leonardo Friends Carers Peer Support Group – a regular monthly meeting open to carers registered with BCP Carer Support (attendance must be booked through BCP Carer Support). At this meeting, we will be joined by Live Well Dorset and Forward Carers, who will be talking about experiences of being a carer in our local community. The session will finish with a cream tea!
Contact: carersupport@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

West Dorset Carers Group
2026-06-01 15:30 - 17:00 | The Chapel in the Garden, 49 East St, Bridport, England, DT6 3JX
West Dorset Carers Group – join us at the Chapel in the Garden (please use the Rax Lane entrance). We are a small, friendly group and know there are carers out there supporting someone with mental health challenges who may benefit from meeting others in a similar situation, so we would warmly welcome any new members. Join us in June, where a member of the friendly Dorset Carer Service, delivered by Help & Care, will also be joining us. Free to attend and no booking necessary.
Contact: carers@helpandcare.org.uk

Gillingham Carer Peer Support Group
2026-06-03 10:30 - 12:30
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.
For 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.
Contact: carers@helpandcare.org.uk

Blandford Carers Support Cafe
2026-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Blandford Rugby Football Club-53 East Street, Blandford forum, DT11 7DX

Blandford's Hidden Gardens
2026-06-07 11:00 - 17:00 | DT11 7AW
Blandford’s Hidden Gardens – now in its 18th year, this popular event invites visitors to explore approximately 20 hidden gardens across Blandford Forum, from Georgian to modern, large gardens to smaller courtyard spaces, including some not previously opened to the public. Blandford has been described as a “Little Bath in bricks” and offers a fascinating setting to explore. Refreshments and plant sales will be available, with all proceeds supporting local charities and groups. Tickets are £7 for adults, with accompanied under-18s attending free. There are 30 FREE tickets available for carers – these must be collected from the Blandford Town Museum on a first come, first served basis (or carers can contact the museum directly on 01258 450388). Come along, explore the gardens, and spot team members from Forward Carers or the Dorset Carer Service, who will be hosting an information stand at the event.
Contact: carers@helpandcare.org.uk
Blandford’s Hidden Gardens | the National UK Open Gardens Directory
https://blandfordtownmuseum.org.uk/

Avon Beach Carers Wellbeing Walk
2026-06-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Avon Beach, located in Mudeford near Christchurch, Dorset (BH23 4AN)
If you are caring for someone and would like the chance to take some time for yourself, join us for a gentle wellbeing walk along the beautiful Avon Beach coastline during Carers Week.
This relaxed and friendly walk offers an opportunity to enjoy fresh sea air, connect with other carers, and take a mindful break in a calm and welcoming setting. The walk will follow a flat promenade route at an easy pace and is designed to be informal and supportive.
This event is for carers only, with spaces limited to 10 people to help keep the group small and welcoming. Feel free to bring your own drink or pick something up from the nearby café before the walk begins.
Please note that dogs are not permitted on this walk. Unfortunately, the route is not suitable for wheelchair users and attendees will need to be able to walk independently.
For more information please email: carersupport@bcpcouncil.gov.uk or phone: 01202 128 787
Meet at Beach Hut 19, next to the beach sauna.
Parking is available at Avon Beach Car Park.
Postcode: BH23 4AN
Pay by phone, RingGo ID 1879.

Information and Advice Drop In Sherborne
2026-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
Carers are invited this Carers Week, to drop in and chat with our Carers Caseworkers, who provide information, advice, and practical support to unpaid carers, helping them access services, understand their options, and find the right support for their caring role. The drop-in takes place at the The Walled Garden Restaurant in Sherborne.
