Gloucestershire Carers Hub

07/05/2026

Gloucestershire voices needed to help shape national SEND reforms 📣

The Department for Education is asking for views on its proposed changes to SEND support in England.

If you are...

✔️ A parent or carer of a child with SEND
✔️ A young person with SEND
..this is your opportunity to share your experiences.

🗓️ The consultation is open now until 18 May 2026
🖥️ Take part https://orlo.uk/DfE_SEND_UqPW6

06/05/2026

Next week is Dying Matters Awareness Week and Team Great Oaks will be out and about to answer your questions about our services and have a chat 💚
We don't want to be talking to ourselves and you might be surprised about the services we offer, so pop along and say hello 💚

06/05/2026

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

Worried about your child or young person's emotional well-being?

We understand how difficult it can be to know how best to support your child or young person.

Our FREE Live webinars are here to support you!

These webinars offer practical tools and expert advice to empower and support parents and carers of young people aged 11-18 in Gloucestershire.

Delivered Live via Zoom, each webinar is designed to help parents and carers build confidence and understanding around their young person’s emotional wellbeing.

Our upcoming sessions cover two in-demand topics:
⭐Self-Harm Explained
Understand the why behind self‑harm, recognise warning signs, and learn compassionate, evidence‑based ways to support your young person with confidence.

⭐Exam Stress & Anxiety
Support your child through exam season by exploring academic burnout, healthy routines, coping strategies, and how to stay calm and connected during stressful times.

Book onto a webinar today!
www.letstalkwell.org.uk/parents-carers/webinars

05/05/2026

⚡ Be Empowered – Contingency Planning
Join us at the Churn Carers Group for an interactive Be Empowered session focused on contingency planning.

📍 Ashcroft Church, Ashcroft Road, Cirencester, GL7 1RA
📅 Monday 18th May
🕑 2.00pm – 3.45pm

Explore:
✅ What to put in place to reduce panic
✅ How to ensure the right information is shared at the right time
✅ What support is available during a crisis

A practical and reassuring session to help carers feel more prepared and supported 💛

To book please email bookings@peopleplus.co.uk

04/05/2026

📢 May Bank Holiday Closure Notice
Please note that our services are closed today due to the May Bank Holiday.
We will reopen tomorrow as normal.

03/05/2026

📞 The Care Advice Line – Care Funding (Zoom)
💡 Understand care funding with confidence 💡
Join The Care Advice Line for an informative session focused on care funding, with time for questions at the end.
📅 Friday 15th May
🕥 10.30am – 11.30am
💻 Online (Zoom)
This session will help carers better understand available options and feel more informed when making important decisions. An ideal opportunity to get clear, trusted information and ask questions in a supportive space.

To book please email bookings@peopleplus.co.uk

02/05/2026

🌙 Yoga Nidra with Jasper
🧘‍♀️ Deep relaxation for mind and body 🧘‍♂️
Join Jasper for a calming Yoga Nidra session designed to help you fully relax and reset.
📅 Wednesday 6th May & Wednesday 20th May
🕡 6.30pm – 7.30pm
💻 Online (Zoom)
All you need is a blanket and a comfortable place to lie down as you’re guided through a relaxing meditation session, all from the comfort of your own home. Perfect for carers looking to unwind after a long day 🌿

To book please email: bookings@peopleplus.co.uk

01/05/2026

Silvers & Carers is a supportive and creative space for adults and elderly people with memory problems and any form of dementia and their care givers. It takes place fortnightly on a Friday, 10am - 12noon, taking place at Imagine Therapeutic Arts at Fromehall Mill, Stroud. Upcoming dates: 24th April; 8th & 22nd May; 12th & 26th June; 10th July. For more information email info@imagine-therapeutic-arts.co.uk or call 07942 908900

01/05/2026

🧘 Distance Reiki with Pam (Zoom)
✨ Time to relax and unwind ✨
Join Pam for a Distance Reiki session on Zoom and take an hour just for you.
📅 Wednesday 13th May
🕒 3.15pm – 4.15pm
💻 Online (Zoom)
Follow Pam’s gentle instructions as you relax and enjoy this calming session from the comfort of your own home. A wonderful opportunity for carers to pause, breathe, and restore energy 💛

To book email: bookings@peopleplus.co.uk

30/04/2026

⭐️ NEW⭐️
SPACE programme
Supporting parents and Children Emotionally.

This course is a 5 week course with one session for parents and one session for children 7-11yrs per week.
Come along to gain skills in managing yours and your children's emotions and develop resilience.
🗓 Thurs 4th June - 1st Parents Session then following 4 Thursdays
⏰️ 9.30- 11 am

🗓 Tues 9th June - 1st Children's Session then the following 4 Tuesdays
⏰️ 3.30-4.30pm

📍 Both sessions will take place at Noahs Ark Children and Family Centre

To book
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Gu4xGNUAs7