Some of these are for carers only and some include going with the person you care for.
If you know of any others that would help carers please let us know and we can add them to our website.
Friendship cafes are a place to meet others on an informal basis, and to find out more about Age UK York’s services. Carers and family members are welcome to attend.
The following organisations are not carer focused but they do offer support, and carers have told us that they have found connecting with these groups and services helpful
Carers Support Group – Tang Hall York
Meet others who understand what you’re going through at our peer support group. The group is run by a facilitator and offers a chance to ask questions, get information and share experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Drop-in groups for people experiencing memory problems or looking to improve their brain health, carers are welcome to come along as well.
Acomb – Wednesday, 10am to 12 noon, Our Lady’s Catholic Church, Cornlands Road, Acomb YO24 3DX.
Wigginton – Friday, 1pm to 3pm, Wigginton Recreational Hall, YO32 2LL.
Healthwatch York produce a Dementia an a Mental Health and Wellbeing guide which both list all the local services and have proved useful for many carers.
Our door will always be open until every woman in our area feels safe, supported and able to be the person they always wanted to be. Our purpose is to provide non-judgmental support and information to all women. Whatever their reason for seeking help, we recognise that women face challenges in their lives that can be distinct from those of men. Our services are tailored to support women to make the changes they need to improve their lives, at their own pace.
Local Area Coordinators work with individuals and families of all ages and abilities. They take time to get to know you, your family, friends, carers and your community, so they can help you to build a strong support network.
Local Area Coordinators help you stay safe, well, independent and connected to your local community by:
We bring men together to socialise, exercise, enjoy themselves, talk and let off steam in a non-judgmental, friendly and supportive environment. These are all essential for physical and mental wellbeing.
If you have a partner/friend with MS here’s a chance to meet up with those in a similar situation have a chat a drink and a bite to eat at monthly meetings in Clifton, York.
A group that offers friendship and support locally to people with Parkinson’s, their families and carers at monthly meetings in New Earswick, York.
A kinship carer is a relative or close family friend who provides full-time care for a child when their parents can’t, keeping the child within their familiar network, which includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, or even family friends.
Join us to meet other kinship carers in your area and listen and share with others who understand. All kinship carers regardless of the type or existence of a formal court order are welcome. Meetings are monthly at Tesco, Dringhouses, York.
Chat to people with dementia, their carers, family and friends at our friendly and relaxed dementia café. At each session you can ask questions, share your experiences and get the help, advice and information you need in an informal and sociable setting.
