At Leicester Carers Support Service, we understand what it means to care. Every day, people dedicate their time, to support someone who couldn't manage without them Whether you provide help for a few hours a week or full-time care, if the support you give is unpaid, you are a carer and we are here for you.
Many people who provide essential support for a loved one don't think of themselves as a "carer"—they're just being a spouse, partner, child, parent, or friend. If you regularly look after someone who is ill, disabled, has a mental health condition, or struggles with addiction, you might be providing care.
Our Online Busy and Working Carers Café takes place on Thursday evenings, giving carers who can’t always make our daytime sessions the chance to take some time for themselves and access support.
Join us for a friendly 1-mile walk from the War Memorial in Victoria Park followed by coffee and cake, held on the first Saturday of each month for carers registered with the Leicester Carers Support Service.
Join the LGBTQ+ Carers Café at the Bradbury Centre on the second Friday of each month for a relaxed and welcoming space to connect with others, share experiences, and enjoy a cuppa in a supportive environment.
A supportive monthly group with the Leicester Carers Support Service at the Bradbury Centre where carers of neurodiverse people can share experiences, talk about the challenges they face, and connect with others who understand.
Hazel reached out for support because she wanted to continue in her caring role but was finding the demands increasingly difficult to manage. She cares for her elderly father, who has fluctuating mental health, and her sister, who has a learning disability and lives in residential care.
Wayne’s caring journey began in the 1990s while working full-time and living in the family home where he had grown up with his mum and dad. When his dad’s health began to decline, everything changed. His mum did her best to care for him, but as his condition worsened it became clear she couldn’t manage alone. Wayne made a life-changing decision — he left his job to care for his dad full time.
