Activities with Carers' Trust Heart of England 2025 - Print version

Activities with Carers' Trust Heart of England 2025 to 2026

Carers' book club

Join us at our new carers book club, which provides an enjoyable and inclusive way to connect with like-minded readers, explore new books and engage in meaningful discussions. (Second Tuesday of the Month)

• Tuesday 11 November - 10am to 11:30am
• Tuesday 16 December - 10am to 11:30am
• Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 10am to 11:30am
• Tuesday 10 February 2026 - 10am to 11:30am 

Mental health care and share 

This is a group aimed at those who care for others with mental health struggles. It offers a chance to talk to like-minded carers and our team in a safe environment. All carers have the opportunity to speak, and coffee and tea is provided! (First Tuesday of the Month)

• Tuesday 4 November - 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Tuesday 2 December -- 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Tuesday 6 January 2026 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Tuesday 3 February 2026 - 10:30am to 12:30pm

Beyond Limits carers' group 

Supporting those who care for adults with learning disabilities, to enable them to talk with other carers and have a safe space to discuss any ideas or concerns that they may have. It also enables us to share ideas to widen the support network for carers and to source other support platforms. (Second Tuesday of the Month)

• Tuesday 11 November - 12pm to 1:30pm
• Tuesday 9 December - 12pm to 1:30pm
• Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 12pm to 1:30pm
• Tuesday 10 February 2026 - 12pm to 1:30pm

UHCW carers' coffee morning

Take a Break and join us at UHCW in the Faith Centre for a warm and welcoming Carers Coffee Morning. Meet others, share experiences and enjoy refreshments. (Second Thursday of the month)

• Thursday 13 November - 9am to 1pm
• Thursday 11 December - 9am to 1pm
• Thursday 15 January 2026 - 9am to 1pm
• Thursday 12 February 2026 - 9am to 1pm

Social group 

Join us in a different social setting around Coventry on the first Thursday of each month, for a chat and a cuppa!
We visit venues that are near a bus route, and we meet up and explore the venue so that Carers can go back themselves in their own time as well if they want to, then we finish up with a cuppa and a chat.
Whether you come for the local interest, the social connection, or simply to have a short while away from your caring role in a ‘no pressure’ group, you are welcome. (First Thursday of the month)

• Thursday 6 November - 12:30pm to 2pm
• Thursday 4 December - 12:30pm to 2pm
• Thursday 8 January 2026 - 12:30pm to 2pm
• Thursday 5 February 2026 - 12:30pm to 2pm

Working carers' group 

Our working carers group is a supportive and confidential space for those balancing work and caring. We meet once a month to offer peer support, practical advice and emotional encouragement. Join us to share your experiences, access resources, and connect with others who truly understand the challenges of juggling work and care. (First Thursday of the month)

• Thursday 6 November - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
• Thursday 4 December - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
• Thursday 8 January 2026 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
• Thursday 5 February 2026 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Working Carers' Group - Virtual session via Zoom

Our working carers group is a supportive and confidential space for those balancing work and caring.  Join us on Zoom to share your experiences, access resources, and connect with others who truly understand the challenges of juggling work and care.

• Wednesday 26 November - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Walking group 

A lovely outdoor walk where you can stretch your legs, meet our team and get to know fellow carers. We meet once a month and visit different parks and open spaces across Coventry.

• Tuesday 18 November – 12pm to 1pm - War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry CV3 6PT (meeting point: Outside the War Memorial Park Visitor Centre)

Please contact the team for further dates and times.

Flower arranging 

Join us in making a lovely flower arrangement to take home.

• No dates at present

Milan group 

South Asian carers group. A fun session where you can get to know other carers in a fun environment from similar backgrounds. (Fourth Thursday of the Month)

• Thursday 27 November – 10:30am to 12pm
• Thursday 22 January 2026 - 10:30am to 12pm
• Thursday 26 February 2026 - 10:30am to 12pm

Care Home support group

Do you care for someone who has moved into a care home, or could this be a possibility in the near future? Join our friendly peer support group to meet others in your situation, no matter which home your loved one resides in. Join us at Victoria Mews Care Home, Coventry CV3 2DF (First Wednesday of the Month)

•  Wednesday 5 November  - 1:30pm to 3pm 
• Wednesday 3 December - 1:30pm to 3pm
• Wednesday 7 January 2026  - 1:30pm to 3pm
• Wednesday 4 February 2026 - 1:30pm to 3pm

Care Home support group

Do you care for someone who has moved into a care home, or could this be a possibility in the near future? Join our friendly peer support group to meet others in your situation, no matter which home your loved one resides in. Join us at Earlsdon Park Village, Albany Road, Coventry CV5 6JQ

•  Wednesday 5 November  - 2pm to 3:30pm 

Caring across cultures

Foleshill Library, Broad Street CV6 5BG

• Tuesday 11 November - 3:30pm to 5pm

Please have a look at which activities you would like to attend and register your interest by emailing the team [mailto:carergroups@carerstrusthofe.org.uk] or giving them a call on 024 7663 2972 (option 1).

To attend a session, it is important that you are registered with Carers' Trust Heart of England.

Most of our groups are based in Coventry City Centre and location will be confirmed upon booking.

Carers' Trust drop-in sessions

Henley Green Grub Hub

Henley Green Community Centre, Coventry CV2 1HQ

Canley Social Supermarket

Canley Community Centre was re-launched in 2015 with the aim of being a valued resource for the people of Canley and the wider community and it has the uplifting aspirational motto of - ‘Never say you can’t! You can in Canley’.
Carers Trust Heart of England joins the Social Supermarket and offers Drop-in Carer advice.

Canley Community Centre, Coventry CV4 8FT

Caludon Centre

A space for carers to pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer. 

Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry CV2 2TE

Central Library

Springfield Medical Practice

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer.

Bennetts Road, Coventry CV6 5BG

Broad Street Meeting Hall

126 Broad Street, Coventry CV6 5BG (Fourth Monday of the Month)

Willenhall Primary Care Centre

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer.

Remembrance Road, Coventry CV3 3DG

Forum Health Centre

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer.

1A Farren Road, Coventry CV2 5EP

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer.

1 Balliol Road, Coventry CV2 3DR

• Monday 10 November - 10am to 12pm

Carer Money Matters

Join us and chat to our advisors who can provide tailored advice on how you may be able to save money, including advice on energy tariffs, saving water and financial entitlements. (Last Thursday of the month)

Pathways Family Hub, Lawrence Saunders Road, Coventry CV6 1HD

• Thursday 30 October - 5pm to 7pm
• Thursday 27 November - 5pm to 7pm

Carers' drop-in clinic at the Dementia Hub

Drop-in advice and listening clinic, held monthly at the Dementia Hub for all carers not just those caring for a loved one with a Dementia diagnosis.
Based in the ‘Forget-Me-Not Café’ at the hub – a lovely Dementia Friendly café and social space – drop by and speak to Carers Trust Heart of England Staff on the first Wednesday of the month, any time between 10am – 12.30pm. (First Wednesday of the Month)

Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub, Everdon Road, Holbrooks, Coventry CV6 4FB

• Wednesday 5 November – 10am to 12.30pm
• Wednesday 3 December – 10am to 12.30pm
• Wednesday 7 January 2026 - 10am to 12:30pm

Coundon Library

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer. (Third Tuesday of the month) 

Moseley Avenue, Coventry CV6 1HT

• Tuesday 18 November - 2pm to 3pm
• Tuesday 16 December - 2pm to 3pm
• Tuesday 20 January 2026 - 2pm to 3pm

Canley Library

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer. (Fourth Monday of the month) 

Prior Deram Walk, Coventry CV4 8FT

• Monday 27 October - 12pm to 1pm
• Monday 24 November - 12pm to 1pm
• Monday 22 December - 12pm to 1pm
• Monday 26 January 2026 - 12pm to 1pm

Allesley Park Library

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer. (Fourth Monday of the month)

Whitaker Road, Coventry CV5 9JE

• Monday 27 October - 2pm to 3pm
• Monday 24 November - 2pm to 3pm
• Monday 22 December - 2pm to 3pm
• Monday 26 January 2026 - 2pm to 3pm

Tile Hill Library

Carers can pop in and have a chat about their caring role and the services we offer. (Last Tuesday of the month) 

Jardine Crescent, Coventry CV4 9PL

• Tuesday 28 October - 2pm to 3pm
• Tuesday 25 November - 2pm to 3pm
• Tuesday 30 December - 2pm to 3pm
• Tuesday 26 January 2026 - 2pm to 3pm

Carers Hospital Drop in

Come along and meet our advisors to see what support is available to help you in your caring role

PALS office, University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry CV2 2DX (every Tuesday)

• Tuesday 28 October - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 4 November - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 11 November - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 18 November - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 25 November - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 2 December - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 9 December - 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday 16 December- 1pm to 5pm

Carers Hospital Drop in

Come along and meet our advisors to see what support is available to help you in your caring role

PALS office, University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry CV2 2DX (every Thursday)

• Thursday 30 October - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 6 November - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 13 November - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 20 November - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 27 November  - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 4 December - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 11 December  - 9am to 12pm
• Thursday 18 December  - 9am to 12pm

If you would like to find out more about any of the drop ins, you can, by emailing the team [mailto:carergroups@carerstrusthofe.org.uk] or giving them a call on 02476 632972 (option 1).