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This newsletter contains the latest news and messages from Coventry City Council and information about local community groups and partners who are offering local support.
In this issue:
Hello and welcome to this special edition of the Carers' Bulletin. This year's theme for Carers Week is "Building Carer Friendly Communities" calling for better recognition and support for unpaid carers.
A carer friendly community is a place, space, or organisation that values carers and helps to support them by identifying carers, listening and responding to their experiences, so that their voices are heard.
In this bulletin, you will find lots of information about all the activities and events that are taking place during Carers Week. We look forward to seeing you there!
We hope you find this additional bulletin helpful and once again we want to say the biggest thank you for all your ongoing support and love that you provide, day in day out to your loved ones. Take care.
Join us to celebrate carers week on Monday 8 June from 2pm to 7pm.
The event is taking place at the Coventry Building Society Arena in the Premier Lounge.
At the event, you will be able to:
- Chat to our Day Break and regulated care team to explore our care and respite services
- Meet our adult wellbeing and young carers teams
- Talk to our community partners & find out what local support is available to you and your family
- Bring the whole family & enjoy arts and crafts, and much more.
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Coventry Building Society Arena
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An exciting event where you can speak to a multitude of local organisations who may be able to help support you in your caring role. There will be plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Henna session for carers - 3pm-6pm.
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Central Library Smithford Way CV1 1FY
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Join us at our book club, which provides an enjoyable & inclusive way to connect with like-minded readers. Explore new books, & engage in meaningful discussions.
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Beyond Limits Carers Group
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Central Library Smithford Way CV1 1FY
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Supporting those who care for adults with learning disabilities.
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Chat to our wellbeing team for advice, information, and support.
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Central Library Smithford Way CV1 1FY
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Chat to our wellbeing team for advice, information, and support.
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UHCW Carers Coffee Morning
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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 the refreshments.
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Building a Carer-Friendly Workplace: Your Rights & Support
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A session for working carers covering your rights at work, available support, and practical tips to help you balance work and caring.
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Join our wellbeing team for a gentle stroll around the War Memorial Park and a chance to chat and have a catchup with other Carers.
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Meet up with our wellbeing team and see what support is out there for you.
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For more information please email the team, or give them a call on 02476 632972 option 1. You can also find further information on their website.
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The Coping with Caring course aims to raise awareness and understanding of how the caring role can impact on many aspects of your life.
The course looks at ways you can look after yourself as well as continuing to support and promote the independence of the person you care for.
Learning outcomes:
- To increase awareness of the roles and responsibilities of being a Carer in the UK and to look at how these roles affect us.
- To consider and develop some techniques for coping and helping ourselves as well as those we care for.
- To look at your rights as a Carer and places to seek additional support.
Aimed at:
Anyone who is currently caring for a friend or family member and is experiencing increased stress.
Course tutors:
Staff from Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust and Heart of England Carers Trust.
When:
Wednesday 10 June 2026, 10am to 12pm.
Course duration:
From 10am to 12pm.
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Learning Disability week takes place from Monday 15 June to Sunday 21 June. This year's theme- " Do you see me?" - is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued.
Come along and meet Coventry City Council's Learning Disability Team to celebrate the week with coffee and music.
This event is for adults with a learning disability and young people with a learning disability who are preparing for adulthood, as well as residents of Coventry.
Inspired by Mencap Learning Disability Week, this event gives us the chance to come together to celebrate, meet the Adult Social Care Learning Disability Team, learn more about our work, and begin building connections for future co‑production activities.
The event is an opportunity to come together, meet the team and mark Learning Disability Week.
What to expect:
- Meet the Adult Social Care Learning Disability Team
- Enjoy Tea, coffee and biscuits
- Hear music performed by a local group
- Have time to talk, ask questions and share ideas
- Receive an invitation to a follow‑up event to support future co‑production work
Who can attend:
- Adults with a learning disability
- Families and carers
Important information
- Please book a free place through Eventbrite
- Refreshments will be provided
We look forward to celebrating Learning Disability Week with you and working together in the future.
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If you have any comments or wish to contribute something to the next bulletin, please let us know by contacting us at carers@coventry.gov.uk.
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