Needs & Aspirations is a project facilitated by SERVE. This project gives a wide range of activities enabling Carers to have a break from their caring roles, both training and leisure. Read more
The sound of a ukulele brings up images of far-away tropical beaches: sun on your face, cocktail in hand. Or stuck in a trench with George Formby. Either way our Carers Ukulele group is a relaxing way to socialise with other Carers, relax and learn an instrument. Read more
Everybody deserves a break, especially Carers. We run many types of short breaks for Carers ranging from a ukulele group to a break in a self contained caravan. Partner organisations also run services such as Nene Valley Community Action's Needs & Aspirations project or Carers Trust East Midland's Emergency Respite Service. Some of these services will need a Carers Assessment which can also lead to other services that aim to support you in your caring role.
Looking to connect with your community? Want to have a positive connection? Looking for a sense of purpose? Read more
Community Companions gives a break to those who have a caring responsibility for a husband, wife, partner, parent, relative or friend. Visits take the form of befriending and involve meeting the same person in their own home. Read more
CarerSmart is a club from Carers Trust, the UK’s largest Carers charity, and is open to Carers, people with care needs and staff and volunteers across the Carers Trust network. Joining is easy and free, once you’re a member, you can benefit from a wide range of offers Read more
The aim of this service is to provide emergency breaks and rapid response support to carers at short notice, to deal with emergency situations or to prevent a crisis from occurring. The service also provides support for one off appointments and events to offer the carer more support and flexibility to deal with life’s unexpected events. Read more