Join a relaxing and creative needle felting workshop for young adult carers. Learn how to transform soft wool into beautiful felted creations while exploring colour, texture, and form. No previous experience is needed— bring your curiosity and try something new. All materials are provided. Take time to unwind, connect with others, and enjoy a mindful ... Needle Felting Workshop – Young Adult Carers (18-25)
If you care for a child aged 0 to 25 with a disability or long-term illness, we think you'd love our Parent Carer Connections group! We're running a 5 week set of advice and information sessions for parent carers. Every Monday we will be meeting at the Metrocentre Community Hub to talk about our ... Parent Carers Connect – Session 5: Exploring Neurodiversity + Relaxation Tips
Fancy a cuppa? Join us and local carers at Age UK Gateshead (on Gateshead High Street) for a fantastic coffee morning! As well as tea and coffee, there will be the opportunity to meet other caregivers and staff from Caregivers Connected Gateshead to ask any questions and seek advice. If you care for someone, we'd ... Carer’s Coffee Morning
Join us for an exciting trip to Beamish, the Living Museum of the North! Step back in time and experience what life was like in North East England in the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 1950s. This trip is specially designed for children aged 8-12, offering a blend of fun and learning. Date: Tuesday 8th ... Beamish visit (8-12 year olds)
Join an exclusive tour of St James’ Park, home of Newcastle United! Explore behind the scenes of one of the North East’s most iconic stadiums, including the players’ tunnel, dressing rooms, and pitchside views. This will be a fun and relaxed day giving you the chance to connect with others, take a break, and experience ... St James Park Tour (14+ year olds)
Join us for an exciting Easter cookery and crafts session for young carers. We'll be making and decorating cupcakes and also taking on some fun crafting activities. Date: Tuesday 14th April 2026 Time: 12:30m - 2:30pm Meeting Point: Lobley Hill Children's Centre (view on Google Maps) Who can join? This activity is for young ... Cookery and Crafts (5-7 year olds)
Love sport? Join our Sporting Memories sessions in Dunston! We offer an age-friendly and dementia-friendly session that welcomes both caregivers and the people they care for to a fun fortnightly session around reminiscing, replaying and reconnecting with sports. This is a fantastic forum to chat about sport, covering everything from the Olympic Games to ... Sporting Memories Group
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon exploring the sights, sounds, and secrets of the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside! Designed especially for young carers aged 8 to 12, this treasure trail will take you on an exciting journey across the iconic bridges, along the riverside, and through some of the North East’s most famous landmarks. Work ... Quayside Treasure Trail (8-12 year olds)
Join us on Friday 17th March, 1:30pm – 3:30pm, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Blaydon Family Hub! Our benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer advice and information around any of the following benefits and applying for them; Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Attendance Allowance ... Benefits Advice Drop-In Blaydon
If you're a young carer aged 13 and over, come and cook up a storm with us! We're offering you the opportunity to get involved in a 5 week series of sessions, learning how to cook some delicious dishes! You will learn lots of skills each week and best of all, get to take home ... Young Carers Cookery Course (13+)