BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Caregivers Connected Gateshead - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Caregivers Connected Gateshead X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Caregivers Connected Gateshead REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250305T151659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T102516Z UID:708-1743674400-1743681600@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Men's Group at Watergate Café DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Watergate Café for a morning of laughs\, chats and good company! The Male Caregivers group gives local guys who care for a loved one a chance to meet other caregivers\, learn about different services and enjoy some time away from the caring role. \nIf you’re caring for a friend or family member\, we think it would be great to see you at our session! \n  \nThursday 3rd April 2025\, 10am – 12pm \nat Watergate Café URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/mens-group-at-watergate-cafe/ LOCATION:Watergate Café\, Watergate Cafe\, Gateshead\, NE11 0AN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Watergate-Cafe.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250402T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250305T161244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T094452Z UID:728-1743598800-1743606000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Leam Lane DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday 2nd April\, 1pm – 3pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Leam Lane Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 1pm – 3pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-leam-lane-2/ LOCATION:Leam Lane Family Hub\, Leam Lane Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE10 8QH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250402T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250312T124557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T124557Z UID:766-1743588000-1743595200@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Carer's Coffee Morning DESCRIPTION:Fancy a cuppa? Join us and local carers at Age UK Gateshead (on Gateshead High Street) for a fantastic coffee morning! \nAs 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. \nIf you care for someone\, we’d love to see you on the 2th April 2025. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/coffee-morning-2-4-2025/ LOCATION:Age UK – Gateshead High Street\, 215 High Street\, Gateshead\, NE8 1BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Coffee-Morning.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250321T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250321T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250305T160957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T161028Z UID:725-1742563800-1742571000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 21st March\, 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Blaydon Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 1:30pm – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-blaydon/ LOCATION:Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE21 5EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250317T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250317T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250305T160537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T160537Z UID:723-1742214600-1742225400@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Deckham Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 17th March\, 12:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Deckham Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 12:30pm – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-deckham-family-hub/ LOCATION:Deckham Family Hub\, Elgin Centre\, Gateshead\, NE9 5PA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250317T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250317T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250306T133218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T133248Z UID:740-1742207400-1742211000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Adult Caregivers Expert Panel Meeting DESCRIPTION:We know that caregivers we support are in the experts in what services will help them the most. We invite you to join us at our office for a cuppa and a conversation around the support you feel carers need. We call this an Expert Panel\, which is made up on adult caregivers who advice and guide us on improving our services and planning our next steps. \nThe Expert Panel meets monthly to discuss the following topics; \n\nDeveloping groups and drop-ins for caregivers\nIdentifying what support adult caregivers would like from us\nWorking with Gateshead Council and the NHS to make sure caregivers are getting the support they need\nPlanning opportunities for improving our offer to all caregivers in Gateshead\nBeing a voice for adult caregivers in Gateshead\n\nWe welcome anyone who cares for someone to consider joining our Expert Panels. \n  \nMonday 17th March 2025\, 10:30am – 11:30am. \n  \nPlease consider signing up below to help us understand how many people will be attending this session. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/expert-panel-17-03-2025/ LOCATION:Caregivers Connected Gateshead\, Room 405 Aidan House\, Gateshead\, NE8 3HU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Befriending-Volunteer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250310T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250310T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250305T160242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T160242Z UID:721-1741597200-1741608000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Felling Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 10th March\, 9am – 12pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Felling Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 9am – 12pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-felling-family-hub/ LOCATION:Felling Family Hub\, Felling High Street\, Gateshead\, NE10 9LT\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250305T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250305T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250206T142129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T142212Z UID:558-1741179600-1741186800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Leam Lane DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday 5th March\, 1pm – 3pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Leam Lane Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 1pm – 3pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-leam-lane/ LOCATION:Leam Lane Family Hub\, Leam Lane Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE10 8QH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250303T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250303T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250206T150436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T150543Z UID:560-1741005000-1741019400@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Crafted with Care DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Metrocentre Community Hub for a fantastic crafternoon! Our Crafted with Care group gives local caregivers a chance to meet\, chat and make some fab craft pieces to take home. \nEvery session is designed to give caregivers a short break from their caring role\, while making new friends and learning new arts and crafts skills. \nIf you’re caring for a friend or family member\, we’d love to see you at our session! \nBeginners welcome! This is a drop-in session so please do pop in and stay for as long as you’d like. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/crafted-with-care-march-2025/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Crafted-with-Care-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250206T141525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T110714Z UID:556-1740144600-1740151800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Blaydon DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 10th February\, 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Blaydon Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 1:30pm – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-blaydon-21-02-2025/ LOCATION:Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE21 5EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250217T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250217T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250206T135742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T135907Z UID:550-1739795400-1739806200@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Deckham Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 17th February\, 12:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Deckham Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 12:30pm – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregiver-benefits-advice-deckham-17-02-2025/ LOCATION:Deckham Family Hub\, Elgin Centre\, Gateshead\, NE9 5PA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250117T101512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T115128Z UID:463-1739437200-1739448000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Male Caregivers Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Metrocentre Community Hub for a morning of laughs\, chats and good company! The Male Caregivers Drop-in gives local guys who care for a loved one a chance to meet other caregivers\, learn about different services and enjoy some time away from the caring role. \nThis session will also include an opportunity for you to help us plan the upcoming Male Caregiver’s group activities for 2025. Whether it’s growing veggies on an allotment or visiting parts of the North East\, we need your ideas and feedback on what’s next for the group. \nIf you’re caring for a friend or family member\, we think it would be great to see you at our session! \nThis is a drop-in session so please do pop in and stay for as long as you’d like. \n  \nThursday 13th February 2025\, 9am – 12pm (every second Thursday of the month) \nat Metrocentre Community Hub \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n \n \n Caring and Caring Matters Training - Sign Up\n \n \n Name(Required)Phone Number(Required)Email Address\n \n What is your preferred method of contact?(Required)\n \n \n Telephone Call\n \n \n \n Text Message\n \n \n \n Email\n Confirmation: Please confirm that you would like to attend the training session(Required)\n \n I confirm that I would like to attend this session. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/male-caregivers-13-02-2025/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Male-Carers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250210T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250116T094814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T094814Z UID:458-1739178000-1739188800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Felling Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 10th February\, 9am – 12pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Felling Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 9am – 12pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/benefits-10-02-2025/ LOCATION:Felling Family Hub\, Felling High Street\, Gateshead\, NE10 9LT\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250205T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241213T160701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T135201Z UID:392-1738760400-1738774800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Crafted with Care: Love Yourself DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Metrocentre Community Hub for a fantastic crafternoon! Our Crafted with Care group gives local caregivers a chance to meet\, chat and make some fab craft pieces to take home. \nEvery session is designed to give caregivers a short break from their caring role\, while making new friends and learning new arts and crafts skills. \nThis month’s session with focus on the theme of “love yourself” and plans to bring together a selection of crafts with a hint of mindfulness. \nIf you’re caring for a friend or family member\, we’d love to see you at our session! \nBeginners welcome! This is a drop-in session so please do pop in and stay for as long as you’d like. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/crafted-with-care-love-yourself/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Crafted-with-Care.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250120T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250120T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250116T093603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T093603Z UID:453-1737376200-1737387000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Deckham Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 20th January\, 12:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Deckham Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 12:30 – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/benefits-20-01-2025/ LOCATION:Deckham Family Hub\, Elgin Centre\, Gateshead\, NE9 5PA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250117T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250117T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20250116T094302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T094903Z UID:455-1737120600-1737127800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver Benefits Advice: Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 17th January\, 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Blaydon Family Hub! \nOur 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; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can also refer you in to our services to access support around your caring role. \nAs this is a drop-in style session\, no sign-up is required; please be sure to pop along at any time between 1:30pm – 3:30pm. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/benefits-17-01-2025/ LOCATION:Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE21 5EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241219T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241203T121915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T121915Z UID:322-1734613200-1734624000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregivers Benefits Advice Drop-In: Chowdene Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday 19th December\, 1pm – 4pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Chowdene Family Hub! \nOur benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer guidance around any of the following benefits; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can refer you in to access support around your caring role. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregivers-benefits-advice-drop-in-chowdene-family-hub/ LOCATION:Chowdene Family Hub\, Waverley Road\, Gateshead\, NE9 7TU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241216T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241216T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241203T120949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T120949Z UID:319-1734352200-1734363000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregivers Benefits Advice Drop-In: Deckham Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 16th December\, 12:30pm – 3:30pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at Deckham Family Hub! \nOur benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer guidance around any of the following benefits; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can refer you in to access support around your caring role. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregivers-benefits-advice-drop-in-deckham-family-hub/ LOCATION:Deckham Family Hub\, Elgin Centre\, Gateshead\, NE9 5PA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241203T135949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135949Z UID:329-1733994000-1734004800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Male Caregivers Group: Introduction Session DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Connected Gateshead is excited to announce the launch meeting of the male caregivers drop in! These drop in sessions will be available every second Thursday of the month at the Metrocentre Hub\, 9am – 12pm. \nThe drop-in is an informal opportunity for male caregivers to come along and have a chat with staff over a cuppa and discuss any matters that might be on their minds in relation to their caring roles. We will be able to share information about what the service is offering to caregivers and the further support available by registering with Caregivers Connected Gateshead. \n\nNo appointments needed\nSignposting to local services\nGrant information\nHealth and wellbeing resources\nOpportunities to talk\nInformation and advice on caregiver’s rights\n\nIntroduction session\nWe need your thoughts and feedback to help shape our future sessions. Please be sure to pop in\, learn more about our offer and share your ideas with us! URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/male-caregivers-group-introduction-session/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Male-Carers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241209T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241203T133912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T133912Z UID:327-1733734800-1733745600@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregivers Benefits Advice Drop-In: Felling Family Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday 9th December\, 9am – 12pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at Felling Family Hub! \nOur benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer guidance around any of the following benefits; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can refer you in to access support around your caring role. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregivers-benefits-advice-drop-in-felling-family-hub/ LOCATION:Felling Family Hub\, Felling High Street\, Gateshead\, NE10 9LT\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241204T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241203T114611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T114611Z UID:315-1733317200-1733324400@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver's Benefits Advice Drop-In: Leam Lane DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday 4th December\, 1pm – 3pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at the Leam Lane Family Hub! \nOur benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer guidance around any of the following benefits; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can refer you in to access support around your caring role. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/caregivers-benefits-advice-drop-in-leam-lane/ LOCATION:Leam Lane Family Hub\, Leam Lane Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE10 8QH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241121T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241112T133959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T134152Z UID:249-1732183200-1732204800@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Carers Rights Day Drop-In DESCRIPTION:Thursday 21st of November 2024 is National Carers Rights Day! Pop into Gateshead Civic Centre and meet our team as we celebrate Carer’s Rights Day 2024. \nLearn about Carers Rights\nFrom having the right to request a Carers Assessment to Carers Leave\, we have rights and power that. Come and learn more about what rights caregivers have! \n  \nDiscover local caregiver support\nCaregivers Connected Gateshead has recently started and we’re excited to share our offer with unpaid caregivers of all ages across the borough! \n  URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/carers-rights-day-drop-in-2024/ LOCATION:Gateshead Civic Centre\, Regent Terrace\, (Inside main reception)\, Gateshead\, NE8 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Carers-Rights-Day-Gateshead-Civic-Centre.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241120T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241120T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241031T151754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T131324Z UID:237-1732107600-1732122000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Christmas Crafts DESCRIPTION:Join us at our caregivers crafts group for a free festive session as we make Christmas cards and decorations. Beginners welcome! \nWe’ll be based at the Metrocentre Community Hub (in the upper green mall)\, so be sure to pop in\, take a break from your shopping spree\, meet other local carers and make some fantastic festive crafts! URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/christmas-crafts-2024/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Metrocentre-Christmas.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241031T132619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T133221Z UID:224-1731578400-1731585600@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Male Caregivers Drop-In at Metrocentre DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Connected Gateshead is excited to announce the launch meeting of the male caregivers drop in! These drop in sessions will be available every second Thursday of the month at the Metrocentre Hub\, 10am – 12pm. \nThe drop-in is an informal opportunity for male caregivers to come along and have a chat with staff over a cuppa and discuss any matters that might be on their minds in relation to their caring roles. We will be able to share information about what the service is offering to caregivers and the further support available by registering with Caregivers Connected Gateshead. \n\nNo appointments needed\nSignposting to local services\nGrant information\nHealth and wellbeing resources\nOpportunities to talk\nInformation and advice on caregiver’s rights URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/male-caregivers-14-11-2024/ LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Male-Carers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241108T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025148 CREATED:20241101T151118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T151118Z UID:241-1731070800-1731078000@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk SUMMARY:Caregiver's Benefits Advice Drop-In: Felling Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 8th November\, 1pm – 3pm\, for a drop-in benefits advice session at Felling Family Hub! \nOur benefits advice worker will be here to talk to caregivers face-to-face and offer guidance around any of the following benefits; \n\nDisability Living Allowance (DLA)\nPersonal Independence Payment (PIP)\nAttendance Allowance\nCarer’s Allowance\n\nFrom having these conversations\, we can refer you in to access support around your caring role. URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/benefits-08-11-2024/ LOCATION:Felling Family Hub\, Felling High Street\, Gateshead\, NE10 9LT\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAREGIVERS-BENEFITS-DROP-IN.png ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR