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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. \n  \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. Please be sure to bring your own refreshments to the session.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/crafted-with-care-march-2026/
LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260303T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T113658Z
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SUMMARY:Sporting Memories Group - Love to Move session
DESCRIPTION:Love sport? Join our Sporting Memories sessions in Dunston! \nWe 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. \n  \nThis is a fantastic forum to chat about sport\, covering everything from the Olympic Games to England’s 1966 World Cup victory. \nJoin in the fun and games as we play sports such as boccia and mini golf\, as well as enjoying memory-prompting discussions and sports memorabilia. \n  \nThis week we’re running a ‘Love to Move’ session\, a seated movement and gentle exercise programme developed by the British Gymnastics Foundation\, to improve your physical mobility\, memory\,  cognitive and emotional wellbeing. \n  \nTea\, coffee and biscuits will be provided. \n  \n \n  \nWho is the Sporting Memory group for? \nThe group can be attended by anyone aged 50 and over\, regardless of their condition. We have a team of staff and volunteers here to deliver a fantastic experience to everyone who attends. \n  \nCan I use the group as an opportunity to take a short break from my caring role? \nYes\, our two-hour sessions are perfect for caregivers to take a short break from their caring role by bringing the person they care for to our Sporting Memories session. \n  \nThese sessions are possible thanks to our partnership with national charity Sporting Memories. \n  \nFor more information about the group\, please contact us.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/sporting-memories-03-03-2026/
LOCATION:St Nicholas Church Hall\, Ellison Road\, Gateshead\, Dunston\, NE11 9UN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T013000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T144500
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
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SUMMARY:Parent Carers Connect - Session 1: Introductions and Financial Support
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nWe’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 experiences as parent carers and find out about what services are available. We have some fantastic guest speakers joining us including the fab folks at Skills for People and AJ’s Brain. \n  \nLocation\nMetrocentre Community Hub\, NE11 9YG\, Gateshead. \nView on Google Maps \n  \nSession Schedule\nOur Parent Carer Connections sessions run weekly\, every Wednesday 1pm – 2:45pm in the Metrocentre Community Hub. The sessions are split into two halves\, the first will see our guest speakers sharing information on support services are out there for you. In the second half\, we will get talking and taking on an activity together with a comfort break in between each half. \n\n03/03/2026: Introduction Session + Financial Support\n11/03/2026:  Discovering Skills For People + Active Gateshead\n18/03/2026:  Meeting the Parent Carer Forum + Eating Well Guide\n25/03/2026: SENDIASS + Sleep Workshop\n01/04/2026: Exploring Neurodiversity with AJ’s Brain + Relaxation Tips\n\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\nDo I need to attend all 5 sessions? To get the most out of this opportunity\, we recommend attending every session in our series. We understand that there may be times when you may unable to attend a session due to your caring role. \nCan I join if the child I care for does not have a formal diagnosis? You are more than welcome to come along if the child you care for is still waiting on a diagnosis. \nIs there any car parking available? Yes\, there is free car parking at the Metrocentre. \nWill the sessions be happening again? Yes! We hope to run these sessions again in other parts of Gateshead. \nIs this group for me? Anyone who is a parent carer is welcome to join us. If you would like to have an informal chat about the group\, please contact us. \n  \nSign-Up is essential – we have a limited number of spaces available for this set of sessions. \n  \nThis group has now reached the maximum number of bookings available. Please contact us if you are interested in attending this group.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/parent-carers-connect-1/
LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260225T152000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T152000Z
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SUMMARY:Great North Museum and Exhibition Park visit (8-12 year olds)
DESCRIPTION:Join an exciting day out exploring the Great North Museum and Exhibition Park! Discover fascinating exhibits\, meet new friends\, and enjoy some outdoor fun in one of Newcastle’s most beautiful green spaces. \n  \nDate: Saturday 7th March 2026\nTime: 10am – 3pm\nMeeting Point: Gateshead Interchange\nTravel: We’ll be travelling together from Gateshead Interchange to the museum and back. \nWho can join? This activity is for young carers aged 8 -12 years old. \nSpaces are limited. If you would like to join the fun\, please let us know by completing the form below to reserve your place. \n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Young Carers Group - Expression of Interest Form\n                             \n                        \n        \n        	Step 1 of 4\n        	 \n            \n                25%\n            \n                        \n					Who are you?(Required)I am a young carerI am enquiring on behalf of a young carer\n                    \n                    \n                          \n                    \n                \n                \n                    \n                        Your Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Your Email Address\n                            \n                        Your Phone Number(Required)Date of Birth(Required)\n                            \n                            MM slash DD slash YYYY\n                        \n                        Young Carer's Date of Birth\n                    \n                    \n                          \n                    \n                \n                \n                    \n                        Young Carer Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Young Carer Phone NumberYoung Carer's Date of Birth(Required)\n                            \n                            MM slash DD slash YYYY\n                        \n                        Additional notesPlease use this space to let us know if there's anything else we need to be aware of regarding the young carer attending the session.\n                    \n                    \n                          \n                    \n                \n                \n                    \n                        What group or session would you like to take part in?(Required)Please select a session22.04.2026 | Cookery Course 1 (13+)25.04.2026 | Cinema Trip29.04.2026 | Cookery Course 2 (13+)02.05.2026 | Whickham Thorns (13+)06.05.2026 | Cookery Course 3 (13+)13.05.2026 | Cookery Course 4 (13+)20.05.2026 | Cookery Course 5 (13+)Please tick the box below to confirm that the person attending the correct age to attend.\n								\n								I confirm that the person attending is correct age to attend the session.\n							Would you like to receive an email copy of your responses to this form?(Required)YesNo
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/great-north-museum-and-exhibition-park-visit-8-12-year-olds/
LOCATION:Gateshead Interchange Taxi Rank\, Gateshead\, NE8 1ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:8 - 12 year olds,Young Carers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
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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 11th March 2026 ☕
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/carers-coffee-morning-mar-2026/
LOCATION:Age UK – Gateshead High Street\, 215 High Street\, Gateshead\, NE8 1BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T144500
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
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SUMMARY:Parent Carers Connect - Session 2: Skills for People + Active Gateshead
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nWe’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 experiences as parent carers and find out about what services are available. We have some fantastic guest speakers joining us including the fab folks at Skills for People and AJ’s Brain. \n  \nLocation\nMetrocentre Community Hub\, NE11 9YG\, Gateshead. \nView on Google Maps \n  \nSession Schedule\nOur Parent Carer Connections sessions run weekly\, every Wednesday 1pm – 2:45pm in the Metrocentre Community Hub. The sessions are split into two halves\, the first will see our guest speakers sharing information on support services are out there for you. In the second half\, we will get talking and taking on an activity together with a comfort break in between each half. \n\n03/03/2026: Introduction Session + Financial Support\n11/03/2026:  Discovering Skills For People + Active Gateshead\n18/03/2026:  Meeting the Parent Carer Forum + Eating Well Guide\n25/03/2026: SENDIASS + Sleep Workshop\n01/04/2026: Exploring Neurodiversity with AJ’s Brain + Relaxation Tips\n\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\nDo I need to attend all 5 sessions? To get the most out of this opportunity\, we recommend attending every session in our series. We understand that there may be times when you may unable to attend a session due to your caring role. \nCan I join if the child I care for does not have a formal diagnosis? You are more than welcome to come along if the child you care for is still waiting on a diagnosis. \nIs there any car parking available? Yes\, there is free car parking at the Metrocentre. \nWill the sessions be happening again? Yes! We hope to run these sessions again in other parts of Gateshead. \nIs this group for me? Anyone who is a parent carer is welcome to join us. If you would like to have an informal chat about the group\, please contact us. \n  \nSign-Up is essential – we have a limited number of spaces available for this set of sessions. \n  \nThis group has now reached the maximum number of bookings available. Please contact us if you are interested in attending this group.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/parent-carers-connect-session-2/
LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260121T151422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T151422Z
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SUMMARY:Sporting Memories Group
DESCRIPTION:Love sport? Join our Sporting Memories sessions in Dunston! \nWe 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. \n  \nThis is a fantastic forum to chat about sport\, covering everything from the Olympic Games to England’s 1966 World Cup victory. \nJoin in the fun and games as we play sports such as boccia and mini golf\, as well as enjoying memory-prompting discussions and sports memorabilia. \n  \nTea\, coffee and biscuits will be provided. \n  \n \n  \nWho is the Sporting Memory group for? \nThe group can be attended by anyone aged 50 and over\, regardless of their condition. We have a team of staff and volunteers here to deliver a fantastic experience to everyone who attends. \n  \nCan I use the group as an opportunity to take a short break from my caring role? \nYes\, our two-hour sessions are perfect for caregivers to take a short break from their caring role by bringing the person they care for to our Sporting Memories session. \n  \nThese sessions are possible thanks to our partnership with national charity Sporting Memories. \n  \nFor more information about the group\, please contact us.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/sporting-memories-31-03-2026/
LOCATION:St Nicholas Church Hall\, Ellison Road\, Gateshead\, Dunston\, NE11 9UN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260306T161546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T161546Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Taster session for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Take a mindful pause and reconnect with calm. Join us and The Little Company of Calm for a free\, relaxing taster session designed especially for caregivers. Discover simple mindfulness techniques to help reduce stress\, improve focus\, and support your wellbeing in everyday life. \nDates & Times: \n\n\nWednesday 18 March 2026\, 11:00am – 12:00pm\nThursday 30 April 2026\, 1:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\nLocation:\nGateshead Library\, Wailses Room \nNo experience needed — just bring yourself and an open mind.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/mindfulness-taster-1/
LOCATION:Gateshead Library\, Prince Consort Road\, Gateshead\, NE8 4LN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T144500
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260205T151952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T092616Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Carers Connect - Session 3: Meeting the Parent Carer Forum + Eating Well Guide
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nWe’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 experiences as parent carers and find out about what services are available. We have some fantastic guest speakers joining us including the fab folks at Skills for People and AJ’s Brain. \n  \nLocation\nMetrocentre Community Hub\, NE11 9YG\, Gateshead. \nView on Google Maps \n  \nSession Schedule\nOur Parent Carer Connections sessions run weekly\, every Wednesday 1pm – 2:45pm in the Metrocentre Community Hub. The sessions are split into two halves\, the first will see our guest speakers sharing information on support services are out there for you. In the second half\, we will get talking and taking on an activity together with a comfort break in between each half. \n\n03/03/2026: Introduction Session + Financial Support\n11/03/2026:  Discovering Skills For People + Active Gateshead\n18/03/2026:  Meeting the Parent Carer Forum + Eating Well Guide\n25/03/2026: SENDIASS + Sleep Workshop\n01/04/2026: Exploring Neurodiversity with AJ’s Brain + Relaxation Tips\n\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\nDo I need to attend all 5 sessions? To get the most out of this opportunity\, we recommend attending every session in our series. We understand that there may be times when you may unable to attend a session due to your caring role. \nCan I join if the child I care for does not have a formal diagnosis? You are more than welcome to come along if the child you care for is still waiting on a diagnosis. \nIs there any car parking available? Yes\, there is free car parking at the Metrocentre. \nWill the sessions be happening again? Yes! We hope to run these sessions again in other parts of Gateshead. \nIs this group for me? Anyone who is a parent carer is welcome to join us. If you would like to have an informal chat about the group\, please contact us. \n  \nSign-Up is essential – we have a limited number of spaces available for this set of sessions. \n  \nThis group has now reached the maximum number of bookings available. Please contact us if you are interested in attending this group.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/parent-carers-connect-session-3/
LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260320T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260320T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260121T091700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T091700Z
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SUMMARY:Benefits Advice Drop-In – Blaydon
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 20th 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/benefits-advice-20-03-2026/
LOCATION:Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub\, Gateshead\, NE21 5EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260116T120534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T120534Z
UID:1517-1774260000-1774263600@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
SUMMARY:Adult Caregiver's Expert Panel
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 bi-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. The Expert Panel meet at Caregiver Connected Gateshead\, 405 Aidan House\, Sunderland Road\, NE8 3HU. Time: 10am- 11am
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/adult-expert-panel-mar-2026/
LOCATION:Caregivers Connected Gateshead\, Room 405 Aidan House\, Gateshead\, NE8 3HU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T144500
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260205T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T153641Z
UID:1626-1774443600-1774449900@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
SUMMARY:Parent Carers Connect - Session 4: SENDIASS + Sleep Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nWe’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 experiences as parent carers and find out about what services are available. We have some fantastic guest speakers joining us including the fab folks at Skills for People and AJ’s Brain. \n  \nLocation\nMetrocentre Community Hub\, NE11 9YG\, Gateshead. \nView on Google Maps \n  \nSession Schedule\nOur Parent Carer Connections sessions run weekly\, every Wednesday 1pm – 2:45pm in the Metrocentre Community Hub. The sessions are split into two halves\, the first will see our guest speakers sharing information on support services are out there for you. In the second half\, we will get talking and taking on an activity together with a comfort break in between each half. \n\n03/03/2026: Introduction Session + Financial Support\n11/03/2026:  Discovering Skills For People + Active Gateshead\n18/03/2026:  Meeting the Parent Carer Forum + Eating Well Guide\n25/03/2026: SENDIASS + Sleep Workshop\n01/04/2026: Exploring Neurodiversity with AJ’s Brain + Relaxation Tips\n\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\nDo I need to attend all 5 sessions? To get the most out of this opportunity\, we recommend attending every session in our series. We understand that there may be times when you may unable to attend a session due to your caring role. \nCan I join if the child I care for does not have a formal diagnosis? You are more than welcome to come along if the child you care for is still waiting on a diagnosis. \nIs there any car parking available? Yes\, there is free car parking at the Metrocentre. \nWill the sessions be happening again? Yes! We hope to run these sessions again in other parts of Gateshead. \nIs this group for me? Anyone who is a parent carer is welcome to join us. If you would like to have an informal chat about the group\, please contact us. \n  \nSign-Up is essential – we have a limited number of spaces available for this set of sessions. \n  \nThis group has now reached the maximum number of bookings available. Please contact us if you are interested in attending this group.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/parent-carers-connect-session-4/
LOCATION:Metrocentre Community Hub\, (upper green mall)\, Gateshead\, NE11 9YG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260327T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100039
CREATED:20260311T135033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T135045Z
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SUMMARY:Needle Felting Workshop - Young Adult Carers (18-25)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll materials are provided. Take time to unwind\, connect with others\, and enjoy a mindful morning of making in the inspiring surroundings of the Shipley Art Gallery. \nPlaces are limited for this session\, please let us know that you’d like to attend and we’ll reserve your free place. Use the RSVP feature below or email us directly.
URL:https://caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk/event/needle-felting-workshop-young-adult-carers-18-25/
LOCATION:Shipley Art Gallery\, Prince Consort Rd\, Gateshead\, NE8 4JB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adult Caregivers,Young Adult Carers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Connected Gateshead":MAILTO:info@caregiversconnectedgateshead.co.uk
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