27/05/2025 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | York Theatre Royal
Our creative workshops are back! We’ll be using creative writing, art, music, and performance to explore feelings of grief and loss.
Matt from ‘Next Door But One’ theatre group will facilitate these sessions, and we welcome all experiences of loss – from bereavement to changes in identity, the loss of a relationship, a job, and everything in between.
Feel free to join us for one or all of the workshops, each has a unique theme. We will also be there for support.
“I feel lighter and because of the conversation in today’s group I am on a journey somewhere better. I don’t know how I’m going to get there but I will.”
When: Tuesday 27 May , 10.30 – 12.30 pm
(and also Tuesday 17 June)
Where: York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD
To book please email events@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk or call 01904 715 490.
**Please note these sessions are for carers only.
27/05/2025 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm | 30 Clarence Street
This is a friendly and relaxed group for anyone who supports someone with a mental health condition.
It’s a time to focus on your own wellbeing, connect with others who share similar experiences, and take part in gentle activities.
Please note: the group now meets on the last Tuesday of each month (previously the last Wednesday.)
When: Tuesday 27 May, 6.15 – 8.15 pm
Where: 30 Clarence Street, York YO31 7EW
To book please email julie.kay@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk
If it’s your first time, please let us know, and we’ll arrange a phone conversation beforehand.
28/05/2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | Oaken Grove Community Centre
Carers Connect
We run two monthly support groups for unpaid carers in York, providing a space to connect, share experiences, and receive peer support from others who understand your situation.
Our Carer Support Workers and volunteers facilitate these groups and are on hand to discuss any concerns, challenges and successes related to your caring role.
We welcome any carers to the groups; if you are not registered with us, you can register during the group.
When: Wednesday 28 May, 1 – 2.30 pm
Where: Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby, YO32 3QW
There’s no need to book. Just drop in.
“It’s important for me to come to this group as it’s the only time I spend away from my caring role. It’s good to talk to other carers.”
28/05/2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Spark York
Young Adult Carer Socials
Have a break from your caring role, meet other young people who live in similar circumstances, get involved, eat food and relax!
These events are for Young Adult Carers aged 18 – 25 however young carers aged 16+ are also welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Social is usually held at SPARK on the last Wednesday of the month. We have food available from the Spark Street Food Vendors from 5 – 6.30 pm and then an organised activity with guests from 6.30 – 8 pm.
You can find us on the tables at the back of the venue from 5 pm!
Arrive when you like and stay for as long as you like! Any questions please get in touch.
When: Wednesday 28 May, 5 – 8 pm
Where: Spark, 17 – 21 Piccadilly, York YO1 9PB
Follow @YACsYork on Instagram to see what they get up to or send a DM to find out more. Alternatively, please email enquiries@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk or call 01904 715 490.
03/06/2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
Youth Clubs
Our youth clubs are just for young carers (aged 5 – 16 years). We have separate groups – primary and secondary – so that young carers of the same age can be together.
The youth clubs give young carers a break and a chance to spend time with other young people who live in similar circumstances.
We enjoy arts and crafts, baking, drama, sports, music and Xbox!
When: Tuesday 3 June 5 – 6.30 pm
To find out more about the Young Carers service please email enquiries@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk or call 01904 715 490.
07/06/2025 All Day |
York Pride
Join us for the York Pride parade! Meet us outside Explore York Library at 11.15 am – bring friends and family, and make a pink and green headdress (for carers) to be seen! (optional but encouraged!)
We also have a stall on the Knavesmire, so stop by and say hello.
Want to help out? Please email volunteering@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk
We’d love your support!
Learn more about York Pride at www.yorkpride.org.uk
09/06/2025 - 15/06/2025 All Day |
Carers Week
9 – 15 June
Carers Week is a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness of unpaid carers, highlighting the challenges they face, and recognising the vital role they play in families and communities.
This year, we’re hosting a series of events to shine a light on unpaid carers and spread the word about the free support and resources available in York.
We want local carers to know we’re here for you – whenever you need us.
Join us at one of our events to connect with a Carer Support Worker and meet others who share similar experiences.
There’s plenty happening throughout Carers Week, including our gazebo in Museum Gardens, which was a big hit last year.
Many carers stopped by to say hello, catch up, and enjoy a picnic including our Young Adult Carers group – it was wonderful to see. We’d love to welcome even more of you this year!
Find out more about Carers Week www.carersweek.org and explore our events at www.yorkcarerscentre.co.uk/events.
09/06/2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | York Carers Centre
York Carers Centre drop-in
Pop in to the office for a chat and a cuppa, meet our friendly staff, learn more about what we do and find out how we can help you!
When: Monday 9 June, 1 – 3 pm
Where: York Carers Centre, 17 Priory Street, York YO1 6ET
10/06/2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | York Hospital
Information Stall
Visit us on our Information Stall to discover more about our services and how we can support you.
When: Tuesday 10 June, 10 – 4 pm
Where: York Hospital, Wiggington Road, York YO31 8HE
10/06/2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Coop
Volunteer Road Show
We’ll be visiting various Co-op locations across York to share information about our work and connect with anyone interested in volunteering with us.
Visit one of our stalls to discover the latest volunteer opportunities at York Carers Centre!
When: Tuesday 10 June, 11 – 1 pm
Where: Co-op, 8 – 10, The Stonebow, York YO1 7NP
