Celebrating Unpaid Carers in Lewisham
Carers Week (9th – 15th June) is an annual opportunity to recognise the incredible people in our community who care for others, often without recognition or rest. A carer is a person of any age who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, friend or neighbour who is disabled, has an illness or long-term condition or who needs extra help as they grow older.
Carers often help with tasks like shopping, attending appointments, managing medication or providing emotional support. These responsibilities can affect carers’ own health and wellbeing, especially when balancing work, family life or education.
Get involved in Carers Week:
Local support provider Imago is running a week of activities to bring carers together, celebrate their role, and signpost helpful services. Events include:
- Grab a morning tea with Imago in Deptford: Monday 9th June – 10am to 12pm
- Learn how Imago support you: Monday 9th June – 1pm to 4pm
- Enjoy a tea and chat at Goldsmith Community Centre: Tuesday 10th June – 10am to 1pm
- Sydenham Garden guided tour: Tuesday 10th June – 1pm to 3pm
- Celebrate Carers Week with us at Glass Mill Leisure Centre: Wednesday 11th June – 10:30am to 3pm
- Trip to Kew Gardens: Thursday 12th June
- Chat to Imago and learn about the support they can offer: Friday 13th June – 10am to 12pm
- Join Imago for a celebration at Ignition Brewery with 50% off your first drink!: Friday 13th June – 2pm to 4pm
For more information on these events, visit Carers week – Imago
Support for carers in Lewisham
Imago offers free, confidential support for adult and young adult carers in Lewisham, including regular wellbeing check-ins, help with registering as a carer with your GP, peer support groups and respite opportunities and practical advice about your rights and benefits.
You can also access practical and emotional support for unpaid adult carers and young carers through Carers Lewisham.
Join the Lewisham Council Carers’ Forum – a drop-in forum for unpaid carers on the last Tuesday of every other month. This is a space where anyone cares for a relative or friend can meet other carers, shares whether they’re getting the support they need, and help influence Council decision and services that affect carers. 1pm to 3pm at the Civic Suite, Catford or online. Join or get more information by emailing proudtocare@lewisham.gov.uk.
Caring for someone with a mental health condition or addiction can be challenging, but you are not alone. There are support groups across Lewisham that provide a safe space for carers to connect, share experiences and receive advice from professionals and peers. Find local support groups at Lewisham Council – Help and support for carers