Meet other carers
Carers Link Lancashire runs several groups where carers can meet each other. These groups are the ideal opportunity to make friends, take a break from your caring role for a couple of hours and recharge your batteries.
Carers Meetups
Borough by Borough Support Groups
The Carers Meetup's are held on a regular basis across East Lancashire with specific dates below. You are welcome to attend and even if it is your first time you are always welcomed with a smile and a brew. Our Carer's Meetups take place on the below dates, 11am - 1pm.
Hyndburn
4th Monday of every month
Carers Link Facility, 54-56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE
Burnley
4th Wednesday of every month
Downtown, Charter Walk Shopping Centre, Burnley, BB11 1AE
Ribble Valley
3rd Tuesday of every month
Colborne House Cafe, 15 Wellgate, Clitheroe, BB7 2DP
Pendle
3rd Friday of every month
Lakeside Cafe, Ball Grove Drive, Colne, BB8 7HY
Rossendale
1st Thursday of every month
Haslingden Community Link, Bury Road, Haslingden, BB4 5PG
woMEn TIME - Female Carer Support Group
Second Tuesday of each month - FIRST MEET TUESDAY 13TH MAY 2025
11am - 1pm
Brierfield Family Hub
Brierfield, BB9 5GZ
The 2021 Census found that in England and Wales, 59% of unpaid carers are female.
WoMEn TIME, is all about you having ME TIME, to have a brew and a chat with our staff and fellow carers for friendship, advice and peer-to-peer support from those in similar caring roles.
Knit and Natter Group
Carers Link Lancashire 54-56 Blackburn Rd, Accrington, BB5 1LE
Last Friday of the month
2 - 3pm
Would you like to learn how to knit, can you knit and find it therapeutic, or do you just want to come along and have a good chat? Not a knitting expert but still want to join? Don't worry, the group will be led by an instructor (a fellow carer) who is here to help you get started and teach you new techniques.
All materials provided. FREE, just drop in
Our Support Groups
LGBTQ+ Carers Support Group
Last Thursday of every month from 10:30am-12:30pm
STARTING 30TH OCTOBER 2025
The Whitaker Museum (cabin at the back), Haslingden Rd, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RE
We are launching a NEW LGBTQ+ Carers Peer Support Group, with Spectrum Inclusion!
At Carers Link Lancashire, we are proud to support LGBTQ+ carers.
Carers UK estimate that there are 240,000 LGBTQ+ carers in the UK. Carers Trust found that 88% of LGBTQ+ carers experience mental health problems, and 31% feel that they are treated differently because of their sexual identity .
Being LGBTQ+ and a carer can bring additional challenges that others may not understand. This may include increased social isolation and fear of accessing support.
Spectrum Inclusion is an LGBTQIA+ organisation dedicated to connecting communities and creating safe spaces for all to find acceptance for who they are, who believe everyone should have the freedom to explore and express their gender identity and sexuality with pride and without judgement, no matter what stage of life you’re at.
Join us at this monthly drop in to discuss your caring role, and meet other LGBTQIA+ carers.
Dementia Carers Support Group
Are you caring for someone living with dementia? If yes you are both welcome to join us once a month at our friendly cafe for a chat over a cuppa or delicious lunch.
Our staff will be available to offer support, advice & answer any questions. It is also an opportunity to share experiences and support one another. Come and connect to people that understand and enjoy something new each session.
“Too many people face Dementia alone”
RIBBLE VALLEY - COMING SOON
2nd Tuesday of every month 2pm - 4pm
Colborne House Cafe, 15-17 Wellgate, Clitheroe, BB7 2DP
ACCRINGTON
1st Tuesday of every month 11am - 1pm
Carers Link Accrington, 54-56 Blackburn Rd, Accrington, BB5 1LE
BURNLEY - COMING SOON
1st Wednesday of every month 11am – 1pm
Downtown, Charter Walk Shopping Centre, Burnley, BB11 1py
ROSSENDALE - COMING SOON
3rd Thursday of every month 10am - 12noon
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery cafe, Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RE
PENDLE - COMING SOON
2nd Tuesday of every month 11am - 1pm
BB’s café, Vivary Way, Boundary Mill Store, Colne, BB8 9NW
No booking required.
Former Carer Support Group
3rd Wednesday of every month / 11am - 1pm
Carers Link Lancashire, 54 -56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE
If the weather is nice we can enjoy our lunch in the beautiful community garden.
A former carer is someone whose caring role has changed primarily due to bereavement or who feels that their caring role has substantially reduced because the person they care for has entered full time residential care. We understand that you might need support when your caring role comes to an end. This group could be the stepping stone that helps you meet new friends and start a new chapter.“ Losing a loved one can leave you feeling adrift, but talking to others can help.”
ASD Carers Monthly Support Group
RIBBLE VALLEY
1st Wednesday of every month 1pm -2.30pm
Clitheroe Family Hub, Wesleylan Row, BB7 2JY
ACCRINGTON
1st Thursday of every month 10am - 12 noon
Carers Link Accrington Community Facility,
Blackburn Road, BB5 1LE
BURNLEY
1st Friday of every month 10am - 12 noon
Downtown, Charter Walk Shopping Centre,
Burnley, BB11 1py
ROSSENDALE
2nd Thursday of every month 10am - 12 noon
The Maden Centre Family Hub, Rochdale Road, Bacup, OL13 9NZ (starting Nov' 25)
PENDLE
2nd Friday of every month 12.30 - 2.30pm
Colne Library, Market Street, BB8 0AP
Join us for a brew and a chat. No booking required.
Other Support Groups
Rhyddings Monthly Support Group
Once a month on a Friday morning (*not ran by Carers Link)
11.30am - 12.30pm
Rhyddings Park, 93 Rhyddings St, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3EY
Every month Friends of Rhyddings Park host a free support network for carers living with people who experience mental health problems. Come for free advice, tips and
suppport. Refreshments provided.
Visit Friends of Rhyddings Facebook page for dates and times of the next meeting.
No booking required - just drop in.
Ribble Valley Bereavement Monthly Support Group
First Tuesday of every month (*not ran by Carers Link)
2pm
Trinity Methodist Church and Community Hub, Clitheroe, Wesleyan Row, Parson Lane, Clitheroe, BB7 2JY
'A Light In The Dark' group invites you to join together with others who have also loved and lost. Whether you're taking your first steps on your grieving journey or have been walking this road alone for a while.
Call 01200 429346 for more info. No booking required.
Rossendale Bereavement Monthly Support Group
Haven Bereavement Support Group (*not ran by Carers Link)
Second Wednesday of every month
10am-12noon
Kay Street Baptist Church, Kay Street, Rawtenstall, BB4 7LS
Meet friends in an informal surrounding with the help of bereavement support workers. Be amongst others who understand what you may be going through.
Contact 01706 217346 for more information. No booking required.
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Pendleside Hospice - Carers Groups
Carer's Group - bring loved ones
Third Thursday of every month, 4.30pm-6pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. The group provides invaluable peer support and educational sessions in relation to the caring role from members of the health, wellbeing and rehabilitation team. The group is designed to bring your loved ones along too, where we will provide a separate session for them while you spend some time to relax.
Buffet and refreshments included.
Carer's Group - Carers only
First Saturday of every month, 10am-12pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. Each session has a different and the group is designed to give carers an opportunity to speak with other carers, and share experiences.
Buffet and refreshments included.
For more information or to book on to either of these groups, please call Diane Herbert on
01282 440 127 or email diane.herbert@pendleside.org.uk. Dates may vary / change,
depending on bank holidays, so please do get in touch prior to visiting the Hospice.
