Gaddum

Carers Salford Men's Club (face to face)
2023-05-09 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Rainbow Rooms
Your chance for a good-old chin-wag. Brews and biscuits included.
To book or find out more, get in touch: 0161 834 6069 / salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call.

Salford Royal Hospital Carers Drop In
2023-05-08 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-05-01 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-04-24 09:00 - 16:30 | Salford Royal Hospital
If you are caring for someone in hospital, or are caring from a distance while you are in hospital, we can help.
Pop in to Salford Royal Hospital for advice or just a friendly chat. We’re there every Monday at the main reception desk in the Hope building from 9am – 4.30pm.

Little Hulton and Walkden Carers Drop In
2023-05-05 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-04-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-04-21 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-04-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Make Space
Carers in Walkden or Little Hulton…
Pop in for advice, a natter and a brew with Amy Morris-Hallsworth from Salford Health Improvement and Steve Hegarty from Gaddum Carers Salford.
They’ll be there come rain or shine on Fridays between 11am and 1pm.

Caring and Mental Health Course
2023-05-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Langworthy Cornerstone, 451 Liverpool Street, Salford, M6 5QQ
Finding life a lot? Join our weekly sessions exploring caring and mental health. We will be looking at strategies to help you look after yourself, or to support someone you care for.
The course will provide a safe and welcoming environment, giving lots of information and allowing you to connect with other carers, as well as finding out about services and support in Salford. We’re in your corner.
To book call 0161 834 6069 or email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk.
The sessions run for three weeks on a Thursday on 4, 11 and 18 May. The first session is at Langworthy Cornerstone, and the rest will be at Rainbow Rooms in Salford.

Grab a Brew - Cake and Calm
2023-05-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Pendleton Gateway
Take some time out with a brew and some cake at our next coffee morning for carers in Salford.
There will be tips on how to enhance your wellbeing, guided breathing and meditation. Because you deserve a break too.
For more details and to book email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069.

Struggling with Professionals?
2023-04-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Swinton Gateway, Crompton House, 100 Chorley Road, Swinton, M27 6BP
Professionals can be intimidating. If you are an unpaid carer, we can support you in our workshop on communicating well with health and social care professionals.
To book call 0161 834 6069 or email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk.

Carers Focus Group - Carers Week and Volunteers Week Planning (online)
2023-04-20 18:00 - 19:15
This time, shall we do what you want to do?
Carers are amazing and it’s time for us to celebrate and thank you. Come to this month’s Carers Focus Group online and let us know what activities YOU would like in Carers Week (5 – 11 June).
Maybe it’s a fun trip out, a bit of pampering and self care, or the chance to learn about Carers’ Rights. By volunteering your time and having your say, we will plan activities for Carers Week based on what you want.
We’ll also discuss how we can thank and celebrate our fantastic Carers Focus Group Volunteers (that’s you) during Volunteers’ Week (1 – 7 June) too.
Join us on Zoom, from the comfort of your own home and let’s plan these national weeks together.
You’re welcome to stay online afterwards and chat with Carers and staff for half an hour too…it’s good to socialise.
To attend, please email jemma.houghton@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069 ext 4009.

Have your say on mental health services in Manchester
2023-04-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Mancunia Arts Centre, Khalsa House, Chatley Street, Manchester, M3 1HY
Do you fancy your ideas being used to change mental health services in Manchester?
We do. And we want to do it WITH you and FOR you. It’s not about us. You have the knowledge and experience to do this.
Change is afoot. Join us for an initial session to find out what’s going on and to see if you’d like to get involved. You can be involved as much or as little as you like.
Travel and time costs will be reimbursed, and we’ll throw in a cuppa too. The best date and location will be agreed with everyone who expresses an interest.
To take part or for more information call Laura on 07527 945 977 or email laura.maguire@gaddum.org.uk.

Carers Walk in Debdale Park
2023-04-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Debdale Park, Gorton, M18 7LJ
Put a spring in your step, get some fresh air and meet other carers. Need a chat? We’re here for you too.
Take your time. The walk has a short and long version to suit you.
Public transport costs and group taxi bookings will be reimbursed, and that’s not all, we’ll throw in lunch and refreshments too.
The walk will take place alongside Stepping Out with The Ramblers, Bury Carers, Manchester Carers Forum and Wigan & Leigh Carers Centre.
Places are limited and booking is essential. For more information and to book contact salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk.

Carers Online Social Evening
2023-04-19 17:30 - 18:30
Worries following you into Spring? Your chance for a natter with people like you. And of course, we’ll be there too.
To book, call 0161 834 6069 or email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk.

Carers Focus Group - Carers Week and Volunteers Week Planning (face to face)
2023-04-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Pendleton Gateway
This time, shall we do what you want to do?
Carers are amazing and it’s time for us to celebrate and thank you. Come to this month’s Carers Focus Group and let us know what activities YOU would like in Carers Week (5 – 11 June).
Maybe it’s a fun trip out, a bit of pampering and self-care, or the chance to learn about Carers’ Rights. By volunteering your time and having your say, we will plan activities for Carers Week based on what you want.
We’ll also discuss how we can thank and celebrate our fantastic Carers Focus Group Volunteers (that’s you) during Volunteers’ Week (1 – 7 June) too.
So bring your ideas and we’ll buy the biscuits, brews and fruit. We’ll also reimburse agreed travel expenses, so you’re not out of pocket (just keep your receipts).
You’re welcome to stay afterwards and chat with carers and staff for half an hour too…it’s good to socialise.
To attend, email jemma.houghton@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069 (ext 4009).

Salford Royal Hospital - Carers Drop In
2023-04-17 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-04-03 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-03-20 09:00 - 16:30 | Salford Royal Hospital

Communicating well with the person you care for - Workshop
2023-04-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Walkden Gateway, 2 Smith Street
Struggling to communicate with your loved one? We get it, and we’ll guide you through. All this while enjoying a brew and a natter.
To book call 0161 834 6069 or email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk.

Carers Salford Men's Support Group (face to face)
2023-04-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Rainbow Rooms
Your chance for a good-old chin-wag. To book or find out more, get in touch: 0161 834 6069 / salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call.

Carers Salford Coffee Morning
2023-04-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Pendleton Gateway
Your chance for a good-old chin wag and a brew. This month’s ‘eggtastic’ theme is Easter arts and crafts.
Call 0161 834 6069 or email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk to sign up.

Caring for someone with Neurodiversity (i.e. Autism, ADHD)
2023-03-31 12:00 - 15:00 | The Valley, 7 - 9 Dorning Road, Swinton, M27 5UX
A short workshop for those caring for someone with a neurodiverse condition.
Neurodiversity is used to describe a range of diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Tourette’s syndrome.
Tips and techniques, and helping you to access support in Salford. This session is focused on you, how you are feeling and we will give you advice and guidance on how to manage during challenging times.
For more information and to book email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069.

Salford Royal Hospital - Carers Drop In
2023-03-27 09:00 - 16:30

Carers Salford - Men's Support Group (online)
2023-03-23 17:30 - 18:30
Come along to my online Men’s Support Group for carers in Salford on the fourth Thursday of every month.
Expect everything from quizzes to discussions about things that matter as well as fun chat, guest speakers and much more…
Just pop by and say hello, don’t worry about having to stay for the full hour if you don’t have time.
I am a friendly group and we looking forward to meeting you. For more information and to book please email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069.

Carers Focus Group - Cost of Living Crisis (online)
2023-03-16 18:00 - 19:15
Come to this month’s Focus Group and have your say on how the cost of living crisis is affecting you as a Carer in Salford. You can also discuss the general cost of caring, from finances to health and wellbeing, work, relationships etc.
We’d like to hear about your experiences; what challenges you are facing, support you may have accessed, what’s been useful, what could be improved etc.
All information provided will be shared anonymously with relevant professionals.
By volunteering your time and having your say, you will help shape services and make a positive difference to Salford Carers… all from the comfort of your own home, via Zoom.
To attend, please email jemma.houghton@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069 ext 4009.
You are welcome to stay online after the group finishes, from 7:15pm – 7:45pm to chat to other carers or with staff.

Carers Salford - Online Social Evening
2023-03-15 17:30 - 18:30
Come and join us to a quick online social later in the evening, perfect if you are working or have a little more time later in the day.
You can bring your own brew and talk to other carers that understand your situation. A member of staff will be on hand if you need to discuss things in a safe and welcoming space.
To book please email salford.carers@gaddum.org.uk or call 0161 834 6069.
