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18 May 2026
Carers Talk

Carers Strategy Steering Group

Find out more about plans to support unpaid carers in Islington and share your views. We’d like to know what training opportunities carers might need…

10:30 - 12:30
Islington Town Hall, Committee Room 4, Upper St, London N1 2UD
26 May 2026
Carers Get Together

Carers for Carers Meetup @ St. Luke’s

Come along, take a breather and have a chat with other Islington carers in this comfortable venue over a tea or coffee. Carers Nadine &…

10:30 - 12:00
St. Luke's Community Centre, 90 Central St, London EC1V 8AJ
29 May 2026
Carers Get Together

British Museum Visit

This is going to be an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ visit! Explore the fascinating theme: Money, Hoards & Treasure. At the start of the visit,…

14:00 - 16:00
British Museum, Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG
09 Jun 2026
Carers Get Together

‘Carers for Carers’ Monthly Meetup

Come along, take a breather and have a chat with other Islington carers in this comfortable venue over a tea or coffee. Carers Stella, Liz…

10:30 - 12:00
Duke of Cambridge, 30 St Peter’s St, London, N1 8JT
12 Jun 2026
Carers Talk

Improving Support for Carers: Adult Carers Strategy Update

Join us to find out how the Islington Adults Carers Strategy is progressing, with the input of carers like yourself, since its launch in June…

11:00 - 14:00
42 Crouch Hill, Finsbury Park, N4 4BY
13 Jun 2026
Carers Get Together

Kew Gardens Trip

Join Torps and other carers for a leisurely walk to admire Kew Gardens at its best.  Meet at the main gate at 11.30am to wander…

11:30 -
Kew Gardens Victoria Gate, Kew Road, TW9 3JR
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May 3, 2026

Autism and Learning Disabilties Event

Islington Carers Hub hosted an Autism and Learning Disabilities event, in April 2026, World Autism Acceptance Month.  It was well attended, with Islington residents coming along to find out about local support services and to meet other carers and residents…
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April 28, 2026

A Family’s Journey Through Autism Diagnosis and Care

April is World Autism Month, a campaign to raise awareness and acceptance of autism. In Islington, it’s estimated that over 2,500 adults are living with autism and autism is the most common need identified in children with Education, Health and…
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April 28, 2026

A Lifeline for Carers: Finding Community in Dementia-Friendly Spaces

Caring for Each Other Through Life’s Challenges Babette began caring for her husband, William, after he underwent a heart valve replacement at the age of 46. In the years since, the couple have supported one another through a number of…
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April 2, 2026

Autism and Learning Disabilities Event

We are hosting an Autism and Learning Disabilities Event together with Centre 404 on Tuesday 21 April, 10.30am-1.30pm at the Upper Holloway Baptist Church, 11 Tollington Way, London N7 6RG Please see our flyer for the full programme/easy-read version. Find…
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March 4, 2026

March Newsletter

Creative Highlights : Our Carers Printing Workshop with Create was a big success, with carers exploring visual art across six inspiring sessions. Ongoing Support for Carers: Join our welcoming peer groups, strategy meetings, and social activities designed to connect and…
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March 2, 2026

Finding a Creative Outlet with Create Printing Workshop

In February, our Visual Art and Printing Workshop with Create came to a close. The six-session course led by professional artist, Sam Haynes, was a great success! Participants explored poster design, printmaking and collage, producing beautiful artwork and connecting with…
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February 4, 2026

February Newsletter

Get a Break from Caring: read the Mobilise guide about options to get a break from caring. Carers for Carers Monthly Meet-up: meet other Islington carers in this regular monthly event in a comfortable venue. Conflict Resolution Course: a two-part…
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January 4, 2026

January Newsletter

Helping carers to keep active: Can't get out to exercise? Try out a range of work-out videos designed for carers by Carers UK Future Wishes: Find out how to make a Will, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Advanced Care Plan…
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December 4, 2025

December Newsletter

A Mother's Unbreakable Journey: Four decades of caring: Anna shares her family's story - the incredible challenges of caring, but also their closeness. Carers Overpayments: the government review looking into carers allowance overpayments that caused many carers to get into…

Past Carers Events

12 May 2026
Carers Get Together

‘Carers for Carers’ Monthly Meetup

Come along, take a breather and have a chat with other Islington carers in this comfortable venue over a tea or coffee. Carers Stella, Liz…

10:30 - 12:00
Duke of Cambridge, 30 St Peter’s St, London, N1 8JT
28 Apr 2026
Carers Get Together

Carers for Carers Meetup @ St. Luke’s

Come along, take a breather and have a chat with other Islington carers in this comfortable venue over a tea or coffee. Carers Nadine &…

10:30 - 12:00
St. Luke's Community Centre, 90 Central St, London EC1V 8AJ
21 Apr 2026
Carers Talk

Autism and Learning Disabilities Event

Find out how to get support for yourself or for the person who you are caring for who is living with autism or learning disabilities.…

10:30 - 13:30
11 Tollington Way, London N7 6RG
16 Apr 2026
Carers Get Together

Monthly Theatre Event

Come and join us for our monthly Theatre Event at the Park Theatre in Finsbury Park. The event kicks off with teas and coffees on…

14:00 - 18:00
Park Theatre, Clifton Terrace, London, N4 3JP
14 Apr 2026
Carers Get Together

‘Carers for Carers’ Monthly Meetup

Come along, take a breather and have a chat with other Islington carers in this comfortable venue over a tea or coffee. Carers Stella, Liz…

10:30 - 12:00
Duke of Cambridge, 30 St Peter’s St, London, N1 8JT
28 Mar 2026
Carers Get Together

Spring Walk (Cancelled)

Please join David for a spring walk on the last Saturday in March.  We will meet at Cockfosters station at 10:30am for a brisk walk…

10:30 - 12:00
Cockfosters Station, Cockfosters Road, Barnet, EN4 0DZ,
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Age UK Islington Events

Let’s Talk Peer Event

Come together with others monthly to share what you know & find local solutions!

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Digital Support

Support to help you get the most from your smartphone or digital device.

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Get Togethers

Regular social Get Togethers taking place across the borough.

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Dementia-Friendly Islington Activities

From Singing for the Brain to Arts classes and Park Cuppas, there’s a lot taking place in Islington for people with dementia and their carers.  These activities are provided by organisations including Alzheimer’s Society, Islington Council, Arts 4 Dementia and Park Theatre.

For more information visit the Age UK Islington website.

Better Lives Family Service

Better Lives Family Service provide help and support for adults, children and families who are affected by their loved one’s alcohol and other drug addiction. The service holds an open Coffee Morning that takes place on the last Thursday of every month from 11am to 1pm. This is a friendly and welcoming space for clients and other people to visit and who want to know more about the family service and their links to other organisations in the community. They provide a variety of workshops and invite professionals from other services to talk about how they can help and support you.

For more information visit Better Lives Family Service.

Archway and District Carers Support Group

A relaxed, informal meetings where you will meet friendly people to share ideas, information and laughter.

The group meet the first Wednesday of every month from 2-4pm
New Orleans Community Centre, Cromartie Road, London, N19 3TH

For more information and to check dates, please contact Kirsty Mabb on 07526 455 401 or via email.

Centre 404

Centre 404 offers a range of high quality services to assist children and adults with a learning disability and their family carers.

They provide groups for family carers and support with benefits and grants as well as activities.

For more information visit the Centre 404 website.

Mobilise Virtual Cuppa

The Mobilise online, or virtual, cuppa is a free 45 min video call where you can connect with around 12 other people who are also looking after a loved one.

For more information visit the Mobilise website.

Carers UK Forum

Open 24/7, Carers Connect is an online forum for Carers UK members where you can talk about anything related to caring.

Whether you want to chat with other carers, ask questions or simply get how you’re feeling off your chest, you’ll find support from people who understand.

For more information see the Carers UK website.

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