Carer Support West Cumbria

05/12/2025

A familiar face to many of you no doubt.

👉Head over to Cumberland Carers and keep up to date with the latest information for carers.

27/11/2025

Just a reminder that the Christmas Cuppa events start next week and run throughout December 🧑‍🎄🎅🍰☕️🫖

Cuppa's are taking place in Brampton, Carlisle, Cockermouth, Houghton, Millom, Workington, Whitehaven, Seascale & Wigton.

✨Follow Cumberland Carers on Facebook and keep up to date with all our events ✨

Learn more about Cumberland Carers here: https://wearepeoplefirst.co.uk/cumberland-carers/

27/11/2025

Christmas can be joyful, but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re inviting unpaid adult carers across Cumberland to join us for our festive get togethers – a chance to pause, share a brew, enjoy a mince pie, and connect with others who understand.

📍 From Wigton to Carlisle, Cockermouth to Seascale, our team are hosting relaxed gatherings in local cafés, restaurants, and community spaces.

☕ No need to book – just drop in and enjoy some friendly company.

💬 You’ll meet other carers and our team, all ready for a chat and a bit of festive cheer.

🎄Let’s make this season brighter together – the more the merrier! ✨

Find the full list of dates and venues here: wearepeoplefirst.co.uk/news/christmas-cuppas/

20/11/2025

Did you know Cumberland Carers are hosting drop in 'Christmas Cuppa's' across Cumberland this December?

Join Cumberland Carers Support Workers for a cuppa and a mince pie at one of the below locations, we would love to see you!

🎄Wigton: Tuesday 2nd December, 10.30-12pm
New Spotted Cow Cafe in Wigton at 42-44 King St, Wigton CA7 9EJ

🎊 Cockermouth: Monday 8th December, 10.30-12pm:
Unit 7F, Lakeland Business Park, Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth CA13 0QT

🍰 Millom: Wednesday 10th December, 10.30-12pm
Trackside Cafe and Bar, Station Road, LA18 5AA

☃️ Whitehaven: Thursday 11th December, 10.30-12pm Hensingham Rugby League Club, Whitehaven CA28 8TX

🎄Workington: Thursday 11th December - 10:30-12pm
Hungry Caterpillar, Ivison Lane, Workington (next to JD Sports)

🎊 Seascale: Friday 12th December, 2.30-4pm
Mawsons Coffee Shop, Drigg Road, Seascale CA20 1NP

🍰 Carlisle: Tuesday 2nd December, 10:30-12:00pm
Tullie House, Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TP

☃️ Brampton: Wednesday 10th December, 10:30-12:00pm
Howard Arms, 1 Front St, Brampton CA8 1NG

🎄Houghton: Tuesday 16th December, 10:30-12:00pm
Houghton Hall, Houghton, Carlisle CA6 4JB

Learn more about Cumberland Carers: https://wearepeoplefirst.co.uk/cumberland-carers/

30/09/2025

Let’s quit together this Stoptober. There’s no need to go it alone. It’s much easier to stop smoking when you get the right support, and there are lots of options to choose from.

🛎️ Learn more; https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

29/09/2025

From 1st October, support for unpaid adult carers will be provided by People First’s Cumberland Carers team.

You’ll still see the same familiar faces - and receive the same tailored, flexible support.

✅ No new assessments
✅ No disruption
✅ Just continued care, connection, and kindness

We’re here for you, as always. 💚

29/09/2025

🚨 Reminder 🚨

Growing Well have received 2 years of funding from Mid-Copeland GDF to deliver 30 FREE, weekly veg boxes to low income families, couples, individuals from Thornhill to Seascale/ Gosforth.

🥕 Door to door delivery
🥕 Fresh, locally grown, pesticide free vegetables - minimum of 7 items per box
🥕 Recipe ideas provided
🥕 Easy application process
🌟 COMPLETELY FREE!

Contact Growing Well to apply;
📩 [email protected]
☎️ 07512 316 568

26/09/2025

Our 2025-26 ‘Looking after someone’ guide is available.

The guide outlines your rights as a carer and gives an overview of the practical and financial support available.

Download here: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/guides-and-tools/looking-after-someone-guide/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_ktwuphrrpg

26/09/2025

Our Helpline is here for unpaid carers. We can provide specialist information on a range of topics, including…

◼️ benefits and financial support

◼️ how to get practical support

◼️ challenging decisions.

Are you looking for help? Get in touch by emailing [email protected]

25/09/2025

Advanced date for your diary with free admission!

22/09/2025

Reminder that the Taste Cumbria Food Festival _ Taste Cockermouth takes place this weekend, 27th & 28th September.

You can expect;

✅ Producers’ stalls
✅Market Place Street party
✅Hot food court and al fresco bars
✅Cookery demos
✅Live music
✅Jennings tours
✅Children’s activities and fairground
✅Caricaturist, street theatre and more!

Learn more:

Join us for a fantastic celebration of food at Taste Cockermouth in September. Visit the Producer’s Market, food stalls, live events & music for all the family!

18/09/2025

Learn more about the upcoming Great Northern Chinwag!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/dp58e93y