Care for Carers

19/08/2026

Care for Carers is part of the Co-op Local Community Fund.
To find out more about our project and choose to support us, click here: https://loom.ly/hZX5HvE

14/08/2026

When you’re caring for someone, hot weather can add a few more things to think about.

Is there enough water in the fridge?
Is the room getting too warm?
Do plans need to change?
Is the person you care for coping with the heat?

And somewhere in amongst all of that, there’s you.

So while you’re looking out for someone else, try to look after yourself too. Keep a drink nearby, find some shade, take things a little slower if you can and check in with someone if you need a bit of support.

Sometimes the simplest things can make a difference on a hot day.

We hope all of our carers are managing to keep cool and enjoy a little of the sunshine too.

☎️ 0131 661 2077
[email protected]
care4carers.org.uk

07/08/2026

Caring for someone can shape every part of your day.
Your time, your routines and the opportunities you have to focus on yourself.

At Care for Carers, we create opportunities for unpaid carers to take time away from their caring role, try something different and spend time with people who understand.

Through our Stepping Out residential breaks, carers can experience supported short breaks across Scotland. From city trips and remote island stays to theatre visits, foraging walks and astronomy activities, each break creates space for new experiences and connection.

Our Still Caring programme offers day and evening activities including mindfulness, arts, woodwork, cooking, nature activities and theatre trips.

We listen to carers and shape our support around what they tell us they need. When we cannot provide the right support ourselves, we help carers find the service that can.

If you are an unpaid carer, you deserve opportunities that support your wellbeing too.

☎️ 0131 661 2077
[email protected]

www.care4carers.org.uk

31/07/2026

Join our relaxed and welcoming activities where you can meet other unpaid carers who understand your experiences.

Our Still Caring sessions give you the chance to take a break from your caring role, enjoy new activities, share experiences if you choose and build friendships in a supportive environment. Whether you enjoy mindfulness, creative workshops, cooking, nature or simply spending time with others, there is something for you.

You don't have to face caring alone.
Come along, connect with others and discover the support available through Care for Carers.

To find out more about our Still Caring activities, contact:

☎️ 0131 661 2077
🌐 www.care4carers.org.uk

26/07/2026

Looking after a family member or friend can be one of the most rewarding things you do, but it's not always easy, and it's easy to lose yourself in it.

That's where Care for Carers comes in.
We run local events, organise short breaks, and create chances to meet other people who genuinely get what caring involves, because they're living it too.

It doesn't matter what age you are, or what condition or disability the person you care for has.
If you're an unpaid carer, our door is open.

Want to find out more, or think we might be able to help?
Get in touch, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 0131 661 2077
🌐 www.care4carers.org.uk

13/07/2026

Discover art in the open air with Care for Carers. 🌿🎨
Join us on Wednesday, 15th July for a guided visit to the National Gallery of Scotland Sculpture Park in the grounds of Modern One.

Explore more than 20 sculptures set within beautiful green spaces as you discover works by renowned artists including Barbara Hepworth, Tracey Emin, Henry Moore and Richard Long. Our guided tour will give you the chance to learn more about each piece while enjoying a relaxed walk outdoors with other carers.

This Still Caring activity is a great opportunity to spend time in nature, enjoy inspiring artwork and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive environment.

If you'd like to join us or find out more, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 [email protected]

☎️ 0131 661 2077
www.care4carers.org.uk

10/07/2026

Do you have questions about Care for Carers?
We're here to help.

Whether you're an unpaid carer looking for support, interested in becoming a member, thinking about volunteering or simply want to learn more about our services, we'd love to hear from you.

Our team takes the time to listen and help you find the right support. If we can't provide what you need directly, we'll help you find the organisation that can.

Get in touch today with any questions about:
💙 Our support services
💙 Membership
💙 Volunteering opportunities
💙 Our programmes and activities
💙 General enquiries

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 0131 661 2077
📠 0131 661 6192

Visit us online: www.care4carers.org.uk

We're here to support you every step of the way.

07/07/2026

FREE ADMISSION - The Edinburgh Usher Hall on Tuesday 15th September at 7.30pm - please use this link to book tickets.

Tue, 15 September 2026 | 7.30 pm Usher Hall, Edinburgh

24/06/2026

We have a fantastic offer to share with Edinburgh carers. If you would like to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia over the summer we can offer 2 tickets until September. Please call the office on 0131 661 2077 or email: [email protected] for further information

24/06/2026

The support we provide to unpaid carers across Edinburgh is only possible through the organisations that invest in our work.

Care for Carers is proud to be funded by the Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership, NHS Lothian, Carers Trust, the Bank of Scotland Foundation, Short Breaks, The National Lottery Community Fund, People's Postcode Lottery plus many more trust funds across the UK.

Their support helps us deliver residential breaks, wellbeing activities, creative opportunities and practical support that enables carers to take time for themselves, connect with others and improve their wellbeing.

Every activity, conversation and opportunity is made possible through partnerships that recognise the vital contribution unpaid carers make every day.

Thank you to all our funders for helping us continue supporting carers across Edinburgh.

☎️ 0131 661 2077
[email protected]
www.care4carers.org.uk