Carers MK

10/06/2025

Thank you to Johanna 'JJ' Hrycak and all at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for your support this !

It is wonderful to work alongside you all, supporting carers and the people they care for, including veteran patients and their families.

01/05/2025

As we announced a month ago, after 20 years of supporting carers in Milton Keynes, providing advice, advocacy, respite, and solidarity to thousands of people, yesterday was our last day of delivering services in the community. We continue to provide support to Carers within the hospital.

From today, the adult carers service will be delivered by Citizens Advice MK, and the young carers service by CHUMS as part of changes commissioned by Milton Keynes City Council.

Members of our team met with local MP Chris Curtis MP last week, who was hugely empathetic about the needs of carers in Milton Keynes. Chris expressed an interest in hearing from carers about how the Carers MK service has supported you, and any concerns you have about the service transition.

Please do share any feedback in the comments section of this post, or by contacting Chris at [email protected]

In the meantime, we wanted to sign off by sharing some of the many messages received since the announcement was made (swipe to read!) Thank you to everyone who has reached out. It’s been a privilege to support you all!

31/03/2025

We have lots of carers groups, activities and workshops taking place across Milton Keynes in April. Check out our What's On for Adult and Parent Carers calendar for more details: carersmiltonkeynes.org/services/whats-on-for-adult-parent-carers/

Milton Keynes City Council | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust | BLMKHealthandCare

Check out our interactive calendar below for details of our carers groups, workshops and activities. Simply click on the group, activity or workshop that you are interested in for more details.

30/03/2025

Eid Mubarak to all carers and their families! 🌙✨

We recognise the incredible dedication and love you give every day.

May this Eid bring you moments of peace, joy, and the support you deserve—today and always.

Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and strength in all that you do. 💙

28/03/2025

Come along to our last Study Club session, in partnership with The Open University, on 1st April. No booking needed, just come along. We look forward to seeing you! Please note - there are a limited number of laptops available so we would encourage you to bring your own laptop, tablet or phone if possible.

Congratulations to 2 members who have completed courses and received certificate! 👏

27/03/2025

No time for meditation? Try this instead:

✨ Washing hands? Feel the water, notice the temperature.

✨ Drinking tea? Breathe in the scent before taking a sip.

✨ Walking to another room? Feel your feet connecting to the ground.

Micro-mindfulness = a calmer mind in seconds. 💙

27/03/2025

Carers MK has been dedicated to supporting family carers in Milton Keynes for almost 20 years, providing advice, advocacy, respite, and solidarity to thousands of carers. As a member of Carers Trust, our commitment to carers remains steadfast.

Unfortunately our application to continue delivering the Young Carers and Young Adult Carers service, was unsuccessful.

From May 2025, this service will be delivered by CHUMS as part of changes commissioned by Milton Keynes City Council.

Having supported young carers for nearly two decades, our priority will always remain the young carers we support and our dedicated staff team. We look forward to working closely with CHUMS to ensure a smooth handover.

A message from our CEO, Karen Irons:

"The wonderful words we continue to receive from you all give the team comfort at a difficult time. It has been a great privilege that you have trusted us. Your strength and courage are remarkable, and we wish you well. CHUMS will be there for you from May, and we will update you as we work with them through this transition phase."

Our contract to deliver the Young Carers and Young Adult Carers service will end on 30th April 2025.

We want to reassure all carers that we are here to answer any questions and provide support during this transition. Until our contract ends, we remain fully committed to delivering high-quality services, and we are also exploring ways to continue supporting carers in Milton Keynes in the future.

If you have any concerns or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Telephone number: 01908 231703
Email: [email protected]

27/03/2025

Carers MK will be holding a drop-in session for unpaid carers at Sikh Society MK, MK6 5LU on 1st April 2025, 11.30am – 12.30pm.

Come along and find out how we can support you in your caring role. We look forward to seeing you!

27/03/2025

Join us at our Carers MK @ Westcroft Group and meet other carers, share information and get support from one of our experienced carer support workers.
🗓️ 31st March 2025, 10.30am – 12pm
📍 Morrisons Community Room in Morrisons Supermarket, Westcroft, MK4 4DD

26/03/2025

🚔 Crime Prevention Roadshows – Coming This April! 🚔

Thames Valley Police, Safer MK, Milton Keynes City Council and partner organisations are hosting Crime Prevention Roadshows across Milton Keynes from Monday, 7th April to Friday, 11th April. These events aim to raise awareness and provide valuable advice on staying safe.

📍 Where to Find Them:

Monday
🔹 Shenley Church End – Sainsbury’s, 2 Engaine Drive, MK5 6JU ⏰ 9am - 12.30pm
🔹 Bletchley – Tesco Extra, Watling Street, MK1 1DD ⏰ 1pm - 4.30pm

Tuesday
🔹 Olney – Sainsbury’s, Lavendon Road, MK46 4FA ⏰ 9am - 12.30pm
🔹 Stony Stratford – Tesco Express, 5 Cofferidge Close, MK11 1BY ⏰ 1pm - 4.30pm

Wednesday
🔹 Blakelands/Newport Pagnell – Lidl, Wolverton Road, MK14 5AA ⏰ 9am - 12.30pm
🔹 CMK – Morrisons, Elder Gate, MK9 1DL ⏰ 1pm - 4.30pm

Friday
🔹 Kingston – Tesco Extra, 1 Wi******er Circle, MK10 0AH ⏰ 9am - 12.30pm
🔹 Great Linford – Co-op Food, 2 St Leger Court, MK14 5HA ⏰ 1pm - 4pm

✅ Get expert crime prevention advice
✅ Learn how to minimise the risk of becoming a victim of crime
✅ Pick up free safety items (while stocks last!)

Look out for the Crime Prevention Roadshow, and don’t miss this opportunity to get useful tips and resources!

More info: https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/community-safety-safermk-partnership/community-safety-events

26/03/2025

Join Parents and Carers Alliance MK at their Family STAY & PLAY event - for SEND Families in Milton Keynes.

📆Saturday 29th March, 10am – 12pm
📍Bancroft Meeting Place, 29 Hadrians Drive, Bancroft, MK13 0QB
(This venue is close to a park and the no 5 bus route)

Craft activities for children/young people, Badge making, Seed planting.
No need to book - just turn up!
Free refreshments

Please note: parent / carers to be responsible for their own children and young people at all times.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

24/03/2025

Join us at our Carers MK @ Fuller Slade Group for parent carers to meet other parent carers, share information and get support from one of our experienced carer support workers. The person you care for is welcome to come along. Please note, you will be responsible in meeting their needs at all times.
🗓️ 28th March 2025, 9.30am – 11am
📍 The Rowans Family Centre, MK11 2BD