Parents and Carers Events
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| Every week from Thursday 4th June until Thursday 16th July 2026
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Friendship Chat Café
open every Thursday morning 10:00-12:00 pm
Open Door Warminster run four chat cafés, these are friendly, welcoming groups where you can connect with other people who genuinely understand how you are feeling – whether that’s feeling lonely, dealing with cancer or struggling with grief.
Over a hot drink you can simply talk about whatever matters to you in that moment.
All groups are held at the fully accessible Athenaeum Centre, 18-20 High Street, Warminster, BA12 9AE. They are drop-in and completely free.
Have a look at their [website] for more information.
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| Other for ages
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| Thursday 25th June 2026
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The dates for the face-to-face groups can be found [HERE].
Parent Carer Virtual Groups in 2026
Informal and friendly online meeting. Chat and connect with other Parent Carers.
• Thursday 23rd April 2026 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 21st May 2026 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 25th June 2026 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
For the virtual sessions, please email jo.hiller-culley@carerstogetherwiltshire.org.uk for the link.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 26th June 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 30th June 2026
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Meet and Chat to other Carers in Salisbury
If you are an unpaid carer who finds it difficult to attend daytime groups, Carer Corner may be just what you are looking for.
Carer Corner is new initiative that is being offered in partnership between Carers Together Wiltshire and Alabaré Riverside Sanctuary.
Come along for a chat, relax and catch-up with other unpaid carers; it’s all about connecting, having fun and looking after your mental well-being!
No need to book – just turn up on the day.
Please Note:- New visitors to the Sanctuary will need to register on arrival.
Carer Corner takes place at:- Riverside Sanctuary, 2 Watt Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire from 7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Next sessions:-
• Tuesday 5th May 2026
• Tuesday 2nd June 2026
• Tuesday 30th June 2026
• Tuesday 28th July 2026
For more details and to double-check dates, please visit their [website]
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 30th June 2026
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Inclusive Wiltshire Webinar
Thank you again to everyone who has used the WPCC’s Inclusive Wiltshire feedback form to share their feedback about the new scheme since its launch on 13th May this year.
We have received over 130 responses from parent carers who shared the anxieties, confusion, frustration and challenges they have experienced since the new scheme launched. The WPCC has been actively engaged in regular conversations with Wiltshire Council officers to share this feedback. The LA is actively listening to this feedback and working to respond to the issues being reported.
In response to a specific request from the WPCC, the LA is hosting a webinar for parent carers on Tuesday 30th June 2026 at 6:00pm, where they will:
- share the latest updates on Inclusive Wiltshire
- provide an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about the support and activities available
To help the officers facilitating this session to answer as many as possible, please submit questions in advance as detailed below.
Please click [HERE] to send your details and any questions in advance and you will receive details of how to join nearer the time.
If you can't make the webinar, it will be recorded and a link will be made available to watch it back after the event, with the answers to all the questions.
We would also encourage anyone who is experiencing any issues, challenges, or anxieties to email: InclusiveWiltshire@wiltshire.gov.uk; we have been assured that everyone who emails will receive individual responses.
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 1st July 2026
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An online through Teams get together with other SEND parents, carers and professionals who understand.
These sessions are usually once a month, 7pm-9pm
Tickets are free but you do need to book. For more information, please click [HERE]
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 1st July 2026
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Social Prescriber Drop-in Trowbridge Library
First Wednesday of the month 9:30-12:30
Are you an adult who is struggling to manage your health and wellbeing? Your social prescriber from the local GP surgery may be able to help you.
Drop into Trowbridge library on the first Wednesday of the month to find out more. Social prescribers can put you in touch with the people and activities that might help you to feel better. This could be an introduction to a community group, a new activity or a local club. Or support to find legal advice or debt counselling.
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 6th July 2026
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South Wiltshire National Autistic Society Return to Face-to Face Support Meetings
South Wiltshire National Autistic Society have returned to face-to-face support meetings. The aim of the group is to provide individuals, friends and family help, support and information with all aspects of the spectrum and is open to all ages. The group meets on the 1st Monday of the month (expect bank holidays, then it will be the following Monday)
Where: Tesco community room, Southampton Road, Salisbury.
When: 1st Monday of the month, 7.00pm - 9.00pm
For more information, please call 07795368113, Email: southwiltshire.branch@nas.org.uk, visit the [NAS Website] or the South Wilts NAS Branch [Facebook page].
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 7th July 2026
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Free Sessions to Support Parent Carers Managing Behaviour that Challenges at Home
The Wiltshire Parent Carer Council (WPCC) is delighted to be in a position to offer two free Q&A sessions for parent carers of neurodivergent children.
The sessions will be parent led, and focus on supporting parent carers with strategies to try at home to support with behaviour that challenges. These sessions will be delivered in partnership with Debbie Riall who will be there to answer your questions. Debbie has previously worked as an autism specialist, and has also written a number of books relating to autism which offer practical strategies for both families and professionals.
The WPCC is offering parent carers two free sessions:
In Person - Wednesday 24th June from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Rudloe Community Centre, SN13 0NE (refreshments will be provided).
Online - Tuesday 7th July from 10:00am to 12:00pm
To book your place to join one of these sessions, please click [HERE].
To submit questions you would like to be considered in your chosen session, please click [HERE].
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 7th July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 8th July 2026
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The Haven - Corsham
The Haven is a free parent support group for families with any neurodivergent children/ young people (ADHD, autism, Tourette’s Syndrome, dyspraxia and dyslexia). It’s a place where parent carers can share experiences and strategies together.
The group is led by Debbie Riall who previously worked as an autism specialist. She has also written a number of books relating to autism which offer practical strategies for both families and professionals.
The Haven runs one morning each month at Rudloe Community Centre, Corsham and there is also a monthly evening group at Corsham Baptist Church.
For session dates and more information, please see the poster below and contact Debbie at:- theautrm1@gmail.com
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 10th July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 13th July 2026
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A new Social Prescribing drop-in session, headed up by the Social Prescribing Team across both Roundstone Surgery and Trowbridge Health Centre has been launched.
The team have just launched a second drop in held at the Civic Centre on the second Monday of the month from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
These drop-in sessions are in addition to the existing monthly drop in at Trowbridge Library, which is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 9:30am-12:30pm.
The sessions are designed to allow individuals to drop-in and learn more about Social Prescribing without receiving a formal referral. During the session the team are able to signpost individuals to local community groups and resources, assist with paperwork and form filling and also discuss if longer term, more formal support would be beneficial.
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 13th July 2026
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A new Social Prescribing drop-in session, headed up by the Social Prescribing Team across both Roundstone Surgery and Trowbridge Health Centre has been launched.
The team have just launched a second drop in held at the Civic Centre on the second Monday of the month from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
These drop-in sessions are in addition to the existing monthly drop in at Trowbridge Library, which is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 9:30am-12:30pm.
The sessions are designed to allow individuals to drop-in and learn more about Social Prescribing without receiving a formal referral. During the session the team are able to signpost individuals to local community groups and resources, assist with paperwork and form filling and also discuss if longer term, more formal support would be beneficial.
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 14th July 2026
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The Haven - Corsham
The Haven is a free parent support group for families with any neurodivergent children/ young people (ADHD, autism, Tourette’s Syndrome, dyspraxia and dyslexia). It’s a place where parent carers can share experiences and strategies together.
The group is led by Debbie Riall who previously worked as an autism specialist. She has also written a number of books relating to autism which offer practical strategies for both families and professionals.
The Haven runs one morning each month at Rudloe Community Centre, Corsham and there is also a monthly evening group at Corsham Baptist Church.
For session dates and more information, please see the poster below and contact Debbie at:- theautrm1@gmail.com
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 21st July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 21st July 2026
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Self-Help Group for Unpaid Carers in Lyneham and Bradenstoke
The Toucan Café is a self-help group for unpaid carers that meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month, from 10:30am to 12:00pm.
Health professionals and members of support organisations visit the cafe on invitation, to help with advice and support.
You can be sure of a warm welcome, join for a coffee/tea, hosted by Sue, John and Stevie.
Meetings are held alternatively at The Cross Keys Inn, Bradenstoke and Cotswold House, Lyneham.
Upcoming dates
The Cross Keys Inn, Bradenstoke on:
- Tuesday 17th March 2026
- Tuesday 19th May 2026
- Tuesday 21st July 2026
- Tuesday 15th September 2026
- Tuesday 17th November 2026
Cotswold House, Lyneham on:
- Tuesday 20th January 2026
- Tuesday 17th February 2026
- Tuesday 21st April 2026
- Tuesday 16th June 2026
- Tuesday 19th August 2026
- Tuesday 20th October 2026
See the [Bradenstoke and Lyneham Toucan Café webpage] for more dates and information.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 24th July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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